Pune to Raigad Fort and Diveagar Beach Weekend Trip for Group of Friends

Day 1: Historical Adventure

Raigad District, Maharashtra, India on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pune - Hotel Shreyas

Start your day with a group-friendly breakfast at Hotel Shreyas, known for its spacious seating and diverse breakfast buffet including popular Maharashtrian and continental options. Opens at 7 AM.
INR300 per person, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Pune to Raigad Fort

Embark on a scenic 3.5-hour drive via NH48 and SH to Raigad Fort. Travelling early helps avoid heavy rains and ensures timely arrival.
INR2000 (group taxi/vehicle fuel approx.), 3h30m

11:30am

Raigad Fort Exploration

Explore the majestic Raigad Fort, Maratha Empire's historic capital. Opt for ropeway ride to ease trek for your large group. The fort is open from 8 AM to 5 PM and offers panoramic monsoon vistas.
INR70 per person (including ropeway), 3h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Anil Restaurant, Raigad

Relish traditional Maharashtrian thalis and freshly cooked meals suitable for large groups. The restaurant is open till 4 PM and offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
INR350 per person, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Kondhane Caves

Discover tranquil ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves near Raigad. The site is open till sunset, ideal for a peaceful group visit and photography in the monsoon ambiance.
INR20 per person, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check-in at group accommodation

Settle into a large guesthouse or resort such as Jungle Camps Raigad or similar, which can comfortably host all 15 friends with group discounts.
INR3000 per room approx; multiple rooms needed, Evening rest

7:30pm

Group Dinner at the Guesthouse

Enjoy a customized Maharashtrian group dinner with local seasonal ingredients prepared in-house, perfect for socializing after the day’s adventures.
INR450 per person, 1h0m
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Day 2: Beach Relaxation

Raigad District, Maharashtra, India on June 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at accommodation

Begin with a filling breakfast served at your stay to fuel the day ahead as a large group.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel to Diveagar Beach

Drive approximately 1.5 hours to Diveagar Beach, famous for its serene beauty and safe shores during the monsoon season, ideal for a large group outing.
INR800 (group vehicle fuel cost approx.), 1h30m

10:00am

Explore Diveagar Beach & Suvarna Ganesh Temple

Relax on Diveagar’s clean beach and visit the nearby 500-year-old Suvarna Ganesh temple. The open beach is excellent for group activities and monsoon photography.
Free, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Sai Garden Restaurant, Diveagar

Enjoy freshly caught seafood and local vegetarian delicacies, with ample seating for your large group. The restaurant serves until 3 PM.
INR400 per person, 1h0m

1:30pm

Return journey to Pune

Begin your drive back towards Pune, allowing 4 to 4.5 hours in case of rains, to reach comfortably before nightfall.
INR2000 (fuel/group cab approx.), 4h30m

6:00pm

Evening Tea or Snack Stop en route

Pause at a highway dhaba to refresh with tea or snacks, perfect for a large group to stretch and relax.
INR150 per person, 30m

8:30pm

Arrival in Pune & Light Dinner

Conclude your trip with quick light dinner options in Pune such as Hotel Vaishali, serving open till late for group convenience.
INR300 per person, 1h0m
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