Velas Turtle Hatching

Slow and steady wins the race!

Join us to witness the extremely delightful phenomenon of hatching an olive ridley turtle at the most beautiful and serene beach of Velas, Ratnagiri.

The experience is all about visiting the Turtle Village - Velas, being part of a phase where life begins, living the most peaceful Konkani village life, having mouth-watering Konkani food and exploring some unique places at Harihareshwar Beach.

Highlights :

Turtle Hatching*

Fireflies*

Bioluminescence*

(all depends on climatic conditions)

Mouthwatering local food

Beach Games

Visit to Bankot Fort

Visit to Harihareshwar beach and temple

Cost :

Rs. 2200 pp from Pune

Rs. 2500 pp from Mumbai

Book Before 10 days of date of travel and get Rs. 200 off pp (100 off + 100 cashback.

For more details please contact 8411898409, 9576156500 and 7776827871.

Batches :

Starting from every Friday 11 am to Sunday 9 pm.

Batch 1 : 28 Feb.

Batch 2 : 6 March.

Batch 3 : 13 March

Batch 4 : 20 March

Batch 5 : 27 March

Batch 6 : 3 April

Itinerary :

Day 0

11 pm : Start from Mumbai and Pune.

Day 1

5 am : Reach Velas for first session of Hatching.

9 am to 12 noon : Visit to Bankot fort after breakfast.

1 pm to 4 pm : Special Konkani Lunch and fun games and relaxing.

4pm to 8pm : Second session of turtle hatching and sunset at beach with some beach games.

9pm : Dinner

Day 2

5 am : Optional third session of Turtle Hatching.

8 am : Leave for Harihareshwar temple after breakfast.

9 am : Jetty Ride.

11 am : Reach Harihareshwar Temple and Beach.

2 pm : Return Journey.

8 pm : Back to Mumbai and Pune with happy memories.

For more details and information click below link

https://www.logout.world/tours/velas-turtle-hatching-festival-2020/

Pick Up Points as follows.

Pune :

1. Noble Hospital - Near Magarpatta - At 11.00 pm

2. Yerwada - Gunjan Chowk - At 11.10 pm.

3. Shivajinagar - Near JM Food Corner at 11.20 pm.

4. University Circle - Infront of Chaturshrungi Police Station at 11.30 pm

5. Wakad near Indian Oil Petrol at 11.45 pm.

Mumbai :

1. Dadar - at Dadar Circle - Near Shivneri Buses Stop at 11.00 pm

2. Chembur - Maitri Park at 11.15 pm

3. Vashi - At Vashi Plaza Signal at. 11.30 pm

4. Panvel - At Kalamboli near Mc Donald's at 11.45 pm

# PLEASE REACH 10 MINS BEFORE TIME AT RESPECTIVE DEPARTURE TIME AND PLACE.

About Turtle Hatching :

The extremely appreciative move taken by Government in association with villagers; led by local environmentalists. The early roots of this movement go back in 2002. Since around 18 years with continuous efforts and dedication Velas today converse one of the most unique breeds, observed in India named Olive Ridley Turtles.

These efforts lead to the increase in the population of these turtles which were on the verge of extinction from our country. Normally observed in the coastal areas of Maharashtra and Odisha, Olive Ridley Turtles can be considered as the National Turtle Breed of India. Let's come together to witness and appreciate these beautiful and amazing efforts and to be part of the turtle hatching Festival.

About Olive Ridley Turtles :

The olive ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea), also known commonly as the Pacific ridley sea turtle, is a species of turtle in the family Cheloniidae. Growing to about 2 ft (61 cm) in carapace length (measured along the curve), the olive ridley sea turtle gets its common name from its olive-coloured carapace. Hatchlings are dark grey with a pale yolk scar, but appear all black when wet. The olive ridley sea turtle rarely weighs over 50 kg. Although these are the most abundant species of turtle it has seen that the population has decreased globally by 30%. The olive ridley is classified as vulnerable according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN).

Velas - Kasavanche Gaon (Turtle Village): An Eco Village.

A small, yet beautiful village located in the coastal area of Maharashtra in Ratnagiri District is now blessed with Turtles.

The village is very small but extremely welcoming and full of happy go lucky people. The major occupation being farming and tourism. A typical Konkani place with lots of mouth-watering dishes seafood and fruits like Kaju, Jackfruit, Mango and others. One can visit local Shankar temple, Bankot fort or just relax and have a chit chat with villagers in this amazing place.

If you are lucky you will witness fireflies and bioluminescence phenomenon happening in this village. Also don't forget to have mouthwatering local food like solkadhi, ukadiche modak, fanasache gare, kokam and other delicious food items along with seafood!