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Tarkarli, Maharashtra

Editors' itinerary · Tarkarli

3 days in Tarkarli: beach, fort and backwaters

3 days / 2 nights · Food trails, Couples, Friends, Beaches, Winter

Photo: Rudolph.A.furtado / Wikimedia Commons · CC0

A relaxed long weekend that covers the fort ferry, a beginner dive and the Devbag backwaters, with plenty of time for Malvani meals. Plan it for October to March.

Costs are per-person estimates. Destinations: Tarkarli.

  1. Day 1Day 1: Arrive and settle in

    • 09:00

      Arrive at Kudal and take a taxi to Tarkarli

      Transport · at Kudal Railway Station

      Taxis and autos wait outside the station. Agree the fare before you start. Budget about an hour for the drive.

    • 12:00

      Check in and rest

      Stay · at MTDC Tarkarli Resort

      Check-in times vary, so ask if an early drop-off is possible. Book ahead in peak weeks.

    • 17:00

      Sunset walk on the beach

      Sight · at Tarkarli Beach

      Walk the shoreline and watch the fishing boats come in. Avoid swimming if the sea feels rough.

    • 19:30

      Fish thali dinner

      Food · at Malvani Thali

      Ask for the spice level you can handle. Vegetarian options exist if you request them.

  2. Day 2Day 2: Fort and reef

    • 08:30

      Reach Malvan Jetty early

      Transport · at Malvan Jetty

      Buy the ferry ticket and confirm fort timings, entry details and sea conditions.

    • 09:15

      Explore Sindhudurg Fort

      Sight · at Sindhudurg Fort

      Allow about 2 hours for the ramparts, wells and temple. Wear sturdy footwear.

    • 11:30

      Snorkelling or an intro dive

      Activity · at Scuba and Snorkelling at Tarkarli

      Use a registered operator. Plan about 3 hours in total, including the boat ride. Confirm what the price includes.

    • 14:30

      Late lunch

      Food · at Malvani Thali

      Fried fish with solkadhi is a good recovery meal after a morning on the water.

  3. Day 3Day 3: Backwaters and departure

    • 08:30

      Backwater boat ride to the sandbank

      Activity · at Tsunami Island and Devbag Sangam

      Go in the morning when the water is calmer. Ask what each add-on activity costs before you board.

    • 11:00

      Check out and pack

      Stay · at MTDC Tarkarli Resort

      Check-out is usually early, so confirm the time. Ask if bags can be stored.

    • 14:00

      Taxi to Kudal for the onward train

      Transport · at Kudal Railway Station

      Leave at least 2 hours before the train, since road times can stretch.