Adventure Geek invites from Mumbai to the Velas Turtle Festival 2024. 

Also, known as Kasav Mahotsav 2024 (वेळास कासव महोत्सव) is organized in the small fishing village of Velas on the western coast of Maharashtra. This is an event specifically focused on the conservation of Olive Ridley turtles. Travelers from Mumbai can witness baby turtles taking their first steps toward the sea.

About 220 km away from Mumbai, a little over a hundred houses on the coast of the Arabian Sea. It is that time of the year again when a tiny grey head pokes out of the golden sand and takes a breath of the fresh salty air of the Arabian Sea. 

Our Batches for Velas Turtle Festival 2024  Starting from the 15th March 2024 till April 2024.

The Olive Ridley turtle is a prominent visitor to the shores of Maharashtra for breeding purposes. Other species are the Green Turtle, Hawksbill, and Leatherback. A lot of the other information is already available online, like what turtles eat, and what a turtle looks like. The difference between a turtle, a tortoise, and a terrapin. It is a culmination of a lengthy process, which started when, under the cover of darkness, its mother emerged out from the rolling waves to lay her heap of 100-120 eggs on the sandy beach. Oblivious to the world that awaits it outside its sandy cocoon, the tiny hatchling is soon followed by a hundred others, all crawling their way toward the brightest lights of the horizon.

Adventure Geek invites you to the Velas Turtle Festival 2024 journey from the nest to the sea which draws OOHSS and AAHS from tourists each of whom is gathered on the shore to witness this miracle of Nature. The location is Velas, a remote village in Mandangad taluka in Ratnagiri district approx. a 6-hour drive from Mumbai. Olive Ridley turtles Velas conservation trends and knowledge has spread to nearby villages that have also started similar Velas Kasav Mahotsav 2024.

Also, check out our Anjarle Turtle Festival & Velas Turtle Festival 2024 from Pune

Velas Turtle Festival dates will be announced and updated shortly

Where is the Velas Turtle Festival Held? - 

Velas Turtle Festival is held at the beach of Velas in Ratnagiri, nearly 200km from Mumbai Pune.

Velas Turtle Festival is one of India's most recognized eco-festivals, attracting visitors and volunteers from all over the world. Some come to care for the small turtle hatchlings, some to photograph the little two-legged animals crawling their way to the ocean, and some to enjoy a healthy eco-tourism experience on the beach!

It is a memorable experience for travelers, allowing them to enjoy themselves while also giving back to society and Mother Nature. The festival has resulted in economic development in the villages surrounding Velas beach, and the number of sea turtles has steadily increased.

Children will enjoy an experience at the turtle festival as well. This festival is a pleasant break from the digital world of tablets and cell phones for the younger generation.

NOTE:-

• Traveling by A/C Tempo traveler hatchback
• Hatching is a natural process. Organizers won't be responsible for no hatching or less number.
• Events are held as per post-discussion with local only.
• The maximum batch size is 17 first come first basis.

Who Should Attend?

Best suited for Kids, Solo travelers, Groups, Corporate Teams, Couples, and families.

Cost For Velas Turtle Festival 2024

1. Per Person ( with travel ) ₹ 3449 
2. Per Person ( without travel ) ₹ 1799

2 Nights 3 Days 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 23 Mar, and more Velas, Maharashtra

Batches Available

Velas Turtle Festival Mumbai 2024 dates (Leaving on Friday Night)

We Might have Extra Batches Leaving on Thursday Night

Batch 1: 15th - 17th March

Batch 2: 22nd - 24th March

Batch 3: 29th - 31st March

Batch 4: 5th - 7th April

Batch 5: 12th - 14th April

Batch 6: 19th - 21st April

Batch 7: 26th - 28th April

Highlights

• Traveling by A/c Bus.
• Witness Turtle Taking First Step.
• Watch and Learn about Turtle Hatching.
• Witness Turtle Taking First Step.
• Ferry Ride to Harihareshwar.
• Bankot Fort Visit.
• Harihareshwar Temple.
• Konkani Home Stay.
• Authentic Konkani Delicacy.

Itinerary

Velas tortoise festival 2024

Velas Turtle Festival 2024

Itinerary for Mumbai - Velas - Bankot Fort - Harihareshwar - Mumbai

Day 00 - Friday:-

• 10.00 pm: Meeting Point: Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali East (Mumbai) and leave for Velas by AC Bus.
• 10.40 pm: Sion Lunch Home, Sion.
• 10.55 pm: Chembur (K star Mall).
• 11.15 pm: Vashi ( below Vashi Bridge).
• 11.30 pm: MCD Kalamboli, Panvel

Day 01 Saturday:-

• Reach Velas Turtle Beach by 05:00 am.
• Watch Turtle hatching & taking their first steps. 
• 09:00 am:  Proceed toward the Konkani-style homestay. Freshen up.
• 10:00 am: Have a delicious homemade breakfast.
• 11:00 am: Proceed for a visit to Bankot Fort, which is known for its history and breathtaking views of Velas beach and Harihareshwar Temple,
• 02:30 pm: Have a home-cooked & Hygienic lunch. Post lunch, you can rest till evening. 
• 05:00 pm: Visit Velas Turtle Beach again to see more Olive Ridley Turtles.
• 07:00 pm: Post sightings, a briefing session will be taken to educate about Olive Ridley Turtles. 
• Spend the night enjoying group games, sharing stories and experiences, etc. 
• 09:00 pm: Have dinner.
• ​10.30 pm: Retire of the day.

Day 02 Sunday:-

• 6:00 am: Wake up early morning with the hope of sighting baby turtles again. 
• 9:00 am: Post-sighting session, have breakfast, and leave for Harihareshwar Temple. This is when you will experience one of the most interesting moments of the Velas turtle festival tour, where our bus will be transferred from one district to another in a jetty via sea route. We will explore Harihareshwar Temple and the beach.
• 2:00 pm: Have a yummy lunch and leave for Mumbai. Reach around 9-10 PM tentatively. Velas Turtle Festival 2024 concludes herewith with good memories.