Tarkarli Beach
Tarkarli Beach, situated along the western coast of India is
one of the most clean and marvelous beaches in the state of Maharashtra. I went there with my friends last year on my
way to Goa. Tarkarli is situated 5 kms away from small town called ‘Malvan’
from where you can drive down to the MTDC’s resort.
There are many big, small hotels situated along the approach
road to the MTDC’s resort and one can easily find locals approaching tourists
for lunch and stay arrangements. You can choose between any of those local
hotels as most are famous for their Fish delicacies. The most preferred is the
Fish Thali. The one which we opted for cost us around Rs 180/- per Thali
(Fish). The hotel at the MTDC resort is bit expensive though but very near to
the beach, so you can give it a try.
Upon entering the MTDC’s resort you come across the office
from where you can book the House boat, water sports activities such as Scuba Diving,
Snorkeling. The operators charge between Rs 250/- Rs 500/- for a session of
around 15-20 minutes. No initial training is required to try these water
sports. Many couples opt for 1 day-night House boat packages which cost around
Rs 8000/- for 24 hrs.
One can hire a boat to see the Dolphins, which are large in
numbers are a sure shot sighting. The Sindhudurg Fort is a nearby tourist spot.
This fort was once a strategic and very important fort of the great Maratha
warrior Shivaji Maharaj.
Tarkarli Attractions:-
- Tarkarli Beach
- Fish Thalis
- Snorkelling
- House Boat
- Scuba Diving
- Dolphin Sightseeing
Nearby Attractions:-
- Sindhudurg Fort
Best Time to Visit:-
- October - May
