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Velas Turtle Beach

Velas, Maharashtra, India

4.4 (0)

Overview

The Konkan hamlet where villagers turned turtle-protectors — Olive Ridley hatchlings scuttle seaward each spring at the Velas Turtle Festival.

Why visit: Watch baby turtles race to the sea, community-conservation style.

Things to do

Wildlife ViewingHomestayBeach Walk

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Travel Information

Best time

Feb–Apr (hatchings)

Entry fee

Festival fee

Est. budget

₹600–1,500

Duration

1–2 days

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