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Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra
ठेवू दूरदृष्टी रक्षू निसर्ग सृष्टी
ठेवू दूरदृष्टी रक्षू निसर्ग सृष्टी
1st April 2026- 30th april 2026
१ एप्रिल २०२६- ३० एप्रिल २०२६
Start Date : From 1st April 2026 to 30th April 2026
Timings :
• Morning at 6.30 AM
• Evening at 6.30 PM
Note: Hatching is a natural process, so sightings are not guaranteed every day and depend entirely on natural conditions. Please check for updates before visiting.
Instructions:
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
• All visitors must strictly follow the guidelines provided by the Forest Department, Mangrove Foundation and Mangrove Cell and volunteers during the Guhagar Turtle Festival 2026.
Mr. Mohan Upadhye
8983767388 / 8975622778
Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra
9373610817 / 7276041701
Email: sahyadricpn@gmail.com
Mr. Abhinay Kelaskar
9404765675 / 9637654327
Hatchery locations for the Guhagar Turtle Festival are listed here. The exact hatchery where the activity will take place will be shared in the WhatsApp group one hour before the event. To join the WhatsApp group, please message the contact numbers listed above to receive the link.
Guhagar Location Map
Vyadeshwar Temple
Just a short walk from the beach, this historic Lord Shiva temple is a peaceful retreat with stunning stone architecture.
Hedvi Brahman Ghal
A 30-minute drive leads you to this unique 20-foot deep natural gorge where the sea crashes against basalt rocks in a spectacular display.
Dashabhuja Ganpati
Located in Hedvi, this temple houses a rare, majestic marble idol of Lord Ganesha-perfect for a quiet afternoon visit.
Guhagar Lighthouse
Visit in the late afternoon for a bird’s-eye view of the Arabian Sea and the endless greenery of the Konkan coast.
Velneshwar Beach
A serene and clean beach with calm waters and soft sandy shores, perfect for a peaceful coastal escape.
Gopalgad Fort
A stunning 7-acre Maratha coastal fort with breathtaking views-perfect for photography lovers.
Note: Images shown are AI-generated and are for illustrative purposes only. Actual locations may vary.
