Driving distance fromMumbai,375 Km (approx)
Driving time fromMumbai,+7 Hours (approx)
Ganpatipule is one of the only two white sand beaches in Maharashtra (other being Kashid Beach). An idyllic beach destination, Ganpatipule offers sparkling waters against silvery shores. At Ganpatipule, jagged palm fronds frame magnificent sunsets. Ganpatipule is where you can soak in hours of sun and sea-spray at the beach, watch time drift by, wonder at sunrises, marvel at sunsets, drink in the moonlight and dance on the moonbeams. And if you are looking for a spot of action, Ganpatipule is a great venue for paragliding. What better place to holiday or honeymoon than Ganpatipule?
Activity
Laze on the beach in Ganpatipule and enjoy the lovely scenery here. In Ganpatipule, make a pilgrimage to the ancient Swayambhu Temple of Ganpati, the elephant-God, worshipped by all Hindus, and loved especially by the Maharashtrians. The 400 years old Ganpati idol at Ganpatipule is said to have sprung up from the soil. This deity faces the West, so as to guard the western gates, unlike deities in other Indian temples who face the east. The temple is at the base of a hill, and pilgrims walk around the hill as a mark of respect. Couples on their honeymoon can seek blessings for an auspicious start to their marriage. Besides fabulous beaches and the ancient temple, Ganpatipule affords a number of opportunities for excursions into remote fishing hamlets, villages and towns of the Konkan. The entire coastline is breathtakingly beautiful, with pristine beaches, overhung by cliffs, and interspersed by pretty little creeks. Here and there, isolated lighthouses light up the ruins of forts built during the reign of the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji. Whether you are on a holiday or a honeymoon, Ganpatipule is sure to please.
Accommodation Options
Low-to-middle budget accommodation is freely available in Ganpatipule. MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation) has a resort right on the beach itself. Other accommodation is off the beach and it takes a few minutes to walk down to the water or
Things to Pack
Carry plenty of sun-protection, dark glasses and sun-hats.
Getting There
Drive to Panvel and then on Highway No.17 (Mumbai-Goa), travel from Pen to Mahad. Drive to Ratnagiri via Chiplun and then onto Ganapatipule. The nearest railhead is Ratnagiri, (50 km) with many trains to and from Mumbai.
Driving time fromMumbai,+7 Hours (approx)
Ganpatipule is one of the only two white sand beaches in Maharashtra (other being Kashid Beach). An idyllic beach destination, Ganpatipule offers sparkling waters against silvery shores. At Ganpatipule, jagged palm fronds frame magnificent sunsets. Ganpatipule is where you can soak in hours of sun and sea-spray at the beach, watch time drift by, wonder at sunrises, marvel at sunsets, drink in the moonlight and dance on the moonbeams. And if you are looking for a spot of action, Ganpatipule is a great venue for paragliding. What better place to holiday or honeymoon than Ganpatipule?
Activity
Laze on the beach in Ganpatipule and enjoy the lovely scenery here. In Ganpatipule, make a pilgrimage to the ancient Swayambhu Temple of Ganpati, the elephant-God, worshipped by all Hindus, and loved especially by the Maharashtrians. The 400 years old Ganpati idol at Ganpatipule is said to have sprung up from the soil. This deity faces the West, so as to guard the western gates, unlike deities in other Indian temples who face the east. The temple is at the base of a hill, and pilgrims walk around the hill as a mark of respect. Couples on their honeymoon can seek blessings for an auspicious start to their marriage. Besides fabulous beaches and the ancient temple, Ganpatipule affords a number of opportunities for excursions into remote fishing hamlets, villages and towns of the Konkan. The entire coastline is breathtakingly beautiful, with pristine beaches, overhung by cliffs, and interspersed by pretty little creeks. Here and there, isolated lighthouses light up the ruins of forts built during the reign of the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji. Whether you are on a holiday or a honeymoon, Ganpatipule is sure to please.
Accommodation Options
Low-to-middle budget accommodation is freely available in Ganpatipule. MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation) has a resort right on the beach itself. Other accommodation is off the beach and it takes a few minutes to walk down to the water or
Things to Pack
Carry plenty of sun-protection, dark glasses and sun-hats.
Getting There
Drive to Panvel and then on Highway No.17 (Mumbai-Goa), travel from Pen to Mahad. Drive to Ratnagiri via Chiplun and then onto Ganapatipule. The nearest railhead is Ratnagiri, (50 km) with many trains to and from Mumbai.
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