1. Ganpatipule: Ganapatipule is known for its exotic beaches and the breathtaking view of the clear blue waters of the Arabian Sea. There are two exotic beaches in Ganapatipule - the Aare Ware beach and the Ganpatipule Beach.While Ganapatipule beach is frequently visited, the Aare Ware beach is less frequented. This town also finds its place in every Konkan Tour because of its famous Swayambhu Ganapati temple which is located on the Ganapatipule beach and has been present for centuries. In addition, tourists also visit the Jaigad Fort and lighthouse both of which have been built in british era.

- Location: Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra.

2. Alibaug: Alibaug is one of the best places to visit in konkan and a must include in a Konkan trip. The place has several beaches such as Kashid Beach, Akshi Beach,Korlai Beach, Nagaon Beach, and so on. Some of the places to visit in this area are the Alibaug Fort and the Magen Avot Synagogue.There are two temples of this area, the Siddheswat Mandir and Kanakeshwar Mandir, that attracts lots of tourists. The place is also famous for watersport activities such as jetski, boating. The Mandwa beach in Alibaug famous for being a shooting location.

- Location:Raigad district, Maharashtra.

3. Ratnagiri: Ratnagiri is a port town which has a share of the Sahyadris mountains of western ghats. The beauty of the place lies in the scenic beauty of the mountain range along with the pristine beaches and cascading waves of the Arabian Sea. The town is very popular as a weekend getaway. Tourists visiting this town visit the Thiba Palace, Guhagar Beach, Marine Museum, Ratnadurg Fort and the Ratnagiri Lighthouse, few famous spots of this town. Ratnagiri is also known for being the producer of the world famous Alphonso mangoes.

- Location:Ratnagiri, Konkan Division, Maharashtra
- Best Time:From November to February in the winter to be able to experience the best sceneries

4. Sindhudurg: The district of Sindhudurg with its 50 small towns is well known for its famous Sindhudurg Fort. This fort has the significance of sharing the name with Chhatrapati Shivaji’s fort. Another place worth visiting in this area is Kunjeshwar, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Tarkarli. The place specially attracts tourists in the winter when it becomes the hub of water sport activities such as scuba diving and snorkelling. Tourists enjoy the Malvani cuisine available in this area along with Alphonso mangoes.

- Location:Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra

5. Dapoli: Situated on the Sahyadri hills, the town of Dapoli is known as Mini-Mahabaleshwar and is a must inclusion in a Konkan tour. The place is known for its pristine beaches, lush forests and ancient temples. The two temples Keshavraj and Vyaghreshwar Temples must be visited during a trip to this town. The place is also known for its historical importance of being a british settlement before independence. The activities on offer for the tourists are dolphin sighting and forest trekking along with enjoying time in the beach.

- Location:Dapoli, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra

6. Harnai: Even though Harnai is located in Dapoli, the place has made its own mark in the list of best places of Konkan. The beautiful sea beaches with the virgin coastline is what attracts tourists to this village. The enchanting beaches of Harnai are Kelshi, Ladghar, and Anjarle. Two must visit places in Harnai are Parshuram Bhumi and Suvarnadurg. Harnai is also known for giving its visitors a taste of authentic Konkani hospitality.

- Location: Harnai, Dapoli, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra.

7. Mahad: One of the most exotic places in Konkan is Mahad. It is the home of Buddhist Gumpas and are also populated by Maratha forts. The town was once the capital city of Maratha under Chhatrapati Shivaji and possesses a touch of ancient history. The area resembles a triangular peninsula having water on three of its sides. Being a historic place, there are a lot of places to visit in Mahad such as Warandha Forts, Gandhar Pale Buddhist Caves, Pratapgad, Birwadi,Raigad, and so on.

- Location: Mahad, Raigad district, Maharashtra.

8. Murud: Murud is located close to Alibaug and is known for its serene sea beaches as well as historical monuments. Some of the popular places to visit in this area are Palace of Nawab, Dutta Mandir, Khokri Gumbaj old tombs and so on. A very well known historical monument in Murud is Janjira Fort which is situated on an island. The view from the Dutta Mandir on the hilltop is also worth seeing. The famous beaches of this place are Murud, and Karde. These beaches also offer water sports.

- Location:Murud, Raigad district, Maharashtra.

9. Kelshi: This picture perfect small village in the Dapoli taluka has an untouched and unspoilt atmosphere. It is here where tourists can witness the Utambar Hill meeting the Arabian sea. The place has an abundance of flora and fauna and is also known for its beautiful beaches. The village is full of mangroves and coconut plantations and also has hundreds of migratory birds coming in the winter.

- Location: Kelashi is a village in Dapoli taluka, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra

9. Roha: Roha is a small village located between the Kalasgiri hills and Kundalika river. The village has gained a name for being a haunted place. Some of the places to visit in this village are ruins of Avchitgad Fort, the Bande Ali Shah Dargah and The Dhavir Temple. Tourists also love visiting Hanuman Tekadi on the hilltop for its breathtaking view. The village also offers a host of activities to its visitors such as river rafting and trekking.

- Location: Roha is a small city and taluka in the Raigad district of the Maharashtra state.

1. Offer Prayer at Ganpatipule Temple: The first thing which is included in Konkan tour packages is a visit to the beautiful Swayambhu temple at Ganpatipule. It is believed that the lord’s idol has emerged from the earth by itself. Hence the name Swayambhu. This temple has been dedicated to Lord ganapati and has a 400 year old deity of the lord. The temple is situated on the Ganpatipuli beach on the shore of the blue Arabian Sea. It is situated amongst the stretch of mangroves and coconut plantation.

- Location:Post Ganapatipule, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
- Timing:5 am to 9 pm daily

2. Explore The Villages Of Harnai-Murud: Exploring the beautiful villages of Harnai-Murud is a must during a Konkan Trip. The place has impressive forts such as The Fort of Goa, Harnai Fort, Panhalekazi, Kanakdurg, and Suvarnadurg.Murud also has the island fort of Janjira Fort which is a must visit place.The natural beauty of golden beaches, blue sea and lush greenery is bound to mesmerise the tourists visiting these villages. From Harnai, tourists can climb the hilltop to visit the Anjarle Ganesh temple that overlooks the Arabian Sea. Harnai is also known to be a place for watching Dolphins.

- Location:Harnai, Dapoli, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra.

3. Indulge in White Water Rafting in Kolad: White water rafting in the kundalika river of kolad is a famous activity to indulge in while in the Konkan coastlines. The rafting starts from Tamhini Ghat and is conducted between two dams that are 12 kms apart. The raft flows through the river moving over multiple rapids. This makes it very enjoyable for the visitors. During the rafting, an experienced rafter accompanies the tourists making this a safe activity to indulge in.Rafting in Kundalika river is a once in a lifetime experience which should not be missed.

- Starting Location:Tamhini Ghat, Kolad, Raigad district
- Timing:8:15 am onwards
- Price:Around Rs.1500 per person

4. Explore Marine Life In Malvan: Malvan is a city with beaches and several backwaters. The place has a wide range of colourful marine life which is worth looking at. Visitors visiting this place take part in scuba diving which takes them underwater to watch the beautiful colour fishes and also the brightly coloured corals. Any tourist can go for this activity as there is no requirement of knowing swimming for this. Before the activity, all participants are trained and during the scuba dive, an experienced diver accompanies the participants.

- Location:Malvan, Maharashtra

5. Enjoy Water Sports at Tarkarli: Enjoy various water sports in the sandy paradise of Tarkarli. Enjoy an enthralling parasailing activity which is sailing over the crystal clear water with cool sea breeze kissing the face.Go for Jet ski and ride over the waves at a high speed.Take a banana boat ride or a bumper boat ride to enjoy a lazy ride in the sea. The most popular activity of this place is scuba diving which visitors indulge in to witness the beautiful underwater life.

- Location:Malvan, Maharashtra

6. Explore the Majestic Thibaw Palace: Ratnagiri’s star attraction is the Thibaw Palace where the last burmese king, Thibaw, was interned under the British till his death. The beautiful three storey palace has a sloping roof and notable semicircular wooden windows with beautiful cravings. The best time to visit this place is in the late afternoon when the visitors can view the breathtaking sunset over Someshwar Creek and the Arabian sea beyond the creek.

- Location: Abhyudhya Nagar, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
- Timing:10 am to 5 pm

1. Alibaug Beach: Alibaug Beach is the most sought-after beach which tourists cover as a part of their Konkan tour packages. This is the main beach of Alibaug and is well known for its clean blacky sand and also several rocky stretches.

2. Kashid Beach: The beautiful white sand Kashid beach is beautifully lined with casuarina trees. It is known for its clear water which makes it ideal for several water sports such as water scooter and banana boat rides.

3. Murud and Karde: These two beaches form a long stretch along the Konkan coastline. Tourists are attracted to these beaches because of the dolphin watching.

4. Harihareshwar: The black sandy beach at Harihareshwar stands out distinctively owing to its rocky outcrop which has made the beach accessible only during low tide.The beach actually splits into two parts, splitting into the north and south of the famous Shiva temple.

5. Ganapatipule: This beach is famous for the ganesh temple which is located on the beach. Devotees flock along the beach that is only used for holy purposes.

Konkan Coast is well known for its tropical beaches and magnificent forts. The long and narrow coastline of Konkan with the crystal blue sea and white-black sand attracts tourists to go for a Konkan trip. Some of the beaches are Ganpatipule Beach, Tarkarli Beach, Diveagar beach and so on.

The forts along the sea shore are well known for their breathtaking views and marvellous architecture. Some of the well known forts are Sindhudurg near Malvan town, Kolaba Fort near Alibaug, Suvarnadurg Fort near Harnai etc.

Visitors going for a Konkan trip should go for a 5 to 7 days package. A 5 days Konkan tour is enough to cover places like Ganpatipule, Dapoli, Dive Agar Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and few other places.

A sample itinerary for a Konkan tour packages for 5 to 7 days can be as follows:

Day 1 & 2: In and around Dapoli
Day 3 : Travel to Ratnagiri via Vyadeshwar temple, Guhagar village
Day 4: In and around Ratnagiri
Day 5: Travel to Malvan with a detour to visit Vijaydurg fort
Day 6: In and around Malvan
Day 7: Boat ride to Golden Rocks and back

Winter months between November to February are the best time in the year to visit Konkan. During this time, the area has a milder temperature and has lesser humidity making the weather cool and dry. During summer months, the weather is very humid with temperatures rising upto 40 degrees Celsius during the day. The rainy season starts from June and continues till September and has humid and warm weather. During this time, Konkan gets heavy rainfall making it unsuitable for a trip.

1. Kolad: Kolad in the Raigad district of Konkan coastline is famous for white water rafting. The place is also gaining its importance for including other adventure sports such as rappelling and kayaking.

2. Malvan: Malvan, a culturally and historical town in the Sindhudurg district is famous for its scuba diving activities.

3. Ganapatipule: The beach town of Konkan coastline, Ganapatipule, offers water sport activities to its visitors in the months of November to May. Some of the water sports are banana boating, water scooters etc.

4. Alibag: Alibag has several beaches known for watersports such as jetski, boating etc. Mandwa beach in Alibaug is also well known for its sea kayaking.

5. Tarkarli: The pristine water of the Tarkarli beach is known for scuba diving activity to enjoy the beauty of the underwater scene.

6. Murud: Murud beach is Dapoli is known for watersports such as jetski, paragliding, banana riding.

1. Gandhar Eco Lodge in Alibaug: A beautiful resort with modern amenities that gives its guests a taste of living amidst rural culture and indulge in rangoli and statue-making activities with friends and family.

2. Abhishek Resort and Spa at Ganpatipule: Experience true Konkan hospitality at this pristine seafront resort and spa and enjoy a comfortable and luxury stay with modern amenities.

3. Visava Resort at Tarkarli: Spread across 4.5 acres, this resort is a perfect getaway to a beautiful location.Enjoy the comfortable stay with luxurious amenities and fun activities.

4. The Fern Silvanus Resort at Alibaug: Enjoy stay in a cottage located in the middle of dense forests. Each of the 32 cottages comes with modern amenities and has activities for an enjoyable holiday.

5. Radisson Blu Resort and Spa at Alibaug: Located near the beach area, the resort has an enjoyable landscape that is fringed with greenery and palm trees. The rooms are well equipped with modern amenities for a luxurious stay. The resort also features infinity pools, posh restaurants and spa.