Monsoon magic: hug the clouds and chase misty waterfalls
When the monsoon clouds descend on the 800 ft Dapoli plateau, lush valleys burst into fifty shades of green. Discover the secret forest waterfalls within an hour of the property.
MTDC Approved B&B Aryawarta Colony, Jaalgaon, Dapoli · 800–1,000 ft above sea level
Seven places, one table, no guesswork.Perched on a cool green plateau overlooking the Arabian Sea, Dapoli blends misty hill-station freshness with pristine beaches, ancient temples, and rich Alphonso orchards.
Kadyavarcha Ganpati, on the cliff above Anjarle — 22 km from the gate
All conveniently accessible within 10 to 40 minutes of The Mango Inn. Push the rail to see them, then use the table to plan the day.
Famous for soft black sand and exhilarating dolphin-watching boat tours.
Early morning for dolphin boats & sunset for water sports
One of the longest and most tranquil beaches in the Konkan belt.
Morning strolls & peaceful evening sunsets
Home to the famous cliffside temple “Kadyavarcha Ganpati” overlooking the Arabian Sea estuary.
All year round; February to April for the turtle festival
A serene, ancient Vishnu temple hidden deep inside a dense valley forest of betel nut, coconut, and spice plantations.
Morning or late afternoon
An iconic 42-foot high statue of Lord Parshuram standing majestically atop a giant globe at the hilltop of Burondi, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic vista of the Arabian Sea.
Sunset hour for panoramic ocean views
Witness the high-octane spectacle of the Konkan coast: hundreds of colourful trawlers returning to shore and open-air beach fish auctions.
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for the live fish auction
One of India’s largest and most scenic agricultural universities spanning thousands of acres.
Morning hours
| Place | Distance | Kind | Highlights | Best time to go |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murud Beach & Dolphin SafarisFamous for soft black sand and exhilarating dolphin-watching boat tours. Also offers exciting parasailing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides against a scenic coconut grove backdrop. | 11 kmapprox. 20 min | Beaches | Dolphin watching boats · Water sports & parasailing · Long clean shoreline · Sunset camel & horse rides | Early morning for dolphin boats & sunset for water sports |
| Karde BeachOne of the longest and most tranquil beaches in the Konkan belt. Flat, hard sand makes it perfect for walking, beach cycling, and dolphin spotting right from the shore. | 13 kmapprox. 25 min | Beaches | Serene & uncrowded · Dolphin spotting from shore · Endless sand stretch · Sunset photography | Morning strolls & peaceful evening sunsets |
| Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha GanpatiHome to the famous cliffside temple “Kadyavarcha Ganpati” overlooking the Arabian Sea estuary. Anjarle is also world-renowned for Olive Ridley sea turtle conservation & hatching releases. | 22 kmapprox. 40 min | Beaches | Kadyavarcha Ganpati cliffside temple · Turtle festival hatchling release · Jog river estuary · Golden sands | All year round; February to April for the turtle festival |
| Keshavraj Temple (Asud)A serene, ancient Vishnu temple hidden deep inside a dense valley forest of betel nut, coconut, and spice plantations. Reached via a picturesque stone-paved trail over a bubbling natural stream with an eternal water spring (Gomukh). | 7 kmapprox. 15 min | Spiritual | Ancient pagoda-style architecture · Lush spice & areca nut forest trail · Natural freshwater Gomukh · Deep spiritual peace | Morning or late afternoon |
| 42-Foot Lord Parshuram Statue (Burondi)An iconic 42-foot high statue of Lord Parshuram standing majestically atop a giant globe at the hilltop of Burondi, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic vista of the Arabian Sea. | 15 kmapprox. 25 min | Spiritual | 42-foot sculpted statue · Panoramic hilltop ocean view · Meditation dome inside the globe · Sunset viewpoint | Sunset hour for panoramic ocean views |
| Harne Port & Suvarnadurg Sea FortWitness the high-octane spectacle of the Konkan coast: hundreds of colourful trawlers returning to shore and open-air beach fish auctions. View the legendary 17th-century island fort Suvarnadurg. | 16 kmapprox. 30 min | Heritage | Live evening beach fish auction · Suvarnadurg island fort views · Lighthouse viewpoint · Authentic fishermen culture | 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for the live fish auction |
| Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi VidyapeethOne of India’s largest and most scenic agricultural universities spanning thousands of acres. Features sprawling research orchards of Alphonso mangoes, cashews, spices, and exotic botanical plants. | 4 kmapprox. 10 min | Nature | Thousands of acres of greenery · Alphonso mango research nurseries · Botanical gardens · Local agri products counter | Morning hours |
The same hilltop is a beach year, a mango year and a monsoon year, depending on when you come.
Cool morning breezes, calm blue sea waters ideal for dolphin boat rides, clear skies for beach sunsets at Murud and Karde, and pleasant temple walks.
Avg. temp 18°C–28°C · Peak tourist season
The golden season of the King of Fruits. Unlimited fresh aamras-puri thalis, ripe mangoes picked straight from local orchards, and the private pool to swim in afterwards.
Mango festival · Direct orchard delivery available
Cool rain clouds float into your balconies, valleys turn vibrant green, and hidden forest waterfalls come alive. Cosy up with hot modak and solkadhi.
Lush green retreat · 100% inverter power backup
Scenic driving routes from Mumbai and Pune, plus Konkan Railway access.
5 to 6 hours
NH 66 (Mumbai–Goa Highway)
Smooth 4-lane highway up to Khed, followed by a scenic coastal ghat road to Dapoli
4 to 5 hours
Tamhini Ghat → Mangaon → NH 66
Ghat section through Tamhini, then highway to Mangaon and the Khed turn-off
Needs the family’s confirmation. The client’s sheet only opens the Mumbai tab, so these waypoints and timings are drawn from the same roads rather than supplied. Correct them before this page goes live.
Khed station is about 45 minutes from the property
Konkan Railway to Khed (KHED)
Taxis wait at Khed station; tell us your train and we will arrange a pickup
Needs the family’s confirmation. The client’s sheet only opens the Mumbai tab, so these waypoints and timings are drawn from the same roads rather than supplied. Correct them before this page goes live.
Local cultural insight, seasonal festivals, food guides and travel dispatches from Dapoli.
Everything worth seeing is inside forty minutes.
Dolphins at dawn, the fish auction at four, mangoes off the tree in May — send your dates with the list and the family will build the days around them, and tell you honestly what will not fit.