Deccan Odyssey Tour: Day 03

On the third day the train stops in to the tip of the Konkan coast, Sindhudurg Nagari Railway station. From there you will be transferred to Malvan Jetty. Settle in a comfortable boat you can enjoy the compelling view of flora, birds and caressing waves on the ride to Sindhudurg Fort. Next stop is the Ocean Fort of Sindhudurg. As you near the fort from Malvan jetty past a rocky reef, you will certainly be amazed at the hard work of over 6000 skilled hands that worked round the clock for 3 years. Within its premises are temples dedicated to Bhavani, Mahadeo, Jarimari, Mahapurush and Shivaji. Walk on the two-mile long rampart walls and watch the breathtaking view of the vast open sea as it fires a volley of spray 30 ft. below.

The next destination is Tarkarli, a virgin beach at the confluence of river Karli and Arabian Sea with silver soft sands and pristine clear waters. The wide river, the beautiful sailboats, the tiny islands, the hamlets at the riverbank, all contributes to the magnificence of Tarkarli. Next stop, Tarkarli Jetty, for a romantic boat ride through the Tarkarli creek up to Kalse Jetty. Later you will be driven to Sawantwadi, situated on the southernmost point of Sindhudurg. This heritage destination is the entry point to Goa. The colorful town, once an estate capital, is home to the Chitar Ali and Jagannathrao Bhosale Garden. Shilpa Gram (craft village) is yet another place you must visit. Here you can watch local craftsmen making handicrafts. In the evening get back to the train and enjoy a traditional meal. Now is the time to explore yet another beautiful and historical place, Goa!