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!


