Tarkarli Travel Essentials

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"Gorgeous Beach, Sunshine and the Water Sports"

Tarkarli Tourism

Tarkarli is famous for its long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water, white sand, and of course Singhudurg, Maharashtra's popular sea fort.

Tarkarli with a series of pristine beaches made up of white sand makes it an ideal choice for a holiday weekend. If lucky enough, you might spot Dolphins too. Tarkarli boasts of the finest talcum-powder sand to be found along Konkan. It could be called the most beautiful beach in all of Maharashtra, if not in India. As this place is just being discovered, you might be in time to find it untarnished by commercialization. The pristine white beaches shrouded with suru trees are a perfect place to relax, get in touch with nature and eat amazing Malvani food. The choice ranges from a long stroll along pristine white sand beaches to revisiting the past glory of Maratha bastion and forts.

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A coral Delight in Maharashtra

A popular seaside destination, with a marvellous coral life for display, Tarkarli is a destination with a long coastline and absolutely clean waters. Not much encroached by humans, Tarkarli maintains some of its coastal ecosystems absolutely well.
On a clear day, you can see the seabed up to 20 ft. in the water. This presents a beautiful view along with the tall 'Shuru' trees in the background. No wonder why Tarkarli, with its freshwaters beckoning, is also an emerging adventure sports hotspot in India. Tarkarli is also famous for being the official destination of the only scuba diving training centre in Maharashtra.   

Sea Life in Tarkarli

This is a prominent reason for the huge influx of tourists to Tarkarli. The beautiful Tarkarli beach is one of the popular hotspots of the Tarkarli river. This is also the site where Karli river and the Arabian Sea meet each other. Apart from the cleanliness, the beautiful coral beaches is another plus point for the beach of Tarkarli, which invites bold adventurers to have a look at the pulchritude of the sea life, untouched and pristine.
Tarkarli is also a hotspot for water based adventure sports, from snorkelling to jet skiing and houseboat rides, as the list goes on. To sum it up, if you're in for some seaside adventure at Tarkarli, you won't be disappointed.   

Suggested Itinerary for Tarkarli

Day 1 - Reach Tarkarli, preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can go for a stroll in the famous markets of Tarkarli, primarily Malwan Market at Tarkarli, where you can get some curios and souvenirs, especially stuff like aam papad and cashew bars for yourself and your friends and family. 
Day 2 - You can start with parasailing at the seaside near Tarkarli beach, or you can opt for a scuba diving to have a slice of coral life near Tarkarli.
Day 3 - The final day can start with a lovely view of the Karli Backwaters. Not very far from Tarkarli is the famous Sindhudurg Fort, which houses some remnants of the glorious Maratha history at the time of Chattrapati Shivaji.

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What is the local food in Tarkarli?

The cuisine of Tarkarli is dominated by seafood and a distinct Konkani influence mixed with typical Maharashtrian elements. Mori Masala or Shark curry is a popular delicacy along a number of fish preparations using popular masalas and spices. Though non-vegetarian food is popular, there are a number of options for vegetarians too. One must also try the variety of pickles available here.
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What are the places near Tarkarli?

The top places near to Tarkarli are Goa which is 70 km from Tarkarli, Malvan which is located 2 km from Tarkarli, Kunkeshwar which is located 34 km from Tarkarli, Sawantwadi which is located 39 km from Tarkarli, Amboli which is located 55 km from Tarkarli

What are the things to do in Tarkarli?

The top things to do in Tarkarli are Water sports, Tarkarli Beach, Karli backwaters, Deobagh, Shopping in Tarkarli, Dhamapur lake. You can see all the places to visit in Tarkarli here

What is the best way to reach Tarkarli?

Tarkarli is well connected to the rest of India by road. Regular bus services ply to and fro the village of Tarkarli. There is no direct flight or rail connectivity to Tarkarli. The nearest airport is in Panjim, Goa, i.e. the Goa International Airport or simply Dabolim Airport, which is 129.5 km away from the city of Tarkarli. The nearest railway station is in Sawantwadi, which is some 37 km away from Tarkarli.
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What is the best time to visit Tarkarli?

Blessed with a pleasant climate throughout the year, Tarkali receives a large number of tourists, from all over the country. Winter is the best season for visiting Tarkarli. The months from October to March is when Tarkarli becomes an ideal holiday destination. Monsoons can also be a favourable time for planning a trip, although the heavy rainfall might ruin your plans. The summers, though, are the least advisable time to visit Tarkarli, owing to the scorching heat and the unbearable humidity.

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Who should visit Tarkarli?

Ideal for bold adventurers. Suitable for backpackers from places like Mumbai, Panjim etc. Also for people looking for a relaxing getaway.

What is not so good about Tarkarli?

Not easily accessible.

What is famous about Tarkarli?

A beautiful hotspot of coral life. Home to a rare scuba diving training centre in Maharashtra.

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Q. How is it to scuba dive in� Malvan� (Tarkarli/Sindhudurg)? Is there any presence of marine life or only corals?

Rajat Jain

5 years ago
It isn't the best experience honestly. The water is dirty, the equipment is also used and isn't cleaned at times. Avoid it and try to do it in the Andamans or Lakshadweep.
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Gurmit kaur

4 years ago
Lovely clean beach. Good place to hang out. Great place to enjoy sunset. Loved the silence on the beach. "Text Hidden"

Rohit Shroff

5 years ago
- Carry Slippers and light clothes if you want to enjoy the beach. Avoid using shoes and expensive clothings/jewelery on the beach
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