VELAS BEACH A remote village called Velas would have remained unknown had it not achieved international attention for the turtles that come here to lay their eggs.
The sight of turtle hatchlings just out of their nests and making their laborious way to the Arabian Sea can be an exhilarating sight indeed and rather than watch it in a wildlife film, you can now go to Velas and witness this phenomenon for real Located in the Mandangad taluka of Ratnagiri district,
Velas is protected by mountains on its three sides and a beautiful shoreline on the fourth quadrant. Distance from Mumbai: 213 kms. How to reach By Road : One can drive to Velas by taking NH 17, Mumbai Goa Highway. On reaching Goregaon, take a right turn to go to Velas. State Transport service is also available,
Best time to visit Velas is between March to April which is when Velas Turtle festive is in Progress. During this time the Turtle Hatchlings come out and approach the sea.
