# Event Details - **Event Name**: Velas Turtle Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm – Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event Description**: For those looking to immerse themselves in the local culture, opting for a homestay in Velas presents an excellent opportunity. Staying with local families provides a unique glimpse into the everyday lives of the residents, allowing visitors to experience authentic homemade cuisine that reflects the culinary traditions of the region. Guests can savor a variety of dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and partake in communal meals that foster a sense of connection and community. Interacting with the locals not only enriches the travel experience but also offers valuable insights into their customs, traditions, and the ongoing efforts to protect the Olive Ridley turtles and their habitat. This holistic approach to tourism not only supports conservation efforts but also promotes sustainable practices in the region, ensuring that both nature and culture thrive for generations to come.Highlights:Three visits to the Turtle Hatching area.Experience Homestay.Bankot fort.Ferry crossing.Harihareshwar pradakshina route.Konkan Homemade food. Itinerary:DAY 0:Depart by hired AC vehicle from Dadar East, Mumbai at 11:00 PM with pickup points at Chembur, Vashi, & Panvel. ( exact locations will be shared with the registered participants)DAY 1:Reach Velas village - 05:30AM.Fresh up - 30 minutes.Event briefing & Introduction.Reach Velas nesting area.Witness turtles hatchlings making their way into the sea - 2 hours. Breakfast at villagers home - 45 minutes.Travel to Bankot fort - 15 min.Explore Bankot fort - 45 min.Travel to Velas homestay - 15 min.Lunch break at villagers house - 1 hour.Allocate sharing accommodation at Velas Homestay.Relax time till evening.Visit the Velas turtle nesting area in the evening.Dinner break - 1 hourRest for the day at homestayDay 2:Wakeup call - 05:30 AMFresh up at homestay - 30 minutes.Visit to Velas turtle nesting area - 2 hours.Breakfast at homestay - 45 minutes.Travel to Harihareshwar by vehicle- 1 ½ hours.Harihareshwar Pradakshina Marg- 1 hour.Lunch break - 1 hour.Return journey to Mumbai - 6 hours.Price: ₹3500 IncludedTravel from Mumbai by AC Luxury seater BusBreakfast, Veg Lunch, Veg Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast on Day 2Sharing basis Homestay at Velas.Velas Forest Fee, permits.Ferry crossing at Harihareshwar.ExcludedSnacks break during travelling.Any Personel expenseNon-Veg Meals at HomestayGroup of more than 4 can qualify for a discount; refer to the tickets for further details.👶 Kids PricingChildren below 3 years: Complimentary (no separate seat or bed provided)Children aged 3–10 years: 70% of the total package cost (includes seat, meals, and shared accommodation)Registration Process:Step 1: Book Your SeatVisit the event website and book your seat by completing the registration process.Note: The booking will be auto cancelled within 1 hour if manual payment is selected and payment not made. Please refer to the instructions when manual payment is selected.Step 2: Fill Mandatory Disclaimer FormAfter payment confirmation, participants will receive a participation disclaimer form.Fill up the form accurately to provide necessary information.Compliance with the disclaimer is mandatory for participation.Step 3: WhatsApp Group CreationA WhatsApp group will be created in the evening on the day of the event departure.All registered participants will be added to the group.This group serves as a platform for communication, updates, and coordination among participants. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shrivardhan/velas-turtle-festival-tickets/80007765626122 - **Event Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, kids - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/80007765626122 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 3500, max: 16500, currency: INR - **Ticket informations**: - ticket_1 — 3500.00 INR - ticket_2 — 13600.00 INR - ticket_3 — 16500.00 INR ## Event venue details - **city**: Shrivardhan - **state**: MH - **country**: India - **location**: Velas Turtle Festival - **lat**: 17.9573259 - **long**: 73.03021679999999 - **full address**: Velas Turtle Festival, Velas, Ratnagiri, Velas, Maharashtra 415208, India, Shrivardhan ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 8 - **organizer**: Ramblersindia (https://allevents.in/org/ramblersindia/7130588) - **Refund policy**: Refund Medium: Refunds will be processed through the same payment medium used for the original transaction. Payments made via UPI will be refunded to the UPI ID, while bank transfers will be refunded to the designated bank account.Processing Time: Refunds will be initiated on the event date or the next business day. Refund processing time may vary between 3 to 10 working days, depending on the payment gateway. In case of delays, the recipient should contact the payment gateway support for assistance.Refunds will be initiated on the event date or the next business day and processed within 2 days.For UPI payments, refunds will be transferred to the UPI ID.For current account payments, we will request either the UPI ID or bank account details for processing.Refunds cannot be issued to a payment wallet or phone number—only UPI IDs are valid.Refund Issuance: Refunds will not be issued in cash or coupons unless previously agreed upon with the participant. Refunds will not be processed on weekends due to team unavailability.Exclusion of Convenience Fee: Refunds exclude the convenience fee. If the payment includes a convenience fee from a third-party gateway, only the event fee will be refunded. For instance, if the event price is ₹1000 and the convenience fee is 5% (making the total paid amount ₹1050), the refund will be based on ₹1000, excluding the convenience fee.Refund Percentages for Cancellations:50% refund for cancellations made 10 or more days before departure.40% refund for cancellations made 7 days before departure.30% refund for cancellations made 6 days before departure.20% refund for cancellations made 5 days before departure till the day of departure.Refunds will not be issued for no-shows, such as missing the train or last-minute cancellations due to emergencies.Event Cancellation:In the event of a cancellation by the organizer, the full event fee will be refunded, excluding the convenience fee. Any personal transportation costs (e.g., train, bus, flight, cab, hotel) will not be refunded. If the event is forwarded to another Organization, an extra fee needs to be paid by the participant if the other organizer's fee is higher than our event fee.If the minimum attendance isn't reached, the event will be canceled. For events starting in the morning, the decision will be made the day before in the evening, while for those beginning at night, the decision will be made in the evening.If the event is canceled midway due to unforeseen circumstances, no refund will be given, and no amount will be transferred to other events. ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Event Photo 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/live_large69ce2238c1936.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm (+05:30) - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Velas Turtle Festival, Velas, Ratnagiri, Velas, Maharashtra 415208, India, Shrivardhan - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 3500 up to 16500 INR - **Q**: Do I need a ticket to attend? - **A:** Yes, tickets are required for this event. - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Ramblersindia - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** festivals, food-drinks, kids - **Q**: Can I get a refund if I can't attend? - **A:** Refund Medium: Refunds will be processed through the same payment medium used for the original transaction. Payments made via UPI will be refunded to the UPI ID, while bank transfers will be refunded to the designated bank account.Processing Time: Refunds will be initiated on the event date or the next business day. Refund processing time may vary between 3 to 10 working days, depending on the payment gateway. In case of delays, the recipient should contact the payment gateway support for assistance.Refunds will be initiated on the event date or the next business day and processed within 2 days.For UPI payments, refunds will be transferred to the UPI ID.For current account payments, we will request either the UPI ID or bank account details for processing.Refunds cannot be issued to a payment wallet or phone number—only UPI IDs are valid.Refund Issuance: Refunds will not be issued in cash or coupons unless previously agreed upon with the participant. Refunds will not be processed on weekends due to team unavailability.Exclusion of Convenience Fee: Refunds exclude the convenience fee. If the payment includes a convenience fee from a third-party gateway, only the event fee will be refunded. For instance, if the event price is ₹1000 and the convenience fee is 5% (making the total paid amount ₹1050), the refund will be based on ₹1000, excluding the convenience fee.Refund Percentages for Cancellations:50% refund for cancellations made 10 or more days before departure.40% refund for cancellations made 7 days before departure.30% refund for cancellations made 6 days before departure.20% refund for cancellations made 5 days before departure till the day of departure.Refunds will not be issued for no-shows, such as missing the train or last-minute cancellations due to emergencies.Event Cancellation:In the event of a cancellation by the organizer, the full event fee will be refunded, excluding the convenience fee. Any personal transportation costs (e.g., train, bus, flight, cab, hotel) will not be refunded. If the event is forwarded to another Organization, an extra fee needs to be paid by the participant if the other organizer's fee is higher than our event fee.If the minimum attendance isn't reached, the event will be canceled. For events starting in the morning, the decision will be made the day before in the evening, while for those beginning at night, the decision will be made in the evening.If the event is canceled midway due to unforeseen circumstances, no refund will be given, and no amount will be transferred to other events. - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Velas Turtle Festival ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Festival", "name": "Velas Turtle Festival", "image": "https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69ce221c43355.jpg", "startDate": "2026-04-03T23:00:00+05:30", "endDate": "2026-04-17T23:00:00+05:30", "url": "https://allevents.in/shrivardhan/velas-turtle-festival-tickets/80007765626122", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Velas Turtle Festival", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Velas, Ratnagiri, Velas, Maharashtra 415208, India", "postalCode": "415208", "addressLocality": "Shrivardhan", "addressRegion": "MH", "addressCountry": "IN" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "17.9573259", "longitude": "73.03021679999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "For those looking to immerse themselves in the local culture, opting for a homestay in Velas presents an excellent opportunity. 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