Navi Mumbai to Tarkarli & Malvan Cab - Beach Trip Guide
Tarkarli and neighbouring Malvan are India's best scuba and snorkelling destinations on the west coast. The 530 km cab drive from Navi Mumbai is a long but rewarding trip - most travellers do it as a 3-day weekend.
Key facts
- Distance
- 530 km via NH66
- Drive time
- 11 hours
- Cab fare (Dzire)
- From ₹5,200 one-way
- Best time
- Oct - May (avoid monsoon for scuba)
- 3-day round-trip
- ₹17,500 (Dzire)
Route
Navi Mumbai → NH66 → Mahad → Khed → Chiplun → Ratnagiri → Kankavli → Kudal → Malvan → Tarkarli. Total 530 km, 11 hours.
3-day itinerary
- Day 1: Navi Mumbai → Tarkarli (overnight drive option)
- Day 2: Scuba/snorkelling, Sindhudurg Fort, Tarkarli beach
- Day 3: Malvan town, seafood lunch → return
Scuba & snorkelling
Indian Institute of Scuba Diving (IISDA) at Tarkarli offers PADI-certified dives. Snorkelling: ₹500 per person. Discover Scuba: ₹2,500 per person (no licence required).
Cab fare
3-day round-trip Dzire: ₹17,500 (driver bata, 2 night halts, all tolls). Innova: ₹24,500.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cab fare from Navi Mumbai to Tarkarli?
One-way ₹5,200 in a Dzire. 3-day round-trip ₹17,500 all-inclusive.
How long is the cab drive to Tarkarli?
11 hours via NH66 - most opt for an overnight start to reach by morning.
Can I scuba in monsoon?
No - scuba and snorkelling are closed June 1 to September 30 due to rough seas. October to May is the operating window.
Is Tarkarli worth a 3-day trip?
Yes - between scuba, Sindhudurg Fort, dolphin spotting and seafood, you need at least 2 full days plus travel.
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