- Starting from
- Pune
- Duration
- 1 Day
- Distance
- 440 km round trip (approx.)
- Mode
- Private AC cab with driver
- Package rate
- Call for best fare
About This Tour Package
Dapoli, on the Konkan coast, is about 220 km from Pune, and a one-day trip is a long but doable plan for people who want a quick taste of the sea. It requires an early start, around 4:30 AM, and a late return, but you spend the middle of the day on clean beaches such as Karde and Ladghar, with the ghat drive through Tamhini and Mangaon adding scenic views.
The plan is straightforward. You leave Pune before dawn, take a breakfast stop near Mangaon and reach Dapoli by about 10:30. Karde Beach is the main stop, with a long, quiet beach and the option of a dolphin trip at Murud if time and tide allow. After lunch with fresh fish or a vegetarian thali, you may add Ladghar beach or the Keshavraj temple. The return starts by 3:30 or 4, and you reach Pune by about 10:30 at night.
This is a full day on the road, so it suits groups who are comfortable with long drives. If you prefer a relaxed visit, we can quote a two-day version with a night at Dapoli, but many people enjoy the one-day plan as a quick escape.
Highlights of this day trip. Karde Beach; Murud or Ladghar beach; optional dolphin trip; fresh Konkan food; scenic Tamhini and ghat drive; and a comfortable cab for the whole day from Pune.
Travel tips. Start by 4:30 AM and carry snacks for the road. Check tide timings and sea conditions before water activities. Wear sunscreen and light clothes. Avoid swimming in rough seas. Plan to cross the ghat in daylight on the return where possible.
Understanding inclusions and exclusions helps you plan your budget. In a one day Dapoli trip, the vehicle, driver, fuel and driver's food and stay are covered in the quoted fare, while toll, parking, state tax, entry tickets, hotel rooms, meals, guide charges and personal spending are generally extra. If you prefer an all-inclusive quotation with hotels and meals, tell us and we will prepare it separately so that you can compare.
Customise the plan. This one day Dapoli trip is a ready plan, but every family is different. We can add or remove stops, extend the trip by a day, change the starting time, include a relative's home visit or reduce driving hours for senior citizens. Tell us your group size, age mix, budget and must-see places, and we will modify the itinerary and share a revised fare. There is no pressure to follow the standard plan.
Fleet to match your plan. For a one day Dapoli trip, a Swift Dzire or similar sedan suits one to four passengers; an Ertiga carries five to six people with luggage; an Innova Crysta provides the most comfortable ride for long distances and senior travellers; a Scorpio handles hill and ghat roads confidently; a Tempo Traveller or Force Urbania accommodates 12 to 17 people; and mini buses and coaches carry 20 to 45 passengers. Tell us your group size and luggage and we will suggest the most economical suitable vehicle.
How the fare is decided. The fare for a one day Dapoli trip depends on the type of vehicle, the total distance or hours, the date of travel and any waiting or night requirement. Toll, parking and state tax are normally charged at actuals unless we quote an all-inclusive package, and we explain this before you confirm. We do not believe in hidden charges. If you share the full plan on WhatsApp, we can give you a clear quotation, and if the plan changes later, we will tell you how it affects the fare.
The process is intentionally simple. Tell us the date, time, pick-up point, drop point and number of passengers for your one day Dapoli trip. We check availability, suggest the right vehicle and share the fare in writing. Once you confirm, our team assigns a driver and sends you his details. On the day, the driver arrives early, helps with luggage and follows the plan you shared. If anything changes, a quick call to our office is enough.
Trust is built on small details. Before every one day Dapoli trip trip, we confirm the pick-up time with the driver, check that the car is clean and that the AC works, and share the driver's name and number with you. Our team stays reachable by phone and WhatsApp, which helps if plans change or if you need a quick answer. Passengers who value a smooth and predictable journey appreciate this simple discipline.
Peak seasons and advance booking. Demand for cabs in Pune rises sharply during wedding season, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, summer holidays, long weekends and monsoon weekends when many people head to Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar and the Konkan. During these periods, vehicles like Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller and buses are booked early. For a one day Dapoli trip in peak season, we recommend booking at least a few days ahead, and a week or more for larger vehicles.
Common mistakes to avoid when booking. Many travellers book at the last minute and then settle for whatever vehicle is available. Others compare only the headline fare and ignore what is extra, such as toll, parking and night allowance. Some do not share the full plan, which later leads to disagreements about hours or kilometres. For your one day Dapoli trip, share the full plan, ask what is included, and book early for weekends, festivals and wedding season. These small steps prevent most problems.
Special requests are welcome. If you need a child seat arrangement, extra luggage space, a stop for medicines, a vegetarian meal stop, or a name board at pick-up, tell us when you book your one day Dapoli trip. We will do our best to arrange it. Senior citizens and passengers with mobility needs can ask the driver for help with luggage and boarding, and we plan the vehicle choice accordingly.
Changes and cancellations. Plans change, and we understand that. If you need to reschedule or cancel your one day Dapoli trip, inform us as early as possible so that we can reassign the vehicle and driver. The terms for changes depend on the booking type and how close it is to the travel time, and we explain them when we confirm your booking. Clear communication on both sides avoids disputes.
To book, call or WhatsApp 7888117999 with your travel date, group size and preferred vehicle, or fill the enquiry form on this page. Cab Service Pune will reply with a clear quotation and a day-wise plan for the one day Dapoli trip from Pune.
Tour Itinerary
- 4:30 AM: Pick-up from Pune
- 7:30 AM: Breakfast near Mangaon
- 10:30 AM: Reach Dapoli, Karde Beach
- 1:00 PM: Lunch with Konkan food
- 2:00 PM: Ladghar Beach or Murud
- 3:45 PM: Start the return journey
- 10:30 PM: Drop at your home in Pune
Package Inclusions
- AC cab with an experienced driver for the full day
- Pick-up and drop from your home, society or hotel in Pune
- Flexible stops for meals, rest and photos
- Choice of Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Scorpio, Tempo Traveller, Urbania or Bus
- Time-wise plan shared before the trip
Not Included
- Toll, parking and state tax at actuals unless quoted all-inclusive
- Meals, entry tickets, puja and activity charges
- Personal expenses
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FAQs
Is a one day Dapoli trip from Pune possible?
Yes, with a very early start around 4:30 AM. It is a long day, with about 440 km of driving.
How long does it take to reach Dapoli from Pune?
Dapoli is about 220 km from Pune, and the drive takes roughly 5.5 to 6 hours.
Which beaches can we visit in a one day Dapoli trip from Pune?
Karde Beach is the main stop, with Ladghar or Murud added if time permits.
Can we see dolphins in a one day Dapoli trip from Pune?
Dolphin trips at Murud depend on tide and boat timing, so they are best in the early morning and may be hard in a one-day plan.
Which route is used for the one day Dapoli trip from Pune?
The usual route is via Tamhini Ghat and Mangaon, chosen based on weather and traffic.
What is the cost of a one day Dapoli cab from Pune?
The cost depends on the vehicle and hours. Send your date and group size for a clear quote.