The Dream Trip of Every Youth: Mumbai To Goa Road Trip With Close Friends

The Dream Trip of Every Youth: Mumbai To Goa Road Trip With Close Friends

The Dream Trip of Every Youth: Mumbai To Goa Road Trip With Close Friends

‘If you really want to chase the clouds, leave behind the city where the rains turn the roads into rapids, and your life into never-ending traffic jams. The real adventure awaits you along the west coast…’

An adventurous Road trip through the West Coast from Mumbai City is to take you to the Dreamworld of Goa. Whether it is an overnight party at a beach or the many water-sports, each has its own unique charm. The popularity of this dream Goa trip hasn’t changed over time, or any new destination hasn’t emerged to take the place of Goa. 
Mumbai is a city of business, entertainment and much more. People of Mumbai normally tend to work hard; hence they need a change every now and then. And a road trip to Goa is just the perfect getaway for them, convenient and exciting. The amazing beach destinations, located in the Konkan region, are hot favorites for weekend trips for residents of Mumbai. 

Possible Routes for Mumbai to Goa Road trip

Get on the road with your car and choose one of the two possible Mumbai to Goa routes for your trip. One option is the Pune-Kolhapur route through NH4; the other option is Ratnagiri-Konkan route through NH17. The route through Pune-Kolhapur is comparatively an easier route. The roads are good and easy to drive on, hence are perfect for a family vacation. The Ratnagiri-Konkan route, on the other hand, is slightly risky as it is crowded but more scenic and adventurous. The Konkan region, with its natural beauty, is ever enticing to a traveller. The route through this region promises immense natural beauty and fresh air, ideal for a road trip. The route normally traverses through the Western Ghats, offering a great combination of hills and coastline. So, if you are up for the adventure on your road trip, choose the route through NH17. 

A quick guide for the Ratnagiri-Konkan route through NH17

The distance from Mumbai to Goa is around 600 km. The Ratnagiri Konkan route takes around 12-15 hours to cover. The Mumbai to Goa Roadtrip can be completed in one single day, but if you wish to enjoy the beauty of the attractions in between it can take a bit longer. The ideal time to start the journey is the early morning around 5am -6 am.
Once you leave your home go towards Panvel, take flyovers wherever possible as they will be traffic free. Then take NH17 where again traffic is likely to be less early in the morning. So you can put up a decent speed and proceed towards your destination enjoying the forest on both sides of the road. On the road, you can halt at Chiplun in Ratnagiri District. Soon after that, the road enters Western Ghats. Enjoy the beauty of the Western Ghats and the Vashishti River on your way.

After travelling some distance through Ratnagiri district, you enter Sindhudurg District after Talera.

Soon after this the Western Ghats section comes to an end. With the end of the Western Ghats, you reach the Goa border. Expect lots of traffic, especially trucks. About an hour drive you reach Panaji, the capital of Goa.

Attractions on the Mumbai to Goa Roadtrip

·       The Karnala Bird Sanctuary is a treat for all the bird watchers. It is located on the highway near Panvel.
·       Another famous weekend destination, Alibug, is located on the route to Goa. If you have a day to spare, you can spend it here.
·       If you happen to travel during summer, don’t miss the delicious mangoes of Ratnagiri.
·       Take a break at Chiplun to have some food and drinks to gear up for the next part of the drive. 

Essential Tips for the Mumbai to Goa road trip:

The necessary tips to take the road trips are normally the same:  check your breaks; carry the toolkit and double check the spare wheel. Also take the precautions to protect for your car from the salt and water as you will be driving to a coastal region. Remember to sound the horn at every sharp turn while driving through the Ghats section of the road and slow down while entering villages.

Overall, the Mumbai to Goa road trip justifies the saying,

‘Sometimes it's a little better to travel than to arrive.’