For Vadodara, you can order both Kesar and Alphonso mango online from AlphonsoMango.in. Kesar starts at Rs 999 for a half dozen and Alphonso from Rs 1,849 per dozen, sent by Blue Dart. Both are seasonal, and the Alphonso 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027.
Kesar and Alphonso mango in Vadodara
Most people in Vadodara who search for mangoes online search for Kesar first. That is natural. Kesar is Gujarat's own mango, and Vadodara sits in the state where it grows. But a good number of those buyers also want a real Alphonso, or Hapus, which grows on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra and reaches Gujarat only through couriers or traders. We sell both, and this page helps you decide which to order, or whether to order one box of each.
One point first. These are two different mangoes from two different regions, and we keep them apart on this page. The Alphonso we sell comes from the Ratnagiri and Devgad belt, and we hold GI Authorised User certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI No. 139). Kesar is a separate variety. We do not describe our Kesar as Alphonso, and our Alphonso certificate does not cover it.
Kesar mango in Vadodara
Gir Kesar is named for the Gir region of Gujarat. Kesar is said to have been grown in 1931 by the Junagadh Wazir Sale Bhai, and is said to have been known as Kesar since 1934, when the Nawab of Junagadh remarked on its orange pulp. That orange colour is the best-known mark of the fruit, and it is the reason for the saffron name.
We sell Kesar mango in two box sizes. A half-dozen box is Rs 999 and a dozen box is Rs 1,699. Check the product page for the price when you order, because prices change. Kesar is a seasonal fruit, and it is sold only in season, so the page will show it as unavailable when it is out of stock. If you only want one mango for your family in Vadodara, a half dozen is a sensible start. A dozen suits a larger household, or two households splitting one box, and the Gir Kesar page on Wikipedia gives the wider background on the variety if you want to read more.
Alphonso mango in Vadodara
Alphonso is the mango that people from Maharashtra call Hapus. It grows on the Konkan coast, and the fruit we sell is sourced from across 48 villages in the Ratnagiri and Devgad belt. Wikipedia describes Alphonso pulp as rich, creamy and non-fibrous. We harvest by hand with a zela pole and a catching net in the pre-dawn hours.
Alphonso is sold by the dozen, from Rs 1,849 per dozen, with larger grades costing more. The largest Ratnagiri option is up to Rs 5,399. A dozen weighs roughly 1.8 to 3.3 kg depending on the grade. Open the Ratnagiri Alphonso page or the Devgad Alphonso page to compare. We do not rank one above the other, because it is the same variety from the same belt. The only things that change between them are the listing, the grade options and the price shown on each page.
We do not use carbide. Our Alphonso mangoes are ripened naturally on hay beds. If you want to learn how to tell a real Alphonso, read our guide on how to identify Alphonso mango.
Kesar and Alphonso side by side
| Point | Kesar | Alphonso |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Gujarat, named for the Gir area | Konkan coast of Maharashtra: Ratnagiri and Devgad |
| Our box sizes | Half dozen and dozen | Dozen, in several grades |
| From | Rs 999 for a half dozen | Rs 1,849 per dozen |
| Pulp | Known for orange pulp | Rich, creamy and non-fibrous |
| Other name | Kesar, Gir Kesar | Hapus, Aamba |
| Certificate we hold | None claimed | GI Authorised User certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI No. 139) |
Taste is personal, and we will not tell you which you will like more. Many families order one dozen of each in the same week and decide for next year. Both varieties are sold in season only. The Alphonso 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027, and the Kesar product page shows its availability, so plan the order around those dates. Our guide to the Alphonso mango season shows the calendar, and the page on buying Kesar mangoes online goes deeper on Kesar.
Delivery and what to do on arrival
We dispatch by Blue Dart, and about 65% of Indian PIN codes get next-day delivery. Check your PIN code at checkout. We do not promise a delivery day for Vadodara or any named city, because the courier decides that by PIN code. Use the recipient's PIN code at checkout if you are sending a box as a gift.
- Unpack when it arrives. Take the mangoes out and lay them in a single layer in a cool, airy place.
- Let firm fruit ripen at room temperature. A ripe mango smells sweet near the stalk and gives a little under gentle pressure.
- Refrigerate ripe fruit if you will not finish it within a day or two.
- Report any damage within 24 hours of delivery by writing to support@alphonsomango.in with your order number.
For the full process, our mango delivery guide is the place to look.
Cashews and pulp when the fresh fruit is not in season
When fresh mangoes are out of season, two things from our store are available in every month. The first is the Alphonso Mango Pulp Tin, made from Alphonso, in 850 g and 3.1 kg sizes from Rs 590. The second is cashews, including W180 jumbo cashew nuts, plus split, roasted, salted and masala options.
Who we are
AlphonsoMango.in is run by Powle Home Foods in Mumbai. I am Prashant Powle, and our first sales were offline in 2019. We have sold online since 2020 and have served 47,000+ customers, including offline and marketplace sales. We are an FSSAI-licensed seller, and we also supply restaurants and hotels. Gifts and bigger orders are welcome; write to us with your quantity, city and date. There is no GST on fresh mangoes, and for corporate gifting orders GST applies on shipping, which the invoice shows. Our gifting page tells you how to start.
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People also ask
Can I buy Kesar mango online in Vadodara?
Yes. You can order Kesar mango on AlphonsoMango.in for delivery to Vadodara by Blue Dart. A half-dozen box starts at Rs 999 and a dozen at Rs 1,699. Kesar is a seasonal fruit and shows as unavailable out of season, so check the product page before you order.
What is the price of Kesar mango in Vadodara?
Our Kesar mango is Rs 999 for a half dozen and Rs 1,699 for a dozen. The price depends on the box you choose and can change, so check the product page for today's price. We price by the box, not by the kilo, and we do not quote market rates.
Is Kesar the same as Alphonso mango?
No. Kesar and Alphonso are two different mango varieties from two different regions. Kesar is a Gujarat mango known for its orange pulp, and Alphonso is the Konkan mango called Hapus. We sell both, and our GI Authorised User certificate applies to Alphonso only.
Can I order Alphonso mango to Vadodara?
Yes. We send Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso to Vadodara by Blue Dart, from Rs 1,849 per dozen. Fresh Alphonso is harvested from about February to June, with the best supply from March to May, and the 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027.
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Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia, Gir Kesar, accessed October 2026.
- Wikipedia, Alphonso mango, accessed October 2026.
- Wikipedia, Mango, accessed October 2026.
Written by Prashant Powle, founder of AlphonsoMango.in. Last reviewed October 2026.