Beaches in Maharshtra

Beaches in Maharastra

Bassein -Bassein is in the peaceful location, which is 77 km away from Mumbai. It is closely similar with the India's sultry beach state of Goa. But here, crowd is a bit less and those who wish to enjoy peaceful environment must visit Basssein.

 Dahanu Bordi -Dahanu is also known for its vast chikoo fruit orchids. Dahanu is 145 km away from Mumbai that comes under Thane district of Maharashtra. And Thane district is again known for its 17 km long sea line that stretches from Dahanu to Bordi.

Ganapatipule The waters of Ganapatipule are crystal clear and pristine. The entire stretch of beach is covered with fresh greeneries. The roadside sceneries on the way to Ganapatipule are captivating with narrow roads, red soil, roofed houses, clean courtyards and innumerable fruit bearing trees

Harnai -Harnai is about 200 km away from Mumbai. Despite its quietness, it is emerging fast as a tourist destination as visitors from Pune and Mumbai are frequently visited this place to celebrate the weekends.

 Juhu Beach - The Juhu Beach is situated in 'Ville Parle' in Mumbai is one of the best beaches of India. It is considered as the posh area as so many celebrities have bungalows there.

 Mandwa Kihim - Mandwa Kihim is around 130 kms away from Mumbai.They are surrounded by lush coconut trees and attractive surroundings like Murud Beach and Chaul, historic forts, churches, synagogues and fascinating tower of St. Barbara,Buddhist caves and a Hamam Khana.

 Madh Island Beach - Madh Island Beach is clean and renowned tourist spot. Lots of Bollywood movies and daily soaps have also been shot at this beach.

 Marine Drive - "Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road" commonly known as marine drive is the best place for Mumbai people. It is a 3 km long six lane C-shaped road along the coastline forming a natural bay in southern Mumbai.It links Nariman Point to Babulnath, and is situated at the foot of Malabar Hill.

 Marve Manori Gorai - The Manori beach is around 40 kms away at the North of Mumbai.It is just 20 minutes away from Madh Island. Marve which is commonly known as Borivali is a village very close to Mumbai. Gorai Beach is quite near to Manori.Its is said that its safe to swim in gorai beach throughout the year but it is advisable to avoid it during monsoon season. Manori,Marve and Gorai all are famous for all night beach parties.

 Murud Janjira - It is a fort situated on an island surrounded by water.It is around 165kms towards south of Mumbai. Kashid and Nandgaon beaches too are near from Murud.

 Shriwardhan - Shrivardhan is in Raigad district of Maharashtra.It has many beaches and other nearby beaches include Diveagar Beach and Kondivali beach.

 Tarkali - It is located 546 kms from Mumbai.It has some famous sea forts near beach which includes Sindhudurg and Padmagarh fort.

 Velneshwar - It is the best place for swimming and sun baths. The water is free from rocks so lots of water sports are being carried out there.

 Vengurla Malvan - Vengurla is a very peaceful place lined up with thick cashew, coconut,palm trees, jackfruit and mango groves.It has various famous temples like Shri Devi Sateri Temple and Rameshwar Temple.

 Vijaydurg Sindhudurg - Vijaydurg - Sindhudurg was used as naval base by Chhatrapati Shivaji. Sindhudurg has temples lots of temples spread over an area of 48 acres.These temples are dedicated to Bhavani, Mahadeo, Jarimai, Mahapurush and Shivaji.

Versova Beach – This is another popular beach,situated in the suburbs of Andheri which is a continuation of the Juhu Beach and separated by a creek. This beach is famous for its fish market auctions which are held every day.