41 Beautiful Beaches Near Malkangiri

Best Time: October-March

Visakhapatnam, generally known as Vizag, is one of the most seasoned port urban communities in the nation. Dwelled in the core of Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam is known for its beautiful shorelines and quiet scene, just as its rich social past, which makes it a perfect spot for a phenomenal beachfront get-away. The port of Visakhapatnam is famous for being home to the most seasoned shipyard in all of India, and with plenty of synthetic marvels and norma...

Best Time: April-June

The port town of Machelipatnam settled on the banks of River Krishna is a standout amongst the most well-known vacation destinations of South India. Saturated with rich recorded past, the town still mirrors the impression of a few remote trespassers in the nation. Truth be told, Machelipatnam is accepted to be one of the main pioneer settlements of the British along Coromondal Coast in Indian Subcontinent. Once filled in as a conspicuous port town, it l...

Best Time: November- February

Gopalpur is a town in the state of Odisha, India. It is located in the Ganjam district. It is a popular beach and a tourist destination which was initially a commercial port. The town has a population of 6,663. The city, under the ownership of Soraine family, grew from a small fishing village to a commercial port with a trade route with Burma. However later a lot of things were transferred to the British missionaries. Goplpur has now become of the most ...

Best Time: October to February

Puri is one of the holiest pilgrimage towns in India. One would know it better when called as Jagannath Puri. The Lord of the Universe is housed here and is honored as the spiritual city. It is one of the Char dhams (“four abodes”) which includes Badrinath, Dwarka, and Rameswaram. It lies in the coastal strip on Orissa, which is 60 km from the city of Bhubaneshwar. The city of Puri is known for the divinity, magnificent architecture and for its historic...

Best Time: October-February

The blue waters of Bay of Bengal blend with the brilliant sands at the shorelines of Chennai. Once is a little town of anglers Chennai accomplished a huge spot during the British Rule. It is one of the four metropolitan urban communities of India. Chennai has a ton to offer to visitors in the form of old temples and Museums, Churches and fortifications built during the British rule. Spreading over a wide scope of differing attractions, the adequate spot...

Best Time: December-February

Chandipur is a confined oceanside town of Baleshwar region put away securely on the coastline of Orissa. Chandipur is likewise privately known as Chandipur-on-ocean. In the event that nature's miracle entrances you, Chandipur Beach is a stunning spot to be. The exceptional strength of this shoreline is the ebb tides that subside around 1 to 4 km during low tides and they will, in general, vanish musically. This has a breathtaking perspective on the risi...

Best Time: November-March

Auroville is one of those towns which seem to spring up appropriate out of fiction. In the association region of Pondicherry, this township keeps running on the standards of harmony, agreement, reasonable living and 'heavenly awareness' which was the rationality of the Mother of Sri Aurobindo Society, Mirra Alfassa. This all-inclusive township was initiated on 28 February 1968 with the plan that it will be a spot for individuals willing enough to make t...

Best Time: October to March

Imagine this, you’re sitting on the shore, enjoying the cool breeze as you watch the sun set. Now imagine this, you’re cycling your way through a city with brightly painted houses with bougainvillaea laden walls and clean roads with greenery around. Want more? Okay, think of the calmness that one gets when they escape the ruckus of the outside world and sit and meditate in a peaceful environment. Like it? Then Pondicherry is your one stop destination fo...

Best Time: July to March

Digha, one of the best coastal towns along the Bay of Bengal is famous for its beachside resorts, exquisite seafood cuisine and numerous beaches that are either calm and quiet or busy and bustling. The palm-lined sandy beaches here are vast with shallow waters, allowing visitors to enjoy swimming or other marine adventures. The street food, local handicrafts, and kiosks are all set for attracting tourists to the beaches here. The extensive aquatic diver...

Best Time: October-April.

Placed in the East Medinipur District of West Bengal, India, Shankarpur is a window to the olden times being totally secluded from the city life. It is a beach village located 14 kilometres east of the popular beach town Digha and 185 kilometres from the city of Kolkata, along the Digha-Contai Road. The fact that Shankarpur is visited by a very few number of people, makes it the perfect place for all those who want to escape the rush of city life and sp...

Best Time: December-February.

Sagardwip, Sagar Island or more popularly known as Gangasagar, is a small island on the continental shelf of the Bay of Bengal. It lies 100 kilometres south of the city of Kolkata, on the Ganges delta. A very important place of Hindu pilgrimage, Sagardwip witnesses thousands of pilgrims every year on January 14 celebrating Makar Sankranti or Maghi, a festival on the Hindu calendar dedicated to deity Surya i.e. Sun. Although this small isle of the Sunder...

Best Time: October-March.

Enclosed by the bustle of West Bengal but then a world in itself, Bakkhali is a little shoreline town situated on the West Bengal coast. Bakkhali is located on one of the many deltaic islands spread across the southern part of Bengal. A large portion of the islands is a part of the Sundarbans, excepting a couple at the edges. A portion of these is combined with extensions over thin rivulets. This little island sticks out into the huge field of the Bay o...

Best Time: June to September

Chiplun is a tehsil in Ratnagiri district in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is the centre of Chiplun Taluk and is positioned on Mumbai-Goa highway, also known as National Highway 66 (earlier named as NH-17) in western India. The town is approximately 320 km south of Mumbai in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. In the tranquil, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life lies the city of Chiplun which grants you a lifetime experience amongst the...

Best Time: November- March

How many times has your 'Goa Plan' with friends been cancelled? Well, I'm sure after reading about the places mentioned below, none of your friends will back out!  The synonym of Vacation is Goa. This beach capital city of India is every kind of traveller's dream. It is the hub for all the Party Animals and those Adventure Sports Enthusiasts.  A state between the western and southern India within the region known as the Konkan. Bounded by Maharashtra t...

Best Time: October-March

Velankanni is located in the coast of Bay of Bengal, at the state of Tamil Nadu. It is a small quaint little peaceful town, famous as a Roman Catholic pilgrimage place. Millions of devotees from India and abroad every year come here to get the blessing of “Mother Mary” on the shrine of ‘Our Lady of Good health’. The splendid church is an example of French Architecture in Gothic Style and said to be an inspiration from the Lourdes in France. The beautifu...

Best Time: November-March

Kumta can be categorized as a beachside coastal town located in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. Kumta is a stopover between Gokarna and Murudeshwara and home to some idyllic beaches for offbeat travellers seeking a peaceful countryside stay. The little town of Kumta comes with stunning sceneries, rich culture and impressive monuments making it a memorable experience to visit. The highlight of the town is the Om beach and the Gokarna Temple that li...

Best Time: Throughout the year except monsoons

A sleepy Brahmin Temple Town, blessed with serene beaches, Gokarna is a mixed bag of religious rendezvou and a hippie abode. Attracting thousands of national and international tourists, both piligrims and backpackers, Gokarna is dream destination for so many different reasons.  On the western coast of India in the Kumta taluk of Northern Karnataka region, Gokarna is the new and emerging favourite in beach towns. Open beaches, undiscovered caves, mesmer...

Best Time: October to February Peak Season: December to January

Karwar is a coastal town in Karnataka which is known for its unexplored beautiful beaches. Karwar got its name from the adjacent town of Kadwad. Kade implies last and wado implies territory. Prior to Indian autonomy, the name Karwar was spelt Carwar. This is an old city significantly utilized for the ocean exchange, visited by the Arabs, Dutch, Portuguese, French and later the British. Amid the eighteenth century, this city was a piece of the Maratha Em...

Best Time: Oct - May

Mrududeshwar is a coastal town in Karnataka which is famous for Murudeshwar temple. Murudeshwar is another name for the Hindu god Shiva. It lies on Arabian Sea coast. Murudeshwar is a religious site which likewise fills in as the associating point for well known scuba jumping goal Netrani. Murudeshwar is home to the second tallest statue of Lord Shiva on the planet. With the shining Arabian Sea on three sides and the heavenly Western Ghats forcing their...

Best Time: November-March

The Raigad district of Maharashtra was formerly known as Kolaba district before the Raigad fort became the first capital of the former Maratha Empire. It is situated in the Konkan region of Maharashtra and surrounded by Mumbai Harbour, Thane, Pune, Ratnagiri and the Arabian Sea. History relates Raigad when Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj won this place in 1656. His kingdom then moved into Raigad. The Raigad fort speaks volumes about the volume and valour o...

Best Time: October-March

A port city on the Arabian Sea, Ratnagiri is one of those destinations that are specifically for unwinding and rejuvenation. From beautiful hills to refreshing hot water springs, Ratnagiri has everything one needs to find peace and positivity in life. It is a part of the Konkan region of Maharashtra. With a relaxing environment around, Ratnagiri is also a very interesting place for all history buffs. Ratnagiri is known to be the birthplace of Lokmanya B...

Best Time: November - February

Ganpatipule is a beautiful enchanting beach along the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. The village is known for the Ganapati Temple which is at least 400 years old. Ganapatipule attracts pilgrims as well as tourists from all parts of the country. It is often combined with a trip to nearby destinations such as Goa and Ratnagiri.

Best Time: Throughout the year

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Dapoli is a small town in Ratnagiri situated about 215 kms from Mumbai. A perfect spot for beach holidays, Dapoli has everything you can ask for in a vacation spot. Along with lazy beachside vacations, Dapoli has a lot of wonderful sea forts, hot springs and archaeological sites for you to explore and enjoy. Home to a number of ancient temples with caves and waves scattered around, Dapoli has something...

Best Time: September-May

Hedvi is a little town situated close to the town of Guhanagar in the Konkan area of Maharashtra. On the off chance that you are searching for a disconnected spot away for a long end of the week but then remain near places of interest, your answer is Hedvi. A little bay of dark sand shoreline Hedvi is essentially far from everything, even cell phone inclusion yet is exceptionally near well-known goals like Ganpatipule Velneshwar and Guhagar. It is basic...

Best Time: October-March

Located in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, Tarkarli is a prominent tourist destination amongst the people of the country as well as foreigners. At a distance of 546 km from Mumbai, Tarkali serves as an ultimate goal for the adventure seekers and beach lovers. Tarkarli has a series of pristine white sand beaches, where one can enjoy walking on the shores, have a family picnic or dive into the many water sports, that has been introduced there. Being s...

Best Time: September- March

Maravanthe is a village and has a beach and is located in Karnataka. It is locted in the Udupi district. While crossing The National Highway (NH17) that passes from a very close distance, the Arabian Sea can be seen on one side and the Sauparnika River with with Kodachadri Hills forming the backdrop can be seen on the other side. Fishing is the main activity of the people of this place; however the economy is not very flourished because the infrastructu...

Best Time: Nov-Mar

Malvan is a town in Maharashtra which is famous for Sindhudurg fort. Tarkarli can also be combined with this trip (8km from Malvan).Malvan is a culturally and truly essential town in the Sindhudurg locale of Maharashtra. It is outstanding generally for the Sindhudurg Fort of Chatrapati Shivajiraje. Socially, it is well known for it's mouth-watering Malvani ocean bottom and desserts, which generally sees a hot and humid climate because of its proximity t...

Best Time: Throughout the year

Known for beautiful beaches and majestic forts, Murud is a picturesque destination in Raigad district of Maharashtra. With its pristine landscape, soothing beaches, Murud is an excellent destination for relaxed vacations along beautiful sandy beaches. Apart from the beaches, Murud is famous for the magnificent Murud Janjira Fort, Kasa Fort, and Gol Gumbaz. Situated on an oval-shaped rock in the Arabian sea, 165 kms from Mumbai, the fort of Murud is loca...

Best Time: October-March

Socially rich, a fortune trove of entrancing nature, and environ of otherworldliness characterize this sanctuary town of Kundapur, the best. Lying on the western coast, the town is flanked by water bodies on three sides, for example, Panchgangavalli River in the north, Kalaghar River in the east and Arabian ocean and pleasant Kodi backwaters in the west. Getting its name from Kundeshvara sanctuary, the town of Kundapur claims a rich and wonderful past. ...

Best Time: October-March

Harihareshwar, a small beach town in Maharashtra, lies in the district of Raigad. It is surrounded by three hills named Harihareshwar, Harshinachal, and Pushpadri on 3 sides. Besides having a sea-shore on the fourth side, the river Savitri enters the Arabian Sea passing through the town of Harihareshwar. Apart from being a major pilgrimage center, Harihareshwar also serves as a beach resort with two very beautiful beaches, namely Harihaeshwar beach. The...

Best Time: July-September

Diveagar is one of the beautiful beachside villages along the Konkan coast in Raigad region of the state of Maharashtra, India. The entrance to the shoreline has a thick cover of Belu trees, which are generally uncommon in the region alongside various Suru trees (Casuarina), which are common to seaside areas of Maharashtra. While discussing seaside vacations, one can never pass up a major opportunity to visit one of the well-known beaches in Maharashtra...

Best Time: October-March

Known mainly because of its long stretch of beaches and sacred pilgrimage temples, Udupi is a breathtaking coastal town of Karnataka situated between viridescent mountain ranges of the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. Richly steeped in mythology, the town is the birthplace of the prominent philosopher and Guru, Sri Madhavacharya who is well known for establishing the frenetically revered Astha Mathas and the famed Krishna Temple. Along with it, the en...

Best Time: October-February  

A beach town, mainstreamed for its white sand and blue oceans arranged in the Konkan area of Maharashtra, Kashid is the ideal goal for a tranquil end of a week escape from Mumbai. A mitigating and quiet spot in nature's lap, Kashid is somewhat charming with its peaceful condition and pleasant area. This shoreline town is known additionally for its grand mountains and murmuring Casuarina forests. A wonderful spot for those looking for a tranquil and peac...

Best Time: November - February

Tucked away gracefully into the Konkan regions of Maharashtra, the small coastal town of Alibag is one of the most popular getaway destinations near to Mumbai. Every year a large number of tourists visit this little town to enjoy the beautiful landscape and its magnificent architecture. Located 120 kms to the South of Mumbai, Alibag and its surrounding villages are strongly rooted in their colonial history. The sandy beaches, sunny skies, clear air, bea...

Best Time: September-April

A gateway to the Konkan Coast and the Kodagu District, Mangalore is a blend of the modern intricacies and the ethnic affair of the coastal region. Known as one of the cleanest city of India, Mangalore is nestled between the Arabian Sea at one side and the Western Ghats on the other side in the Karnataka state. This vibrant city is a famous tourist destination, due to its molded diversity of rich culture and natural beauty. The picturesque city of Mangal...

Best Time: Throughout the year

Manori is a beach in Maharashtra which is very popular among solo travelers and backpackers. It has a beach culture close to that of Goa. Manori is a perfect weekend getaway for people from Mumbai and Pune. It is gaining more popularity as a tourist attraction in Maharashtra Tourism.

Best Time: September-January

The northernmost region of Kerala, Kasargod is situated on the ocean coast bordered by hilly slopes of Kodagu and Mangalore area of Karnataka in the east and north. However, it has a lot of appealing shorelines, fortresses, wildlife sanctuaries, trekking trails and different spots of significance. Kasaragod is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea and was at one time the entryway to the Malabar Coast. The long coastline is spotted with some thrilling...

Best Time: September-March

Bekal is a town in the Kasaragod district. It is a beautiful town in the state of Kerala. The main attraction of the town is Bekal Fort, which is in the shape of a keyhole and is one of the largest forts in Kerala. Kasaragod is the main town near Bekal. Bekal beach is popular for its backwaters and the scenic beauty.  Tourists generally gather in the beach after sunset to enjoy the beautiful and fascinating view while walking the walkway or to engage i...

Best Time: January-March

Kannur is one among the northernmost areas in the southwestern province of Kerala in India. The old name 'Cannanore' is the anglicized type of the Malayalam word Kannur. Kannur may have got its name from one of the Hindu god, Kannan, and Ur which symbolizes place, making it the place of Lord Krishna. The god of the Katalayi Sreekrishna temple was before located in a sanctum at Katalayi Kotta in the southeastern part of the Kannur town. With the Western ...

Best Time: October-March

Surat is the heartbeat of the state of Gujrat and can easily be coined at the textile centre of India. Situated on the banks of Tapi River, this is where all the hustle resides. It’s not only one of the fastest growing cities of cities but it’s also home to some of the greatest historical landmarks and architectural wonders. Famous for cutting and polishing diamonds, Surat is called ‘The Diamond City’. With so much talk about being the busiest city of I...

Best Time: October to March

Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, is often called the spice capital of the nation. This North Malabar district of Kerala is famous for being the food and cultural capital of the region. With significant influences of Arabic, Jewish and Portuguese culture, Kozhikode had begun trading in spices like cardamom and black pepper more than 500 years ago. Vasco Da Gama, the first European person to land on Indian Shores had landed on the sands of the Kappad bea...