If you ask us if we prefer the mountain or the beach, we’ll say beach, please! Beaches are simply amazing. If you like water, you can swim in the ocean. If you don’t know how to swim, you dip your feet in the oncoming waves, and if you don’t like getting wet at all, (why were you at the beach then anyway? Also what’s wrong with you?) you just play in the sand. The beach has something to offer to everyone. That is why you should visit as many beaches as possible in the coming year. Here are 24 beach destinations in India you should visit in 2024!
Best Beach Destinations In India
1. Cherai Beach, Kochi
Rich with greenery as well, this beach is located right outside a forest. It has the best of both worlds. Name a more iconic combination than trees and sand, we’ll wait.
2. Chandipur Beach, Odisha
The only word that can properly describe this extraordinary beach is ‘magical.’ This is because the sea itself vanishes from here. Due to its unique geographical terrain, the sea appears and disappears from this beach at the drop of a hat. It is also dubbed as the hide-and-seek beach due to this phenomenon.
3. Butterfly Beach, Goa
Just as the name suggests, this beach will give you butterflies in your tummy. Since this beach is only reachable by boat or by trek, it ensures that your journey is just as fun as the destination. Collect your friends and get yourself to this beach for some splashy fun!
4. Junput Beach, West Bengal
Beaches are generally very crowded, and finding an empty spot is a task. But you won’t face this problem with this beach. It is a secluded gem that not many people know about. Hence, the beach is not as crowded as the other famous beaches.
5. Mandwa Beach, Maharashtra
Fans of Hrithik Roshan’s Agnipath might recognise this name. However, unlike the movie, the beach is very peaceful and serene. Head on down there to pay some respects to Vijay Dinanath Chauhan. Gone but not forgotten.
6. Ladghar Beach, Maharashtra
Ladghar Beach is another pristine beach which is a favourite among the locals. This beach is ideal for romantic dates and going on long walks with that special someone.
7. Bekal Beach, Kerala
If there’s one state in India that takes the cake for some of the best beaches in the country, it is Kerala. Bekal is ideal for lazing around on the sand in the sun with a good book.
8. Devghali Beach, Ratnagiri
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Surrounded by cliffs, this lesser-known beach looks like something straight out of a movie. Enjoy the scenic sunset with the calming sound of waves splashing at your feet.
9. Ganpatipule Beach, Maharashtra
Peppered with cute coconut trees, this beach looks straight out of a painting. Imagine walking on this beach and leaving behind footsteps that will disappear in the next second, sounds peaceful, doesn’t it?
10. Alibaug Beach, Maharashtra
Probably the most famous beach destination on this list, we love this classic beach destination. Get yourself down to Alibaug Beach for some memorable and quality time.
11. Manori Beach, Mumbai
Located on the outskirts of Mumbai, this beach is perfect for a short trip for when your hectic Mumbai life starts to get to you. The waters are clean and pristine and perfect for dipping your feet in.
12. Varkala Beach, Kerala
Another great getaway spot, this beach is the picture of tranquillity. Imagine standing there watching the sun set over the horizon with cool water splashing at your feet. BRB, going to apply for a leave from my job.
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13. Tilmati Beach, Karnataka
Karnataka generally is not known for its beaches but it should be. This state is underrated when it comes to scenic beaches and Tilmati Beach is probably one of its best beaches. It is a must-visit whenever you’re in Karnataka.
14. Radhanagar Beach, Andaman
Ranked as one of the best beaches in the world, Radhanagri Beach is also among the top 10 beaches in Asia. It is located on Havelock Island and its beauty is truly other-worldly.
15. Serenity Beach, Pondicherry
True to its name, the Serenity beach is so peaceful that you won’t be able to leave. The sand, the water, the breeze, all of it is just too perfect!
16. Kappad Beach, Kozhikode
Another tranquil spot, this place will give you the refreshment that you need. With a calm, cool breeze and the sound of waves lapping on the shore, this beach will make you feel like a Victorian heroine who’s contemplating her life choices.
17. Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam
Known for its iconic lighthouse, this beach looks like a scene from a mystery movie. The massive stone structure sits right on the head of a beach so pristine, it’ll make you want to haunt it forever.
18. Revdanda Beach, Maharashtra
If you’re craving some peace and quiet to gather your thoughts and introspect a bit, nothing is better than a walk on the beach. Revdanda Beach will help you clear your mind of all your worries.
19. Paradise Beach, Pondicherry
Named after the marvellous views it offers, Paradise Beach will truly transport you to heaven. With clear clean waters splashing on the shore and with the wind in your hair, you’ll feel like the protagonist of your own movie.
20. Payyambalam Beach, Kannur
Kerala is unofficially the queen of beaches and this beach is the queen’s crown jewel. It is without a doubt one of the best beaches in the state. With backwaters on one side and the ocean on the other, it is sure to take your breath away.
21. Sasawane Beach, Maharashtra
Remember the fun you would have on the beach when you were young? Building sand castles and watching them wash away without a care in the world. Sasawane Beach will make you nostalgic for such a time even if you didn’t grow up around beaches when you were young.
22. Okha Madhi Beach, Gujarat
This pristine beach is breathtaking not only because of its calming breeze but also because of its white sand. That’s right, this beach is one of India’s most beautiful white-sand beaches. It’s like walking on warm snow that doesn’t melt.
23. Mandvi Beach, Gujarat
When it comes to beaches in Gujarat, the Rann of Kutch is the name that will come to your mind. But there are other beautiful beaches in Gujarat that are not that well-known. Mandvi Beach is one of them. But don’t take our word for it, visit this beach and see for yourself.
24. Baga Beach, Goa
Goa is one of the most iconic beach destinations in India. So much so that the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of Goa is the beach! Baga Beach is definitely one of the most iconic beaches in this state. If you’re adventurous, you can go scuba diving, jet skiing, and more. If you like to simply lay on the beach, you can do that as well! The best time to visit is between March and June, right before the rainy season.
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Which one of these excellent beaches are you planning to visit this year?
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