Kashid Beach Sightseeing, Quick Facts, History, Packages, Tours & Excursions

The 3 km-long Kashid Beach combines all the elements of a perfect beach holiday. Murud Beach in the old fishing village of Murud, a few km away from Kashid, is another option for beach lovers. While Kashid Beach has crystal clear blue waters, Murud Beach has clear green water.

Janjira Fort right in the middle of the sea is a sight-seeing highlight. Ferry boats are available to the fort. Other places worth visiting include Nawab's Palace, Ganapati Pule Temple and the beautiful Birla Temple. Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary, 10 Km from Kashid Beach is home to several types of birds, butterflies and snakes, as well as leopard, sambhar and barking deer. Other places of interest include the Portuguese Revdanda Beach Fort, almost in ruins and the hilltop Datta Mandir, 8 km from Revdanda with sweeping views of the entire coastal belt.

Kashid Beach is less crowded as compared to many of the popular beaches of Maharashtra and Goa, and you can spend endless hours in the sun or walk under the moonlight on soft sands. Do try the Konkani specialities and fresh sea food at the local restaurants.

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Kashid is an offbeat destination which is growing in popularity in travellers' itineraries. Sandwiched between two rocky hillocks, Kashid Beach on the shores of the Arabian Sea is one of the most beautiful stretches in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. White sand beaches fringed by casuarinas trees and backdropped by mountains, paddy fields and rivulets, is the special charm of this coastal strip. Kashid is 135 Km from Mumbai and 30 Km from Alibaug. The drive from Alibaug to Kashid is the prefect way to capture the picturesque rural scenery en route.