10 Beautiful Beaches in Gujarat


The state of Gujarat is one of the leading unknown places in the world when it comes to tourism sector. Its peaceful and green areas across the state make it very attractive and beautiful. There are no beaches in Gujarat. While the beaches of Gujarat are largely undiscovered and unexplored by mainstream tourists, they look beautiful and peaceful. If you are one of those people looking to leave the popular beaches and want to spend some relaxing time with your family and friends, then the best beaches in Gujarat are a must-see.


Best Beaches in Gujarat to Visit:

Let's start by checking out the most sought-after collection of Gujarat beaches that we don't find in our standard travel guides.





1. Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach:

Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach is a beautiful and stunning beach located near Ahmedpur Mandvi in Gujarat and near Diu. This beach is a wonderful place for long walks and swimming. It's visible white sand distinguishes the beach from other beaches and looks visually appealing. If you are looking to enjoy a relaxing beach holiday and a lovely luxury holiday, this is a must see.


Things to do:

Water activities such as water scooters, swimming, parasailing and surfing

Watching the dolphins

Shopping on the beach

How to reach:

By Road: Somnath is the nearest city to Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach, which has connectivity from various parts of Gujarat.

Train: If you prefer trains it is possible to reach Veraval station on the railway line. It is 6 km from Somnath. You can also go to Delaware Railway Station which is about 9 km from the beach.

Air: Keshod is close to Somnathki Airport which has regular connections from Ahmedabad and Mumbai in India.

Best time to visit and places to stay:

The beach is accessible throughout the year. But, if you are looking for a fun holiday, the winter months are the ideal time to visit. October to March is the peak time for us here.

You can choose from a variety of accommodation options in the region to suit your preferences and budget. You will find everything from luxury resorts to guest houses.

Other attractions:

Apart from this little-known gem beach with beautiful blue clear waters, it is also possible to explore other surrounding beaches including the Havelis of Diu Island and Jampa.

Precautions:

Make note of any weather updates and advisories from local authorities before jumping into the water.


2. Chorwad Beach:

Chorwad is a small fishing village near the city of Somnath in Gujarat. It is a small area and less populated than other major beaches of the state, this beach has less water sports but it is a perfect place for those who want to enjoy the most amazing moments and relaxing time. Cool, refreshing breeze, crystal clear waters and beautiful atmosphere make this beach stand out from other beaches. It is a great starting point for exploring destinations like Porbandar and Somnath.

Things to do:

Watching the sunrise

Local seafood and beach side dining

How to reach:

By Road: Chorwad is 25 km from Somnath. Somnath city can be reached from many parts of Gujarat.

Rail: Veraval is the nearest railway station to Somnath. It is 6 km from Somnath.

Air: Somnath is the nearest airport via Keshod and has regular connections to Ahmedabad and Mumbai in India.

Best time to visit and places to stay:

The beach can be visited anytime throughout the year. The months between September and March are considered the most popular season.

There are two luxury resorts and hotel facilities in and around the beaches. You can choose to stay at Veraval and Somnath.

Other attractions:

Kamaleshwar Dam

Mahabat Maqbara

Somnath Temple

Durbar Hall Museum

Upperkot Fort


3. Gopanath Beach:

Gopnath Beach in Gujarat is stunning and beautiful in its appearance. It is picturesque and famous for its limestone beach with cliffs and birds. It is the perfect destination to visit during the holidays, it gives you the peace and relaxation you crave. It is located in Bhavnagar district and is one of the least explored and unknown beaches, yet it is surrounded by a very clean and beautiful landscape.

Things to do:

Long walks on the beach

Sunrise view

How to reach:

By Road: Nearest central connection to Gopnath Beach is 71 kms away at Bhavnagar. State transport services provide regular service towards Bhavnagar, Ahmedabad.

By Rail: Bhavnagar is the only railway station connected to Ahmedabad.

Air: Bhavnagar is connected to Ahmedabad by domestic airlines.

Best time to visit and places to stay:

    The beach is open anytime throughout the year. The best time to visit is between October and March every year.
      There are beach resorts and beach bungalows to help you arrange accommodation.
        Other attractions:
            Gopanath Temple
              Piram Island

                    4. Dwarka Beach:
                      Dwarka Beach is the best place for Hindu pilgrimage in Gujarat. It is an excellent place for a short vacation in Gujarat. The aquatic life is amazing with sea turtles, octopus stars and urchins floating at the surface of the waters. If you are looking for a historic place that offers a peaceful feel, this is the ideal place for a relaxing vacation and a relaxing time with your loved ones.

                          Things to do:
                              sunrise
                                Long walks along the beach
                                  Camel rides
                                    Activities on boats and ferry rides
                                      How to reach:
                                          By Road: Dwarka has direct bus connectivity to Jamnagar and Ahmedabad. It is 131 km from Jamnagar and 442 km from Ahmedabad.
                                            By Rail: It has a simple railway station which is connected to major stations.
                                              By Air: Jamnagar Airport is the nearest airport.
                                                Best time to visit and places to stay:
                                                    Dwarka is a popular place for pilgrims and tourists at all times. Peak time is from October to March.
                                                      A variety of hotels and guesthouses ranging from small to large are available in the same vicinity. Government and private owned hotels are operating.
                                                        Other attractions:
                                                            Dwarka Temple
                                                              Rukmini Devi Temple
                                                                Gomatighat

                                                                      5. Nagoya Beach: Diu
                                                                        Nagoa Beach is a long stretch of coastline located in Nagoa Hamlet, Bucharwada Village, Diu. The beach is now more beautiful and charming with palm trees all over it. Although it is a popular beach, due to its famous name, the area has amazing and beautiful sunsets. It is the most famous in the list of most famous beaches in Gujarat.

                                                                            Things to do:
                                                                                Sunsets
                                                                                  Surfing
                                                                                    swimming
                                                                                      Camels and ponies
                                                                                        Parasailing
                                                                                          How to reach:
                                                                                              By Road: Nagoya Beach is 7 km from Diu. There are many buses connecting different cities of Gujarat.
                                                                                                  By Rail: Delawada station has the closest access to Nagoa Beach. Its length is 9 km.
                                                                                                  By Air: Many domestic airlines fly via Gujarat via Diu.
                                                                                                    Best time to visit and places to stay:
                                                                                                        The months from March to July and from October to January are considered the best time to visit this region.
                                                                                                          A variety of budget friendly and expensive hotels, resorts, hostels and guest houses are available in this area. Diu is a popular tourist destination and offers a variety of options for booking a stay.
                                                                                                            Other attractions:
                                                                                                                Seychelles Museum
                                                                                                                  Kodidhar Beach
                                                                                                                    Diu Kota

                                                                                                                        6. Beaches near Jamnagar:
                                                                                                                          Jamnagar is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state of Gujarat. Home to 42 beaches and islands, Gujarat is a paradise for anyone who loves these beaches. All of them are beauty, calm, serene and peaceful. They are pleasant and beautiful landscapes that you can see.The wonderful birds, cool blue water and vast sands add to the beauty of this area and help create the perfect holiday vibes that you desire.

                                                                                                                              Things to do:
                                                                                                                                  The island is booming
                                                                                                                                    Parasailing
                                                                                                                                      Activities at the beach
                                                                                                                                        Sunsets
                                                                                                                                          How to reach:
                                                                                                                                              By Road: Jamnagar is the only city with all major city bus connections and is 305 km from Ahmedabad.
                                                                                                                                                Rail: Jamnagar railway station connectivity to major stations.
                                                                                                                                                  Airway: It is a connecting airport to all the airports in the country.
                                                                                                                                                    Best time to visit and places to stay:
                                                                                                                                                        Winter is the best time to visit this region. Between October and March, the months are ideal for vacations.
                                                                                                                                                          Due to its prominence in the world of tourism, Jamnagar has a wide range of attractions for visitors of all budgets. You can find excellent hotels and resorts in this area.
                                                                                                                                                            Other attractions:
                                                                                                                                                                Pratap Vilas Palace
                                                                                                                                                                  Ranmal Lake Park
                                                                                                                                                                    Museum
                                                                                                                                                                      Bird Sanctuary

                                                                                                                                                                            7. Kutch Mandvi Beach:
                                                                                                                                                                              Kutch Mandvi Beach is a beautiful and amazing beach in the Kutch region of Gujarat. It is a sanctuary of calm and peace, and if you are looking for a beach that will make you feel relaxed and calm, exploring this beach is a must. It's the perfect spot to spend time having a laid-back vacation because of the pristine blue sea, quiet fishing areas, and fine sand beaches.

                                                                                                                                                                              Actions to take:

                                                                                                                                                                              Meals

                                                                                                                                                                              extended strolls on the beach

                                                                                                                                                                              sundown

                                                                                                                                                                              Ride-on camels

                                                                                                                                                                              How to get to:

                                                                                                                                                                              Road: The travel from Ahmedabad takes almost seven hours. Since Kutch is a district, getting to the shore is possible via all forms of urban communication.

                                                                                                                                                                              Train: With excellent train connections from several locations, the train station is the closest one to Bhuj in Kutch.

                                                                                                                                                                                By Air: Kutch is well-connected to Bhuj Airport.

                                                                                                                                                                              Ideal travel period and accommodations:

                                                                                                                                                                                The ideal time to visit this beach is from November to March every year, with crystal clear water and pleasant weather.
                                                                                                                                                                                  There are various guest houses and hotels to stay in Mandvi. You can reach the beach quickly from their hotel.
                                                                                                                                                                                    Other attractions:
                                                                                                                                                                                        Vijay Vilas Palace
                                                                                                                                                                                          Roha Fort
                                                                                                                                                                                            Kutch Sanctuary
                                                                                                                                                                                              Jain temple
                                                                                                                                                                                                Memorial Museum

                                                                                                                                                                                                      8. Ghogla: Diu Beach:
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Located in Ghoghla village, this beach is a must-see hidden gem. With its calmness and gentle waves and uncrowded presentation, it is a hit for people who want to have an enjoyable time along with some exciting activities. It is a clean beach with greenery and.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Things to do:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Sunset views
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  A long walk or long journey
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Local Gujarati cuisine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Parasailing activities
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        How to reach:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Road: It is 12 minutes from Diu and 8 hours from Ahmedabad.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Train: There are no regular train services to Diu but via Somnath and Veraval station. Nearest stations to Diu with regular connectivity to all major cities of Gujarat.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Air Route: There is regular connectivity between Diu and other airports.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Best time to visit and places to stay:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The summer months are usually a great season to take a trip to the beach.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Diu is a major tourist destination and is home to a number of hotels and resorts that allow you to enjoy relaxation.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Other attractions:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Diu Kota
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                St. Paul's Church
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Caves
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Nagoya Beach

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          9. Somnath Beach:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Somnath Beach in Gujarat is 6 km from Veraval. Although the area is known for its sacred significance, it also offers relaxation to pilgrims who visit the beach every year. Anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing time should visit this place. The clear and bright waters, relatively unpopulated area and clean surface attract many people to visit it.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Things to do:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Local food and drink lovers
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      A long walk or long journey
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Camel riding
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          How to reach:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              By Road: Nearest towns to Somnath are Chorwad and Junagadh. Chorwad is 25 km away while Junagadh is 79 km from Somnath. Apart from GSRTC services private operators also provide regular transport to Somnath.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                By Rail: The nearest railway station to Somnath can be found at Veraval. As it is an interchange, trains run frequently.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Air: Keshod Airport is the only one nearby, but it has regular connectivity to Ahmedabad and Mumbai.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Best time to visit and places to stay:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Winter is the best time to visit this beach. Most of the visitors come here from October to March because of the warm and mild weather.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          A variety of private and government-owned guest hotels and guest houses are available in Somnath, offering the most comfortable stay and convenient options.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Additional draws:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mount Somnath

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Gallery

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Temple Geetha



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            10. Beach Tithal:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            This beach is situated close to the Gujarati town of Valsad on the Arabian Sea coast. This beach is distinct from the others due to its brownish-black sand and crystal-clear blue seas. Many people frequent this well-known beach in Gujarat, which receives a lot of daily visitors. Nonetheless, in order to take in the breathtaking vistas and distinctive landscape, you just must go there. This is one of Gujarat's stunning beaches.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Actions to take:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Athletic pursuits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            a swim

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Sundowns

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            How to get to:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            By Road: The most regular and closest service in the city is Valsad. Tithal Beach is around 6 miles away.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            By Rail: Valsad is the closest station and is connected to all main stations if you wish to travel by train.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            By Air: With direct flights to every airport throughout the nation, Surat is among the most accessible cities by air.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Ideal travel period and accommodations:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Winter is the best season to visit the beach because of the pleasant temperatures. This place is open for visits from October through February.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            You no longer need to consider your lodging options because the beach region is surrounded by a wide range of resorts and motels.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Additional draws:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Temple Swaminarayan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Center Shanti Dhama



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            11. Beaches with white sand

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            White sandy beaches are abundant in Gujarat. Be it Mandvi, Dumas or Okha Madhi beaches, they offer breathtaking scenery and also a peaceful time there. Everyone wants to enjoy a relaxing moment with an unforgettable holiday experience every time and these beaches are a must-see. They provide wonderful moment and enjoyable time. The white sand beaches are worth visiting as well as the top beaches in Gujarat with a unique view on one side and bright blue seas on the other. Many beaches have a stunning green backdrop.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Things to do:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Camel riding
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Sunsets
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            A long walk or long journey
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Parasailing (at certain beaches)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            How to reach:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Road Access: Many beaches are accessible by road. Buses can be hired to go to the city centre.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rail: Okha is the nearest station to both Okhamandi Beach and Mandvi Beach. In the case of Dumas Beach, it is possible to access the Surat Railway Station.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Air: Surat Airport is located near Dumas Beach. OkhaMadhi Beach or Mandvi Beach is the nearest airport easily connected by domestic flights in India to access Jamnagar and Bhuj.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Best time to visit and places to stay:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Winter is the best time to enjoy these beaches. October to March is the peak season for us here.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Beaches in Gujarat are popular all over Gujarat because of the stunning white sand views and many amenities in and around the towns.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Other attractions:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Kutch is one of the most popular places to visit for its white sandy beaches. The fort and museum are great attractions, with easy access to Mandvi and Okha beaches.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            It is possible to visit Dumas Beach, which is close to Surat, local restaurants shopping, Saimandir and food in Surat, which is also a city.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            If you are not from Gujarat, you will be surprised to know that the state of Gujarat has such beautiful and important beaches. If you are looking to plan a vacation and want to visit these beaches, they are must-see destinations for any beach lover. Tell us about your experiences too! We love to hear from our readers!