5 Must-Visit Beaches in Gujarat

The first Gujarat beach name on our list will take you to Bhuj, where you will be mesmerised by the views created by the contrasting golden sand and green sea. The beach is as serene as it is beautiful. So if you want a relaxed, lazy beach day, this can very much be the perfect spot for you. In case you have something opposite in mind, like say a fun and activity-filled day at the beach, you will get that too! Thanks to the mind-blowing water sports like parasailing, banana boat ride and water scooty rides organized here. Zorbing, quad biking and dirt biking as well as camel rides and horse rides are also available here. If that doesn’t match your preferences, just opt for camping!

If you have some time left in your hand after indulging in all the fun activities at the beach, we will suggest a little sightseeing. Vijay Vilas Palace, Shyamji Krishna Varma Memorial, Mandvi Ship Building Yard and Sheetal Parshwa Jinalay are the must-visit spots. We guess we have covered the why to visit the beach part. Now here’s how to visit this beach. You can land at the Bhuj airport or get down at the Okha Railway Station and then reach the beach. You can also easily access the beach via roadways from the neighboring cities of Bhuj.

Amazing views, fascinating marine life and deep religious value are a few of the major attractions that await you at Dwarka Beach! The azure sea becomes one with the azure sky and makes for a beautiful sight. Amid such beauty, you will also get the chance to see octopus, sea turtles, urchins, dolphins, jelly and fishes. For devotees, however, the major attraction remains Dwarkadheesh temple. When you come to the beach, make sure to visit the temple as well for some moments spent in the religious world. Another must-see attraction is the Dwarka Lighthouse which resides in close proximity to the beach.

Wondering if there is any scope of adventure? Yes, there is, in the form of scuba diving! You can also go for a swim. But before you decide on what activities you want to add to your trip here, you must know how you can reach the beach. Take a train to the Dwarka station or land at Jamnagar airport. Then, auto, taxi and bus will be available for further travels.

From Dwarka to Diu in search of the next beach on our list, Ghogla Beach. This golden sand beach is easily accessible from the Mangalore airport and Rajkot airport as well as Kasarkod railway station. Select your preferred mode of travelling, reach the beach and you will be welcomed by a clean, well-maintained, and breathtaking stretch of golden sand. Since this beach is placed at a distance from the town and is still unexplored, you will also get a tranquil environment to enjoy your time.

You can come to this near Gujarat beach with your family or better half for a relaxing time. You can also add some dose of adventure to your visit. How? By opting for parasailing, banana boat rides or surfing organized on the beach. Just a piece of advice here. Don’t visit the beach after dark because there is not much lighting here.

Oh, how beautiful the views are at Porbandar Beach! And the views are enough to make you a fan. Take our words on this and board a flight to Porbandar right away, the beach will not disappoint you. You will get the perfect opportunity here to enjoy a relaxing getaway. If you visit the beach during the early morning or evening, you will see a lot of people here. Because this is a favourite of the locals for morning and evening walks. So, if you want to avoid the crowd, plan your visit accordingly.

Here’s another suggestion for your trip. Come here with some time on your hand so that you can indulge in some sightseeing after a fun day at the beach. And remember, a visit to the famous Huzur Palace is a must!

We all know that the rich history of Gujarat is well-reflected in its tourist places. The Dandi Beach is no exception. The historical value associated with Dandi (it being the witness of Mahatma Gandhi’s salt satyagraha) combines with the pristine views and makes this beach one of the most beautiful and popular beaches of the state. You can spend your day here relaxing, taking lazy strolls or sunbathing on the beach. It will be a perfectly peaceful trip.

For the adventure-loving souls, the beach has wonderful opportunities for jet skiing and paragliding. You can also go scuba diving or opt for a banana boat ride, whatever you prefer. We say, board a flight to Surat today and take full advantage of that opportunity when you visit this beach.

If you ask us we will say visit all these beaches. But with any of these 5 beaches on your travel guide to Gujarat, you will be in for a perfect beach holiday.