Varkala Beach to Paradise Beach: Must Visit these 7 beaches this summer

By Nancy Tiwari  |  First Published Apr 25, 2024, 5:31 PM IST

Summers are hot, with blazing sun rays and scorching heat, but visiting beaches in India during the summer offers hypnotic appeal, happiness, a fantasy world. India has a range of exotic, attractive, and nature-bound beaches that provide an escape from the heat.
 

Someone considering a beach vacation in India may think of Goa first. However, many of India's most stunning beaches are located outside the state. The numerous magnificent beaches that dot India's coastline demonstrate that you do not need to plan a foreign travel to enjoy a relaxing beach vacation. If you're searching for a fantastic tropical vacation this summer. 
Here's a comprehensive list of some of the best beach resorts in India to consider before you book your trip. 

1. Varkala Beach: Located in Kerala, this beach boasts golden sand, emerald green ocean water, and a pure blue sky that, at first glance, touches a traveler's heart. It is also named Papanasam Beach. A 2000-year-old Vishnu temple, Janardhanaswamy Temple, can be visited, in addition to exotic resorts, spas, and Ayurvedic therapies.

2. Murud Beach, Mumbai: Murud beach is located in the town of Dapoli, approximately 100 kilometers from Mumbai. Aside from the magnificent palm tree-lined scenery, Murud Beach offers a variety of watersports activities. You can also go into town to try a range of delicious Maharashtrian seafood meals. Visitors to Murud Beach may also have the opportunity to interact with friendly dolphin pods.

3. Radhanagar Beach: Located in the Andaman Islands, this beach features white sand, turquoise waves, and a stretch of lush forest and palm trees that provide the best relaxation. In addition to the magnificent resorts and spas, there are locations to visit such as Neil Island, Venom Bar, and Elephant Beach.

4. Baga Beach: Located in Goa, this beach has white sand, a serene ambiance, gentle waves, and is bordered by green paddy fields. It is one of the best picnic spots. Aside from attractive resorts and calming spas, popular activities include water sports, anjuna markets, and nightclubs.

5. Malpe Beach, Karnataka: Malpe Beach, located only a fifteen-minute drive from Udupi, is relatively unknown (except among locals) and quite secluded. Malpe used to be one of Karnataka's busiest and most wealthy ports. Tourist activities include banana boat rides, jet skiing, parasailing, surfing, and speed boat cruises to St. Mary's Island, one of four rocky islands near Malpe Beach. 

6. Paradise Beach,Pondicherry: Paradise Beach or Plage Paradiso as the French termed it, is located in Chunnambar, a short distance from Pondicherry. This beach is well-known for its clear water and golden sand, which gleams in the summer. Tourists can take ferries from the boathouse to the beach and through the backwaters. These ferry rides, which take around thirty minutes, are popular among bird watchers and photographers from all over the world. 

7. Varca beach, Goa: Varca Beach is situated in the south of Goa, just a ten-minute drive from Benaulim. The beach is over two kilometers long, with pure white sand and black and red lava rocks. This beach is also quite safe.
 

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