KIHIM BEACH
AT
RAIGAD
Kihim beach is a
famous tourist destination near Alibaug, and offers a complete break from urban
pressures. Spend time at this long and wide beach and let the sight of an ocean
and the soft rhythm of the waves lapping at the shore soothe your nerves
At just 100 kilometres from Mumbai,
the most favoured aspect of Kihim is its easy accessibility. It can be reached
by ferry or catamaran and by road. Boat services are available from 6 am to 7
pm from September to May from the Gateway of India to Mandwa Port.
It takes
about an hour to reach the port and operators extend free shuttle bus service
from Mandwa Jetty to Alibaug and vice versa. Kihim is the closest beach from
Mandwa and visitors can alight at Chondi and walk 3 kilometres to the beach.
Also, state transport (ST) bus services are available from Mumbai, Pune and
from most cities of Maharashtra to Alibaug. Auto rickshaws are also available
from Alibaug to Kihim.
The waters at Kihim are as inviting
but those venturing to swim have to take caution of the rocks strewn across the
ocean stretch. The most breath-taking sight here is of the sunset with the
Kanderi and Underi forts looming in the horizon.
Kihim also offers is a peek
into a rustic lifestyle along with a variety of seafood and typically Konkani cuisine.
A good way to relax completely is to stay in a resort that faces the beach and
absorb the sight of colourful boats venturing out into the sea early morning
for a daily catch of fish.
Distance from
Mumbai: 100 kms
How to Reach:
Kihim is accessible by all modes of transport.
Kihim is accessible by all modes of transport.
By Air:
The nearest airport is at Mumbai.
The nearest airport is at Mumbai.
By Rail:
The nearest railheads are Roha and Pen (35 kms) on the Konkan Railway.
The nearest railheads are Roha and Pen (35 kms) on the Konkan Railway.
By Road:
Mumbai-Kihim (via Alibaug) is 120 kms. State transport buses ply upto Chondhi which is about 2 kms from Kihim. From there rikshaws are available.
Mumbai-Kihim (via Alibaug) is 120 kms. State transport buses ply upto Chondhi which is about 2 kms from Kihim. From there rikshaws are available.
By Water :
Catamarans are available from Gateway of India upto Mandwa port. Shuttle buses take you upto Chondhi, the fare of which is included in the catamaran service.
Catamarans are available from Gateway of India upto Mandwa port. Shuttle buses take you upto Chondhi, the fare of which is included in the catamaran service.
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