Alibaug beaches and Kolaba fort
- Beach
- Raigad
Beaches close to Mumbai and a sea fort near the shore
Plan your visitThings to see in Konkan
Beaches, sea forts, temples, dolphin trips, fishing ports and some of India's best coastal food. Here is what to see along the Konkan coast, by type and by district.
The short answer
Konkan is best known for its beaches, sea forts such as Murud-Janjira and Sindhudurg, coastal temples at Harihareshwar and Ganpatipule, dolphin-watching near Dapoli, and Malvani food. Pick a district first, because the coast is about 720 km long.
Top things to see in Konkan
Filter by type and district. Each card links to the page for that area, where you can also find places to stay.
Kashid beach
- Beach
- Raigad
A long stretch of pale sand
Plan your visitMurud-Janjira fort
- Fort
- Raigad
A sea fort reached by boat
Plan your visitDiveagar beach and Ganesh temple
- Beach
- Raigad
A long, open beach and a well-known temple
Plan your visitShrivardhan beach
- Beach
- Raigad
A quieter beach with Peshwa connections
Plan your visitHarihareshwar temple and parikrama
- Temple
- Raigad
A Shiva temple and a scenic hill circuit
Plan your visitDolphin-watching near Dapoli
- Nature
- Ratnagiri
Boat trips from the Murud and Harnai coast
Plan your visitSuvarnadurg fort and Harnai port
- Fort
- Ratnagiri
A sea fort and a busy fishing port
Plan your visitAnjarle Ganesh temple
- Temple
- Ratnagiri
A quiet village temple on the coast
Plan your visitGanpatipule temple and beach
- Temple
- Ratnagiri
A temple beside the sea
Plan your visitAare Ware coastal road
- Nature
- Ratnagiri
A scenic stretch of road above the sea
Plan your visitSindhudurg fort
- Fort
- Sindhudurg
A sea fort off Malvan
Plan your visitTarkarli beach and water sports
- Beach
- Sindhudurg
Clear water, snorkelling and scuba in season
Plan your visitMalvani food in Malvan
- Food and culture
- Sindhudurg
Fish thali, sol kadhi and local snacks
Plan your visitVengurla and Nivti beaches
- Beach
- Sindhudurg
Quiet beaches near the Goa border
Plan your visitFarm and village stays
- Food and culture
- Ratnagiri
Orchard walks and home cooking around Dapoli
Plan your visitWhat to see in each district
Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg
The Maharashtra Konkan coast is divided into three main districts from north to south. Each has a different character.
| District | Highlights | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Raigad (north) | Alibaug, Kashid, Murud-Janjira, Diveagar, Shrivardhan, Harihareshwar | Closest to Mumbai; the widest choice of stays |
| Ratnagiri (middle) | Dapoli, Harnai, Anjarle, Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri | Quieter coast with forts, temples and farms |
| Sindhudurg (south) | Malvan, Tarkarli, Sindhudurg fort, Vengurla | Water sports, Malvani food and the Goa border |
What to see by interest
Beaches
From the long open beach at Diveagar and the quiet shore at Shrivardhan to the clear water at Tarkarli. Compare them in best beach hotels in Konkan.
Forts
Konkan has a strong tradition of sea forts. Well-known examples include Murud-Janjira in Raigad, Suvarnadurg near Harnai and Sindhudurg off Malvan. Many are reached by boat, so check timings and sea conditions.
Temples
The coast has many temples with sea views, including Harihareshwar, Ganpatipule and the Ganesh temples at Diveagar and Anjarle. Dress modestly and check visiting hours.
Wildlife and nature
Dolphin-watching trips run from the Dapoli and Murud-Harnai coast in season, and inland areas such as the hills around Amboli are popular in the monsoon. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Food and village life
Fish thali, sol kadhi and Malvani snacks, plus farm and homestay visits. See Malvani and Konkani food and homestays and agro-tourism.
When to go
October to February is the best time for most sights: dry weather, calm seas and boat trips running. March to May is hot. June to September is monsoon, when many boat trips and water activities stop, although inland hills and waterfalls are at their greenest.
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BestHot, still fineMonsoon
Turning a list into a trip
Konkan is spread out, so trying to see everything in one trip means long drives. A good rule is to choose one area, base yourself there for two or three nights and add a day trip.
Plan the trip
- Best places to visitWhich destinations to choose
- How to plan a Konkan trip3, 5 and 7-day itineraries
- Distance from MumbaiBy road, by destination
- Weekend getawaysFrom Mumbai and Pune
- Best hotels in KonkanWhere to stay
Things to see in Konkan: questions
What is there to see in Konkan?
Konkan offers beaches, sea forts such as Murud-Janjira and Sindhudurg, coastal temples at Harihareshwar and Ganpatipule, dolphin-watching near Dapoli, fishing ports, farms and Malvani food. See best places to visit.
Which is the best fort to see in Konkan?
Murud-Janjira in Raigad and Sindhudurg off Malvan are among the best known. Many forts are reached by boat, so check timings and sea conditions. See Tarkarli and Malvan.
How many days do I need to see Konkan?
The coast is about 720 km long, so choose one area for a two-to-three-day trip. Seeing the whole coast takes a week or more. See how to plan a Konkan trip.
What can I see in Konkan during monsoon?
The countryside, hills and waterfalls are at their greenest, but boat trips and many water activities stop and beaches are rough. Check conditions before you go. See is Konkan open for tourism.
What should I eat in Konkan?
Try Malvani fish thali, sol kadhi, bhakri and seasonal local dishes. Many homestays serve home-cooked meals. See Malvani and Konkani food.
Where should I stay to see the most?
Choose a base in one area and add day trips. Compare areas on our best hotels in Konkan page.
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