This Winter, Warm Up at Sunny Beaches of Alibaug

 Winter is coming. And so is the time for holidays. As the earth completes another revolution around the sun, it is time for its dwellers to leave their chilly origins and head towards the sunny, sandy beaches for some warmth and spend a day or two at the beach resorts near Mumbai and Pune. India is blessed with some of the most stunning beaches and in this blog, we’ll be highlighting some of them from one of the most majestic places in the country, the town of Alibaug.  

 

About the Town 

 

Teeming with remnants of our colonial history, Alibaug is a quaint little coastal town tucked away in the coastal region of the state of Maharashtra. Given its laidback vibe and the many palm trees that dot its beaches, the town has been rechristened as ‘mini-Goa’ and is the next best option for tourists searching for destinations similar to Goa. Stay for a few days at any one of the top ten resorts in Alibaug and you will know why sometimes, Goa loses its tourists to Alibaug. Owing to it being the base of former colonial powers, one will find many forts dotted along the hillocks that face the open sea. The ones that deserve a visit are Kolaba Fort and Murud-Janjira Fort but let’s stick to the beautiful beaches of Alibaug for the moment.  

 

Alibaug Beach 

 

Situated right at the tip of Arabian Sea, Alibaug Beach is a long, sandy stretch of beauty that seems to be made by nature just for relaxation. From the shores of this beach, you can catch panoramic sights of the Kolaba Fort as you lie on its black sand. The sights are even more beautified by the presence of rocks that are dotted around the entire landscape. During low tides, you can easily spot the ruins of a once great fort that stood tall on Alibaug Beach’s shores and you can even reach the location with a short boat ride. If resting is not a part of your itinerary then you can always indulge in water sports that are always available at the beach. The best time to visit the beach is in the morning right before sunrise and in the evening right before sunset. 

 

Kihim Beach 

 

Alibaug owes its popularity to the many white sand beach resorts it is famous for and if there is one place that boasts of the best resorts, it is Kihim. With pollution-free air and dense coconut trees that line its shores, Kihim Beach is located just 12 kms from the main town of Alibaug. When chilling, take a closer look at the sand and you will find shells of distinct types scattered all over its golden surface. A little trek to the mangroves behind the beach and you will find wildflowers that will make for beautiful phone wallpapers. Kihim is also home to some of the most wonderful migratory birds that arrive between November – February. For couples looking for a romantic time, you can never go wrong with Kihim with its many shacks hosting candlelight dinners accompanied by delectable seafood. Not just couples, but even families can expect a great time here with several top family resorts of Alibaug in its vicinity.  
 
With winter almost here, it is time you start packing your bags but leave the warm clothes behind and pack your swimsuits instead. These tempting beaches in Alibaug will make you want to take a dip in its waters, no matter how chilly the weather and you can thank us later for this very important advice.