Kashid Tourism

"Sandy Beaches With Whispering Casuarinas" Kashid Tourism A Beach town, popular for its white sand and blue seas situated in Konkan region of Maharashtra, Kashid is the perfect destination for a quiet weekend getaway from Mumbai. A soothing and calm place in nature's lap, Kashid is mildly enchanting with its quiet environment and picturesque location. This beach town is known also for its majestic mountains and whispering Casuarinas. A delightful place for those seeking a serene environment, Kashid is has a calm shore that stretches to a vast extent and presents with a spellbound appearance. Kashid's spotless water and clean beach makes it one of the most beautiful spots in the nearby areas. A drive through the area in itself is a great experience. Chaul, which lies near Kashid, has many Buddhist caves that are of public interest, and also famous churches and temples. TheKorlai Fortis another beautiful attraction here. Download Kashid PDF Guide > What's Great? Less crowded beach. Close to Mumbai and other cities like Alibag and Panvel. Pleasant weather throughout the year. More affordable as compared to other beach destinations of India. What's not so Great? Not as happening and lively as Goa's beaches. Limited cafes and restaurants. No beach parties are held. For Whom Kashid is for those people who want to have fun on a beach but at affordable rates. If you like being away from the crowd, then you'd love Kashid. It is the perfect place for the surfers.

Stargazing in Kashid A night spent under the stars is the main attraction at Kashid. What with the beaches being beautiful, and the sky is clean and pollution free, Kashid happens to be the perfect place for stargazing. Kashid also has packages which include a stargazing experience. If you happen to have some fancy equipment, head out to this beautiful, secluded town, and explore the numerous constellations that are visible, in the clean environment of Kashid. Watersports in Kashid If you are looking for a break from just idling around the beaches at Kashid, just try the enthralling array of water sports lined up at the beaches. One can try a number of sports like Kayaking, Parasailing, Snorkeling, Banana Ride, Jet Skis, etcetera. Since Kashid happens to be a relatively less populated place, the water sports are priced at much more reasonable rates than its contemporary tourist hot spots. For instance, a banana ride can be done in around INR 200 - INR 300. A speedboat can be hired at a price of INR 500, while a jet ski can be hired at a price of INR 800. Parasailing, however, remains on the higher side of the rates, which can cost up to INR 1200 - INR 1500. A number of tour operators throng along this place. Camping in Kashid Kashid, happens to be a favorite camping spot for people who want easy access from Mumbai. A number of camping groups are there for people who might be hesitant to camp out alone. Camping, and Kashid beaches happen to be a marriage made in heaven, what with the beautiful white sand, the numerous stars that fill up the sky, and the lush green scenery. A camping experience often includes the process of setting up your own tents in a group, relaxing in and around the beaches, beach games, bonfire, and a nice barbeque-dinner. The camping groups that operate, usually charge between INR 1800 to INR 2000 for one person.

Itinerary Day 1-Reach Kashid and check in to your hotel. Go to Kashid Beach and enjoy the peaceful beachy ambience of Kashid. Day 2-Get ready for some sightseeing. Go to Phansad Bird Century and marvel at the variety of beautiful birds. Spend some time shopping at the local market.  Day 3-Explore nearby places. Go to the beautiful Korlai Fort which is 11 km away from Kashid. Then move further away and reach Murud Janjira Fort which is 14 km away from the city.

Restaurants and Local Food in Kashid You can have a picture-perfect breakfasts, lunches and dinners here with a number of eating options available along the beach. A number of joints will offer several popular and typical Indian cuisines. However what stands out here, is the Konkan Influence on the food of this beach town. Kombadi-Wade, Sol-Kadhi, Jackfruit bhajji, Ambole, Kelphoola-chi bhajji and Kurkuronbombeelwhich is a crispy and fried preparation of Bombay duck are some of the delicacies available here. Other than this find the seasonal and zesty preparations of bananas, mangoes and coconuts. For a dash of sweetness try the popular Maharashtrian sweetModak. Recently, a lot of small, cheap but absolutely delicious shacks have opened up on the north end of the beach - they serve excellent Konkani chicken/mutton/seafood. A lot of homestays dotted along the beachline also serve simple and tasty homemade food. Do remember that you wouldn't find any bars next to the beach - the only place where you can buy liquor is a small shop around 4 km south of Kashid (towards Murud). You might find the shop closed because of the Highway Liquor Ban.None of the restaurants next the beach serves alcohol, although a few might allow you to carry your own and drink while eating. View 2 Restaurants in Kashid >>

October - Marchis the best time to visit Kashid The beach town of Kashid has a good temperature throughout the year. However, it gets pretty hot during the day in the summer months although evenings are mostly pleasant and windy. The best time to visit is during the winter months (Oct - Feb) - the weather is pleasant throughout the day, and you can comfortably take a dip in the ocean. During the monsoon season, it becomes difficult to enjoy at the beach due to the slippery ground. However, the scenery is extremely green and breathtaking, and the views of monsoon clouds over the sea are quite dramatic. Weather in Kashid Loading... Kashid in Summer (March - June) During the summers, the temperature of Kashid rises as high as 30 degrees Celsius. It gets really hot and humid during the day, but the evenings are still quite pleasant due to the gentle sea breeze. Good time for water-sports here, since the beach is less crowded and hence the rates are lesser. The summer season stretches from March to June. The summers see a lot of tourists at the Kashid beach. Do remember to pack enough sunscreen if you are visiting during the summer - although you will most likely still return with a good tan.  Kashid in Monsoon (July - August) The monsoon season at Kashid begins from July and goes on until August. The temperature varies from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. Due to rainfall, it begins impossible to enjoy at the beach. Due to the slippery ground, the chance of getting wounded enhances. Moreover, bathing on the beach in rain can increase the possibility of getting sick. Kashid in Winter (October - February) The weather in Kashid is pleasant during the winters. The weather is really nice if you want to explore different parts of Kashid. The weather gets a little chilly during late evenings or night, so pack a jacket for sure, but during the day the temperature is warm enough that you can spend time lazing in the water. The sun is hot but not very uncomfortable - and you can sit by the shades of the trees during the afternoon. Monthly Weather in Kashid Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 18 31 February 20 33 March 21 33 April 24 34 May 27 34 June 26 33 July 25 29 August 25 29 September 24 29 October 23 32 November 19 34 December 19 33