Rishikonda Beach

About Rishikonda Beach

Far From City: 21 kms from city center
Cost: About Rishikonda Beach Weather: Time Required:1-2 hrs Open Time:Sunrise to Sunset Cost:No entry fee

Water Sports at Rishikonda Beach The beach is a paradise for water sports lovers, and this destination has a wide array of water sports to offer. You can invoke your inner mermaid and go for a soothing swim in the Bay of Bengal, or indulge in some enjoyable old boating. You can also try your hand at water surfing, speed boating on a motorboat and jet skiing, all of which are fun-filled and thrilling activities. The beach is also considered to be a haven for windsurfers too. Other activities offered here Scuba diving, Snorkel and Sea Kayak. Things To Do at Rishikonda Beach The Rushikonda Beach is one of the few beaches that boasts of unpolluted and natural beauty, and hence tourists prefer to visit this beach over others to enjoy a peaceful day with their loved ones. The greenery, clear blue waters and golden sands of the beach never fail to attract tourists from all across the country. Sports lovers can indulge in the myriad of sports that are offered here, while food lovers can gorge on the lip-smacking food that is served here. Do not forget to sip on to the fresh coconut water and bhuutas (corn) that are easily found here. The beach also has an enclosure or an artificial bay that has been created by a breakwater, to be used for recreational swimming. You can also ride ropeway to the Kailashgiri hilltop and then enjoy a toy train ride to view the beautiful city of Vizag. The Submarine museum located nearby is a bonus. The Rishikonda Beach also houses the Iskcon Temple, where tourists go to pray and seek the blessings of the Almighty. Holi Celebrations at Rishikonda Beach Holi, the festival of colours, is celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Rushikonda Beach. On the day the festival is celebrated, the beach gets altered to a hue of exciting colours, and people celebrate with splashing colour and water on each other.

How to Reach Rishikonda Beach The Rishikonda Beach is just 8 kilometres away from the port of Vishakhapatnam and can be readily accessed by autos. Since it is a popular tourist destination, local transport such as buses and cabs are also readily available. You can easily hire Ola or Uber from the city to reach the beach. Similarly, it is very easy to get a cab or an auto rickshaw on your way back.

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Tips 1. Since the ATMs that are located near the beach do not work most of the times, carry enough cash with you.2. Try not to visit after 8:00 PM since all the shops close down and the visitors retreat, leaving the beach deserted.3. It is best to carry some food and water along with a sun umbrella to this beach.4. There is no proper bathing facility provided at the beach.