Best Beaches in India

1. Varkala 

Stunningly beautiful Varkala shoreline gives a generally quiet other option to the now marketed Kovalam. The setting of this shoreline is sufficiently striking to blowyour mind, with a long twisting stretch of precipice and perspectives that reach out finished the Arabian Sea. A cleared trail keeps running along the length of the precipice, circumscribed by coconut palms, interesting shops, shoreline shacks, inns, and visitor houses. Settled at the base of the precipice is a significant lot of shimmering shoreline, came to by steps driving down from the bluff best. 

Area: Varkala is found south of Kollam, around one hour north of Trivandrum(Thiruvananthapuram), in India's southern province of Kerala. 

Arriving : Varkala bluff and shoreline are found a 10 minute head out from Varkala town and railroad station. Right around 20 Indian Railways trains stop at the station. In the case of traveling via prepare, take an auto rickshaw from the stationfor around 100 rupees. On the other hand, there are air terminals at Trivandrum (a hour south of Varkala) and Kochi (around 4 hours north of Varkala). 

Climate : Varkala's atmosphere is extremely tropical and damp. It gets rain from both the southwest and upper east storm, which create strongly substantial deluges. The rain is best case scenario from June to August, and late October to December. Late December to March are the greatest months to visit, when the climate is dry and bright consistently, and the temperature drifts around 30 degrees Celcius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). The late spring a long time of April and May turn out to be extremely sticky and hot, with temperatures around 35 degrees Celcius (95 degrees Fahrenheit). 

What to Do:  Varkala is a brilliant place to unwind and revive. It's outstanding for its emotional nightfalls. Subside into one of the shoreline shacks with a drink, and you'll have a continuous perspective of the sun as it gradually sinks down the skyline. The mineral spring that streams from the bluff at the southern end of the shoreline is accepted to have restorative properties. You'll additionally discover a lot of spots gaining practical experience in yoga and Ayurvedic treatments. Yogawith Haridas classes are mainstream at the Green Palace Hotel on the precipice (read audits here). Outright Ayurveda is prescribed for Ayurvedic medications (read surveys here), as too are Sanjeevani Ayurveda and Yoga Center (read audits here) and Ayushi Ayurvedic Retreat (read surveys here). Reflection and craftsmanship/inventive workshops are likewise offered every now and then. Shop 'til you drop at the unlimited columns of shacks covering the North Cliff, stocking everything from gems to crafted works. On the other hand, get surfing lessons at Soul and Surf. They offer facilities also. Around Varkala, it's conceivable to take a kayak trip along the backwaters, or walk 1.5 hours north to abandoned Kappil shoreline along an oceanfront promenade. 

Shorelines :Varkala's primary shoreline is called Papanasam Beach, which implies destroyer of sins. It's separated into two sections - North Cliff and South Cliff. South Cliff is less swarmed and substantially calmer than North Cliff. The shoreline toward the finish of the street driving from Janardhana Swamy Temple is viewed as consecrated to Hindus. It's the place they come to play out the last customs after close relatives have kicked the bucket. North Cliff is the most touristy piece of the shoreline, situated past the mineral spring. The pathway that keeps running along this stretch is the place a large portion of the shops, eateries, and facilities are arranged. Further toward the north, where the precipice closes past Papanasam Beach, is another little shoreline with dark sand (warmly called the Black Beach). Simply further north of Black Beach, calm Odayam Beach is simply beginning to be found and created. Head there on the off chance that you need peace and calm far from the activity. From that point you can walk facilitate north up a waterfront way to Edava Beach. 

Where to Stay : Varkala has copious housing to suit all value ranges, from resorts to straightforward rooms in family homes. On calmer Odayam Beach around 10 minutes stroll from the bluff, in the event that you crave going overboard, Palm Tree Heritage has top quality rooms from 4,000-9,000 rupees. In a similar region, Palm Tree Bungalow, Blue Water Beach Resort, and Maadathil Cottages all have exquisite (however expensive) cabins with sea sees. Magnolia Guesthouse is a spending alternative in the territory, with rooms beginning from around 2,000 rupees for every night. They offer two room cabins and a three room condo as well. Additionally look at Mint Inside Beach Hotel, in a similar value extend. You'll locate some good, reasonable spots set once more from the bluff. Alluring Kaiya House is a boutique lodging keep running by a flawless outsider Indian a couple group. Hope to pay around 2,000 rupees per night. Akhil Beach Resort has a swimming pool, brilliant garden, and spaces for under 2,000 rupees for each night. Keratheeram Beach Resort is a profoundly appraised spending alternative, with rooms beginning from around 1,000 rupees every night, contingent upon the season. Jicky's Nest, in the Helipad territory, offers agreeable nitty gritty housing from around 900 rupees for every night. In case you're truly on a financial plan, attempt Vedanta Wake Up! inn. On the off chance that you need to remain appropriate on the precipice, Varkala Marine Palace is great esteem, with rooms, houses and flats beginning from 1,800 rupees for each night. Slope View Beach Resort is strategically placed near the means that lead down to the shoreline, by Cafe Del Mar. Rates begin from around 2,500 rupees for each night. For perfect and tranquil homestay facilities, make a beeline for Gumnut Beach House close to the shoreline at South Cliff, or Indigo Homestay behind the North Cliff. 

Nightlife and Parties : The nightlife in Varkala is very laid back. Some shoreline shacks, for example, Rock n Roll, do host gatherings and play music late into the night. Anyway the gathering scene is confined by protestations from adjacent inns about the clamor, and furthermore the preclusion of liquor. As Varkala is a heavenly town, none of the shoreline shacks are authorized to serve liquor, despite the fact that this doesn't prevent them from doing as such subsequent to paying sufficient pay to the nearby police. Other nightlife incorporates conventional Kathakali move exhibitions in the nighttimes. 

Perils and Annoyances : Varkala has experienced a sensational measure of development in only couple of years to be changed from languid town into looked for after shoreline goal. This has significantly affected local people. Females should take specific care around nearby men, as occurrences of inebriation and grabbing are normal. Numerous outside ladies additionally wind up being enchanted by the staff from the shoreline shacks, who more often than not wind up needing cash or are hitched. Asking and selling are getting to be issues also. Additionally bring a spotlight as power cuts are common. At the shoreline, swimmers ought to know about solid streams and not swim out too far. 

Travel Tips : Something essential to remember is the fascinating tide design at Varkala. This sees Papanasam Beach totally submerged in the sea amid the rainstorm season, while the Black Beach is open. After the rainstorm, this pattern inverts with the Black Beach getting to be immersed in water and Papanasam Beach open. In this way, if the shoreline is critical to you, amid the rainstorm season it's best to remain at the northern end of North Cliff close Black Beach. In crest season, the southern end of North Cliff gives the least demanding access to Papanasam Beach as the stairs driving down the precipice are situated there. It's less expensive to remain around South Cliff and the shoreline there. Be that as it may, the North Cliff isn't promptly open from this zone (which suits individuals who need to maintain a strategic distance from the group!). This finish of Papanasam Beachlikewise stays disengaged from the visitor part of the shoreline until the point when the storm completely withdraws and the shoreline totally opens up. In this way on the off chance that you need to go up to the precipice from that point, it's important to take an auto rickshaw.

2. Gokarna

Gokarna is a small and remote holy town, with four of India's most secluded and pristine beaches nestled nearby. It draws both pious pilgrims and hedonistic holidaymakers with equal enthusiasm. Travel to Gokarna to get a feel for what Goawas like in its heyday, although time is limited as developers are already seeing the potential of this area and commercialization is setting in.
Location: Gokarna is located in the state of Karnataka, an hour south of the Goa border. It's around 450 kilometers (280 miles) from Bangalore, the state capital.
Getting There: The nearest airport is Dabolim, in Goa. From there it's a four hourdrive south to Gorkana. Alternatively, trains on the Konkan railway stop at Gokarna Road station, 15 minutes from town, as well as Kumta and Ankola stations, both around 25 kilometers (16 miles) from Gokarna. Gokarna is also well connected by bus from major cities such as Madgaon in Goa, and Mangalore and Bangalore in Karnataka.
Climate and Weather: Gokarna experiences the southwest monsoon from June to August, following which the weather becomes dry and sunny. The best time to visit Gokarna is from October until March, when the weather is warm and pleasant with temperatures averaging 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit). April and May are hot summer months, and the temperature easily reaches 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) then.It becomes very humid too.

What to Do: Gokarna's main attraction is its beaches, where people come to chilland soak up the sun for months at a time. As Gokarna is one of the most sacred holy towns for Hindus in south India, there are also some important temples to see. Unfortunately, they're off limits to non-Hindus but you can grab a glimpse inside.
The Mahabaleshwar Temple houses a huge lingam (symbol) of Lord Shiva. Make sure you check out the huge chariots near the Ganpati Temple, which carry a Shiva idol through the streets while people throw bananas at it for good luck during the Shivaratri Festival in February or early March.
In addition, it's possible to learn yoga (most classes are held on Kudle Beach), surf, and participate in water sports. Read More: 9 Top Places to Surf and Get Lessons in India.
Beaches : Gokarna town has its own (rather unclean) beach that's popular with pilgrims. However, the beaches that are of most interest to tourists are located one after another, a short distance away to the south. There are four of them — Kudle Beach, Om Beach, Halfmoon Beach, and Paradise Beach (in that order). Each has its own appeal. Om Beach is the most happening beach, and is the only one that's reachable by car or rickshaw.  However, this means that it attracts plenty of rowdy domestic tourists and locals, particularly on weekends, and unfortunately the men don't always behave themselves.
Therefore, laid-back Kudle Beach is a preferable alternative for those who want to be around other travelers. This beach is situated in between Gokarna and Om beaches, and can be reached in 20 minutes from Om beach or by a short downhill walk from drop-off points.
The other much smaller beaches — Halfmoon and Paradise — are to the south of Om beach. They're a scenic 30 minute hike away from each other through the hills and over rocks, or a short boat ride away. Paradise Beach, the last beach, isn't much more than a tiny protected cove that's a patch of hippie paradise.

Where to Stay : Gokarna town has plenty of hotels but they are characterless places. Instead, opt for a homestay such as Hari Priya Residency.
Better still, find yourself a hut on the beach. Decent ones are longer super cheap though, as many establishments have upgraded to concrete structures with attached bathrooms. Prices skyrocket from December to February, when demand is high, although it's much less costly than Goa!  Om and Kudle beaches both have some permanent accommodations, while places only open on Paradise and Halfmoon beaches during the tourist season from November to March.
If you want to book in advance, try pocket-friendly Paradise Holiday Cottages or Kudle Oceanfront Resort on Kudle Beach.
Nirvana Guest House is the best place to stay on Om Beach. Namaste Cafe is also popular. Beach accommodation can be difficult to come by in the peak months of December and January though. Many people are just happy with a hammock! If that idea doesn't appeal to you, make sure you turn up before noon to grab a room as people are checking out.
There are a few luxury resorts on the hillside, such as Om Beach Resort, SwaSwara, and Kudle Beach View Resort & Spa to cater for those who prefer their comforts. Om Beach Resort has a traditional Ayurvedic center, while Swaswara focuses on yoga and meditation.
For something different, check out Namaste Yoga Farm in the hills above Kudle Beach. Alternatively, backpackers will be pleased to know that a Zostel hostel opened up in early 2016. It sits on a hilltop halfway between Gokarna town and Kudle Beach, and the beach view is rather spectacular. It's an arty place with dorms, private wooden cottages, a common room, and a yummy restaurant.

Parties and Nightlife: Bonfires, singing, guitars, and drums are familiar parts of Gokarna's nightlife. The party scene in holy Gokarna is kept in check by strict policing, although some beach parties do happen during the peak season. Officially, alcohol is banned because of the town's religious significance but you won't have a problem getting a cold beer on the beach.
Dangers and Annoyances:
Police corruption has become a significant issue in recent years. After you arrive, your auto-rickshaw or taxi may take you to a police checkpoint, where your luggage will be searched for drugs (this includes prescription drugs) and hefty bribes extorted for possession. Also, do be aware that police are known to visit guest rooms and extort bribes from those found to be in possession of narcotics. Care should be taken when walking between the beaches at night in the dark, and it's best not to go alone. Swimming can also be dangerous as some areas have strong currents.