Kashid Travel Guide: Beaches, Things to Do & Where to Stay

Kashid sits far enough south of Alibaug to be its own destination rather than another Alibaug beach – and the sand tells you that immediately. Where Alibaug's beaches run dark and volcanic, Kashid is light, almost white, with clearer water to match. That single difference is why it keeps coming up as a worthwhile extension for anyone already planning an Alibaug trip.

Quick answer: Roughly 125 km / 3.5–4 hours from Mumbai, or about 30 km / 45 minutes–1 hour from Alibaug town if you're combining the two. Best for beach quality specifically; less developed for heritage sightseeing than Alibaug itself, though Murud-Janjira and the Revdanda/Korlai forts sit within reach.

About Kashid Beach

A roughly 3-kilometre stretch backed by casuarina trees, with notably lighter, cleaner sand than the Alibaug beaches further north. The water is correspondingly clearer, which is the main reason Kashid gets singled out even among a region full of decent beaches. It's a genuine crescent shoreline between two rocky headlands rather than a flat continuous strip, which gives it a slightly different visual character too.

Getting There

From Mumbai: roughly 125 km, typically 3.5–4 hours by road via NH66.

From Alibaug: roughly 30 km, 45 minutes to an hour – straightforward if you're staying in Alibaug and treating Kashid as a day trip or short extension.

From Pune: roughly 170 km – a longer trip, best planned as an overnight rather than a day return.

Things to Do

Water sports (jet skiing, banana boat rides) operate here similarly to Nagaon, though on a smaller scale. Beyond the beach itself, Kashid works well as a base for exploring the wider heritage cluster to its south – Murud-Janjira Fort, Korlai Fort, and Revdanda are all within reach, covered in more depth in our Good Places to Visit Near Kashid Beach guide. Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary is also nearby for anyone wanting a nature-focused stop alongside the beach time.

Where to Stay

Kashid works either as a day trip from an Alibaug base or as its own short leg of a longer trip – the drive is short enough (45 minutes–1 hour) that either approach is reasonable depending on how much time you have. If you're staying rather than day-tripping, browse villas in Kashid directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kashid better than Alibaug's own beaches?

Different rather than better – Kashid wins on sand and water clarity specifically, while Alibaug offers Kolaba Fort and a wider spread of both beaches and stays.

Can I visit Kashid as a day trip from Alibaug?

Yes – the 45 minute–1 hour drive makes it a comfortable day trip if you're already based in Alibaug.

Is Kashid crowded?

Less than Alibaug's own beaches on an average day, though it can get busy on winter weekends given its own popularity.

Plan Your Stay with Privy Stays

Browse villas in Kashid if you're staying rather than day-tripping, or see Alibaug & Nearby Destinations for how Kashid compares to Murud and the Revdanda/Korlai stretch as an extension option.