Spectacular Beaches of Gujarat

Gujarat is blessed with some of the finest beaches of India popular for its clear blue water, swaying palm trees and a pleasant climate. Gujarat also boasts of  the longest coastline of India, with a stretch of the 1600-kms. The coastal area is also popular for Portuguese forts, shore temples, port cities and beach resorts.

Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach
	A great spot for a family holiday and one of the finest beaches on the Gujarat shoreline is Ahmedpur Mandvi beach. Lovely blue waters, lots of birdlife, sandy beaches and colourful fishing hamlets offers exciting options for enjoyment to the tourists. The white and firm beach is ideal for walks, and the water perfect for swimming.  this is . A variety of water sports like Water scooters, Skiing, Surfing, Para sailing, Speed boat trips can be undertaken. Ahmedpur Mandvi is at the border of the Union Territory Diu
Beyt Dwarka Beach
	Hidden amidst the refineries and temples of Jamnagar, the Beyt Dwarka Beach offers a sandy treasure to the seekers of nature!The Beyt Dwarka beach offers a much needed respite from the holiday crowds on account of it being a secluded beach, letting you relax with pure silence for company. It offers some of the best marine life with coral reefs to explore!
Porbandar Beach
	Sandwiched between Veraval and Dwarka the beautiful Porbandar beach is located on the Southeast coast of Gujarat. An ancient seaport adds to the glory of the lovely Porbandar beach, apart from Porbandar being the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhiji. A walk along the Porbandar beach refreshes your mind, body and soul. Watch the flamingos and other shore birds going about their daily activities in a playful manner, gaze at the vast panorama from the hills located nearby.
Chorwad Beach
	Sandwiched between Veraval and Dwarka the beautiful Porbandar beach is located on the Southeast coast of Gujarat. An ancient seaport adds to the glory of the lovely Porbandar beach, apart from Porbandar being the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhiji. A walk along the Porbandar beach refreshes your mind, body and soul. Watch the flamingos and other shore birds going about their daily activities in a playful manner, gaze at the vast panorama from the hills located nearby.
Diu Beach
	The exquisitely beautiful island of Diu with its pristine beaches, golden sands, soft breeze, dense palm groves and lush coconut trees is a major tourist attraction of Gujarat. Untouched by commercialization and located in a secluded atmosphere, they are perfect places for swimming, sun-bathing and enjoying various water-sports. Visit the magnificent Diu Fort.
Veraval beach
	Somnath & Veraval Beach in Gujrat is one of the most favoured beach destinations in India. The Beach of Somnath & Veraval is unshaded but lovely, one can enjoy cool, fresh coconuts, camel rides and splash of the waves as one walk along the shore. The most catching sight of Veraval is the fishing port, where thousands of trawlers, courtry crafts and dhows can be seen unloading their catch. The Veraval beach Gujarat is an ideal place to lay your back, with benches and a jogging path. It is also a popular place for strolls and swimming in the morning.
Kutch-Mandvi
	It is located around 52 km from Bhuj is another finest beach in Gujarat. It is located in Mandvi, a historic port town of the Maharao's of Kutch. Mandvi beach has lovely blue waters, lots of birds, sandy beaches and colourful fishing points. Next to the beach are the docks where wooden ships are built.
Gopnath beach
	It is situated 275 kms from Ahmedabad and 75 kms from Bhavnagar. The Gopnath beach has lovely, firm, sands for walking and shallow shore waters for wading, but the high tidal difference of the coast, makes the water murky and not very inviting for a long swim