Kashid Beach Camping
Kashid, Murud taluka, Raigad district
If you are looking for a proper beach camping weekend from Mumbai or Pune, Kashid is a great choice. The beach in Murud taluka has some of the cleanest white sand on the Maharashtra coast, with camps set back under the casuarina trees. Days fill up with swimming, banana boats and jet skis, and evenings settle into bonfires with the surf a few steps from your tent. Phansad sanctuary and Murud-Janjira views make easy half-day trips. Roha is the nearest railhead at about 30 km, and the coastal road via Alibaug is a scenic drive.
Why go
- White sand beach with clean swimming water
- Water sports right off the beach
- Phansad wildlife sanctuary close by
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Drive via Panvel, Pen and Murud on the coastal highway (about 3.5 hours from Mumbai). Roha is the nearest railhead at about 30 km. Ferries to Alibaug plus a cab south also work.
Nearest railway station
Roha, about 30 km away
Things to carry
The sea here has a sloping shelf; stay within flagged swimming zones and never swim after dark or after drinking. Secure valuables in tents and follow camp rules on beach fires.
FAQs
Is Kashid beach clean?
By Maharashtra standards, yes. Kashid is known for its white sand and relatively clean water, which is why it became a camping favourite.
What water sports are available at Kashid?
Operators on the beach typically offer banana boats, jet skis, bumper rides and parasailing in season, paid separately from camping.
Can families camp at Kashid?
Yes, most camps are family-friendly with toilets and meals. Choose a reputed camp and keep kids within the flagged swim zone.