Mandwa,Maharashtra,India

 The village of Mandwa, which is located nearby, attracts visitors due to the presence of dense coconut trees. The beautiful sunset view from the beach is really picturesque. 

 Mandwa beach in Alibaug is a secluded beach situated close to Mumbai. Due to its isolated nature, this beach has retained its charm nicely!

The beach lies in the  vicinity of the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Regular ferries are available from the Gateway of India to Mandwa jetty to reach the beach.

You can visit this beach throughout the year. October to March is the best time to visit this spot when surrounding environment remains soothing for travel.

How to Reach

By Air

Being a small coastal village, there is no airport in Mandwa. The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, Mumbai, connecting the beach to major cities in India and abroad. The distance from Mumbai Airport to Mandwa is 140km by road; though a more convenient transportation mode exists – ferry or catamaran ride.

By Road

Mandwa beach is well connected from Mumbai and Pune through direct Maharashtra State Transport MSRTC buses. Even private cabs are easily available to reach Mandwa beach.

By Ferry/Catamaran

The shortest and most convenient mode of transportation is via catamaran or ferry, which connects the Gateway of India, Mumbai, to Mandwa. Being an integral ferry wharf, catamaran services are available throughout the year, except in monsoon. The beach is located at close proximity to the Ferry Wharf, easily accessible through rickshaws and private car. One can take chartered bus from Mandwa to Kihim or Alibaug Beach. Everyday catamaran services are available to and from the Gateway of India to Mandwa jetty. Ferry services are available from 6:00am to 6:00pm.

By Train

The nearest railway station is at Pen, on Mumbai – Goa Road. It is 85 km from Mandwa via roadways. Through Pen, the beach is connected to Panvel and Mumbai via railways.