Tarkarli Beach
Sindhudurg is a fortress which occupies an islet in the Arabian Sea, just off the coast of Maharashtra in western India. The fortress lies on the shore of Malvan town of Sindhudurg District in the Konkan region of Maharashtra, south of Mumbai. The most wonderful part about Tarkarli is the amount of variety that is available once you reach here. The choice ranges from a long stroll along pristine white sand (powder in fact) beaches to revisiting the past glory of Maratha bastion and forts. Also include to the list the Backwater boat water ride and Temples for the religious minded followed by sumptuous Konkani meals and what you are looking at is a fascinating journey into the heart of Konkan and the History of Maratha warriors. Besides, the 8 km long beach of Tarkali is also a perfect spot to see.
Location: Malvan taluka(dist-Sindhudurg).
How to reach: By air: Nearest airport is Dabolim Airport in Goa, which is located at approx. 90 Km away from Sawantwadi City (major tourist attraction) of Sindhudurg. By train:Sindhudurg town lies in the Sindudurg district to the north of Goa, about 490 km south of Mumbai (Bombay). Sindhudurg can be reached either by train or by bus from Bombay, Goa and Mangalore. The Konkan railway has a railway station at Sindhudurg, but only few trains stop there. By bus:Maharashtra state government (MSRTC) buses running from Mumbai, Pune, Ratnagiri, Sangli, Kolhapur and Goa state government buses (Kadamba Transport Corporation) running from Panaji, Madgaon, Vasco and Pernem to Sindhudurg.
Accomodation: The MTDC resort at Tarkali has Konkani House A/C / Non-A/C rooms & Delux Bamboo House A/C Rooms. House Boat is also available.