Kihim Beach is in Alibag taluka, Raigad district, north of Alibaug town, and it is a popular weekend destination, so the quiet you find depends on the day you go. Visitors arriving at Mandwa jetty need an onward road transfer to reach the beach. This guide covers the road and ferry routes from Navi Mumbai, things to do, a comparison with Nagaon and Kashid, the best time to go and a plan for the day. For the detailed ferry and road choices to reach Alibaug, see the Navi Mumbai to Alibaug guide.
Parking, toilets and food at the beach are not published in the sources used for this guide, and they vary by season. Ask your accommodation or confirm locally before you rely on them. This guide is independent and is not run by any resort or authority.
Kihim Beach at a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where is it? | Kihim, Alibag taluka, Raigad district, north of Alibaug town (Wikipedia). Beach map point, approximate: Kihim Beach on the map. |
| Known for | Coastal scenery and nature interest. The Raigad district website describes the surrounding vegetation, birds and butterflies. |
| Facilities | Parking, toilets and food are not published in the sources used. Confirm them locally. |
| Swimming | Do not assume the water is safe. See the safety note below. |
Getting there by road
The usual route runs from Navi Mumbai towards Alibaug on the Mumbai-Goa highway side and then on to Kihim, which is north of Alibaug town. Whether a given route passes through Alibaug town depends on the roads you choose, so follow current navigation to your beach access point. The map point below is the beach, and it is not necessarily the parking area or the pedestrian access, so confirm those with your accommodation. These are road distances from each railway station to the same beach map point, from OpenStreetMap and the OSRM routing service, checked on 22 October 2026. They are distances and not driving times, and weekend traffic varies.
| Starting point | Road distance to the beach map point |
|---|---|
| Panvel railway station | About 61 km (route) |
| CBD Belapur railway station | About 70 km (route) |
| Kharghar railway station | About 71 km (route) |
| Vashi railway station | About 77 km (route) |
Drivers can read the Navi Mumbai toll plazas guide. For public transport, reach Panvel by train and then use a verified bus or taxi connection towards Alibaug and Kihim. Alibaug has no railway station of its own. See the Panvel railway station guide.
The Mandwa ferry option
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Departure terminal | M2M Ferries names its Mumbai terminal as Ferry Wharf, Bhaucha Dhakka. This is one operator. Other services depart from other terminals, so name the terminal for the service you choose. |
| Passenger or vehicle | Check whether the service you want carries cars or only passengers. Check the operator’s own booking page. |
| Arrival | Mandwa jetty. |
| Final transfer | A separate road journey from Mandwa to Kihim, by taxi, auto or your own car. |
| Return | Check the sailing and your onward transport before you travel. |
For date specific availability, use the official M2M booking page and not a timetable copied into a guide. The ferry is not automatically simpler for someone starting in Navi Mumbai, since you must first reach the departure terminal. The Navi Mumbai to Alibaug guide has the details.
Things to do at Kihim Beach
- Beach walks and photography.
- A relaxed beach and lunch outing.
- Nature interest: the Raigad district website describes the surrounding vegetation, birds and butterflies. Treat sightings as possibilities and not guarantees.
- Time at the beach as part of an overnight stay in the Alibaug area.
Water sports and their prices have not been verified for Kihim, so this guide does not list any.
Kihim, Nagaon and Kashid compared
| Beach | A useful distinction |
|---|---|
| Kihim | Coastal scenery and nature interest, on the northern Alibaug side. See above for the district’s description. |
| Nagaon | The Raigad district website describes water activities and nearby holiday accommodation. See the Nagaon Beach guide. |
| Kashid | The Raigad district website highlights its pale sand, accommodation and beach activities. See the Kashid Beach guide. |
Activities depend on current conditions and operators. This is a comparison of how each place is described and not a ranking, so compare the drive from your starting point, your stay and the activities available on your dates. The Murud-Janjira Fort guide and the weekend getaways guide have other trips along the coast.
Best time to go and how to plan the day
- Morning visits are cooler. Late afternoon suits a walk before sunset, but check your return journey and the daylight.
- Plan for heat and shade in the middle of the day, and for rain and rougher seas in the monsoon.
- A simple road trip plan is the outward journey, the beach, lunch and the return. Treat any durations as editorial planning estimates.
- On a ferry day, allow for the transfer at each end and the return sailing, and do not cut it fine.
- Decide whether you are planning a short visit or an overnight stay, since the second gives more flexibility.
Hours at the beach are not published, so do not assume it is open at all times.
Safety
Do not assume the water is safe for swimming. Follow posted restrictions and instructions from any lifeguards on duty. Keep children under close supervision and away from breaking waves, and see the NOAA rip current guidance on why calm looking water can still be hazardous.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reach Kihim Beach from Navi Mumbai?
By road towards Alibaug and then north to Kihim, or by ferry to Mandwa jetty and a road transfer. Follow current navigation to your beach access point.
Where does the ferry to Mandwa leave from?
M2M Ferries names its Mumbai terminal as Ferry Wharf, Bhaucha Dhakka. Other services use other terminals, so check the one you choose and whether it carries vehicles.
Is there parking at Kihim Beach?
Parking is not published in the sources used for this guide. Confirm the location and any charge with your accommodation or locally.
Is Kihim Beach good for swimming?
Do not assume the water is safe. Follow posted restrictions and lifeguard instructions where there are any, and keep children under close supervision and away from breaking waves.
What can I do at Kihim Beach?
Beach walks, photography and a relaxed lunch outing, with nature interest in the surrounding vegetation, birds and butterflies according to the Raigad district website.
How far is Kihim Beach from Navi Mumbai?
By road, about 61 to 77 km from Navi Mumbai stations to the beach map point, by a map estimate.
Sources and a note on accuracy
- Raigad district website for the description of Kihim and the nearby beaches.
- M2M Ferries for the Mumbai terminal.
- Wikipedia for the location.
- NOAA for beach safety.
Parking, toilets, food and swimming conditions are not published in these sources, so they are not given. Road distances are OpenStreetMap estimates to the beach map point.
Featured photo: Kihim, Alibag beach view by Harshruti, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons, cropped and resized.
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