About Tarkarli Beach

Tarkarli is a very fast growing tourist hub and is becoming the next preferred location after Goa from the past few years. Tourists from all over the world are seen at this place round the year. Tarkarli is blessed with beautiful and clear white sand beaches, serene backwaters, silence and greenery in the nature and lots of other attractive places like traditional markets, temples, forts in the nearby villages and city. Moreover features like Snorkeling , Dolphins Safari and Scuba Diving have added to the popularity of the hub.

Tarkarli is about 30 kms from Kudal railway station of Konkan railway. Tarkarli beach shot into fame after Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation(MTDC) started the beach resort in Tarkarli and declared Tarkarli as one of the premiere beach destination in Maharashtra. Now MTDC has made houseboat facility available at Tarkarli. Four houseboats are at the service of discerning traveler. These fully equipped luxury boats have the Hi-tech equipment and all luxurious amenities on board.

Tarkarli has gained prominence because of its long and narrow stretch of beach with pristine water. On a fairly clear day, one can see the bed unto a depth of 20 ft. It presents a panoramic view with tall Suru trees in the background, wide river, the beautiful sailboats and the tiny wonderful islands hamlets situated on the riverbank, adds to the picturesque beauty of Tarkarli. The first state transport service for Sindhudurga district started from this village.

The beach provides an ideal habitat for coral reefs and marine life, making it a perfect spot for underwater adventures. Dotted with numerous homestays and resorts, Tarkarli caters to a range of visitors, from backpackers to luxury travelers. The region's cuisine, which includes the famous Malvani food, offers an enticing array of flavors, primarily seafood. Tarkarli's coastal landscape also includes Sindhudurg Fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, adding to the historical attractiveness of the place.

The best time to visit Tarkarli Beach is between October and March when the weather is pleasant and ideal for beach activities. 

Nearby attractions include Sindhudurg Fort, Devbagh Beach, and Tsunami Island for water sports. There are also various Malvani cuisine restaurants nearby for food lovers.

For accommodation, there are many options ranging from budget homestays to luxury resorts. MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation) also has a resort near the beach.