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Kashid
Spend a half day to a full day at Kashid beach; ideal as a day‑trip from Mumbai or Alibag.
Kashid is a small coastal town near Alibag, famous for its quiet beach, Janjira Fort and nearby wildlife sanctuary. It is best enjoyed in a few hours, with optional short trips to Murud or Revdanda.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- BOM
- Nights
- 0–1 (day‑trip) or 1 if staying at a resort
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kashid100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kashid, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for strong currents and occasional petty theft; keep valuables secure and avoid swimming after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 108 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 2 h by road to Alibag, then bus/tempo to Kashid).
- Getting aroundFrequent MSRTC buses from Mumbai/Thane to Alibag, then shared tempos (≈25 min) to Kashid.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealPoha snack₹50–80 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedHomestay bungalow, a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedResort double room, a night, per room₹4,500 (≈ US$55)
- High-end bedResort double room, a night, per room₹7,000 (≈ US$80)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 2 h by road to Alibag, then bus/tempo to Kashid)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kashid: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Frequent MSRTC buses from Mumbai/Thane to Alibag, then shared tempos (≈25 min) to Kashid. Local auto‑rickshaws and bicycle rentals are common for short beach walks.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Murud Beach
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Tempo from Kashid, ~15 min
Green‑water beach, short walk
Revdanda Portuguese Fort
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Tempo + walk, ~8 km (5 mi) northTempo + walk, ~5 mi (8 km) north
Ruins with sea view
Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Tempo to Kashid, then taxi or bike, ~10 km (6.2 mi)Tempo to Kashid, then taxi or bike, ~6.2 mi (10 km)
Entry fee, limited hours; check opening
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Prakruti Resort
Beach‑front, basic rooms
Kashid Beach Resort
Mid‑range, sea views
Devrai Farm House
Homestay 10 km (6.2 mi) north, bungalow & cottagesHomestay 6.2 mi (10 km) north, bungalow & cottages
Malhar Villa
Villa with pool near Borli, 10 km (6.2 mi) northVilla with pool near Borli, 6.2 mi (10 km) north
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,000–3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Resort double room1 × 1 night × ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Bus Mumbai → Alibag2 × ₹300 | ₹600 |
| Tempo Alibag → Kashid (round trip)2 × ₹250 | ₹500 |
| Bicycle rent (2 h)2 × ₹200 | ₹400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹900 |
| Trip total≈ ₹4,950 per person per day, bed included | ₹9,900≈ US$120 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Poha snack | ₹50–80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Coconut water | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bike rental (hour) | ₹150–250 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Ferry to Janjira Fort | ₹100–150 (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus and tempo schedules vary; check timings at Alibag bus depot (check).
- High tide can reduce beach space; avoid swimming after dark (check).
- No formal lifeguard service; keep an eye on currents.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Medical
- 108
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Emergency
- Police100
- Medical108
Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; other nations in Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mumbai → Alibag bus: ≈ ₹150, 2 h (check)
- Alibag → Kashid tempo: ≈ ₹250, 25 min (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितने का है? — How much is this? (yeh kitne ka hai?)
- क्या कार्ड से भुगतान कर सकता हूँ? — Can I pay by card? (kya card se bhugtaan kar sakta hoon?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalay kahan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kashid. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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