Best Beach Destinations for Indians
Eight beach destinations in India and abroad, with seasons and what each is best at.
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Top pick
Maldives
Lowest-cost pick
Thailand
Updated
October 2026
Before you choose
India has excellent beaches, and a short flight takes you to some of the world's best. The right beach holiday depends on whether you want party beaches, quiet coves or reef snorkelling, and on the month you travel.
Beach seasons are tied to monsoons, so check dates before you book.
How we picked these
- Water quality and beach variety
- Seasonal reliability
- Hotel options
- Distance and flight time
This is an editorial guide and does not rank paid listings. Costs and entry rules are indicative and change over time.
Best Beach Destinations for Indians
1. Maldives
Clear lagoons and house reefs; best from November to April.
4–5 nights · Best november to april
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India's easiest beach holiday with food and nightlife; best from November to February.
3–4 nights · Best november to february
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Clear water and quieter beaches; best from November to April.
5–6 nights · Best november to april
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Surf and sunset beaches, plus culture and villas; best from April to October.
5–6 nights · Best april to october
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Island hopping at Phuket, Krabi and Samui; best from November to April.
5–6 nights · Best november to february
Explore6. Mauritius
Calm lagoons and resorts; best from May to December.
5–6 nights · Best may to december
Explore7. Vietnam
Da Nang, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc beaches; best from February to August in the centre.
6–7 nights · Best february to april and september to november
Explore8. Kerala
Varkala and Kovalam, plus backwaters; best from October to March.
5–6 nights · Best october to march
Quick comparison
| Destination | Ideal stay | Best months | Standard land cost per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maldives | 4–5 nights | November to April | ₹70,000 – ₹1,30,000 |
| Goa | 3–4 nights | November to February | ₹18,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Andaman | 5–6 nights | November to April | ₹32,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Bali | 5–6 nights | April to October | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Thailand | 5–6 nights | November to February | ₹30,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Mauritius | 5–6 nights | May to December | ₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Vietnam | 6–7 nights | February to April and September to November | ₹42,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Kerala | 5–6 nights | October to March | ₹28,000 – ₹45,000 |
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ExploreFrequently asked questions
Which beach destination is best in monsoon?
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Beaches in India are often limited in monsoon. The Maldives is wetter from May to October but still has sunny days; Bali is dry from April to October.
Which is the cheapest beach destination?
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Goa and Thailand are typically the lowest-cost beach holidays from India.
How do I compare quotes for these trips?
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