Stretching up to 2.5 kms, Kelshi beach on the Konkan coast is located in Kelshi village of Ratnagiri district. If you wish to have a very quiet holiday with the gentle waves accompanying you, this is the perfect holiday destination. The beach has plenty of kevada, betel nut, cypress and coconut trees. A part of the beach has rocks filled with treasure troves of cowries, conches and shells.

Velas beach located in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri district, the remote village of Velas would have stayed in oblivion if it weren’t for the Olive Ridley turtles that brought international attention to this place.

If you’re looking for an all-round beach destination to cover all your eating, sightseeing and shopping spree at the Konkan region, then Aravali beach should feature at the top of your wish-list. Though this beach is very close to Goa, it is still less-crowded.