Photo of Gangapatnam Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Gangapatnam Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Gangapatnam Beach with long straight shore

7.1

Good

Gangapatnam Beach

Kovūr, India

#64 out of 115 in Andhra Pradesh

7.1

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Pallepalem • 1.1 km

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About

Gangapatnam Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 64th place out of 115 beaches in the Andhra Pradesh region 575 km away from its center, the city of Srikakulam. It is one of the beaches of Pallepalem settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Gangapatnam Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mypadu Beach, which has a rating of 7.9.

Gangapatnam Beach (Andhra Pradesh) is located outside the Pallepalem settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Gangapatnam Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+38 ^o C +30 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+32 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Pallepalem • 1.1 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Iskapalli Beach Iskapalli Beach

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Localities

Nearest

Pallepalem • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Srikakulam • 575km

Transport

Airport

TIR • 121.3km

Bus Station

Govindapalli Bus Stop • 50.4km

Train Station

Punjulurupadu/Nidiguntapalem Railway Station • 35.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Gangapatnam Beach?

The coastline of Gangapatnam Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Gangapatnam Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Gangapatnam Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Gangapatnam Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Gangapatnam Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Gangapatnam Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Gangapatnam Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Gangapatnam Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gangapatnam Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Gangapatnam Beach.

How far is the Gangapatnam Beach from parking?

The Gangapatnam Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Gangapatnam Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Gangapatnam Beach is May. Its average value reaches 40°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 33°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 28°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Gangapatnam Beach (Andhra Pradesh) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Gangapatnam Beach (Andhra Pradesh) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.