Photo of Marine Drive Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Marine Drive Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Marine Drive Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Marine Drive Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Marine Drive Beach located in natural area

Photo of Marine Drive Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.2

Very good

Marine Drive Beach

Konārka, India

#6 out of 37 in Odisha

8.2

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Konark • 3.2 km

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About

Marine Drive Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 37 beaches in the Odisha region 51.9 km away from its center, the city of Bhubaneshwar. It is one of the beaches of Konark settlement, just 3.2 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 entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Marine Drive Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Eco retreat, which has a rating of 8.3.

Marine Drive Beach (Odisha) is located outside the Konark 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 Marine Drive 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

+33 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

2.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Konark • 3.2 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Konark • 3.2km

Main locality of province

Bhubaneshwar • 51.9km

Transport

Airport

BBI • 51.8km

Bus Station

Erasama Bus Station • 49km

Train Station

Puri • 28.3km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Marine Drive Beach?

The coastline of Marine Drive Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very 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 Marine Drive Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Marine Drive 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 Marine Drive Beach good for swimming?

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

Marine Drive 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. So the overall recommendation of the Marine Drive Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Marine Drive 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 very smooth.

Is the Marine Drive Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Marine Drive Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Marine Drive Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Marine Drive Beach.

How far is the Marine Drive Beach from parking?

The Marine Drive 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 Marine Drive Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Marine Drive Beach is April. Its average value reaches 36°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°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?

Marine Drive Beach (Odisha) 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.Marine Drive Beach (Odisha) 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.