A curving stretch of white sand fringed by blue waters; windmills on one side, a sunset pavilion on the other, and an uninterrupted view of the sea in front. On the private beach nestle luxury camps that offer the luxuries of royalty combined with glorious sea views. Watch stunning sunsets, roam the soft sandy shoreline, enjoy midnight barbecues on the beach. The thatch-and-bamboo restaurant serves delectable seafood.

USP: Ideal for a vacation with kids. High on the romantic index.

The Beach at Mandvi Palace is located in Mandvi, 450 km from Ahmedabad and 250 km from Rajkot, in Gujarat.

Air Nearest airport is at Bhuj, 60 km away. There are daily flights from Mumbai.

Rail Nearest railhead is Bhuj. Another option is Gandhidham, 90 km away.

The Beach at Mandavi Palace is a luxury camp, comprising ten hand crafted tents. Each tent has its own verandah and air-conditioned bedroom with all modern conveniences. Each tent is decorated like the Raj-era camps of royalty with carved furniture and ostentatious décor. But you enjoy the period ambience with all trappings of civilisation such as 24-hour electricity supply and contemporary washrooms!

Enjoy camel and horse rides on the sea shore, or if visiting with that special someone, a romantic, candle-light barbecue on the beach. Other activities to keep you busy include swimming in the sea, nature walks, bird watching, beach volleyball and football. The resort also willingly organises lakeside picnics at nearby Pragsar.