If you’re looking to relax on a beach but don’t have the time or resources to get out of Bombay, Kalamb is tonic indeed. Getting there isn’t much of a hassle, just get down at Nalla Sopara station in the west and take a rickshaw(around Rs100 for as many that fit in a rick) to kalamb or ST buses are available for Rs 7.
The ride to the beach is pretty long but the idyllic shadows and shady environs will leave you feeling you’re in the hinterland. The beach itself has its share of youngsters playing cricket and locals strolling up and down. If you’re planning on staying the night, better look up the guest house but leaving after gazing at sun down with the waves lapping your heels is totally worth it. The high point is the water which is remarkably clean by Bombay standards and swimming after sunset induces a surreal feeling.
The wine shop on the beach provides solace(he takes his cut though) but it’s advisable to stock up at the station. Once you’ve soaked up the beach, lay back with a vada pav and chai to complete your day. It isn’t a family place unless you’re in a large group so please take care of you’re lady folk and and don’t forget to wave the sun goodbye.