The most beautiful and exquisite black sand beauty of Gujarat is this Dumas Beach which is present at the coast of Arabian Sea in Surat. It is located at a distance of 21 kms from the city of Surat. The black beauty of the sand is because of the high and rich content of iron present there. However, this phenomenon has earned Dumas Beach the name of the haunted beach of India. It has got this name not only because of the black sands but also because of a past action and story that is related to the Hindu culture of burial ground and cremation. Though the locals who are there at the Dumas beach providing yummy street food and other enticing attractions have often dismissed the rumor saying that this is just a story that is made up by the locals to prevent late night invasions on to the beach.
The other attractions of the Dumas Beach
- Apart from being a haunted beach of India, it has a beautiful temple by the seashore. The name of the temple is Dariya Ganesh Temple.
- This temple is located at the main beach of Dumas Beach. The other attractions at the beach are the stalls that sell yummy street food which are bhajiyas (pakoras), pav bhaji and lashkari Tomato Bhajiya.
- The most famous beach side snack charcoal roasted sweetcorn is also available at the Dumas Beach.
- There are different food cuisine stalls at the beach like Chinese food.
- Alongside the beach shore, there are restaurants that serve veg cuisines which specialize in Punjabi cuisines.
- You can also enjoy the panoramic sunrise and sunset views from the Dumas Beach.
The Myth behind the beach being Haunted
The most popular myth about the haunted beach of India in Gujarat is that it was earlier used as a burial ground or used as a cremation ground. The Dumas Beach is rich in iron content which mixes with its sand and turns the golden sand into black colour sand. Apart from this scientific reason, the locals still believe in the existence of ghosts and spirits.
They say that as the beach was used for burial and cremation, the air of the beach still has the spirits moving freely. They have even said about the presence of strange disappearances and whispers in the dark. There are even instances of death at the beach which are mystical.
The Dumas Beach has entered its name into the most Haunted Places in India. There are instances that have made it impossible for the locals and the tourists to believe in ghosts and spirits. They have said that while they take pictures with flash light on, they have noticed images of orbs or supernatural presence in their pictures which are not seen with the naked eyes.
Nearby Attractions at Dumas Beach
Apart from exploring the beach in Surat, there are many other locations that can be explored by you:
Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium (15 km): If you are travelling to Dumas Beach with your family and kids then you should definitely take them here for sighting different species of fishes and marine life underwater.
Dutch Garden (17 km): Do not take this place to be a garden that has flowers, rather this is a garden that has Dutch and British era tombs. If you are a history lover, this place is perfect for you.
ISKCON Temple, Surat (18 km): All the ISKCON devotees, if you are visiting Surat, then you should definitely visit this ISKCON temple that is dedicated to Lord Krishna.
Gopi Talav (16 km): This talav holds a lot of historical importance and is best for boating and picnics.
Amaazia Water Park (20 km): This is a water ride park where you can enjoy with your friends and family.
Activities to Do at Dumas Beach
Apart from the eeriness of the Dumas Beach, you can carry out many other activities at the beach during the broad daylight.
- Walking & Jogging: The fitness freaks who do not like to miss their workout routines but also like to indulge in yummy local cuisines, then you can go for a beach walk or jog and burn out some calories.
- Horse & Camel Rides: Going to a beach and not enjoying a camel or horse ride is not possible. So come to Dumas Beach and enjoy these rides.
- Photography & Videography: Since the black beauty of the sand adds on to the beauty of the place, you can capture beautiful sunrise and sunset pictures with the sea water.
- Enjoying Street Food: The stalls at the beach shore sell yummy local street snacks like bhajiyas and pav bhaji. So make sure you indulge yourself in this yummy cuisine.
- Exploring at Night (only for Brave hearts): If you really do not care about the supernatural powers and ghostly affairs, then you can wander at the Dumas Beach at night and find out about the rumor of the haunted beach.
Best Time to Visit Dumas Beach
The best time to visit Dumas Beach is during the winter seasons and early summer months (October to March). The reason is:
✅ Good Weather – the winter season is always comfortable and preferable for exploring the beach activities.
✅ Ideal for Sunsets & Walks – In the winter seasons, you can have clear skies and best sunset views.
✅ Less Humidity – Winters do not have high temperatures and the air is also less humid.
🚫 Avoid visiting the Dumas Beach during peak Summers (April to June) as the temperature and beach are extremely hot. Also avoid visiting during Monsoon seasons (July to September) as there is a possibility of rough seas and high tides at the sea shores.
How to Reach Dumas Beach?
🛣️By Road: Surat is well connected to NHs and SHs. There are private and state run buses available daily from major cities.
- From Surat City – 21 km
🚉By Train: The nearest railway station is Surat Railway Station (20 kms) which connects all the cities in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
🛫By Air: The nearest airport is Surat International Airport (10 kms).
Staying Options nearby the Dumas Beach:
There are various options for a stay at Surat. All starting from a budgeted stay to mid-range to luxury stay. Travelers traveling from out of Gujarat, you can refer to a list below and check for your reservations:
🛏️Budgeted Homestays:
- Weekend Stays: This is an apartment in the society offering I Bedroom allowing 3 guests at a time at best affordable prices. So if you are looking for a place just to dump your bags and then explore further, this is the best option.
- Weekend Address by Honest Homes: This is more like an air BNB which is 2 BHK and an affordable option for a group of friends coming to Surat.
🏨Mid-range Hotels:
- Ginger Surat: It is a 3 star property with decent reviews and ratings. It provides all modern basic amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
- Vetro Inn: It is a 3 star hotel which provides all the basic facilities of staying comfortably at affordable prices.
🏩Luxury Stays and Hotels:
- Courtyard by Marriott, Surat: It is a 5 star hotel with world class amenities and mouth-watering food. You can have a comfortable stay at this hotel.
- Hyatt Place Bharuch: This is also a hotel providing top-notch amenities and comfortable stays.
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