Description

The Shankarpur beach is a secluded natural splendor hidden from the world. The village however is in the outer corners of the seashore. It is a virgin beach situated 14km away from Digha. The drive towards Shankarpur by the Haldi River is amazing. En route you can find local fishermen catching fish from their wooden floats amidst the greenery around. Just as you reach the clean beach of Shankarpur by the sea fringed by the casuarinas trees and eucalyptus trees, you will surely be blown away.
For someone looking for a peaceful experience by the sea that is off the tourist's trail, then Shankarpur can be a marked.

Duration

Distance: 180km from Kolkata.
Time: 4 hours from Kolkata.

Best Time to Visit

September to February is the ideal time to explore the beaches of Shankarpur.
Hotel Range

Hotel Range

1000/- to 2500/- per night approximately.

Tips

Shankarpur beach is most lovely in the early mornings when fishermen cast their nets into the sea and young ones sit patiently separating prawn seedlings from the catch. Witness both the spectacular sunrise and sunset by the beach.
Bringing on delicious seafood like prawns, crabs, fish etc. are worthy here.