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A pristine sandbar at the tip of Bet Dwarka island — clear shallow water, soft sand and big horizons, reached by a boat-and-walk adventure.
The island's wild, seaward edge
At the far end of the island of Bet Dwarka, beyond its temples and lanes, lies Dunny Point — a pristine sandbar where the land dissolves into clear, shallow turquoise water and wide, empty horizons. It is Bet Dwarka’s wild, seaward side, and a world away from the pilgrim bustle.
Reaching it takes commitment: a boat from Bet Dwarka’s jetty or a long walk across the island’s spine, with no shade, stalls or facilities at the far end. Carry water and sun cover, check the tide with the boatmen before setting out, and go early — the sandbar at low water in morning light is what people make the trip for.
Dunny Point sits at Bet Dwarka’s seaward tip, where the island runs out into a spit of pale sand between the Gulf of Kutch and the open Arabian Sea. Getting there is the adventure: an auto or jeep ride across the island’s scrubby interior from the temple quarter, then sand underfoot to the point itself. Carry water, sun cover and everything else you need — there is nothing at the point but sand, birds and sea, and that emptiness is exactly its worth.
Some operators run eco-camping and dolphin-spotting boats from the point in season; ask at Okha or the island jetty rather than counting on a fixed schedule. Winter gives the calm sea and the birds; avoid the monsoon, when the crossings themselves turn uncertain.
Getting there is part of the adventure. From the island, a short boat ride and a walk — or a bumpy camel-cart ride across the sand — bring you to a beach that feels gloriously remote, with soft sand, gentle water and almost no development. It’s a favourite of travellers who want to pair Bet Dwarka’s spiritual side with a stretch of quiet, unspoilt coast.
Come prepared — facilities are minimal, so bring water and sun protection, and keep an eye on the tides and your return boat.
A remote island sandbar.
The far, wild tip of the island
Soft sand and shallows.
Bet Dwarka is best known for its Krishna temple and shrines.
Beyond them lies Dunny Point, a remote sandbar.
Travellers seek it out for its clear water and quiet.
An offbeat beach escape after the temples.
Reasons to make the time
Pristine sandbar
Soft sand and clear shallow water.
Boat-and-walk
An adventure to reach it.
Big horizons
Wide, empty sea views.
Camel carts
A fun ride across the sand.
Remote & quiet
Far from the pilgrim crowds.
With Bet Dwarka
A seaward add-on to the island.
What to look for inside
SANDBARClear shallows
Turquoise water and pale sand.
HORIZONEmpty coast
Wide, unspoilt sea views.
How to spend an hour or two
Reach the island
Cross to Bet Dwarka from Okha, by ferry or the new bridge.
Take a boat/cart
Ride out across the island towards the far sandbar.
Walk the sand
Stroll the pristine beach, usually entirely empty.
Wade the shallows
Wade the gentle, clear shallows — rare water for this coast.
Soak the views
Take in the empty horizons where gulf meets open sea.
Mind the tide
Time your return carefully against the ferry and the light.
A pristine sandbar.
Where the island meets the sea
Dunny Point is pure nature — no buildings, no monuments, just a long, low spit of sand reaching out from the tip of Bet Dwarka into shallow, clear sea. Its shape shifts with the tides, the sandbar growing and shrinking as the water rises and falls.
That emptiness is exactly the appeal: a wide, open beach with soft sand underfoot, gentle water and uninterrupted horizons, reached only by a little effort.
For everything else the district holds, see our Devbhumi Dwarka travel guide.
A natural sand spit
Clear, shallow water
Tide-shaped shoreline
No development — pure coast
When to go
Cool and pleasant — the best season for the Dwarka coast.
Warm and humid with sea breezes; lush and atmospheric.
Hot and bright; sea breezes ease it — go early or late.
⏰ Go in winter, set out early, carry water and sun cover, and confirm your return-boat and tide timings.
Timings & entry
- Best visited by day on a suitable tide
- Reached by boat-and-walk or camel cart
- Facilities are minimal — come prepared
- Allow a relaxed half day
- No entry fee
- Boat / camel-cart rides are charged
- Carry water, sun protection and cash
- Watch tides and your return boat
Getting there
By Air
Jamnagar Airport (~160 km), then road to Okha.
By Ferry
Cross from Okha to Bet Dwarka, then onward.
On the island
A boat ride or camel cart to the sandbar.
At the sandbar
SAND & SEA
Soft sand, clear water, big skies
What to shoot
The sandbar curving into the shallows.
Best light
Morning and late afternoon.
Local colour
Camel carts and boats on the sand.
Protect gear
Keep cameras safe near the water.
Know before you go
More to see close by
Hanuman Dandi
A 12th-century temple to Krishna’s queen
VIEWPOINTDwarka Lighthouse
Climb for sweeping sunset sea-views
CHAR DHAMDwarkadhish Temple
Krishna’s grand five-storey temple on the Gomti
SACREDGopi Talav
A pond of fragrant golden gopi-chandan clay
BLUE FLAGShivrajpur Beach
A clean, certified beach near Dwarka
JYOTIRLINGANageshwar
One of the twelve sacred Shiva Jyotirlingas
Where to eat near Dunny Point
THALIKathiawadi Thali
Unlimited rotla, kadhi, shaak and ghee-rich fare.
SNACKSGanthiya & farsan
Sev, ganthiya and fried snacks in the bazaars.
STREET FOODTemple-town bites
Chaat, kachori and sweets near the temple.
Pure-veg & prasad
Dwarka is largely vegetarian; temple prasad is offered.
Dunny Point FAQ
Where is Dunny Point?
At the far tip of Bet Dwarka island, beyond the temples.
How do I get there?
Cross to Bet Dwarka, then take a boat ride and walk — or a camel cart — to the sandbar.
Is there an entry fee?
No; boat and camel-cart rides are charged.
What's it like?
A pristine, undeveloped sandbar with soft sand and clear shallow water.
Are there facilities?
Minimal — bring water, sun protection and cash.
When's the best time?
Winter, on a suitable tide; set out early.
Is it safe to swim?
The shallows are gentle, but mind the tides and currents.
What should I watch for?
Tide times and your return-boat schedule.
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Published 24 June 2026 · Updated 24 August 2026