Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is the most easily accessibly of all beaches ,only fifteen to twenty minute drive from the city center. Clifton itself was an island at one time and was used as a health resort, with a sanitarium for the use British army and beaurocracy.Parts of it have wide roads lined with 100-year old Banyan trees and sprawling houses .until the 1960s,and housing areas of Defence Authority extended ,it is  now easily reached from sea view apartments area as well.

In the evening this beach provides a festive appearance. Karachi citizens flock to it and you see adults and children walking,running,playing ball ,riding horses or gaily decorated camels ,or just sitting in the cool breeze enjoying snacks from the many food stalls .Bargain and fixed the rates before embarking on a camel or horse ride. It is not advisable to swim here due to polluted waters as well as danger of strong tides. Many accidents have happened here and even the strongest swimmers must not take a risk.Restauants along the beach offer a wife variety of cuisine.