40 Goa Beaches : Choose your pick!
It is said that in Goa there is a beach specially made for you. Yes, with nearly forty beaches that dot the 131 Km Goa coast, there are plenty of options and each of the beaches have an individuality of its own. If you take time to get to know the beaches better, you will find that nature has exclusively created one for your liking. Here we give you a quick rundown on the important Goa Beaches.
Highlights of the Popular Goa Beaches
| Beach | Highlights | Nightlife | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Goa Beaches | |||
| Keri Beach | This is Goa's northern most beach. One of the lesser crowded beaches in Goa. Access is thru' small road, but the tranquility of the place is unbeatable. | . | |
| Arambol Beach | Arambol is popular with long stay tourists of Goa. Others visit Arambol for Paragliding (Uwe Niesslbeck's Arambol Paragliding School ). Close to Arambol beach is the equally quiet and gorgeous Aswem beach | Loekie cafe, Mango tree are popular Arambol nightlife hubs |
Basic beach huts are available at Arambol. |
| Mandrem Beach | A gorgeously secluded beach with white sands with an atmosphere that is reminiscent of Goa of yesteryears . While at Mandrem, pay a visit to the Organic farm run by Suhas Parsekar | ||
| Morjim Beach | A fairly secluded beach. Temb at the southern end of the beach is famous as nesting centre of endangered Olive Ridley turtles (Around November is the time when turtles arrive). | ||
| Vagator Beach, Goa | North Vagator Beach (Big
Vagator)and Ozram Beach (Little
Vagator ) constitute the
visually impressive Vagator beach. Little vagator is more
secluded. At little vagator, down a steep path, is the stone
sculpture of Shiva (an artwork
of anonymous sculptor from the hippie era.) From the vagator beach, one can sight Chapora fort. Climbing the fort is recommended for the commanding view of the sea and the beaches. |
Impromptu
parties are common. Hill top above little
vagator hosts the legendary Goan new year party. Primrose and Temptations are popular nightlife hotspots. |
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| Anjuna Beach | Top rated
north Goa beaches that stretches for over 20 Kms. It shot into
prominence in mid 60s as the "happening hippie" beach. The rave scene
long associated with Anjuna is now confined to history books. Anjuna
beach still retains the natural charm that made it so popular.
You can visit the magnificent Albuquerque and Mascarenhas Mansion. Anjuna Wednesday Flea market (starts at 11 AM) has survived from the hippie era - be prepared to haggle and bargain as prices are typically inflated 300% or more |
Was popular for its rave parties on full moon nights. Hot spots include Paridisio Goa and Curly's Bar. Not to be missed is the Club Cubana ( if it does open again) | Hotels in Anjuna Beach |
| Calangute Beach | Queen of the North Goa beaches and by far the most popular and crowded of the Goa Beaches. Today, it looks tired and jaded. Plenty of water sports option around Calangute beach. | Numerous shacks and pubs have impromptu parties. | Calangute Beach Hotels and Resorts |
| Baga Beach | Almost an extension of Calangute beach - Of late, much of the action has moved from Calangute to Baga Beach. On Saturdays, INGO's Saturday night market is a must visit | Titos
– the
most famous of the Goa night spots and
the next door Cafe
Mambo
make Baga the most "happening" of Goa beaches. |
Baga Beach Hotels |
| Candolim Beach | Candolim stretches from Fort Aguada in the south to Calangute in the north. It is popular with charter crowds. Pay a visit to Fort Aguada for stunning views. | Peacock
pub and J29 |
Candolim Beach Hotels |
| Coco Beach | Quiet and safe for swimming beach. Famous for the Dolphin crusies that are organised from Coco Beach | ||
| Miramir Beach | Also called Gasper Dias, it is the beach nearest to Panaji. Miramar is taken from Spanish word meaning View of the Sea.From Miramar beach, one can have the impressive view of the Aguada fort across the Mandovi river. Go to Miramar beach for evening walks and to view the sunset. | ||
| Dona Paula Goa | An idyllic picturesque Beach with a fine view of the Zuari River and Mormugao Harbour. It is named after Dona Paula de Menzes, who threw herself off the cliff, when refused permission to marry a local fisherman. Today it is famous as the water sports destination of Goa. The acclaimed Dona Paula sports club offer various water sports options. Dona Paula is also home to the National Institute of Oceanography | ||
| South Goa Beaches | |||
| Bogmalo Beach | Picturesque beach with hills on three sides | Bogmalo Resorts | |
| Colva Beach, South Goa | At Colva;sand, sea and sky blend in enchanting natural harmony. It is the Goan's favourite beach. Has good water sports facilities. | Try Outback Bar and Restaurant | Colva Resorts |
| Varca and Cavelossim | White sand interspread with contrasting black lava rocks makes this beach a visual treat. One of the quietest and beautiful beaches of Goa and home to many upmarket south goa resorts | ||
| Agonda Beach | A small picturesque and
secluded beach much sought after for its serenity. This beach is not on
the main road and access is relatively difficult. That is a blessing of
sorts as the beach is not overtly crowded. Nearby, you wil find Cabo de Rama , an ancient fort where Lord Rama is said to have spent time. |
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| Palolem Beach | For many, this 1.5 Km moon crescent shaped beach with white sands is the most attractive Goa Beach. If Palolem gets crowded, try nearby Polem and Patnem beach | Palolem Beach huts | |
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