Goa

Beaches in Goa

When in doubt about the life you lead, you need an escape to a land where struggle takes a back-seat and you drive on a road that leads to a beautiful sunset. Goa beaches are just like that beautiful sunset which calms you down and inspires you to cherish things that matter in life. Your footprints on its soft sand make you proud of how far you have come. The beautiful sunset along with the welcoming strangers remind you of how grateful life has been to you and you find yourself melting in its magnificent culture where everyone is cherished.

About Goa Beach Travel Guide

Goa is a paradise where water is turquoise, the beaches have soft white sands and sky changes colour of different hues. It is one of the finest beach destinations of the world where you can find pristine beaches and a laid-back lifestyle. Honeymooners, bachelors and even families can enjoy the exotic Goan beaches because of its wide range of tourist attractions and activities.

Goa is a lot more than just a party capital and travellers explore its land because of the soft sands lying next to the pristine waters of the Arabian Sea with shadowing groves of palm and coconut. Tourists enjoy the scenic beaches in simple ways such as sunbathing under the sun, taking a stroll down the coastline and sipping coconut juice while lazing around. The state is divided into two districts- North Goa and South Goa. North Goa is popular for the lively and touristy beaches such as Calangute, Baga, Anjuna, Candolim and Vagator among others. While South Goa houses some of the most secluded and cleanest beaches of Goa such as Palolem, Betalbatim and Betul Beach among others.

Ashwem Beach

Ashwem Beach

A gift of nature where white sands swept away by the curious blue waves welcome you to a holiday filled with serenity, peace and calm away from the otherwise known party capital of India.

Turtle Beach

Turtle Beach

A hidden treasure among other Goan beaches, Galgibaga beach is the nesting grounds of Olive Ridley Turtles, an endangered species. This stretch of golden sands with fringed coconut trees is a quiet and peaceful beach without any shacks or bustling tourists.

Patnem Beach

Patnem Beach

A beach set aside from the bustling life of Goa, Patnem is a secluded beach where you can roam all day without seeing many people. The key highlight of this beach is the delicious seafood offered by the shacks lining the shore.

Bambolim Beach

Bambolim Beach

Located near the seaside town of Bambolim, the beach is an ideal place for a beach picnic with family and friends. One of the secluded beaches of the state, Bambolim is an ideal fishing spot.

Calangute Beach Goa

Calangute Beach

Popularly known as the ‘Queen of Beaches’, Calangute is a popular beach among tourists. This seven kilometers stretch of land marks an important tourist attraction with exciting water sports such as parasailing, swimming and much more.

Baga Beach

Baga Beach

A haven for water sports enthusiasts, Baga Beach offers parasailing, banana boat rides and fishing opportunities to the tourists. The creek and the Retreat House resting atop the hill add to the beauty of the serene beach.

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Vagator Beach

Soft white sands and azure sea water paints the Vagator Beach like a splendid canvas, filling it with colourful hues of the setting sun. The beach is a popular tourist attraction offering parasailing, jet skiing, trekking and dolphin sighting opportunities.

Anjuna Beach

Anjuna Beach

A beach where day and night is not distinguished, Anjuna is a major tourist destination which has an extremely splendid nightlife. Full moon parties, exotic fire shows and music carnivals light up the dark sky turning you into a party lover.

Sinquerim Beach

Sinquerim Beach

Home to the magnificent 17th century Aguada Fort, Sinquerim Beach is an ideal tourist attraction with clear skies and golden sands overlooking the Arabain Sea. The fort which also houses the Aguada Central Jail made a striking appearance in the Bollywood movie, Dil Chahta Hai.

Candolim Beach

Candolim Beach

A beach that has every element of the popularity of Goa including pristine sandy stretch of land with blue waves hitting its shore, the delicious seafood, tourists sunbathing and enjoying the opportunities of parasailing, windsurfing, fishing and water skiing. Not to forget, the popular Sunburn Festival hosted by Candolim Beach for three days every year.

Aguada Beach

Aguada Beach

The key highlight of this beach is the majestic Portuguese-built Aguada Fort which now houses the Central Jail. The tourists flock to this tourist attraction to witness the historic culture and the quaint beach in the state of Goa.

Morjim Beach

Morjim Beach

Better known as ‘Little Russia’, Morjim Beach is inhabited by a large number of Russians which leads to a new cultural setup. Various cafes and restaurants offer russian food along with Goan which attracts a lot of tourists.

Arambol Beach

Arambol Beach

Sunbathing on the golden sands of Arambol Beach is one of the must-things to do. Drum circle, beach huts, friendly shack owners and beach-side flea market make this long stretch of sand a popular tourist attraction. Not to forget, the brilliant fireworks organised by the shacks at night.

Miramar Beach

Miramar Beach

Dancing to the rhythm of the ocean is a way of life at Miramar Beach. With soft white sands and sky changing colours, you can witness a splendid view of Aguada Fort from across the river.

Palolem Beach

Palolem Beach

Palolem is a crescent-shaped beach where tourists can find solace. In the calming waters, one can enjoy swimming to the heart’s content or rejuvenate by signing up for a yoga and spa treatment. Silent Night Disco is another magnet that pulls tourists towards this serene beach of Palolem.

Agonda Beach

Agonda Beach

Laid-back lifestyle is what this beach is famous for. Strolling down the beach or sunbathing peacefully while shopping at the sea-side flea market is how tourists enjoy at Agonda Beach. Tourists who wish to explore can visit the Cabo de Rama Fort, a Portuguese fort now in ruins.

Varca Cavelossim

Varca Cavelossim

Varca Cavelossim and Mobor are a beach trio popular for housing some of the most exclusive resorts of Goa. Travelers who wish to enjoy a peaceful beach holiday find themselves coming back to this set of beaches time and again.

Betalbatim Beach

Betalbatim Beach

A small and pristine beach in South Goa, Betalbatim Beach is a serene location for witnessing beautiful sunsets. A hidden gem, this beach is ideal for swimming and sunbathing without bumping into a crowd unlike other beaches.

Colva Beach

Colva Beach

One of the largest beaches of South Goa, Colva Beach is lined up with colonial style villas, fishing huts, shacks and seaside flea markets. White sandy stretch surrounded by swaying coconut trees adds to the beauty of the beach which offers various water sports activities as well.

Majorda Beach

Majorda Beach

A laid-back beach with few shacks lined up, Majorda is one of the finest beaches of South India. A small stream with little bamboo bridges runs in between the beach and finally meets the Arabian Sea. Tourists can enjoy swimming, water skiing, parasailing, windsurfing and jet skiing apart from sunbathing and strolling along the beach.

Bogmalo Beach

Bogmalo Beach

One of the cleanest and secluded beaches of Goa, Bogmalo is an escape from the other bustling Goan beaches. Tourists can enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing and exploring the shipwrecks along its coast.

Benaulim Beach

Benaulim Beach

Strolling down the serene sands during the day and going crazy at the night parties is how you enjoy a vacation to Benaulim Beach. A perfect location for honeymooners to enjoy a moonlit dinner under the starry sky in complete solace.

Betul Beach

Betul Beach

A hike from the Holy Cross Chapel leads you to the Betul Lighthouse nestled atop a hill which offers a panoramic view of the Betul Beach. A serene beach located away from the otherwise busy beaches of Goa allows travellers to relish the white sands, clear skies and azure water of the Arabian Sea.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Some of the most popular couple-friendly beaches in Goa are :

  • Butterfly Beach
  • Palolem Beach
  • Betul
  • Anjuna Beach

Goa beaches involve a lot of activities that you can indulge in including sunbathing, swimming, relaxing at the shacks, playing volleyball at the beach, enjoying water sports activities and devouring local Konkani cuisines at beachside cafes and restaurants.

Goa’s nightlife is the most beautiful experience one can ever have. In fact, Goa is known for its nightlife and chill and grill vibes. Some of the best places to enjoy nightlife in Goa are :

  • Hammerzz Nightclub
  • SinQ
  • Curlies
  • Mambo’s Night Club
  • Bora Bora
  • Firefly
  • Shiva Valley
  • Club Cubana

The best stay option to explore the exotic beaches of Goa is to live in beach huts which are located on the beaches where you can stay up late, enjoy the sea breeze and have the beach at just an arm’s length.

Goa organises various music and dance festivals in Goa. Some of the popular events are :

  • Goa Carnival
  • Goa Sunburn Festival
  • Three Kings Fest
  • Saptah Festival
  • St. Francis Xavier’s Fest

Goa beaches’ nightlife is the most beautiful experience one can ever have. In fact, Goa beaches are known for their nightlife and chill and grill vibes. Drum circle, bonfire, dance and music happen on the beaches late at night where people enjoy themselves. Various shack owners prepare amazing fireworks at the beaches for their guests.

Goa has many family-friendly beaches where they can relax, play and sunbathe on the beaches such as Baga Beach, Candolim Beach, Calangute Beach and Benaulim Beach among others.

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