Lakes in Goa

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Lakes in Goa

About Must Visit Lakes in Goa

Even though Goa is known for its beautiful beaches, the lakes certainly are the important tourist attractions. The system of ‘backwaters’ in Goa include lakes and rivers on which boating is the experience to remember forever. Apart from enjoying a boat ride, the lakes in Goa are ideal for bird lovers and ornithologists who can sight a large variety of birds. There are a number of lakes in Goa that are a must-see, however, Paliem Sweet Water Lake, Bubbling Lake, Carambolim Lake, Mayem Lake, and Cutorim Lake are the most popular ones.

Popular Tourist Attractions

  • The Mayem Lake, situated close to Bicholim Beach is the most popular lake in Goa. It is ideal for weekend picnics and enjoying boating.
  • Carambolim Lake is one of the most picturesque lakes in Goa and is visited by birdwatchers for its rich reserve of avifauna as well as migratory birds.
  • Paliem Sweet Water Lake in Goa is known for its cleansing mud and makes for a good hiking place from Arambol Beach.

Must See Lakes in Goa

Lakes in Goa

Goa is dotted with a number of lakes, some of which are popular amongst tourists, while others are still lesser-known. However, each lake is quite beautiful and is home to a wide variety of birds. Some of the known lakes in Goa are:

  • Mayem Lake
  • Carambolim Lake
  • Paliem Sweet Water
  • Curtorim Lake
  • Sarzora Lake
  • Batim Lake
  • Ambular Lake
  • Bondava Lake
  • Vaddem Lake
  • Mala Lake
  • Raitollem
  • Sakhleshwar Lake
  • Sulabhat Lake
  • Salaulim Lake
  • Chandor Lake
  • Anjunem Lake
  • Macazana Lake
  • Netravali Bubbling Lake

Top Things to Do around Goa Lakes

Lakes of Goa are home to a variety of birds, both indigenous and migratory making birdwatching an important activity in the state. Boating is another top activity to do in the lakes of Goa.

Best Lakes in Goa for Bird Watching

  • Carambolim Lake
  • Sarzora Lake
  • Curtorim Lake
  • Mayem Lake
  • Batim Lake
  • Bondava Lake
  • Raitollem Lake

Best Lake in Goa for Boating

Mayem Lake

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