Beaches of goa

 

The best beaches of Goa

Goa is synonymous to many things that are indicative of a life without worries and carefree measures. Be it the parties, the casinos, the flea markets or the beach shacks—Goa is to India what Ibiza is to the world. Here, we take you on a trail along the best beaches in Goa. These places are varied in nature and a visit here will expose you to the best beach in Goa for family and best beaches in Goa for couples.

A guide to the finest beaches in Goa. From the North to the South of the state, enjoy an incredible coastline throughout your Goa holidays.

India’s ‘sunshine state’ has long provided a haven for those in search of the sun, sand and sea. Boasting 105km of stunning coastline and an endless list of idyllic beach settings, there’s no surprise so many people flock to Goa for their beach holidays. The laid-back and picturesque state is all about relaxation, and in fact, the only stress you’re likely to encounter is in choosing which beach to visit during your holiday in Goa.

We’ve compiled the perfect list for those of you struggling to pick your perfect seaside location – presenting our top 10 beaches in Goa, all ready to be enjoyed on a sun-filled holiday.

 

North Goa

 

1. Morjim

Discovered in the far north of the state, Morjim presents one of the more wild expanses of sand for you to embrace during your Goa holidays. Backed by a smattering of inviting beach bars and shacks, the beach’s most famous characteristic is its role as a nesting ground for olive ridley sea turtles.

 

2. Baga

A little further south of Morjim sits Baga, showcasing an entirely different atmosphere to that of its neighbour. Isolation is swapped for infrastructure, resulting in a fantastically vibrant atmosphere defined by an unbroken line of aromatic and welcoming beach shacks, all placed beside a long stretch of golden sand.

 

3. Candolim & Calangute

Among the most popular beaches for British tourists spending their holidays in Goa, Candolim and Calangute’s long strips of golden sand result in one of the state’s most inviting stretches of coastline. There's a very friendly atmosphere resonating throughout the resorts, best discovered over a delicious Goan curry in one of the eye-catching beach shacks.

 

4. Sinquerim

Encapsulating the languid and relaxed ideology of Goa, stunning Sinquerim is a sedate but beautiful place to lay your beach towel. The beach itself is decorated with a small collection of beach shacks, dotted along a long curve of sand, backed by towering palm trees.

 

South Goa

 

5. Arossim

Arossim’s beautiful beach presents a long and wide stretch of golden sand, lapped at by clear blue water and backed by a dense forest of palms. Another of the beach’s highlights is its culinary offerings, with superb beach shacks such as ‘Zeebop’, located just to the south of the beach, serving up delicious and fresh seafood to hungry beach goers. Find out more about holidays in Arossim here.

6. Majorda

Located just north of Colva, Majorda offers 25km of soft golden sand and is famed as being one of the most picturesque beaches in the south of Goa. Along the coastline, you’ll find a small selection of beach shacks where you can try tasty Goan delicacies and enjoy a refreshing beer.

7. Benaulim & Varca

Located around 30km south of Goa's capital, Panjim, Benaulim Beach offers holidaymakers not just a wonderful haven for rest and relaxation, but also plenty of things to do in and around the area. Its long stretch of soft white sand backed by verdant palm trees is a picturesque setting for keen beach goers, but if soaking up the sunshine on a sunlounger doesn't sound like your cup of tea, you can get stuck into to water sports and dolphin watching.

8. Mobor

Tucked down into South Goa, Mobor is an alluring, laid-back hangout, perfect for tourists in search of holidays to Goa with a slow pace. It's easy to embrace the notion of rejuvenation here, especially given the spectacular spit of soft white sand, while the rustic beach shacks will gladly welcome you and keep you fed and watered throughout your stay.

The beach outside The Leela

9. Cola

If you’re looking for that unprecedented sense of peace and quiet, amid the blissful and idyllic nature of one of Goa’s finest beaches, a holiday to Goa is incomplete without a visit to Cola Beach. The private beach is perhaps best known as the host of our Maharaja Night, where you can camp overnight in comfortable safari tents right on the sand.

10. Palolem

Often labelled as Goa’s finest beach, Palolem’s tag ensures it has a lot to live up to, and this breathtaking beach consistently delivers. A long curve of palm-fringed sand awaits those visiting Palolem, as well as some of the safest swimming areas in Goa. Though the beach isn’t as undeveloped and sedate as in previous years, there is still a charm and character here that can best be found in ramshackle beach huts serving tasty local grub. 

Need a little more information about the beaches of Goa? Check out our Beach Guide on our website where you can also peruse the great range of accommodation we offer across Goa. 

 

 

Posted in Alastair McClymont, Beaches, Holidays, Top 10s | Tagged Beach, North Goa, South Goa

Following places can be visited from Palolem Beach:
Colomb Beach (1.7 kms), Patnem Beach (2.5 kms), Rajbagh Beach (3.5 kms), Butterfly Beach (6 kms), Talpona Beach (10 kms ), Cola Beach (12 kms), Galgibaga Beach (17.6 kms)

At a distance of 70 km from Panjim Kadamba Bus Stand, 65 km from Vasco Da Gama Railway Station and 36 km from Margao Railway Station, Palolem Beach is one of the famous & best beaches in Goa and top tourist attraction in South Goa.

Palolem Beach is also known as 'Paradise Beach'. This beach stretches between two magnificent headlands and the beach is lined with towering coconut palms. The beach is about a mile long and it provides seclusion and idyllic scenery. Palolem Beach is a crescent shape beach and one can soak in its views from the southern end till the northern end in one glimpse of the eyes. Both ends have natural jutting rocks trying to touch the sea. It has little wooded islands to the north and a village behind the beach.

At the northern end of the beach there is a fresh water stream and across the stream lies a small undeveloped island that can be accessed by just swimming across during low tide or taking a ferry. There is a rocky terrain which is fun exploring. At the top of the island there is a stone sculpture created by an American artist Jacek Tylicki called ''Give if you can - Take if you have to'' also called ''the Money stone''. It became a pilgrimage destination. At the low tide it is a tough jungle walk. People can leave or take money at will at the Money stone.