7 Must Visit Beaches in Goa
A trip to Goa can be a best combination of stunning beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, best sunsets& tropical climate. From lavish resorts to many places to visit in Goa, from scenic beauty to charming beaches, this destination has a lot to offer to the visitors making your vacation a fun-filled one.
Goa is one of the most visited places in India with some of the most pristine beaches to enjoy. When we plan a Goa tour package, things that come to our mind are- exciting nightlife, luxury resorts, vibrant markets and beaches.
The beaches of Goa can be described with flowing palm trees, rocking parties, shacks, flea markets and sandy shores, with also many beaches offering water sport activities, which makes these beaches the best. Whether you opt for staying in North or South Goa, each of the beach has its own charm, beauty and fun and this attracts visitors from India and even international tourists. And hence to make sure you visit some of the finest beaches here, check out the below list & make sure to relax, sunbath or watch the beautiful sunsets with your loved ones.
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One of the most visited, serene and happening places in Goa is the Vagator Beach. The beach can be said as one of the best party place in Goa. This beach is divided into 3 parts- Little Vagator mainly for Israelis, Ozran where you will find Italians and the Big Vagator meant for Indians, which mostly crowded. To enjoy some of the best views of the ambience and sunset, go close to the Anjuna Beach.
Vagator beach is neat and clean, very calm with ample options of restaurants and very close to the flea markets wherein you can purchase local souvenirs. If you are in Goa during the last days of the December month, make sure to enjoy the Sunburn festival organised every year.
Vagator beach is known for the Chaopora Fort and the Rave culture.
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If you are lucky, then you will definitely be able to find this secret beach, which is also one of the smallest beach here. If you really wish to enjoy this 200ft covered with sand land, located between the high altitude rocks amidst a dense jungle, then take help of a local there. The other option is to take a boat costing INR 2000 per person from Palolem Beach to reach this tiny wonderland. This can be said one of the popular places to visit in Goa.
It’s not difficult to judge why the beach is named as butterfly, yes you are going to enjoy some beautiful species of butterflies here. Some of the added points to visit this beach its calm vibes, stunning sunsets, spotting dolphins, and just to relax and fall in love with the nature.
Location: North of Palolem Beach
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Located in North Goa, this beach is one of the most visited beaches and many foreigners and fishermen can be found here. The shoreline is lined up with many flea markets to buy some souvenirs, garments store, different ranges of hotels, wooden bungalows and restaurants having the option of dining with your feet immersed in the water, such a WOW feature.
This beach doesn’t enjoy high and fast currents and so it’s quite easier to swim and enjoy the beach. Palolem beach is known for silent discos also, wherein you wear your wireless headphones and party hard without getting disturbed with the sound of the tides.
Location: Palolem Beach, Canacona
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With colourful boats in the waters, golden and soft sands and complete calmness, Agonda beach is one of the known beaches in South Goa. The beach is lined up with some chic and simple shacks, wherein you can enjoy your drinks with a beautiful view of the sunset and sound of waves. Visitors come and meditate here because of the peacefulness of this place. You can find many people sunbathing, swimming or surfing here as the waves are not very high here. If you are in search of something magical and at the same time serene, definitely visit this beach.And not to forget the Agonda church which is located in the centre of the beach.
Location: Canacona in South Goa district, India
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Again located in South Goa, this beach is much known for the food stalls serving yummy sea food and water sport activities like parasailing, speed boat, jet skiing and snorkelling. This beach is crowded not only with Indians, but you may also spot many foreigners here. The length of the beach is 2.4 km with tall flowing coconut trees and white sands being the highlight of this place. One who enjoys night parties, you can always come to this beach and enjoy the well organised night parties. The crowded pubs and shacks make this place more popular and vibrant.
Location: South Goa, India
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One of the most popular and famous beaches among families and friends, Baga beach is located in North Goa and is the most crowded beach here. This beach is known for amazing nightlife, rocking beach parties, and delicious local food and seafood. Here you can enjoy water sports fully. Night lovers, this beach definitely won’t let you down as Baga beach is known as the main hub for some of the best night parties happening in Goa. The shoreline is jam packed with shacks, tattoo shops, palmistry shops, spas, local shopping and much more to make your holiday a perfect one.
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This beach can be considered as a hidden gem, as you can find this beach hiding in between a valley of two small hills. To reach this beach, you need to reach the hilltop by climbing up and then get down through the steps to see this incredible and magnificent beach of Goa.
Quite calm, neat and the best picnic spots for families, this beach is a split between the beach and the freshwater blue lagoon. You won’t find many shacks and hotels here, which in turn keeps the calmness of the beach intact.
To conclude, do visit Goa once in your lifetime and experience the joy of vibrant flea markets, best tropical climate and wonderful beaches. This city not only attracts Indian tourists but is also quite popular among the international vacationers because of its pristine beaches lined with shacks and palm trees. So don’t wait and checkout some best Goa tour packages and have a wonderful beach holiday with your loved ones.