The beaches of South Goa are considered to be the best beaches in the state. In comparison with, on the southern beaches of the South, there are much fewer people, they are mainly chosen for families with children and people of age.
There are practically no parties like on Arambol on the southern beaches of the South: after 11 o'clock in the evening, everything here closes.
Lifeguards are on duty at all the beaches of South Goa. During strong waves, they drive along the beaches in jeeps and make sure that vacationers do not go further than waist-high. In addition to waves, there is another danger in the sea - reverse currents, so it is not worth not listening to the rescuers and swimming far into the sea.
Almost all the beaches of South Goa are white and very fine, like flour, sand, crunching underfoot like snow. Due to such fine sand, the beach strip is very dense and it is easy to ride a bike on it (you can rent it at the beach entrance) and even a car (but this is only allowed for lifeguards).
The beaches of Velsao, Kansaulim, Arossim, Utorda, Majorda, Betalbatim, Colva, Sernabatim, Benaulim, Varka, Cavelossim, Mobor, Betul are one continuous 27-kilometer stretch of sand, the beaches merge one into the other, between the beaches there are desert areas without sun beds and shekov: here you can sunbathe on your own towels if you want peace and quiet.
According to our observations, in the first half of the day the sea in South Goa is calmer, there is practically no wind. After lunch, waves appear and the wind begins so strong that it blows off the umbrellas.
What are the best beaches in South Goa? In our article, we will tell you in detail about each of them and mark all the beaches on the map.
Arossim
Arossim Beach is a smooth continuation of Kansaulim. Why the beaches of Kansaulim and Arossim are called differently is not clear: there is only one village near these beaches. There are no differences between the beaches: the same lack of people, fishing boats, there are several sheks on the beach.
Utorda
Compared to previous beaches, Utorda Beach is quite lively. There are many hotels here, including several hotels where package tourists are brought. However, the beach is not very crowded and calm. There are many cafes and beach chairs on the beach. The beach strip is wide, the sand is light and fine.
Majorda
Continuation of Utorda beach, there is no difference between the beaches. Geographically, the area of the Majorda settlement includes the beaches of Utorda, Majorda, Betalbatim and Colva. But the last Colva has become many times more popular with tourists than Majorda itself, so Majorba Beach is not crowded today. Nevertheless, there are quite a lot of sheks on the beach, and in the village there are hotels (including 5-star ones). The sand, as in this entire 30-kilometer zone, is light, fine and creaky, like snow.
Betalbatim
Betalbatim is a very tiny village. There is no such developed infrastructure as in Colva or Majorda, but these neighboring villages in Betalbatim can be reached in just 20 minutes along the beach. Instead of palm trees, the coast of Betalbatim is decorated with pine trees.
They write that it is from this beach that you can sometimes observe dolphins swimming quite close to the shore, but we have never seen them. Local fishermen can offer boat trips along the coast to dolphin habitats.
There are several beach shacks on Betalbatim Beach, but otherwise it is pretty deserted. Suitable for a calm, measured rest. The northern part of Betalbatim has its own name - Sunset beach.
Colva
Only we
In the morning, there are no people at all on Varka, but by sunset people appear here (mostly Indians) and one beach attraction was even seen - a parachute.
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Cavelossim
Cavelossim Beach is the most prestigious beach in South Goa. In terms of its liveliness and infrastructure, it resembles Kolva, but in comparison with it, it is more and more fashionable here. There is even a shopping center on Cavelossim.
The beach has a large hotel area, hotels are mostly expensive.
Many famous five-star hotels are located here. For example, Leela Goa Beach Resort, where Putin lived during the BRICS convention in South Goa. The BRICS itself was held in another 5-star hotel in Benaulim - Taj Exotica. In addition to these, in Benaulim there are hotels of the world chains Radisson Blue and Holiday Inn.
The village also has its own Catholic Church, Holy Cross Church.
The central part of the Cavelossim beach is very crowded, of the vacationers most of all are Russian-speaking tourists who come on package tours. Unlike Colva, there are no Indians vacationing in Cavelossim.
The territory of the Cavelossim beach is quite long - about 10 km. Conifers grow on the beach instead of palm trees.
There are many beach cafes in the central part, mostly with Russian signs and menus. Each cafe has a beach shower and toilet.
There is a very wide list of beach activities, prices for them:
If you move away from the central part to the left or to the right, you can get to deserted areas of the beach, without sun loungers and shacks.
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Mobor
Mobor Beach is a continuation of Cavelossim Beach, in fact, it is just the southernmost part of it. If in the village of Cavelossim those who want a quiet measured rest without parties rest, then in the village of Mobor those who want a fun and party nightlife stay.
In Mobor, there is the Party Zone club at the Holiday Inn Resort: it is believed that the best discos of South Goa are held here.
The beach itself is the same as in Caveossima: white fine sand, palm trees. On this beach is the mouth of the Sol River: the river goes around the entire Mobor beach and flows into the sea. The beach is also distinguished by picturesque lakes with lotuses.
Here, as in Cavelossim, there are many entertainment options for those who are sick: boat trips, rabalka, parasailing, cycling, etc.
Betul
Natural continuation of the Mobor beach. The last beach is a 27-kilometer stretch of beach that starts just behind the airport. It is famous for its fishing port, where boats and trawlers bring their catch. Fishing village, which consists mainly of small huts of fishermen and their families.
There are few hotels in Betula, the most famous of which is Bamboo House Goa: the hotel restaurant Blue Whale offers the widest selection of dishes from the seafood caught here.
The beach is very uncrowded and picturesque.
View point and Holy Cross Chapel-Baradi
On the way from Cavelossim to the next Colu beach, we highly recommend stopping by the Baradi church, which is located near the village of Betul. The cross at the chapel is considered miraculous and healing from diseases.
From here, a very beautiful view opens up of the palm plantations and the Sal river flowing into the sea.
Other photos from the observation deck near the Baradi Church:
Chapel of Baradi on the map:Canaguinim
The wild Canaguinim Beach is 12 km from the crowded Cavelossim. Small. an incredibly picturesque beach hidden from prying eyes by rocks overgrown with greenery. Swimming on the beach is difficult due to the large number of rocks protruding from the sea.
There is no tourist infrastructure on this beach: there are no sheks, merchants, beach shops. Accommodation can only be found in the village of Canaguinim, located 1 km from the beach: but it will only be a room in a private house, since there are no hotels here either.
Most often, those who want to be on a wild deserted beach without people and civilization come here just for 1 day.
Cola
Definitely the most heavenly beach in all of Goa. It is located between Cavelossim and Agonda, but is surrounded on all sides by rocks, which is why it can only be reached by a single road of terrible quality. The beach is only available at, 6 months of the year. During the rainy seasons, this broken road is washed out and it is simply impossible to drive to the beach.
Kolya has no infrastructure, except for the only cafe at the entrance to the beach.
Of the hotels, only bungalow huts are presented here, there are quite a few of them. Room prices start at Rs 3,000 per night. We especially liked these houses on the mountain:
Cola Beach consists of three parts: the first is the most "crowded" (although it is, of course, wrong to call a beach crowded with a couple of dozen people), it is limited on both sides by boulders that can be easily overcome. The sand on the first part of the Cola is of an unusual black color, and the grains of sand themselves are large.
On the second part of the beach there are fewer houses, and there are only a couple of people on the beach. The sand here is coarse, predominantly dark yellow in color with small black-sand areas. The second piece of Cola beach is also limited by huge boulders.
The third part of the beach is the most empty. There are two hotels here, which offer an unusual type of accommodation - tents.
- Cola Beach Sunset Bay Hotel. Cost of 1 night in a tent 6,500 rupees for double occupancy.
- Cola Beach Exclusive Tented Resort. Cost of 1 night in a tent 5700 rupees for double occupancy.
There are sun loungers in front of the tents, but we did not see people.
There is already completely yellow coarse sand, there is no black sand.
this piece of the beach is so deserted that you can try the famous Goan beach yoga (if you are embarrassed to do it in the crowded Colva, for example):
The Cola beach ends with a beautiful green mountain with palm trees, when looking at which one immediately remembers Andrei Mironov's song "All covered with greenery, absolutely all, there is an island of bad luck in the ocean ..."
We loved Cola Beach. Although, swimming in the waves is unsafe here because of the boulders that stick out of the water along the entire beach. And yet, if you make a rating of the best beaches in South Goa, then Cola will definitely top this list.
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Agonda
The village of Agona is very lively, along the coast there is a long beach street with many shops and cafes, from which you can go to the beach anywhere.
The entire Agonda beach is a wide strip of sand and a wide variety of beach houses-hotels. The beach is about 2.5 km long.
Of the vacationers there are more Indians and Europeans, there are very few Russians, unlike Colva, Benaulim, Cavelossim and Palolem. Quiet and calm beach, but it cannot be called uncrowded.
In addition to many cozy hotels, there are also a large number of restaurants on the beach.
The sand on Agonda is rather fine, dark yellow in color, with an admixture of black sand.
In the southern part of the beach there are huge picturesque boulders protruding from the sea.
The beach ends with a mountain jutting into the sea.
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Butterfly
Butterfly Beach is an inaccessible, wild beach in South Goa. The beach is only about 100 meters long, there is absolutely nothing and no one on it (except for the same as you, possible tourists who came here by boat).
It is believed that you can get there only by sea, from the beaches of Agonda or Palolem (the cost of renting a boat is from 800 to 1100 rupees in both directions). You can also rent a kayak (there is such a service on Palolem beach), it will take 40 minutes to row (2.5 km by sea).
In fact, it is possible to get to Butterfly beach by land, but this is a very bad road, in some places just a pile of stones. In the rainy season, this road is not at all, it is flooded. It is quite dangerous to overcome this road on a bike, but it is completely impossible by car, the safest thing is to walk.
Palolem
- a paradise beach with famous palm trees stretching to the water. But it is not at all like the one that it is called in guidebooks. Today Palolem has a very developed infrastructure and a rather crowded beach.
The beach is located in a quiet bay, thanks to which it is protected from wind and waves.
Along the entire beach there are a wide variety of houses, a distinctive feature of which is that they are all built on stilts (in contrast to the houses of Agonda). Also along the entire beach there are numerous beach cafes - sheki.
Snow-white crisp sand, calm blue sea, paradise beach bungalows "on legs" - this is what Palolem means.
The southern part of the beach is the most crowded and noisy; the sandy strip here is rather narrow. In the northern part, on the contrary, there are noticeably fewer people and a very wide sandy strip.
Southern part of Palolem: narrow sandy strip, right next to the necks
Wide beach in the northern part of Palolem
If you're lucky, you can watch the dolphins that live near the beach.
Palolem Beach offers numerous activities: parasailing, boat trips, water skiing. There is also an opportunity to rent a kayak, the cost of 1 hour is 200 rupees.
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Colombes
A remote beach of South Goa, nestled with a small horseshoe-shaped bay. Suitable for a quiet, secluded getaway. The beach is very picturesque: golden soft sand and black boulders on the beach strip and in the water.
There are several beach cafes on the beach and small bungalow houses. It is home to the rather famous eco-complex Bhakti Kutir, where you can rent a house made exclusively from sustainable local materials, and where you will be offered organic food.
You can also stay in a more substantial hotel in a village close to the beach.
Colomb Beach has its own attraction - a rock called the Drum of the Pandavs (heroes of Indian legends, warrior brothers). It is believed that if you throw a stone into a rock and hit a certain place, you can hear the sound of a drum.
You can reach Colomb Beach on foot from the nearby Palolem Beach (you can also sail from it by boat). You can also take a bus that travels from to Palolem.
Putnam
Putnam Beach is an improved version of Palolem. Here is the same paradise beach with golden sand and good infrastructure, but many times fewer people. Due to its location in a small bay, there are no big waves on Patnem, which is why families with children often choose this beach.
The length of the beach is about 1 km. On both sides, Patnem ends with rocky headlands. From the trees on Putnem, you can find both palms and pine trees.
There is a small street along the beach with various shops selling clothes, souvenirs, fruits. There are many beach cafes on the beach itself.
Not far from the beach is Canacona, the main town of the region. There are shops, ATMs and other benefits of civilization.
There are beach bungalow houses on the beach itself. There are also quite a few hotels in Canacona.
On the northern part of the beach is the Harmonica Healing Center, which offers a wide variety of wellness treatments and practices (including yoga and reiki).
Rajbag (Raj Baga)
An uncrowded and picturesque beach with a length of about 1 km. The entire territory behind the beach is occupied by the huge luxury hotel The LaLiT Golf & Spa Resort Goa, so mainly its guests rest on Rajbag. There are no other hotels and housing in general on Rajbag.
Five star Lalit hotel on Rajbag beach
There is only 1 beach cafe on Rajbag, no merchants.
You can get to Rajbag on foot from the nearby Patnem beach (not along the coast), or by kayak rented on Palolem (but it will be quite difficult sailing).
At the southern end of the beach, the rather full-flowing Talpon River flows into the sea, which separates Rajbag Beach from the next Talpon beach.
Talpona
Quiet, secluded, paradise beach due to its distant location. There are practically no people here, at some hours you will be the only visitors to this coast.
Despite its desolation, Talpon still has several beachside cafes with low prices.
A hut can be rented on the shore, there is also some accommodation in the village close to the beach.
Galjibaga (Turtle Beach)
Galjibaga Beach is considered the secret beach of South Goa. Indeed, few people know about him. Several kilometers of clean sand, a pine grove instead of palm trees and no sun loungers on the beach.
Galjibaga is famous among Goa patrons as one of the few places in Goa where you can eat the freshest oysters cheaply. We took a serving of fresh oysters with lime there for just Rs 200 per 7 oyster serving.
A deserted and paradise beach, very similar to our beloved Paradise beach, which is located in the state of Maharashtra, near the Arambol beach of North Goa. In the pine grove that begins after the sand, there are several cafes serving fresh seafood. The rest of the infrastructure on the beach is missing.
Galjibaga is also known for the fact that there is a turtle nursery on this beach. They say that some turtles lay their eggs right on the sand, but during the day they do not go ashore, only at night.
By the field
This is the last beach in South Goa, immediately behind which begins another Indian state - Karnataka. The beach field is a crescent-shaped sandy strip about 700 meters long. Palm trees and pine trees grow along the sandy strip. The beach is fenced on both sides by green promontories jutting out into the sea.
The beach is completely deserted by the field, few people and rarely ever reach the farthest beach in Goa. Mostly local fishermen live here, but there are also several beach cafes-sheks. Also, for those wishing to spend a longer time on the paradise deserted beach, there are several bamboo huts on the beach, which can be rented for as little as Rs 200 per night.
You can get to Polem by bus, which goes from Margao or Panaji (you will have to walk about 1.5 km from the road through rice fields), as well as by auto rickshaw, taxi, rented bike or rented boat (you will need to agree with the owner of the boat when you will need to be taken back).
All about holidays in Goa in 2020! Reviews of tourists, pros and cons. Prices for tours, hotels, food. The best resorts and beaches. Helpful hints.
Goa is the smallest, most Europeanized and most tourist state in India. After a vacation in Goa, someone is imbued with eternal love for him, some even leave to live, and someone else cannot be lured with gingerbread. We will tell you everything you need to know about a vacation in Goa, and you decide whether to go there or not.
When is the best time to go to Goa
High season. According to reviews, the best time to stay in Goa is from November to March... The peak season, when the state is overcrowded with tourists and prices skyrocket, is December-February. The weather is ideal: almost no precipitation, the humidity is comfortable. Water temperature +28 ... + 29 ° С, air temperature during the day +33 ... + 34 ° С, at night around +22 ... + 24 ° С. It can be chilly by the sea in the evenings, so bring a light sweater with sleeves.
Low season. Some people go on vacation to Goa in the low season - so you can save money and relax in silence. For example, in April the weather is still good, only it gets hotter and the wind intensifies, and there are fewer tourists.
This is the weather in high season in Goa (Photo © Sergi Hill / flickr.com / License CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Tours to Goa in 2020
Prices are indicated for two people with a flight from Moscow.
The most expensive vacation in Goa is for New Year and Catholic Christmas. Prices jump sharply, and the minimum prices for tours to the cheapest hotels 1-2 * cost from 90 thousand rubles per week, and in 4-5 * - from 150 thousand!
Much cheaper in January: a week's vacation in Goa in budget hotels costs from 40 thousand, in 4-5 * - from 90 thousand. Prices for vouchers for 11 nights are only slightly higher - by 10-20 thousand, and sometimes they coincide in price with tours for a week!
In February and March, vouchers are slightly more expensive: a week in inexpensive hotels - from 45-50 thousand rubles, in 4-5 * - from 70-90 thousand rubles.
Advice. Always compare the cost of tours for a week and 11 days - sometimes the prices are the same or the difference is small. Also look for last minute tours - there are especially many of them in Goa.
Palolem Beach in Goa (Photo © tripster.ru / Uncharted beaches of North Goa) How much are tickets to Goa
Lowest prices for air tickets to Goa from Moscow and back in winter and spring - 23-28 thousand rubles per person. To fly from St. Petersburg is almost twice as expensive - from 42 thousand rubles. In the range of 42-45 thousand rubles there are tickets from Voronezh, Novosibirsk, Kazan, Perm, Krasnoyarsk, Ufa and Samara.
Insurance. Before traveling to India, we advise you to buy a medical policy for your peace of mind. Take out insurance on the websites or - they compare prices from all major insurance companies. You can choose a policy according to the parameters you need and the best price. The policy costs from 450 rubles for 10 days.
Do Russians need a visa to Goa
Yes, you need a visa. You can get it online, upon arrival (if you fly on a tour), or order in advance. According to reviews, most tourists make out e-visa in Goa online is the simplest and most convenient solution. You send the documents and pay the fee, and they will send you a document by e-mail, which must be printed and shown to the officer at the airport. Valid for 60 days. Price - $ 100 + $ 2 for payment by card.
Incredible view when traveling by train, Goa (Photo © unsplash.com / @jk) South or North Goa - which one to choose?
North and South Goa are very different! Find out how to choose the best resort.
South Goa: dear and calm rest. South Goa is almost 2.5 times larger than its northern counterpart in area and 3 times in length of the coastline. There are excellent sandy beaches, clear water and mountains. In the reviews, tourists are advised to go to South Goa for families with children and those who want privacy - there are fewer people here, but hotels are mostly expensive.
North Goa: budget and party holidays. In the north of the state, there are beaches with grayish volcanic sand, not as beautiful as in the south. The infrastructure is better developed here, the choice of housing is greater - from luxury hotels to cheap guesthouses. And if the south is preferred by lovers of secluded relaxation, then in the north noisy parties and nightlife are in full swing. Generally, the unpretentious audience comes here, their goal is entertainment. This part of the state was once chosen by hippies in the 60s of the last century.
It used to be a hippie vacation spot, now it is a popular crowded beach with hotels and restaurants. Locals love to visit Calangute, it never happens empty. Around - palm groves, at the entrance rises the dome of the temple. There is also an art gallery with works by local painters. According to reviews about a vacation in Goa, the main drawback of this beach is a lot of crowds and the obsession of local merchants.
Calangute Beach (Photo © booking.com / Canopus by Vista Rooms) Candolim beach
The beach is clean and not as crowded as Calangute. But the descent to it is quite steep. Candolim is considered more prestigious: locals rarely come here, more often foreigners.
According to the reviews of tourists, this beach in Goa is very fond of Indians and come to rest with their families. Mostly they crowd at the main entrances, so move 200-300 meters to the side - there are fewer people.
Colva Beach (Photo © booking.com / C Roque) Betalbatim beach
Well suited for family and relaxing holidays, several hotels and shacks on almost 1.5 km of sandy strip. The most popular among our tourists is Nanu Resort Goa.
This beach is loved by Russians. Prices in Morjim are higher, but the infrastructure is developed - new bungalows, excellent restaurants, always well-groomed territory. The wave is good for surfing and kiting. All hotels are located in the green zone one kilometer from Morjim.
Morjim Beach (Photo © booking.com / Larisa Beach Resort) Arambol beach
The beach is with fine sand, white and gold, surrounded by cottages and huts. A yoga center is also organized here. Arambol is popular with surfers and hippies, but the place is quite calm and peaceful.
Ashvem Beach
Ashvem is calm and not crowded. Shallow warm backwater and shakes with varied cuisine. According to reviews, it is better for romantics and families with children to relax on this beach in Goa.
(Photo © Natesh Ramasamy / flickr.com / CC BY-NC 2.0 License)
Goa hotel reviews and prices - 2020
South Goa hotels are better than hotels in the north. But in North Goa, there are many budget housing. The range of housing prices in the state is huge: you can rent a double room from $ 8 per night to $ 400-500 and even more.
There are many hotels here - choose for every taste! The cost of a simple double room not far from the coast starts from $ 8-9 per night, many housing offers in the $ 10-30 range. Pay attention to hotel ratings and reviews - this is especially important in India.
Prices for hotels in Goa in high season 2020 for double occupancy:
- a beautiful area, a garden, separate bungalows, a clean beach, delicious breakfasts, but there are also rooms with crumbling furniture and battered linens.Bad hotels... Tourists left a lot negative reviews about Valentines Retreat in Candolim: old furniture and bathroom, poor food and poor service, it is better not to use laundries. They complain about The Golden Palms Colva 4 * hotel - poor service, worn-out furniture, unpretentious food, which becomes too spicy in the summer due to the influx of Indian tourists.
Top view of ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa (Photo © booking.com) Goa food prices - 2020
According to reviews, the prices in Goa pleasantly surprise tourists, they are so low here: a portion of soup costs 50-60 rupees, rice with chicken 100-150 rupees, shrimp - 150 rupees, tea - about 30 rupees, juice - from 50 rupees. True, you will have to pay at least 1200 rupees for the lobster. ...
The main catering establishment is a beach shack (shek). Kitchen-shed with everything you need, in front of it there is a terrace and tables for visitors. So primitive, but how delicious! There are Indian, Chinese, European dishes, always seafood, chicken, rice, juices.
In reviews of food in Goa, tourists call Cafe Maitree in Arambol the best and frankly expensive - check the price of the dish in advance. If homesickness takes over, stop by Home Cafe Dacha in Arambol, where you can eat for Rs 300-500. Rainbow Bar is popular in Morjim - tasty, inexpensive, good service, the average check is 500 rupees.
Find out where else you can have an inexpensive vacation and live.
Thali - Several dishes on a tray or banana leaf (Photo © bionicgrrrl / flickr.com / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 License) Holidays in Goa are not only warm sea, bright burning sun, luxurious beaches and colorful tropics. Goa embodies the best features of Indian and European culture. Life here is leisurely. You will be able to feel relaxation and serenity. This is an ideal place for those who need a complete and comfortable rest. For everyone who has been to goa, this place is something personal and special. After all, there is everything you need here: from calm, cozy deserted beaches to noisy entertainment areas. A large number of interesting and rich excursions are organized in Goa, which will tell you a lot about the culture and life of the country.
Rest here is possible throughout the year due to the mild climate. But from June to September it rains, which brings tropical monsoons. Both in winter and in summer, the temperature varies from + 23 ° С to + 33 ° С.
Those who gravitate towards an active "party" vacation should choose the northern regions of the island, in the central one the rest is of a mixed type - ideal for those who do not know exactly what they want from the upcoming vacation. In the southern part, life is more solid and measured, there are a large number of luxury hotels, comfortable comfortable beaches. Everything here personifies comfort and sophistication.
The length of Goa's beaches is over 100 kilometers. Centers for water sports are organized on the coast. Diving will give you an extraordinary sensation and experience. This is an opportunity to see real sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, exotic fish, walk through the underwater coral cities. In addition to a juicy tan, beaches and the sea on the island, vacationers are engaged in self-improvement, rejuvenation and weight loss. For this, Ayurveda centers have been created, where qualified specialists will give a lot of useful advice on the basics of a healthy lifestyle, talk about proper nutrition, and teach you how to relieve stress and tension. All dishes served in cafes and restaurants are made from natural products.
Another type of recreation is sightseeing. As a rule, tourists visit Panaji, enjoy the picturesque view of the mysterious Dudhsagara waterfall with a lake containing crystal clear water. They go to see spice plantations, ride elephants, hunt crocodiles in the mangroves of Kumbarhua and Mandovi. Goa, like other regions of India, has a rich cultural heritage, a large number of architectural monuments.
Markets are regularly organized on the island, where you can buy souvenirs for friends and relatives, arrange cheap shopping. Prices here are much lower than those charged by street vendors. Remember that it is prohibited to export spices, tea and local port abroad. Many people come here to enjoy the culinary delights of the local cuisine. Perhaps the main distinguishing feature is the abundance of spices. In local restaurants, you can order a huge freshly caught fish, which will be cooked in front of your eyes. Drink it with local fenny alcohol, and you will get an indescribable sensation. It is impossible to accurately determine the prices for holidays in Goa. They may vary depending on the area of the island, hotel, resort and additional services that you will use during your trip.
The quality of your vacation depends on its organization. Without knowledge of the matter, you can lose a lot of energy, money and time and not get what the island could give you. Therefore, it is very important that professionals are engaged in the formation of the route. Please contact the specialists of our company. We will arrange for you the best vacation in Goa.
Administratively and historically, Goa is divided into northern and southern zones, the border between which runs along the mouth of the Zuari River.
This division largely determines the characteristics of the tourist infrastructure and organization of recreation, and also makes the difference between the districts in terms of energy and atmosphere noticeable. Until now, the debate about where is the best place to relax in Goa: in the north or south? To answer this question for yourself, it is worth understanding the distinctive features of these areas.
It has been so since the days of the hippie movement that North Goa is chosen by adherents of outdoor activities, dancing, parties and other entertainment... People come to this part of India not in search of tranquility, but rather for new existential impressions and experiences, as the legendary Liverpool four once did. The Beatles.
Local beaches are always full of young people, cheerful, noisy, easy-going.
And in general, the public gathers here unpretentious: North Goa does not offer tourists ultra-modern hotels and elite service. Therefore, the conditions here are simpler and much lower than in the neighboring southern district.
The best beaches in North Goa
1. Arambol
Arambol is considered the hallmark of North Goa - it is the most famous local beach and therefore the busiest. There are many bars, cafes (sheks), inexpensive hotels, shops and street vendors. Arambol is also known to tourists for its beach market and the so-called "drum circle", which is going to send the sun into the sunset every day.
2. Mandrem
It is difficult to see a noisy, dashing company on Mandrem; it is more often chosen by married couples. It belongs to the number of beaches in North Goa, where it is better to relax with children. The conditional boundaries of its territory are two small rivers, through one of which there are simple bamboo bridges. On the sandy strip along the sea, there are many shallow natural pools with seawater - children especially like to splash in them.
3. Morjim
This gently sloping sandy beach is an attraction in itself: locals jokingly call it "Moscow Beach". The vast majority of tourists here are Russian-speaking, and this tendency is noticeable in everything: the names of dishes on the cafe menu, the lexicon of merchants, music sounds everywhere ...
Compared to other beaches in North Goa, Morjim is not cheap. But here it is very cool to practice kiting and windsurfing: hot, sunny and moderately windy weather is the best way for these types of recreation.
Last minute tours to the best beaches of Goa
4. Calangute
In the eyes of tourists, Calangute is a whole town with a well-developed beach infrastructure: hotels, cafes, restaurants, massage, sun loungers on the coast, and much more. Here, almost at any time of the year, it is quite noisy and crowded, but various types of recreation are always available and guests of North Goa have no problems with accommodation and food.
5. Candolim
If it is difficult to decide where it is better to go to rest in Goa, Candolim can serve as a "golden mean". Perhaps this is the most respectable and "secular" beach in the district, closer in spirit to South Goa than North.
Prices are higher here, but the conditions meet expectations.: peaceful atmosphere, comfortable accommodation, well-developed infrastructure. The descent to the sea is quite steep, but this drawback is redeemed by the beauty and spaciousness of the water surface, on which you can see the figures of kiters and windsurfers.
Holidays in South Goa
South Goa is considered in India to be a place of respectable relaxation, full of dignity and leisurely contemplation. The electoral public comes here: wealthy or even very wealthy tourists, claiming a high level of service and accommodation with maximum comfort.
In South Goa, it is better to relax for those who are looking for the opportunity to visit gorgeous beaches with light clean sand and stay in a 5-star hotel.
Here you can be sure of additional services for the child (animator, children's room, etc.), so South Goa is often chosen for. In general, a mature and sedate audience gathers at local resorts, so night parties and noisy parties are rare here.
Best beaches in South Goa
1. Colva Beach
The cleanest and most beautiful beach with a length of more than 24 km proudly bears the title of the best in the entire state of Goa. Smooth sandy bottom, gentle slope to the water, weak current make it safe, especially for bathing children.
The conditions for recreation in this part of South Goa are different: from luxurious hotels with spacious rooms to very small guest houses. Another feature of the place is its active nightlife: in addition to entertainment venues open after sunset, there is even a night market.
2. Cavelossim
A snow-white beach framed by palm groves with luxurious villas and a huge selection of entertainment: from catamaran riding and diving to fire shows and fireworks. Various excursions and trips across India are organized from here, including boat trips with dolphins. And lovers of night discos will delight Party Zone, disco club number 1 in South Goa.
3. Majorda
Those who have ever been to India in Goa do not have the question of where it is better to go to rest - of course, to the Majorda resort! According to the reviews of tourists, it is here that a truly gorgeous beach with white fine and gentle sand is located, not to mention the stunning landscapes.
Local cafes serve national dishes, have a menu in Russian, and host entertainment events with dancing and music. Of the undoubted advantages is the opportunity to visit SPA, go on an excursion and do almost any sport: from volleyball to surfing.
4. Palolem
A relatively small South Goa beach (only about 2 km) with atmospheric bungalows and boats on the shore. It is located in a bay, so there are no big waves and water activities are simple and quite traditional. The sand is fine and soft, cleanliness and order reign around, many cafes and sheks are open, and the choice of accommodation for rest is practically unlimited: hotels, guest houses, bungalows.
5. Cooking
Uncrowded, well-maintained and beautiful beach with enchanting natural views. There are not so many entertainments here: you can go on a bike ride or watch dolphins. Prices for accommodation in local hotels are quite high, but the level of service corresponds to them.
North or South Goa, which is better
Travel to North Goa if you:
- for the first time you are going on vacation to India and want to get to know the way of life of its inhabitants;
- value the spirit of freedom over the comfortable shackles of civilization;
- enjoy simple human pleasures;
- are young in body and soul and want to keep this feeling for a long time.
A truly paradise is located on the western coast of India - Goa. It is the smallest Indian state, with an area of only 660 square kilometers. At the same time, Goa occupies a significant place in world tourism due to its amazing sandy beaches stretching on the shores of the Arabian Sea. By the way, the length of the coast of Goa stretches as much as 110 km. It was there that about 40 resorts were created, attracting a huge number of tourists. Why are these holiday destinations so popular among tourists? It's not just about the beautiful beaches: in this unusual state of India, indigenous traditions are closely intertwined with familiar European customs. With a high level of comfort, visitors are invited to see with their own eyes the most ancient Indian monuments, participate in mysterious rituals, and go on a dangerous safari. In addition, vacation in Goa is affordable for anyone.
Conventionally, the territory of Goa is divided into South and North parts. The latter is especially attractive for active people. But in South Goa there are expensive hotels and the best beaches of the coast. In this article, we will tell you about the most famous Goa resorts in India.
North Goa Resorts
Basically, the northern part of Goa is home to small villages and towns, for example, Anjuna, Baga, Candolim, Vagator, Calangute, etc., where there are many small hotels and hostels.
The resorts of North Goa are especially popular among young people, and not only due to the relative cheapness of recreation. Here, in clubs or in the open air, dance parties known to all party-goers of the world are held for every taste - in pop, house, trance, and club styles. Found in the resorts of Goa in the northern part, downshifters and smoking hashish in cozy corners or using other stimulants.
For lovers of outdoor activities, the resort of Anjuna is suitable. True, its beaches are rocky. But the atmosphere of peace and boredom does not reign here: noisy trance parties are held and full of cheerful people.
A calmer environment is located in the Vagator resort, there are, however, also many clubs, but its beaches are also excellent.
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South Goa Resorts
This part of the Indian state is home to the most comfortable hotels adjacent to the most beautiful beaches. The best resorts in Goa include towns and villages: Colva, Benaulim, Mobor, Majorda, Varka, Cavelossim, Palolem. For those who like to relax in seclusion, we recommend buying a tour to Cola or Patnem, where you will meet very few people against the backdrop of beautiful landscapes. True, the infrastructure is poorly developed there.
You should also provide a description of the resort of Goa, considered the pearl of the smallest state in India - Palolem. It is this place that is considered by many to be an ideal place to relax: gentle waves, amazing nature, magnificent sandy beaches. If you wish, you can make a trip from here to nearby attractions: Dudhsagar waterfall, Cabo da Rama fort, Cotigao nature reserve or go diving. Almost always, hotels in Palolem, despite their high cost, are packed to capacity. Hence the only drawback of the resort is the noisy atmosphere due to the large number of people.
