Untouched beaches, soft white sand and sunsets that have multiple hues of orange - that's what the beaches in South Goa have to offer and so much more! There are about 127 beaches in South Goa. But don't worry, I'm not going talk about all of them. Instead, I've handpicked 24 of the best ones that you should a place on your South Goa itinerary.
Here's a roundup of all you need to know about best beaches in south Goa:
1. Butterfly Beach
Accessible only by boat, Butterfly Beach is a secluded gem. The few who know about it, come here to sit by themselves and quietly reflect while staring into the aqua blue waters. There are no shops, hawkers or beach shacks to disturb you or break your trance. So pack your own picnic and eat while you enjoy the calm. Locals have also spotted dolphins here once in a while, so keep your eyes peeled while you're around.
2. Agonda Beach
Agonda Beach isn't as off-the-radar as other beaches in south Goa, but it's popularity (read: crowds) is nowhere close to Baga and Calangute. You'll find all kinds of beach pubs and eateries here. The choppy waves makes the sea a tad uncomfortable for a swim, but the romantic setting makes it lovely for walks and time on the sand. If you're here from October to May, you might even see Olive-Ridley turtles nesting in the sand.
3. Palolem
One of the most picture-perfect beaches in south Goa, Palolem is where you'll get those great "Goa clicks". Palm trees line the sand and classy timber huts offer food and accommodation. It makes for a great family destination, as the beach is guarded and thus super safe for swimming and kayaking. Many kinds of recreational classes such as yoga and cooking are also held nearby; ask locals for more information.
4. Patnem Beach
Patnem Beach is located only 10 minutes away from Palolem, but has a more chilled out vibe. The best thing to do here is laze in the sand, sip on a drink and occasionally flex your muscles and go paddle-board on the water. Go here to get away from beach shacks and people.
5. Cola Beach
You'll have to rent a motorbike or a car to get to this beach, but it'll be well worth it. Hidden Cola Beach in Canacona, is surrounded by towering coconut trees and is supposedly one of the most scenic beaches in south Goa. The beach lies in the middle of forested cliffs and next to a beautiful shining emerald lagoon!
6. Grandmother’s hole Beach
Grandmother's Hole is a narrow sandy beach, with rocks on the shore. This rocky beach of South Goa provides a great view of sunset.
7. Baina Beach
This is a lesser known beach and is always very empty. This is not much popular with tourists.
8. Hansa Beach
Hansa beach is blessed with clear water with long sand stretch though not open for public. This area is controlled by Indian Navy, making access to this place difficult.
9. Bogmalo Beach
This beach is famous for its close proximity to Airport, Goa Institute of Diving and BITS Pilani, Goa campus.
10. Velsao Beach
Velsao beach is also closer to airport and is famous for white sand, star fish and coconut trees making a serene surrounding.
11. Cansaulim Beach
An extension of Velsao beach, Cansaulim beach is quiet, calm and clean with white sand and palm trees.
12. Arossim Beach
This beach is famous for occurrence of Star fish and jelly fish.
13. Utorda Beach
One of the isolated clean beaches with blue water with white sand is situated between Arossim and Majorda beach.
14. Betalbatim Beach
Another beautiful beach of Goa with long stretch of sand is still less explored than Colva and Majorda beach.
15. Colva Beach
A highly commercialized beach in South Goa has got long stretch of sands also hosts many water sports.
16. Benaulim Beach
This beach is famous for fishing among locals also attracts crowd in evening and weekends.
17. Varca Beach
This south Goa beach is better than Colva beach for people searching for solitude and serenity. With beautiful resorts and soft sand, this beach is good to stay and relax for few days.
18. Cavalossim Beach
Situated between Sal River and Arabian Sea, this beach is famous for dolphin spotting trips, shacks and lava rocks.
19. Mobor Beach
This beach has started getting popularity recently. Long stretch of clear sand and water sports attracts the tourists but still remains not much crowded.
20. Hollant Beach
This sandy and rocky beach is one of the few beaches in Goa to provide beautiful view of sunrise.
21. Betul Beach
Providing a picture perfect location, this rocky beach is an amalgamation of a lagoon, a river, a fort and an ocean giving true Goan essence.
22. Cabo de Rama Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches of Goa, this beach provides a picture perfect view from Cabo de Rama fort. Though a little trekking is required to reach here, every step is worth viewing this splendid beauty.
23. Kakolem Beach
Also known as tiger beach, a little spring is also near to this place. Located in South of Cabo de Rama, reaching here requires trekking or hiring a boat. The unparalleled beauty of this beautiful beach is definitely worth a watch for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
24. Cola Beach
Cola beach is one of the hidden beaches of Goa hiding exotic and tranquil beauty of South Goa beaches. Also known as blue lagoon beach, this beach has incomparable beauty. A small lagoon on one side and long stretch of sand on other side provides a soulful and splendid view.
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