The length of the Indian coastline is about 7,500 kilometers. There are many excellent beach resorts here, from the sands to the lively beaches along Marine Drive in . In this article, you can learn about some of the best beaches in India.
Chakratirt Beach, Gujarat
The large Chakratirth beach has a small “appendage” on the western side of the city walls. In many ways, it can be considered the most attractive beach in Gujarat. The main thing is that it is usually not crowded and is perfect for a relaxing beach holiday.Chowpatty Beach, Mumbai
Chowpatty Beach is located at the top of Marine Drive in Mumbai. In the evenings and on weekends, many city residents gather here. People come to the beach not to swim and splash (the sea is empty), but to walk along the shore, sit on the sand, eat kulfi (Indian ice cream) and puri, or even just chat while children ride a pony or a Ferris wheel.Anjuna Beach, North Goa
In the northern part of Anjuna beach, crowds of about twenty tourists and beachgoers gather on the shores of charming coves. The sounds of trance music are heard over the southern part. It gets especially noisy here after sunset, when the Curlie s and Shiva Valley bars located near the beach play music at full volume. During the season, DJs from all over the world perform on the summer stages of beach bars. There are tables with all kinds of food right on the sand.Morjim Beach, North Goa District
Morjim beach itself looks very attractively picturesque. A great place for a walk, especially in the morning, when local fishermen take out their nets not far from the shore. The southern part of the beach (opposite Chapora Fort) has a lot of birds.Mandrem Beach, North Goa
On the far side of the bay, next to the famous Ashvem Beach, there is another magnificent and almost empty beach, stretching all the way to Arambol. This is Mandrem - the last strip of beach sand unspoiled by civilization in the northern part of Goa. Sea turtles lay their eggs in the sand of a deserted beach, and in the sky you are likely to see a white-bellied eagle. Eagles nest in the crowns of casuarinas growing nearby. Here is their last “bastion” in North Goa.Arambol Beach, North Goa District
The main street of Arambol is a winding road, along the sides of which there are tables with clothes and fast food, travel agencies, Internet cafes and shops with all kinds of small souvenirs. Down the hillside from the main street there is an alley leading to the main city embankment, opposite which wooden boats with outrigger rowlocks swing on the waves. This is the most picturesque embankment in southern India. The best views are from the crucifix and the small Parasuram temple standing on the top of the hill north of the pier. The views are especially picturesque at sunset and after dark, when dancers, fire-swallowers and street musicians go home, and the embankment is illuminated by the light of candles and lanterns.Palolem Beach, South Goa
Ever since tourists flocked to the Goa coast, Palolem Beach, located ninety minutes south of Margao along the main highway, has become very popular. Beach tourists come here for a tan from November to March. The beach lies right at the foot of picturesque forested hills. The bay is simply charming, but in high season Palolem beach can get very crowded.Marine Parade Beach, Orissa
Marine Parade Beach is located along the boulevard of the same name, in the western part of the city of Orissa. The atmosphere on the coast is a bit reminiscent of the resorts of Victorian England. This strip of sand is the pride of the Indian tourism industry and is much cleaner than many other beaches. Marine Parade is a pleasant place to stroll, especially after sunset when the night souvenir market begins on the boulevard. Local fishermen patrol the coastal waters, acting as rescuers. You will recognize them by their characteristic triangular headdresses and traditional dhoti capes. Rescuers have to work hard, but still every year several people drown due to strong deep currents. If you are not a strong swimmer, be especially careful and do not swim too far from shore.Gopalpur, South Orissa
Once upon a time, the town of Gopalpur (aka Gopalpur-on-Sea, Gopalpur-on-Sea) was a very busy place. Nowadays, it is crowded here mainly during festivals and on holidays. The rest of the time it is just a large village with a “collection” of coastal hotels, inhabited by a few backpackers and fishermen fishing off the coast of Gopalpur. It is even possible that you will have to sunbathe on the beach sand in splendid isolation. Coconut groves, sleepy lagoons and small bays stretch along the long strip of sand. A refreshing breeze constantly blows from the sea. Gopalpur is a wonderful place for a walk.Marina Beach, Chennai
Marina Beach (aka Kamaraj Salai) in the state of Chennai is one of the longest urban beaches in the world, stretching five kilometers from the bay at the southeastern outskirts of George Town to the San Thome Cathedral. Today, the beach itself is more of a social place, an area for outdoor picnics and pony rides. Every day many people visit the beach market. The only thing that spoils the beach is its proximity to the port area and the direction of the currents that bring waste from the port to the coastal waters near the Marina.Benaulim Beach, South Goa
As soon as you arrive in South Goa, you can immediately head to Benaulim Beach, located six kilometers west of Margao, the second largest city in the state. You still won’t find a better place - this is the most “tourist-friendly” resort in the region. Benaulim is located in the heart of a remarkable 25-kilometer stretch of white sand. And although the cost of accommodation here is gradually increasing, prices for accommodation remain very low, and the level of hotel service continues to be high.Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam
Lighthouse is the largest and most equipped beach in Kovalam, where most of the city’s guests who come from other countries relax. A promenade with many shops and hotels stretches along the entire coast of the bay. The name Lighthouse Beach comes from the lighthouse that still stands at the southern end of the beach. You can climb the 142 steps of the spiral staircase (and another twelve steps of a small staircase) to the observation platform, which offers beautiful views of the embankment and the sea.Kovalam Beach, Kovalam
Kovalam, one of the three main beaches of Kovalam, is located near the Lighthouse. The chalets of the five-star Leela Kempinski resort can be seen nearby. On weekends, many guests from Kerala relax here, but on weekdays there are practically no people and Kovalam is a quieter alternative to the more southern beaches.Papa Nashini, Varkala
In Malayalam (the language of the southwestern regions of India), the most beautiful beach of Varkala, covered with snow-white sand, is called “Papa Nashini”, which translates as “destroyer of sins”. This piece of coastline has served as a place of worship since ancient times, and to this day devout people come here after praying at the nearby ancient Janardhana Swami Temple, standing on a hilltop just south of Papa Nashini. Believers, led by clergy, perform various religious rituals right on the shore. The best time to visit Papa Nashini beach is early morning, just after sunrise. And keep in mind: it is better to keep your camera in your bag.Papanasam Beach, Varkala
Papanasam Beach, lined with beautiful red rocks, is very picturesque. The atmosphere here is relatively calm, the beach is wonderful, but there is one problem - the beach has long-standing religious roots, which is why public nudity here is extremely undesirable (especially for women). Western-style beachgoers should stick to the northern part of the beach, where tourists and numerous street vendors gather. Look at the rocks - you might see an otter, or even more than one.Cherai Beach, Kochi, Kerala
The closest decent beach to Kochi is Cherai, located 25 kilometers north of the city, on Vypeen Island. A three-kilometer strip of golden sand stretches along the spit, on one side of which there is a sea favored by surfers, and on the other - lagoons with crystal clear water. There are many fishing villages not far from the coast. True, during high tide, nowhere on the Cherai beach can you find a section of sand whose width is more than a few meters. At sea, beware of deep currents. They can be very strong at times. Despite all the above disadvantages, Cherai beach is becoming more and more popular every year, and along the coastline, like mushrooms after rain, more and more resorts (small) and guesthouses are growing, where mainly foreign tourists stay.Ullal Beach, Mangalore
If you want to relax for a few hours from the bustle of the city, go to the village of Ullal, where the long sandy beach of the same name with pine trees stretches for several kilometers. Wall Beach is a popular place for strolling, especially in the evening when Mangaloreans come out here to watch the sunset. Please note that the coastal waters have very strong deep currents and swimming here is difficult and sometimes even unsafe. It's better to splash around in the pool at Summer Sands Beach Resort. The pool is located right next to the beach.Kudlee Beach, Karnataka
Along the kilometer-long Cudley Beach there are a couple of hills with steep slopes, about a dozen restaurants and one private hotel. This is the longest and widest of Gokarna's beaches and a great place for surfing, although the water can be dangerous due to strong deep currents.The beaches of South Goa are rightfully considered the best beaches in the state. Compared to the South Goan beaches, there are much fewer people; they are mainly chosen for recreation by families with children and older people.
It’s almost impossible to find parties like those on Arambol on the southern Goan beaches: everything closes here after 11 pm.
There are lifeguards on all beaches in South Goa. During strong waves, they drive along the beaches in jeeps and make sure that vacationers do not go further than waist-deep. In addition to waves, there is another danger in the sea - rip currents, so you should not listen to the rescuers and swim far into the sea.
Almost all the beaches of South Goa have white and very fine sand, like flour, that creaks under your feet like snow. Because of such fine sand, the beach strip is very dense and you can easily ride on it by bicycle (you can rent one at the entrance to the beach) and even by car (but this is only allowed to lifeguards).
The beaches of Velsao, Cansaulim, Arossim, Utorda, Majorda, Betalbatim, Colva, Sernabatim, Benaulim, Varca, Cavelossim, Mobor, Betul are one continuous 27-kilometer strip of sand, the beaches merge into one another, between the beaches there are deserted areas without sun loungers and shekov: here you can sunbathe on your towels if you want peace and tranquility.
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 to be so strong that it blows away 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 Cansaulim. It is not clear why the beaches of Cansaulim and Arossim have different names: there is only one village near these beaches. The beaches are no different: the same sparsely populated areas, 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 quite uncrowded 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 Majorda settlement area includes the beaches of Utorda, Majorda, Betalbatim and Colva. But the last Colva has become many times more popular among tourists than Majorda itself, so Majorba Beach is not crowded today. However, there are quite a few sheks on the beach, and in the village there are hotels (including 5-star ones). The sand, as throughout this 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 see dolphins swimming quite close to the shore, but we have never seen them. Local fishermen can offer those interested boat trips along the coast to the dolphin habitats.
Betalbatim Beach has several beach shacks, but otherwise it is quite deserted. Suitable for a calm, measured holiday. 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 even one beach attraction was spotted - 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 Colva, but in comparison everything here is more fashionable. Cavelossim even has its own shopping center.
The beach has a large hotel area, most of the hotels are expensive.
Many famous five-star hotels are located here. For example, Leela Goa Beach Resort, where Putin lived during the BRICS congress in South Goa. The BRICS itself was held in another 5-star hotel in Benaulim - Taj Exotica. In addition to these, Benaulim also houses hotels of the global chains Radisson Blue and Holiday Inn.
The village also has its own Catholic church, Holy Cross Church.
The central part of Cavelossim beach is very crowded; the majority of vacationers are Russian-speaking tourists who come on package tours. Unlike Colva, there are no Indians vacationing on Cavelossim.
The area of Cavelossim beach is quite long - about 10 km. Instead of palm trees, coniferous trees grow on the beach.
In the central part there are many beach cafes, 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 right, you can get to deserted areas of the beach, without sun loungers and checkers.
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Mobor
Mobor Beach is a continuation of Cavelossim Beach; in fact, it is simply its southernmost part. If those who want a quiet, measured holiday without parties stay in the village of Cavelossim, then those who want a fun and party nightlife stay in the village of Mobor.
Mobor is home to the Party Zone club at the Holiday Inn Resort: it is considered to host the best discos in South Goa.
The beach itself is the same as in Kaveossima: snow-white fine sand, palm trees. The mouth of the Sol River is located on this beach: 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 on Cavelossim, vacationers are offered a lot of entertainment: boat trips, fishing, parasailing, cycling, etc.
Betul
A natural extension of Mobor beach. The last beach of the 27-kilometer stretch of beach starting just behind the airport. It is famous for its fishing port, where boats and trawlers bring their catch. A fishing village that consists mainly of small huts of fishermen and their families.
There are few hotels in Betul, the most famous of which is Bamboo House Goa: the on-site Blue Whale restaurant offers a wide selection of locally caught seafood dishes.
The beach is very uncrowded and picturesque.
View point and Holy Cross Chapel-Baradi
On the way from Cavelossim to the next beach, Kolu, we highly recommend stopping by the Barady Church, which is located near the village of Betul. The cross at the chapel is considered miraculous and healing from illnesses.
From here you can see a very beautiful view of the palm plantations and the Sal River flowing into the sea.
Other photos from the observation deck near the Baradi Church:
Baradi Chapel on the map:Kanaguinim
12 km from the crowded Cavelossim is the wild Kanaguinim Beach. Small. an incredibly picturesque beach, hidden from prying eyes by rocks covered with greenery. Swimming on the beach is difficult due to the large number of stones protruding from the sea.
There is no tourist infrastructure on this beach: there are no sheks, merchants, or beach shops. Accommodation can only be found in the village of Kanaguinim, located 1 km from the beach: but this will only be a room in a private house, since there are no hotels here either.
Most often, those who come here just for 1 day are those who want to stay on a wild deserted beach without people and civilization.
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 along a single road of terrible quality. The beach is accessible only 6 months a year. During the rainy seasons, this dilapidated road is washed away and it is simply impossible to get to the beach.
There is no infrastructure on Kola, except for the only cafe at the entrance to the beach.
The only hotels here are bungalow huts; there are quite a lot of them here. Room prices start from 3,000 rupees per night. We especially liked these houses on the mountain:
Kola Beach consists of three parts: the first is the most “crowded” (although it is, of course, wrong to call a beach with a couple of dozen people crowded), 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 smaller houses, and there are only a couple of people on the beach. The sand here is coarse, mostly dark yellow in color with small black sandy areas. The second piece of Kola beach is also limited by huge boulders.
The third part of the beach is the emptiest. 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 6500 rupees for double occupancy.
- Cola Beach Exclusive Tented Resort Hotel. Cost of 1 night in a tent 5700 rupees for double occupancy.
There are sun loungers in front of the tents, but we didn’t notice any people.
The coarse sand here is completely yellow, there is no black sand.
this piece of beach is so deserted that you can try the famous Goan beach yoga (if you are embarrassed to do it in crowded Colva, for example):
Kola Beach ends with a beautiful green mountain with palm trees, when you look at it you immediately remember Andrei Mironov’s song “All covered with greenery, absolutely all, there is an island of bad luck in the ocean...”
We absolutely loved Cola Beach. However, it is not safe to swim in the waves here due to the boulders that stick out from the water along the entire beach. And yet, if you rank the best beaches in South Goa, then Kola 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 and hotels. The length of the beach is about 2.5 km.
Of the vacationers here, there are more Indians and Europeans, there are very few Russians, unlike Colva, Benaulim, Cavelossim and Palolem. The beach is quiet and calm, 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 quite fine, dark yellow in color, mixed with 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 length of the beach is only about 100 meters, 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 only get there 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), you will have to row for about 40 minutes (2.5 km by sea).
In fact, it is possible to get to Butterfly Beach by land, but it is a very bad road, in some places just a pile of stones. During the rainy season, this road does not exist at all; it is flooded. It is quite dangerous to cross this road on a bike, and it is completely impossible by car; the safest thing is to walk.
Palolem
- a paradise beach with famous palm trees reaching out to the water. But it is not at all like the one it is called in the guidebooks. Today Palolem has a very developed infrastructure and a fairly 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, the distinctive feature of which is that they are all built on stilts (unlike the Agonda houses). Also along the entire beach there are numerous beach cafes - shekis.
Snow-white crispy sand, calm blue sea, paradise beach bungalows “on legs” - that’s what Palolem means.
The southern part of the beach is the most crowded and noisy; the sand strip here is quite narrow. In the northern part, on the contrary, there are noticeably fewer people and a very wide sandy strip.
Southern part of Palolem: narrow strip of sand, close to the sheks
Wide beach of northern Palolem
If you are lucky, you will be able to watch the dolphins living near the beach.
Palolem Beach offers numerous entertainments: parasailing, boat trips, water skiing. It is also possible to rent a kayak here, the cost of 1 hour is 200 rupees.
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Colomb
A remote beach of South Goa, located with a small horseshoe-shaped bay. Suitable for a quiet, secluded holiday. The beach is very picturesque: golden soft sand and black boulders on the beach and in the water.
On the beach there are several beach cafes and small bungalow houses. There is a fairly well-known eco-complex Bhakti Kutir here, where you can rent a house made exclusively from eco-friendly local materials and where you will be offered organic food.
You can also stay in a more substantial hotel in a village located near the beach.
Colomb Beach has its own attraction - a rock called the Drum of the Pandavas (heroes of Indian legends, warrior brothers). It is believed that if you throw a stone at a rock and hit a certain place, you can hear the sound of a drum.
You can reach Colombes beach on foot from the neighboring Palolem beach (you can also get there by boat). You can also take a bus that goes from 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, so this beach is often chosen by families with children.
The length of the beach is about 1 km. On both sides, Patnem ends with rocky headlands. Among the trees in Patnem, you can find both palms and pine trees.
There is a small street along the beach where there are various shops with clothes, souvenirs, and fruit. There are many beach cafes on the beach itself.
Not far from the beach is Canacona, the main city of this region. There are shops, ATMs and other amenities of civilization.
There are beach bungalows 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).
Rajbagh (Raj Baga)
A sparsely populated and picturesque beach about 1 km long. The entire area behind the beach is occupied by a huge luxury hotel The LaLiT Golf & Spa Resort Goa, so mainly its guests relax on Rajbagh. There are no other hotels or any accommodation on Rajbagh.
Five star Lalit Hotel on Rajbagh Beach
There is only 1 beach cafe on Rajbagh and no vendors.
You can get to Rajbagh on foot from the nearby Patnem Beach (not along the shore), or by kayak rented in Palolem (but it will be a rather difficult swim).
At the southern end of the beach, a fairly deep Talpon river flows into the sea, which separates Rajbagh Beach from the next Talpon beach.
Talpona
Quiet, secluded, heavenly beach due to its remote location. There are practically no people here; at certain times you will be the only visitors to this shore.
Despite its desolation, Talpon still has several beach cafes with low prices.
You can rent a hut on the shore, and there is also some accommodation in the village near the beach.
Galjibaga (Turtle Beach)
Galjibaga Beach is considered to be 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 sunbeds on the beach.
Galjibaga is famous among Goan regulars as one of the few places in Goa where you can eat the freshest oysters cheaply. We got a portion of fresh oysters with lime there for only 200 rupees for a portion of 7 oysters.
A deserted and heavenly beach, very similar to our beloved Paradise Beach, which is located in the state of Maharashtra, not far from the Arambol beach of North Goa. In the pine grove, which begins after the sand, there are several cafes that serve fresh seafood. There is no other infrastructure on the beach.
Galdzhibaga is also famous for the fact that there is a turtle nursery on this beach. They say that some turtles lay their eggs directly on the sand, but they do not come ashore during the day, only at night.
Field
This is the last beach of South Goa, immediately after which another Indian state begins - Karnataka. The field scourge is a crescent-shaped sandy strip approximately 700 meters long. Palm trees mixed with pine trees grow along the sandy strip. On both sides the beach is fenced with green capes jutting into the sea.
The beach by the field is completely deserted; few people and rarely ever reach the farthest beach of Goa. Mostly local fishermen live here, but there are also several beach cafes. Also, for those who want to spend a longer time on the paradise deserted beach, there are several bamboo huts on the beach that can be rented for only 200 rupees per night.
You can get to Polem by bus, which comes from Margao or Panaji (you will have to walk about 1.5 km from the highway 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).
The beaches of India are small paradises with coconut palms and warm sand. Indians take great pride in their beaches as they offer the best combination of natural attractions for sun, sand, sea and surf lovers.
If you decide to come to India in order to see all the beauty with your own eyes, then the choice of holidays here is simply endless: starting from the sunny beaches of Goa, ending with the tropical coast of Anyuna, Buggy and Don Pola. Just 1000 kilometers of coastline.
The local population chose the beaches of Kovalam, Marina and Juhu for their holidays. Tourists practically do not know about them. It is still not known why the tourism business hid such beauty from travelers - the beaches of India, photos of which were published in the best magazines, but no one really heard anything about them.
Forbes found that the best beaches in India can rival the famous resorts of Ibiza, Rio or even Australia. Here you can find both fun crowded places and secluded corners. The most famous resorts are located in western India. The most famous beaches of India in Goa are:
- Arambol;
- Benaulim;
- Vagator;
- Cooking;
- Calangute;
- Candolim;
- Kolva;
- Ashvem;
- Morjim et al.
But today let's look at lesser-known beach destinations. You can learn about the rest from separate reviews on our website dedicated to beaches in India.
This beach is an hour's drive from Trivandrum in Kerala. Varkala is a very calm alternative to the bustling Kovalam coast. You will spend hours admiring the picturesque scenery of the Arabian Sea and the coastal cliffs. 
Beaches of Gokarna
This is a small, remote town in northern Karnataka with four beaches that are the most secluded and cleanest in all of India. They attract both devout pilgrims who come here to perform the sacred ritual of ablution and meditate, and adventure-seeking vacationers. Amazing sunrises, sea, sand - these are the beaches of Gokarna. 
This very picturesque beach, surrounded by a dense coconut grove, is located in the south of Goa and is the best beach in the state. The coastline is a mile long, but this mile is like a piece of paradise that attracts more and more tourists every year. 
The picturesque Palolem beach in Goa in the southern part of the state is surrounded by coconut groves on all sides. It is very small - only 1 mile, but is one of the most favorite vacation spots for tourists.
The beach is 43 kilometers from Marago and 76 km from the capital of Goa, Panaji. You can get here by train from Marago and Canacona or by taxi from the airport in Dabolim. Holidays here begin in October, and the tourist season subsides in March.
In addition to enjoying the sun and warm sea, tourists are invited to take a sea excursion to observe the life of dolphins or go fishing at dawn. At low tide you can walk along the sandy bottom to Butterfly Beach. 
For shopping lovers, numerous souvenir shops with jewelry, clothes and cute trinkets are open right on the beach until late in the evening.
Palolem Beach is an ideal place for a family holiday, especially its northern part. Here the sea is very warm and calm, and not as deep as in the southern part. 
You can stay here in good hotels, guest houses and small shacks, which are distinguished by high comfort and low prices.
Like many other beaches in south Goa, at night the sea is full of fun, music plays, and people dance until the morning to reggae, rock and live music, enjoying nature. Local nightlife is famous for its so-called quiet noisy parties, when people on the beach dance with headphones playing music. This way everyone has fun, but there is no noise.
Come to Goa! Local nature, warm sea and gentle sun await you almost all year round. 
This beach is located in the north of Goa and has become a favorite place for tourists who come to India for active recreation. All types of water sports, parasailing, etc. Here you can also take part in an unforgettable journey in which you will watch dolphins. Baga Beach has numerous bars, clubs and cozy restaurants. 
This beach is little known to tourists; it is very quiet and wild. Marari is located near Alleppey in Kerala and is a favorite destination for divers.
Maabalipuram Beach is located in Tamil Nadu, an hour's drive north of Chenai. The city where the beach is located is full of interesting sculptures and temples, among which the Coastal Temple stands out, built right at the water's edge. 
Despite such official statistics, local residents believe that the best beaches in India are located on Kalpeni Island, Karwar, Mandvi and other areas little known to tourists.
India can rival the most famous resorts in the world. The best places you can find on Earth are the beaches of India, photos of which will delight your eyes for many years.
Stretching 100 km along the western coast of India, Goa attracts beach lovers from all over the world. Reviews are full of impressions from people with different incomes, needs and worldviews. The best beaches of Goa are scattered along the coastline from north to south. Some people are attracted by the snow-white sand, while others want tranquility and guarantees of safety for a family holiday. Still others are looking for informal entertainment or comprehensive service.
The best beaches in north Goa
In North Goa, all beaches are different. Each has its own characteristics and zest. Therefore, travelers rarely linger on just one. The reviews recommend looking at each one and choosing the best one for yourself, which will feel good and comfortable.
The best beaches of northern Goa are also the most popular among tourists:
- Arambol. One of the most remote beaches to the north. According to reviews, this is a crowd of informal people, adherents of various spiritual practices and simply creative individuals. People often live permanently. Everyone is united by the common ritual of Sunset - sunset. The beach is wide and crowded in the evenings.
- Calangute- motley anthill. During the season, the beach is noisy and fun. Located close to other resorts. It boasts walking distance to markets, shops and a full range of services for package tourists.
- Baga. A picturesque sandy beach with a river of the same name flowing into the ocean. According to reviews, the tourism industry has been gaining momentum recently. The village has a miniature Saturday night market and a very active evening life.
- Candolim, perhaps not the most convenient: the descent into the ocean is quite steep. However, in northern Goa in Candolim you can relax no less respectably than in the southern resorts.
- Anjuna, according to reviews, it’s not even a beach, but a center of cultural life thanks to numerous noisy parties and entertainment. Every Wednesday, Anjuna is filled with noise and color - a flea market opens, a real event in Anjuna.
- Vagator. The epicenter of Goa trance. Its sands have their own atmosphere. During the day it is sparsely crowded, in the evening it is unforgettable and very unusual. Nearby is the picturesque Chapora Fort.
- Morjim. A small beach separated from the village by palm trees, pleasant establishments for tourists, a calm atmosphere and a high probability of encountering Russian speech. In addition to compatriots, sea turtles are a living attraction.
- Mandrem. The center of peace and comfort between Arambol and Ashvem. Good hotels, white sand coastline and beautiful views with tropical exoticism.
- Ashvem. Flowing sand, no rocks, impressive volcanic rock formations and tranquility.
The best beaches in south Goa
When comparing holidays in southern and northern Goa, the differences are significant. Reviews say that here are the best beaches, suitable for a respectable, relaxing holiday with a touch of bourgeoisness. Clean, beautiful and good. More expensive than in the north, but the audience is more predictable and there is almost no informal entertainment.
The best beaches of south Goa are actively flooded with people in November. These are mainly package tourists craving traditional entertainment and relaxation. The best of all on the south coast are:
- Cooking. Comfortable hotels, almost white sand and convenient descent into the waves of the Arabian Sea. The beach breathes peace and tropical exoticism. Ayurvedic treatments and massages replace all other entertainment for vacationers.
- Cavelossim. A small town within which you can find everything you need for a comfortable holiday. According to reviews, respectable Europeans relax in Cavelossim. One of the features is the opportunity to see dolphins not far from the shore.
- Utorda. There are mainly hotels on the coast. Clean, picturesque, nice uncrowded beach. There is a spa, a small cafe and a choice of beach sports: parasailing, volleyball, boats and jet skis.
- Majorda. A small exotic village with the embodiment of all tourist desires: white sand and a feeling of detachment from the problems of civilization. Palm trees, cozy restaurants, private attractions and an excellent selection of water activities.
- Colva. According to reviews, the architectural eclecticism of the village on the southern coast attracts tourists, including Indian ones. All the joys of nightlife and a great beach holiday are available.
- Cola. Picturesque thatched bungalows, well equipped and comfortable inside, a freshwater lake close to the shoreline and the exotic beauty of tropical palm trees everywhere. It is nice and peaceful here like nowhere else in Goa.
- Agonda. You can have a good lunch or dinner in a romantic setting - there is a choice of restaurants and cafes. White sand, thickets of palm trees and bungalows among them. Cola Beach is inferior in terms of convenience, but it is also a very good beach holiday without crowded parties.
- Palolem. Water sports, excursions, fishing and even dolphins not far from the shore. According to reviews, it is gradually becoming crowded and noisy, thanks to numerous hotels of different star levels. There is a good selection of restaurants and cafes on the beach.
- Dona Paula. Covered with a romantic flair. According to legend, the daughter of the governor crashed on a cape on the shore of Dona Paula. That's why it's called that. In addition to the beautiful legend, there is good infrastructure here.
The best beaches in India
India has a large selection of all kinds of beaches. Each one stands out with its uniqueness. Everything you need for a holiday can be found here. Parties go on until the early morning. The beaches in Goa especially attract tourists.
Varca Beach is famous for its fabulous palm groves. It is clean, occupies a large area, and there is not much crowding. There are many luxury hotels near the beach. The local cuisine will not disappoint you; you can always eat deliciously by choosing local and/or European dishes.
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Candolim Beach, India
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Goa has the highest standard of living. This cannot be called India. This is completely different, rather similar to Europe. But there is plenty of exoticism here. For example, don’t be surprised if you see cows calmly walking among people in the city center or on the beach. A cow is a sacred animal; she walks wherever she pleases. The contingent in Goa is quite diverse - from hippies and Rastafarians to all kinds of stars of politics, sports and art.
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Varcala Beach, India
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Varkala Beach is located near the capital of the South Indian state of Kerala - Trivandrum. The southern part stretches along a quiet fishing village, so it is difficult to call it a beach in the general sense. Rather, it is a pedestrian zone where domestic animals and local residents walk. But the northern part is already a full-fledged resort with all the attributes of beach life. But there are not many people. Silence, peace and tranquility.
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Palolem Beach, India
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Palolem in Goa is tall palm trees reflected in the ocean, beach, sand, local boats, a colorful crowd of hippie youth, shekis along the entire coast. But this is not a noisy place at all. There are no parties here until you drop. Another name for the beach is Paradise. And it is justified. Relaxation, calm kayak rides on the sea and the river flowing along the beach, gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, which all guests of Palolem watch with admiration, sitting on the rocks at the beginning of the beach. That's all the entertainment on this island of peace.
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Cavelossim Beach, India
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South Goa is considered a quieter place to relax than its northern part. The small village of Cavelossim is located between the Indian Ocean and the beautiful Sal River. This is one of the most expensive resorts in South Goa, although it is not a tourism center. A remote and deserted beach with coarse, crisp, golden sand is ideal for relaxing and swimming. Refreshing drinks can be bought in sheks scattered along the beach. There is no need to pay for sun loungers and umbrellas. All entertainment is located on the territory of numerous hotels.
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Havelock Beach, India
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Crowds of our compatriots looking for all kinds of entertainment and adventure have not yet reached the Andaman Islands. This is a real lost world. Tourists have only recently arrived here. Tropical forests where you can hear the cries of the rarest species of birds and animals; snow-white deserted beaches, free of umbrellas, sun loungers and other beach amenities; emerald ocean and coral reefs, almost untouched by human activity. Havelock Island is only about a third populated.
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