UNEXPLORED BEACHES OF GOA

The monsoon time is over and the tourists from all across the globe are thronging Goa for the Sun and the Sand.  Goa possesses an extremely long coastline stretching across 100+kms with almost unbroken sand cover. Popularly known as “Tourist Paradise”, the season in Goa begins in late September and carries on through early March. The weather in these months is usually dry and pleasantly cool.

Here is The Suitcase’s list of 5 unexplored beaches you need to add to your bucket list for your next trip to GOA!

1. Arambol Beach

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This peaceful beach is located in Pernem, which is about 1 hour drive from the Dabolim airport. Arambol beach is a traditional fisherman village which is now gaining in popularity and attracting more of bohemian crowd. The long walk in the shallow water along the shoreline, mesmerizing sunset and a quite candle lit barbeque dinner with music or fireworks can surely create one of the best memories ever. The drive to Arambol can definitely be one of the reasons to explore this beach and if that is not enough then  there is a 1.5kms trek (along one side of beach) which takes you to the other side where sweet water lake and beach are facing each other. The lake is around 3-4 feet deep so non swimmers also can enjoy.

2. Butterfly Beach

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This pristine beach is located in relatively unexplored stretch because of its reach and isolation. It just doesn’t have a beautiful name, but the beach also make you awestruck. This place is amazing if you are looking for total privacy and relaxation, far away from the hustle bustle of other beaches and very close to the nature. The only way to reach Butterfly Island is by boat from Agonda or Palolem beach but the boat ride is a short one. Once can take a boat to see dolphins and visit this beach on the way back. There is no touristic infrastructure at all or loud music on this beach, that’s why take everything you will need for nice rest with you. It is just pure sea, soft sand, sun and you.

3. Galgibaga Beach

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Galgibag beach, in the far south of Goa is a dream come true for anyone searching for solitude, seclusion and an absolutely stunning beach! The long sweep of golden sand is often completely empty, apart from the occasional fisherman or children from the local village chasing crabs. Galjibag is also a seasonal nesting and hatching site for the endangered Olive Ridley turtle (leading to its better known name of Turtle Beach). If you are in Goa in January and February you may be lucky enough to see the turtles nesting and hatching. Gajibag is only a 20-minute drive from Patnem beach and Chaudi town, which offers a wide range of accommodation, activities, bars and shops. It is to the south of Agonda beach after Palolem, Patnem and Talapona beach in that order. Enjoy an afternoon lounging in a hammock or take a stroll to the far south end of the beach, where the river estuary creates a natural lagoon for safe swimming.

4. Siridao Beach

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Siridao Beach is situated few kilometers from Panjim near Zuari estuary.  It is a rocky and sandy beach giving the beach an unusually rugged appearance.  Popular for its mysterious caves, Siridao Beach is a shell collector’s delight that washes up on the shore and brightens up the beach. One can come across a wide variety of oysters and pearl shells at the beach. The landmark to reach the beach is The Chapel of Jesus of Nazareth, which is situated in the Siridao Beach of Goa. You may be surprised to find the myriad of palatial bungalows that line the inner streets of Siridao village.

5. Betul Beach

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Not even a kilometer long, the wide expanse of this compact sandy beach can be found about 25kms from Margao. Covelssom,Mobor and Betul Beaches are just adjacent to each other. This beach is basically a cove; it has a hillock on one side, coconut tree plantation on the other and you will also be able to see where the Sal River drains out into the vast Arabian Sea, exactly at its delta. The place is unspoiled and you can actually watch the fisher folk with their families and observe their lifestyle, peaceful and unassuming.

Forget the international beaches and head to these most amazing beaches of Goa which are still not known to many. The former Portuguese colony boasts of some incredibly scenic beaches that offer everything from adventure to solitude to sunbathing that too without the crowd. You will be astounded to discover these beaches which will truly take you away from the world.