South Goa

Velsao

Sandwiched between Utorda Beach and Bogmalo are these un-spoilt beaches in South Goa.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach StationLifeguard Station is located near the main entrance to the beach.

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
The lonely Velsao Beach is known for its white shells and starfish infested sands and coconuts trees that line the roads as well as a large part of the beach. It is the perfect spot to stroll down, lie on, sunbathe on or whatever other form of relaxation that you like. Just 4 kms away is the famous Three Kings Church atop Remedios Hill.

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511

 

Sernabatim

A quiet beach sandwiched between of Colva and Benaulim beach. A place for solitude and discovering oneself.

 

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
Lifeguard Station is located at the main entrance to the beach opposite Baywatch Hotel

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
The sunset at Sernabatim is majorly what tourists come here looking for. It is to die for. It is laden with picturesque beaches but the quiet of Sernabatim is what adds that little extra. This beach is known for its cleanliness. If your idea of a day on the beach is lazing on the shore with just the sound of the waves and the ocean breeze in your ears, then Sernabatim is one of your best options.

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511

 

Utorda

The beach is a strip of palm-ringed shore. Towards the north is Arrosim and towards the south is Majorda Beach. The entire long stretch of beach is serene and peaceful.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
Located near

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
The beach is marked with long straight patches of un-spoilt soft sands. One can enjoy activities like sunbathing, swimming in the Indian Ocean in calm and still water and long walks on these beautiful beaches. 

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511

                                                    

Hollant

Hollant is a secluded beach to the North of Velsao beach. The beach situation enables its visitors to have a glimpse of the 30 kms nearly unbroken beach stretch from Velsao to Cavellosim. The beach is usually frequented by the locals and is crowded on public holiday.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Calm/Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
No Lifeguard Beach Station.

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
The beach has a beautiful view with a serene environment. The sunset is spectacular. The chapel is the site of the rare Feast of Three Kings, celebrated on 6 January (after the 12th night of Christmas)

The beach is covered with soft sand but in some parts of the beach you can find small rocks and stones. A road among the lush tropical plants leads to the beach and, once you reach it, breathtakingly beautiful view onto the brilliant braid of South Goa beaches and Western Ghats’ foothills welcome you.

Point of Contact                                                    

Palolem

Picturesque Palolem Beach, enclosed by a thick forest of coconut palms in far south Goa ranks as one of the State's most beautiful beach. This mile long, shady, semi-circle shaped beach continues to grow in popularity every year, and it's become very lively with the diverse crowd that it attracts. Tranquility of the beach is assured by absence of water sports.The beach is about 43 kms from Margao and 76 kms from Panaji.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight to Rough

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Calm / Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
Right of Main Beach Entry road.

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
Palolem has shacks lined up on the shore so you can always relax and unwind while viewing the crescent beach. Palolem does not have many clubs and pubs for partying, but that’s not why you come here anyway. Enjoy the sunset at Palolem. You can also visit the Bat Island and check out the infinite bats that have made Bat Island their home.

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511

   

Colva

Colva Beach is approximately eight kilometers from Margao, the commercial centre of South Goa. Due to availability of parking space , like Calangute beach in North Goa, Colva is the most popular beach of South Goa and hence the most crowded.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Calm / Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
Lifeguard Station is located at the main entrance to the beach

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
Colvá is still famous for the white-washed Our Lady Of Mercy church, also known as Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Merces. It was founded in 1630 and rebuilt in the eighteenth century in the village square. It contains the miraculous statue of 'Menino Jesus' (Baby Jesus), which was introduced by a Jesuit missionary and which is supposed to have healing powers. 

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511

   

Baina

The Baina beach is located in the port town of Mormugao. It is a beautiful beach where one can enjoy an evening walk or a swim. One can also enjoy water sports here and the beach is now known to be a tourist spot in Goa. At the beach in Baina in Goa one can often witness and enjoy some cultural programmes and beach festivals which are held. The beach is visited by many tourists now as it is just a walk away from the city and is considered quite a safe beach.One can experience India's first ever underwater sea walk here. Due to this one gets a chance to be up close with the water world and one can also enjoy the unique experience to explore the sea.

Sea Condition – November to March
Morning : Calm
Post Afternoon : Slight

Sea Condition – April to October
Morning : Calm/Slight
Post Afternoon: Rough to Very Rough

Lifeguard Beach Station
Located 500 meters South of main entry point.

Beach Timings
7:30 am to Sunset

Beach Popular For
Baina is very popular for sea walking It allows you to take a closer view of the pristine beauty of the world which is present beneath the blue waters. Walk under the sea in Goa and experience the true charm of marine life. It is celebrated as India’s first beach which provides the facilities of taking an underwater sea walk. 

Point of Contact
1-800-833-1511