Laze at Baga Beaches Sandwiched between its famous cousins Calangute and Anjuna, the Baga Beach measures some 30 km coastline along Goa’s West Coast. This crescent-shaped Beach, 15 km from Panaji, was originally an extension of its more famous twin Calangute, but it is more popular amongst those who want to enjoy a truly sequestered vacation at an Indian beach.


Baga Beach Attractions Beach Activities: The crescent-shaped Baga with its soft white sands is a popular joint for water-sports activities like para sailing, jet skiing, body boarding and surfing. The dolphin cruises in the sea is a rage with tourists. The rocky headland that surrounds the beach and the sea waves that crash and return create an atmosphere of romance endemic to the Baga beach.

Nightlife at the Baga Beach: The nights here at the beach comes alive with families and couples going to the dance-clubs, lazing at the beach-front, walking by the shore, or enjoying sea-food. Recommended cuisine is an authentic Goan palate by the Arabian Sea. The beach houses some of Goa’s hippest nightclubs like Tito's and Cafe Mambo.

Forts and Hills: The beach begins at Fort Aguada and continues up to Fort Chapora. Which means you can hire a motor cycle and travel from one end to the other visiting both the Forts. Only 10 km away is a the major Goan town Mapusa. You also have the option of trekking up the Baga Hill.

Best Time to Visit Avoid the summers (June – Oct) and head for Baga Beach between November and February.


Where to Stay The best Hotels and Resorts at the Baga beach are Se View Cottages, Cavala- The Seaside Resort, Ancora Beach Resort, Beira Mar Alfran Resort, Angelina Beach Resort, Miranda Beach Resort and Villa Bomfim.


How to Reach The nearest International Airport at Dabolim is 50 km away from Baga beach. Nearest railheads are Thivim and Panaji. You can also reach Baga from Mapusa, only 30 km away. Baga Beach has excellent road networks connecting to the nearby major cities of Goa.