Butterfly Beach
Butterfly Beach
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pradeepjbims
Thane, India41 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Me and my family including 8 year kid and wife had travelled by boat from Palolem beach . It was a good trip. The beach is inhabitated and we took some good photos . Suggest to go in the morning at 8.30 am IST from palolem beach by sharing boat. Typically they charge INR 400 for each person .
Written 1 January 2020
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Ian C
Wirral, UK125 contributions
Dec 2019
It is a bit of an anathema that a tourist spot is being spoiled by tourists, but this secluded and difficult to reach place is now something of a dumping ground for tourists who leave their litter here and do not take it back with them to dispose of sensibly.
It used to be very quiet and was known as the honeymoon and love beach because of its seclusion, sadly not any more.
Unfortunately at Palolem beach there are many "fishing" boat owners touting for an easier life by offering dolphin and butterfly beach trips and at 400 rupees or so for each person. In a way I can't blame them.
If you do go then you need to take your drinks and food for the day with you, but please take it back with you when you leave, its not much to ask.
It used to be very quiet and was known as the honeymoon and love beach because of its seclusion, sadly not any more.
Unfortunately at Palolem beach there are many "fishing" boat owners touting for an easier life by offering dolphin and butterfly beach trips and at 400 rupees or so for each person. In a way I can't blame them.
If you do go then you need to take your drinks and food for the day with you, but please take it back with you when you leave, its not much to ask.
Written 2 January 2020
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David D
Devon, UK28,185 contributions
Feb 2020
Saturday 1st February and we took a boat trip from Palolem Beach along the coast in the direction of Agonda Beach.
On the itinerary was a stop at this this small secludef beach. Unlike some other beaches this one is accessible by boat and also by climbing down the headland pathway.
The beach has been named due to it's shape, the headland resembles the shape of butterfly wings. This was more obvious from out at sea rather than up close.
When we were here, the beach with it's golden sand, was virtually deserted apart from a few visitors walking along the beach.
There are no facilities on this beach, so if planning to spend some time here, make sure to bring everything you require including water.
Our boat guide did offer us the opportunity to go ashore on to the beach to take some photos, we declined so we continued on our trip to the next highlight.
We were pleased to have taken the boat trip which enabled us to see places like this beach.
On the itinerary was a stop at this this small secludef beach. Unlike some other beaches this one is accessible by boat and also by climbing down the headland pathway.
The beach has been named due to it's shape, the headland resembles the shape of butterfly wings. This was more obvious from out at sea rather than up close.
When we were here, the beach with it's golden sand, was virtually deserted apart from a few visitors walking along the beach.
There are no facilities on this beach, so if planning to spend some time here, make sure to bring everything you require including water.
Our boat guide did offer us the opportunity to go ashore on to the beach to take some photos, we declined so we continued on our trip to the next highlight.
We were pleased to have taken the boat trip which enabled us to see places like this beach.
Written 6 February 2020
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RitikaSD
11 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
We read some great things about this beach and were very excited about our boat trip here. Unfortunately, it was extremely disappointing. It just seemed like a commercial stunt as it was super crowded, we didn't spot a single butterfly and not at all the experience we thought it would be. If you like ticking things off a touristy list and clicking million pictures, you might want to visit here. If not, then please don't waste your time. Also, the dolphins they claim you will see on that boat ride are a rare sight! We ofcourse were lucky in that department either.
Written 3 May 2022
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YAAYAA D
Zion, IL2 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
This beautiful cove has been littered and trashed by an excessive amout of unconscious tourists throwing anything that is in their possession. Bottles, chips packs, plastic bags, shoes, leather bags, cigarettes, diapers...
The place has been abandoned by local authorities and took over by the worst kind of tourism.
I would personally close the whole place and have people searched before entering the land and of course charge for it.
Hard punishment with 5000 ruppees chalan for the ones who are found throwing things in there.
Such a shame that it is presented as a dream beach when it's actually a trash bag.
Don't go there and if you go just clean up your mess !
The place has been abandoned by local authorities and took over by the worst kind of tourism.
I would personally close the whole place and have people searched before entering the land and of course charge for it.
Hard punishment with 5000 ruppees chalan for the ones who are found throwing things in there.
Such a shame that it is presented as a dream beach when it's actually a trash bag.
Don't go there and if you go just clean up your mess !
Written 17 December 2020
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MiroAndFamily
London, UK25 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
We absolutely recommend taking a boat trip from Palolem or Agonda to explore nearby shores and if you are lucky see dolphins in waters around these beaches. Boats are not expensive, crews are friendly and it's a good and safe experience for families with kids.
I do not recommend staying on the Butterfly beach. The minute we left the boat we wanted to go back out. The beach could be a local gem but it's overcrowded with not much to do and it's filled with rubbish. It's a shame that tourists leave so much of the litter all over the place when there are bins provided. Then everyone on the beach are taking selfies with rubbish in the background. Absurd. Better to give it a proper look from the boat and stay on the sea.
I do not recommend staying on the Butterfly beach. The minute we left the boat we wanted to go back out. The beach could be a local gem but it's overcrowded with not much to do and it's filled with rubbish. It's a shame that tourists leave so much of the litter all over the place when there are bins provided. Then everyone on the beach are taking selfies with rubbish in the background. Absurd. Better to give it a proper look from the boat and stay on the sea.
Written 12 April 2023
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Anup
Secunderabad, India4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
One of the nicest local un crowded beaches of south goa and for short trek lovers its a blissful way.
I went during rainy season (monsoon season) worth visiting in june-july month.
(One of the hidden gems)
₹100 entry for bike 1.5km
₹0 by foot
Camping available near the parking inside.
Note: if you go please don’t spoil the place with garbage. (If you’re planning to cook or do family picnic please bring garbage bags so you can take them back)
I went during rainy season (monsoon season) worth visiting in june-july month.
(One of the hidden gems)
₹100 entry for bike 1.5km
₹0 by foot
Camping available near the parking inside.
Note: if you go please don’t spoil the place with garbage. (If you’re planning to cook or do family picnic please bring garbage bags so you can take them back)
Written 24 August 2023
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Pratush
New Delhi, India372 contributions
Aug 2022
I guess this beach has got hyped a lot and when it is recommended by every one on the internet it generally loses it's charm very quickly.
You will reach this beach after 1.5 hrs of trek if you're a fast pace walker as it's a trek from the jungle sometimes there is a Thar who can drop you from one point to another which can save time he charges INR 300/-PP while he will also not be able to drop you right to the beach or pick you up from starting point of the parking lot.
You can totally skip this place and mute yourself with all the recommendations.
You will reach this beach after 1.5 hrs of trek if you're a fast pace walker as it's a trek from the jungle sometimes there is a Thar who can drop you from one point to another which can save time he charges INR 300/-PP while he will also not be able to drop you right to the beach or pick you up from starting point of the parking lot.
You can totally skip this place and mute yourself with all the recommendations.
Written 29 August 2022
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sachin b
13 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
It was absolutely wonderful experience to visit the beautiful place near Agonda beach know as BUTTERFLY BEACH. Since the boat rides were closed,we decided to trek through the leopard valley. You need to park your vehicle at the parking area and then walk through the dense forest for about 2-3 km to reach the small but Beautiful and serene beach. Isolated,secluded beach gives you a perfect location for photography and videography.
But if you are traveling early in the morning keep some stick with you and if you are alone or as a couple keep the small speaker on while heading towards the beach to avoid fear since it's very isolated area covered with the trees and there is no sign boards or indicators,just follow the small but main road to reach there. But once you reach there it gives you an absolutely mesmerizing views. It gets slightly crowded afterwards so head early in the morning. Perfect for the couples.
If it's raining then avoid. Always ask the details at your Hotel reception regarding the current status.
But if you are traveling early in the morning keep some stick with you and if you are alone or as a couple keep the small speaker on while heading towards the beach to avoid fear since it's very isolated area covered with the trees and there is no sign boards or indicators,just follow the small but main road to reach there. But once you reach there it gives you an absolutely mesmerizing views. It gets slightly crowded afterwards so head early in the morning. Perfect for the couples.
If it's raining then avoid. Always ask the details at your Hotel reception regarding the current status.
Written 15 October 2022
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NewBee
New Delhi, India109 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
You can reach butterfly beach via Palolem beach or Agonda beach..
We opt for Palolem as I could see more boats on the beach. You need to be a good negotiator.We got Rs 500 per seat .
I didn’t like much about the beach , untidy small beach , not recommended for swimming also.
It’s a small beach in between two mountains, which you need to imagine that it looks like butterfly.
The boat person will show you some more boulder which look like (from a specific angle ) Lord Ganesh, turtle .
If you are lucky, you may experience Dolphin .
Best time is early morning say around 7:00 am
Total duration of the trip: 1 to 1.5 hrs , including 20 mins of butterfly beach.
We opt for Palolem as I could see more boats on the beach. You need to be a good negotiator.We got Rs 500 per seat .
I didn’t like much about the beach , untidy small beach , not recommended for swimming also.
It’s a small beach in between two mountains, which you need to imagine that it looks like butterfly.
The boat person will show you some more boulder which look like (from a specific angle ) Lord Ganesh, turtle .
If you are lucky, you may experience Dolphin .
Best time is early morning say around 7:00 am
Total duration of the trip: 1 to 1.5 hrs , including 20 mins of butterfly beach.
Written 9 November 2022
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Are the boats available around sunrise from Palolem to butterfly beach? How long does it take to complete entire tour of dolphin sighting, monkey island, honeymoon beach and butterfly beach? Out of this total duration, how much time are we allowed to spend on honeymoon and butterfly beaches? How much do they charge nowadays?
Written 30 December 2021
Boats are available from Palolem to butterfly beach. Local operators make this happen. Approx 200 to 300 per head we were 9 in one boat. we left @ 8am and returned just before lunch. Overall time taken approx 5 to 6 hrs. You can spend a couple of hours easily on the beach, discuss this with your boat operator for overall time spend. Dolphin sighting is your luck may not always see it. Not sure of monkey island. trust this answers your questions
Written 1 January 2022
yes its open and fortunetlley there are no closing time
Written 23 October 2021
How early are we supppsed to book the boat to butterfly beach? Cant we get one on spot?
Written 27 January 2019
You will get one easily from Palolem Beach. Timing entirely depends upon you like how long you want to stay there. Anyway most people generally start during 10-11 AM.
Written 27 January 2019
Last boat from palolem to butterflu beach is at what time?
Written 26 January 2019
You book a time with the boat taking you but late evening
Written 27 January 2019
Hi, i would like to know is there any resort to stay on butterfly beach. TIA
Written 9 December 2018
Hi there, sorry for being late...Hope you have already been there by now..Still right at Tar-road's end as you just get on to the trail, that's say 2 hrs walk from the beach, there's few places to stay...Use Google Maps and choose one of your liking... Hope this helps...
Written 2 January 2019
This beach is very small and isolated. You can reach here by boat or by trekking. Night camp will definitely not be safe and I don't think this is permissible!
Written 26 November 2018
They take u in a ferry , provided u get a good ferry guy whom u feel u can trust , them you no issues.
+ couple of more boats reach there with tourists
My suggestion, join a group and go.
The only way is by ferry
Written 29 September 2018
Of course 12 months it is opened but from may till October u can't go by baot u have to go der by trekking it's a very small beach usually no one s der around but u can go and enjoy n be careful of the water depth usually its shallow deep water near the beach so try to avoid going inside the water and do carry water n some snacks.. I hope this will help u ..tc enjoy
Written 12 September 2018
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