Calangute Beach
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Himanshu C
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
The fun that can be had on the banks of this sea is nowhere else, in this sea you will get everything, peace, tranquility as well as entertainment. Those views of uncle getting massage on the sand dunes 😂and the sunset give a different feeling of joy in this sea. can never forget the sea..
Written 17 November 2023
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Paul C
12 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Really not what I expected here. This beach is so dirty and unclean. Could be such a nice area if managed properly. Would avoid this beach until cleaned up
Written 21 August 2023
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Whoopsiee
Marsala, Italy44 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Nice place to visit at sunrise and Sunset. The beach has a smooth walking surface so one can easily roam around. Sand is also soft so worth visiting in the morning and evenings.
Written 16 June 2023
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HimalyanTrekker
Dalhousie, India63 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
It was enjoyed visiting here the beach was clean and clear. So many people visit here but no liture anywhere.
Written 11 June 2023
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KeshavChakraborty
Pune, India871 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
One of the most lively beaches of Goa and also famous for nightlife and shacks.
Charming environment when you roam around the place in evening.
Charming environment when you roam around the place in evening.
Written 10 June 2023
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AnandG1982
New Delhi, India709 contributions
May 2023 • Family
One of the most famous and also the most crowded beaches of North Goa. We went there on Sunday, that is why there was too much of a crowd, even then the beach was clean.
Written 28 May 2023
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Ankur S
Mumbai, India81 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Good place with a lot of water sports activities. Watch out for the authorised stalls for the correct pricing as many water sports agent may just overcharge you.
Bargaining is a must if at all you take any water sports directly from them. The official rate for 5 water sports is Rs. 1850 as on April 2023. These guys will tell you things like that they will do extra water dips or something like that but they don't do it even if you pay.
Banana ride should be discussed before as these guys try to attempt only 2 times to take the banana inflate in water and if it falls then they will not take you further.
Bargaining is a must if at all you take any water sports directly from them. The official rate for 5 water sports is Rs. 1850 as on April 2023. These guys will tell you things like that they will do extra water dips or something like that but they don't do it even if you pay.
Banana ride should be discussed before as these guys try to attempt only 2 times to take the banana inflate in water and if it falls then they will not take you further.
Written 2 May 2023
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Flooze
137 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
The beach shacks were very good. Staff friendly. The problem with this beach is groups of drunk men. We witnessed people nearly fighting, bottles being smashed, friends trying to get other friends from rolling into the sea drunk. Men passed out on the beach. Not as bad as Baga beach but not far behind. Groups of men would crowd us wanting a selfie with us, it got so bad the lifeguard in the jeep had to use the megaphone to chase them away down the beach and told everyone not to harass the tourists. This beach so badly needs a clean and I was just so disappointed at the people constantly littering and spitting.
Written 1 May 2023
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Hemanth
Hyderabad, India3 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Full of fraudsters and uninviting crowd. We could only stay here for 5 mins. It's sad, since beer is cheap here, you will find lots of people drinking on the beach during day time. Worth giving a miss
Written 27 April 2023
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Travel with GK
Dehradun, India505 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
The place is good and well.maintained as per the other beaches
Thugs all around the places and they cheat you with the names of water sports , saying it's all government rate and later whatever is been promised is not lived upto
Sad but the fact and one should ask WHOM ???
All are part of the same gang or group ....
You are spoiling the image of Goa and over a period of time people will stop doing such activities in this place
We came back after years as we use to live in Goa and it was nostalgic for us , however , not very pleasant as we have seen the other side of Goa too 10 years ago.
Someone need to monitor it and keep a check on this so that tourism can continue and Goa remain Goa ....
Thugs all around the places and they cheat you with the names of water sports , saying it's all government rate and later whatever is been promised is not lived upto
Sad but the fact and one should ask WHOM ???
All are part of the same gang or group ....
You are spoiling the image of Goa and over a period of time people will stop doing such activities in this place
We came back after years as we use to live in Goa and it was nostalgic for us , however , not very pleasant as we have seen the other side of Goa too 10 years ago.
Someone need to monitor it and keep a check on this so that tourism can continue and Goa remain Goa ....
Written 15 April 2023
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ivankrakow
Krakow, Poland27 contributions
Hi, I've heard a lot about the fact, that most of the beaches in GOA are extremely dirty, with broken glass and litter everywhere, as people drink heavily there and its not safe also.
That bad opinions impacted seriously GOA in terms of tourists numbers (both domestic! And international), which declined seriously.
BUT in 2019 - at the end, special agency started to work and maintain clearance of beaches in order to improve GOA picture and react on serious tourists drop. (Karnataka Commercial and Industrial Pvt Ltd)
SO - WHAT is the situation in GOA now? Can you guys, who visited that part of India in Dec 2019, Jan, Feb 2020 tell me and share your experience?
I know its India, no doubt, but is it really so dirty as even official agencies admit it as real problem?
Aamijajabor
Mumbai, India252 contributions
Hi.We stayed in Calangute in Dec'19.I didn't come across any broken glass etc on the beach. Calangute Candolim were very clean. Yes you do come across empty bottles etc. On the path from hotel to the beach. So do wear your slippers.
sakshichopra
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India48 contributions
Which would be best beach to stay in south goa...majorda/benaulim/varca. Thanks
upasana
Navi Mumbai, India252 contributions
Majorda cz it's very clean and classy beach. Betalbatim is the most beautiful beach of South Goa.
sakshichopra
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India48 contributions
We are visiting Goa in mid March, family , should be rent and drive car or book taxi. What are the charges for rented self driven cars and taxis.
TIA
thejetsetter01
Boston, MA445 contributions
Taxi is better , or you can rent one for the day . You can ore arrange with
A driver to come pick you up from the airport his name is Joseph WhatsApp # +91 98226 54453 he will pick you up from airport / hotel and drive you to different places .
Debasish S
Kolkata (Calcutta), India1 contribution
can u help us 14 family member who enjoy new year eve economical price.
amolwadikar
Baramati, India21 contributions
Contact airanb app lots of private villas to choose
I am planning to visit in july 1st week. How many shacks are open in Calangute and Baga?
sumapuranik
Panjim, India1,274 contributions
Hi.In rainly season most of the shacks are closed.but you will get seafood outside the beach.All shacks are non vegetarian n seafood restaurant s.
luvstotravel063
Nottingham, United Kingdom43 contributions
Reading some bad reviews about silver sands holiday village l am very concerned is it as badcas people are saying do you think a change off hotel is avdvisable thanks
a_foster10
Grimsby, United Kingdom26 contributions
Sorry, I’ve only just seen this question.
I can recommend Somy Resort hotel. It’s very well located and is being modernised. The room we had was super with good air con, and a lovely bathroom (You definitely wouldn’t want one of the older rooms).
We loved Calangute beach but were told to steer clear of Bagga?
India is a bit of a culture shock though.
roshan
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India
Is there any cab facility available from thivim railway station to calangute at early morning 5:30? We are planning a trip to goa on march.
Shyam Sawhney
Faridabad, India131 contributions
Taxi would be available. A local Taxi app Goa Miles is there, you can try that.
Taxi is quite expensive. Best of journey.
luvstotravel063
Nottingham, United Kingdom43 contributions
Where arriving on 5th april for the first time whats 5he weather like and are the shacks on the beach open.
Shail The Traveller
Pune, India178 contributions
Shacks will be open but weather will be little hot,sunny and humid. But good part will be it’s less crowded.
We will be there from 31 Dec to 3rd Jan ....with my 10 months old daughter ...wat r the things we can do n where we can get food fr us n my baby???
RAJ CHAUHAN, NEW DELHI NCR
New Delhi, India51 contributions
hi, suggest you to go to Morjim Beach or Querim beach which are very peaceful beaches. beautiful location with ample space for sun basking. Calangute and baga beaches shall be too much crowded. you can hire car on rent which will cost Rs 1200 to 1500 per day for small family car. all the best and happy holidaying in GOA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Calangute Beach
- Hotels near Calangute Beach:
- (0.05 km) Tgc Hospitality
- (0.12 km) Red Thread Calangute
- (0.16 km) Calangute Residency
- (0.14 km) Calangute Residency Annexe
- (0.09 km) OYO 11846 Balaji Calangute Resort
- Restaurants near Calangute Beach:
- (0.11 km) Souza Lobo - Since 1932
- (0.11 km) Sagar Pure Veg
- (0.08 km) Destination One Goa
- (0.13 km) Natural Ice Cream
- (0.08 km) Escapade
- Attractions near Calangute Beach:
- (0.03 km) Divein water sports and scuba diving
- (0.20 km) Flying Fish Scuba
- (0.11 km) Pine Shack
- (0.13 km) Refresh Spa And Massage Center
- (0.18 km) Goa Adventure