Welcome to the peaceful alternative of the crowded and hustle places of North Goa, South Goa. The offbeat place of Goa where the soul of Goa resides, South Goa is one of the two districts(North Goa) that comprises Goa in the western part of India known as the Konkan region. South Goa is that mystical and magical part of Goa that you won’t hear people much talking about and will tend to miss in the mix. This place is way more peaceful than the hustle and bustle of North Goa. If you have a stereotype of loud music, clubs, fancy restaurants, parties that are late at night, then South Goa is not for you and that is completely fine because there are people who once experienced the magical peace of South Goa and their hearts got stolen away forever by the peaceful environment of South Goa. Experience the real vibe of Goa by visiting charming and mesmerizing places in South Goa and it is well-advised that one should definitely visit Southern Goa at least once in a lifetime.  The original part of Goa is the South Goa which consists of laid-back vibes, lush paddy fields, and occasionally hidden corners of empty beaches that will make you feel much relaxed and rejuvenated.

The secluded soul-soothing beaches of south goa are said to be the perfect getaway for all the romantic newly married couples who visit goa for their honeymoon. South Goa is a sweet and serene escapade that has many offbeat activities and heritage tours that you may not find easily in other parts of Goa. This particular part of Goa is for all age groups that will give you amusement options like best of food, sightseeing, and recreations. South Goa has something special every day, your bargaining skills will be enhanced once you visit the markets of south goa like Palolem Market, Caculo Market, and Colem Market which are very less crowded and you’ll get everything that you are looking for. If you are someone who loves nature and enjoys a laid-back away, then pack your bags and read on.

Places to visit in South Goa

Palolem Beach

One of the best beach sights to behold with water being relatively shallow and lesser tourists located in Canacona of South Goa. Palolem Beach is an absolute delight to the senses white sand facing the blue bay. This beach is majorly famous for its silent disco that is located right on the beach. Apart from that, the long stretch pristine beach carrying white sand, palm groves and shacks are just mesmerizing. Here you can also enjoy some watersports like boat riding and canoe riding, do some yoga for peace of mind, and of course, how can you go without swimming in the Arabian Sea, this will surely make your day. The beach is always open to all the age groups and you can reach here by any bus, cab or other public transport. With absolutely delightful stays you can accommodate here at the beach from 5 stars to beach huts with a mesmerizing view. The best season to visit here is from November to March to enjoy in the slight winter season of Goa.

Benaulim Beach

What to say about Benaulim Beach, if Bob Marley would have visited Goa then he would have written many songs on Benaulim Beach. It is one of the evergreen beaches of Goa and a very popular tourist spot as well. Far from the glamour and busyness of city life, Benaulim Beach has got everything ideal for you. From extravagant glowing sands, captivating shoreline, amazing convenience to the vibrant nightlife of South Goa, this place is so ideal for beach lovers that all the beach lovers will unwind and recover their spirit. As this beach is well known for fishing so you can definitely expect some great seafood cuisines. Dinner under the stars here is just something out of the world with spectacular food. You can also enjoy some water sport activities here like windsurfing, parasailing, and snorkeling.

Colva Beach

Colva Beach is itself very beautiful and very less crowded, but full of Indians unlike any other beach full of International tourists. At a distance of only 8 KM from Margao and 27 Km from Panaji, Colva Beach is located in the Southern part of Goa and is yet another hidden beach of Goa. It was founded in the year 1630 and houses a statue of Menino Jesus which is believed to have the power of healing its followers. Colva Beach presents a breathtaking view and is considered to be one of the largest and beautiful beaches of Goa. This beach is popular among people who are looking for speculation. The palm-fringed and sundrenched makes the 2.5 Km long stretch beach extremely beautiful. Guesthouses, resorts, tourists cottages are all available at Colva Beach and are well equipped with modern amenities. Other than relaxing and sunbathing you can also go for jet skis and boat rides. In the pristine and calm water of the Arabian Sea, you can also go swimming which is very relaxing for both mind, body, and soul. Colva Beach is always open for tourists of all age groups.

Utorda Beach

One of the quietest and clean beaches in Goa, the Utorda Beach of South Goa at a distance of 15 Km from Vasco Da Gama is famous for its relaxing place vibe. With beautiful shacks, you can sit back and relax on sunsets with your drinks. Here you will get many seaside adventurous activities like water skiing, dolphin boat rides, fishing, and windsurfing. Utorda beach is also home to some amazing resorts and spas which are beachside. You also get here the best of luxury accommodation like Taj with the beautiful sea-facing view. Don’t worry about food, there are many beach shacks to confuse you in what to choose from with a mix of Indian and Goan cuisine. There are many remarkable sites near Utorda Beach that you must visit, the Museum of Indian Naval Aviation, Milisim Goa Paintball, Mother of God Church, Three Kings Chapel, and many more.

Bogmalo Beach

One of the most recommended spots in Goa is Bogmalo Beach, it is a place where the elites stay. You will see many beautiful bungalows to your right and left as you head towards Bogmalo Beach. The beach is so beautiful that you’ll think of staying here forever, with very less crowd and peaceful vibes it makes the destination very popular and also it is very close to Airport. Bogmalo Beach is a perfect destination for people who loves to enjoy a private beach holiday with a very less crowd and of course the stunning landscapes. You safely swim here for hours without anyone bothering you and for adventure lovers, there are many activities to go for like snorkeling, scuba diving, jet-skiing, parasailing, and much more. As the beach shares a border with many resorts, bars, shacks, and nightclubs you have many options for food and accommodations. Don’t forget to try the cheese garlic naan at John’s.