India has a lot of tourist attractions. The best Honeymoon Destination or Location in India is Goa. The beaches and the nightlife is like a daydream. Here, we are listing the top 5 places to visit in Goa to experience romantic life and a perfect Honeymoon.
Goa is known for the party culture that a beast like you craves. The nightlife, the party junkies, the silver-white sands, soul-chilling water sports activities, the luxurious stays, sea waves hugging your toes, moonlight walks, candlelight dinners, and picture-perfect for love birds, well Goa has it all. We are listing here the top 5 romantic beaches in Goa that will charm up your soul and give you a dream-like an experience with the love of your life. My visit to these wonderful beaches gave me wholesome experiences and memories to remember for a lifetime. Those romantic beaches and the candlelight dinners still charm me up. They sure were the golden days of my life with bling on my ring finger to add on.
1. Butterfly Beach
As the name suggests, this serene and secluded beach is known for the exotic varieties of Butterflies fluttering in a heavenly surrounding. This lesser-known beach in Goa offers a beautifully picturesque, guarded by two giant hills from both sides in the north of Palolem, offering gorgeous sunset views, perfect for couples looking for peace. I myself spent like two days at this beach during my stay of a week over there and the beauty is still on my nerve. Listing this as the first point is because my heart goes along with the butterflies.
Major attractions: Beautiful butterflies will swirl around you, and goldfishes to blink at you from within the waves while dipping your toes in the sea waves. Kayaking and diving can also cheer you up while you can spot many Dolphins from here.
How to Reach
To reach here, you can hop on a ferry from Palolem or Agonda beaches as this beautiful and semi-circled beach is not approachable by any other means. For a wider and more punctuated experience, you can opt for a ship ride too. And if you are feeling too thrilled, you can try out trekking around the thick forest surrounding this beach.
Best time to Visit
The ideal time to visit the Butterfly beach is between November to March as the weather is really pleasant during this period and you can observe minimal rainfall. The best time of the day to visit the beach is early morning as you will find fewer crowds and the weather remains breezy and sunny.
Entry Fees: INR 10/- per person.
2. Velsao Beach
A perfect spot to canoodle with your partner, Velaso beach provides the best scenic background to add the pinch of salt to your romantic stay. Azure seawater, navy blue sky, silverish sands, and a spot in solitude, Velaso Beach is known for its serenity. The best part is, that the place is secluded, unspoiled, and clean. Sunbathing, Swimming and other water sports can also be enjoyed here.
Major Attractions: Vast stretches of white sands, bird watching, lush green coconut farms, sea sport activities, and sunbathing in a serene environment are some of the benefits that Velsao Beach offers. Swimming, Boat Rides, and Snorkeling are exceptionally good here.
How to Reach
At a distance of 25 km from Panjim Kadamba Bus Stand, 15 km from Vasco Da Gama Railway Station, and 19 km from Margao Railway Station, Velsao Beach is situated in South Goa. From the Goa International Airport, you can hire a car or taxi to reach the destination. There are also direct bus services available from Panaji to Velsao.
Best time to Visit
Although the climate is beautiful throughout the year, our recommendations are to visit during the months from November to March. Since humidity is low, the pleasant weather will tempt you with a lot of foreign migratory birds at your welcome.
3. Betul Beach
Imagine sizzling plates of seafood at the tip of your tongue, in a romantic setting under the coconut groves, your partner’s hand in yours, sunset, rippling sea waves, and a secluded serene beach…if heaven is not this then what is? Betul Beach offers you such a panoramic view and a sight to remember for a lifetime.
Major Attractions: You can enjoy sunbathing, fishing, romantic lunches, and dinners, sloshing drinks, and a lot more, and that too in a lavish style at Betul Beach.
How to Reach
Betul Beach is located at a distance of 49.5 kilometers from Panaji. Betul can be reached by bus from Margao but the frequency of buses is low. Private transport such as cabs, and auto-rickshaws are also available from Margao.
Best time to Visit
Betul offers a secluded space to relax and swim in clear waters surrounded by the beautiful natural landscape. Many visitors also choose to walk to the nearby Mobor Peninsula. September to March are the ideal periods to visit Betul Beach.
4. Candolim Beach
The pride of North Goa stands out in any and every aspect. Candolim beach is a beautiful scenic spot, best for relaxation, unwinding, rejuvenating, and spending quality time with your lady love. The additional beauty that this beach has is the scrub-covered dunes that are both appealing to the eyes and the camera frames. Yes, you heard it right. This place is especially famous for aesthetic pre-wedding photoshoots. I totally got the visualizations of ‘Wake Up Sid’ and ‘Housefull’ movies while I was there and the pictures I got for my anniversary are in the literal sense- ‘JAW DROPPING’.
Major Attractions
The place is best suited for soul-chilling water sports. From Scuba Diving to Jet Skiing, you can find almost every super fun activity at Candolim Beach. This bewitching beach is particularly known for its nightlife which ensures fun and some crazy moments to remember for a lifetime. If tranquility is your type then soothing views of dolphins tottering within the sea waves will cheer you up.
Major Attractions
Located in North Goa along the stretch of Aguada Fort, Candolim beach is about 12.5 km from Panaji.
- Bus- The bus takes half an hour to reach Candolim Beach, and the bus fare is minimal that ranging from 30-40 INR.
- Car/ Taxi- The other traveling option can be your car, or you can even hire a taxi. It takes around 15-20 minutes by taxi to reach Candolim Beach from Panji.
- You can search for a cruise from Panji
Best Time To Visit
You can visit Candolim beach at any time of the year for an enthralling experience, but the month between April to November is the best time to visit this beach. The best time to visit this beach is between 6 am to 6 pm, which is the ideal time for sunset and sunrise. Otherwise, you can visit this beach at any time as it is always open to visitors.
5. Kakolem Beach
Sky, Serenity, and Sea. These three ‘S’ perfectly define Kalolem beach or let’s say Tiger Beach. Cupped in the palms of Goa, the place is secluded and has maintained its spectacular beauty. Pina Coladas, arms of your beloved, bright yet calm sun, sea waves kissing your toes, and wah-lah, you have just pictured what it is like to be at Kakolem beach. Kakolem Beach is quite tricky as it is hidden from general public view You will have to climb down a small cliff near the Vagon bus stop to reach here, which falls on the way to Betul Beach from Canacona.
The unruly wilderness, the peaceful, and the aesthetic surroundings are a major lure for all who are looking for a tranquil beach vacay. Coconut waters and soul-quenching drinks are a must to try here. If you want a corner and peace of mind like I do for I am up for any moment to grasp the escape time, well then this beach is your destination for very rare people visit here and therefore is free from the general hustle-bustle of tourist places.
Major Attractions
Feel free to bathe in Sun and Sea, ignorant of ‘zero’ eyes around. Save the moment and live the sea life to its fullest. Speed Boat rides can also be well enjoyed here.
How to Reach
Kakolem Beach is located at a distance of 60 kilometers from the city of Panaji. There is no proper road and only a small path off the main road leads to the beach. There are no buses that travel to this beach. One can reach this beach only by private transport. Private transport such as cabs; auto-rickshaws are also available from Margao. You can also reach the beach by boat or motorboat.
Best time to Visit
The weather is pleasant throughout the year so visiting at any time of the 12 months is equally benefitting for you. Although our recommendations are to visit between November to the month of March as the winter vibes pave in reducing the humidity and averaging the weather altogether.
Goa as it is said is the Vegas of India. No less than an equally exciting place with a scenic beauty hard yet imaginable, this place led me to daydream and so well it will to you. The beach life with your partner’s fingers in your finger gaps of yours will not only garnish your bond but also give you a lifetime to remember. I visited Goa with a friend and I got back with a fiance and trust me, the story we created there is much more than mere words. If you are looking for a calm and cool place to crash with your love then think no more for these very beaches mentioned above will tempt your soul in an unimaginable way.
