Calangute Beach
The longest and liveliest beach in North Goa, known as the “Queen of Beaches,” densely packed with water sports and beach shacks.
Calangute is the longest and busiest beach in North Goa, running north to join Baga Beach. In peak season, the sand is lined with beach shacks and loungers that are free to use with a drink purchase. This is the hub of water activities, where banana boat rides, speedboats and parasailing cost a few hundred to over a thousand rupees. Agree on prices before setting out, and make sure life jackets are provided. Behind the beach, the streets are lined with hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops. Access is easy, but it is crowded and noisy. For a quieter stretch, walk south to Candolim. Swim only in areas flagged by lifeguards. During the monsoon (June–September), the waves are dangerous, and entering the sea is prohibited.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Baga Beach
- Arpora Saturday Night Market
- Anjuna Flea Market
- Fort Aguada
- Vagator Beach
- Reis Magos Fort
- Mapusa Friday Market
- Chapora Fort