Morjim Beach
A wide beach on the north bank of the Chapora River mouth in North Goa, a nesting ground for olive ridley turtles and popular with Russian visitors, earning it the nickname “Little Russia.”
Morjim Beach lies on the north bank of the Chapora River mouth. Its wide, gentle sands are uncrowded and calm, ideal for strolling, sunbathing and watching the sunset, and seagulls and fishing boats are common around the river mouth. Each winter, olive ridley turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, and the forestry department fences off hatchery protection zones. Please do not approach the fences, and avoid using lights or making loud noise at night. Because large numbers of Russian tourists stay here long term, menus and signs in the area are often in Russian, earning it the nickname “Little Russia.” In recent years, beach parties and kitesurfing have also become popular. It is about a 15-minute drive from Vagator across the Chapora River bridge, and the beach is free to access.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Chapora Fort
- Vagator Beach
- Ashwem Beach
- Anjuna Flea Market
- Arpora Saturday Night Market
- Baga Beach
- Arambol Beach
- Calangute Beach