For those looking for complete tranquility, head to the remote Cola Beach in Canacona, a city located in Goa’s South.
Though one of Goa’s most beautiful and popular, Agonda Beach still somehow manages to avoid the crowds that other famous beaches, like Baga and Candolim, have been overrun with.
Traditionally a fishermen’s village, this long stretch of sand has recently become a haven for tourists—but its bohemian vibes still remains strong.
Ashwem Beach is perhaps best-known—and best-loved—for its lack of hawker stands, giving visitors a sense of peace and isolation.
For the partygoers and the backpackers out there, this one’s for you. Vagator Beach, in Goa’s Bardez Tuluka region, is another hippie haunt known for its red cliffs, laid-back vibe and shacks serving up quality seafood, beer and wine.
Ask any traveler who’s been to Goa, and they’ll probably tell you that Mandrem Beach is where to start. Clear blue waters, colorful beach huts and a spiritual aura—only strengthened by the strong presence of yogis and calm waters—make this beach a must-visit.
North of Patnem and Palolem Beach lies Butterfly Island, which is only accessible by boat, but offers visitors a secluded and sometimes even completely empty experience.
The quietest of Goa’s southernmost beaches, Patnem is a great alternative for those looking for the colorful beach huts and seaside snack shacks that nearby beaches, such as Palolem, offer.