Palolem Beach Goa

The most popular beach of South Goa, Palolem is also one of the most picturesque beaches in the state. Enclosed by a thick forest of coconut palms, Palolem is popular amongst family vacationers as well as backpackers and young crowds. The beach is as perfect for a quiet laid-back holiday as for partying.

The north side of the beach is where one can find family vacationers enjoying their quiet and relaxing holiday. In the centre and south of Palolem Beach, backpackers and young crowd can be seen hanging out at the beach shacks or enjoying watersports.

• Dolphin Sighting : Boats can be hired from Palolem Beach for enjoying a great session of dolphin sighting. It is a great experience to sight a pod of dolphins or a single dolphin swimming along your boat.
• Fishing : One can hire a boat to go on a fishing trip from Palolem Beach. An inexpensive trip along the backwater canals during the high tide can be enjoyed.
• Kayaking : Kayaking is possible along the backwater canals near Palolem Beach. It is in fact, a great way to explore the area.
• Hike to Butterfly Beach : During the low tide, one can even attempt to hike to the Butterfly Beach. It is the perfect place to catch the view of the beautiful sunset.
• Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary : A day trip from Palolem can be made to Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, where the rich wildlife of Goa can be witnessed.
• Shopping : Palolem has a strip of shops just behind the beach where one can buy a number of items including souvenirs and Bohomenian jewellery and clothing.
• Learn Cooking : Learn making North Indian and Goan cuisine at Chef Rahul’s cooking classes at his kitchen on Palolem's main road, behind Cuba beach bungalow.
• Wellness Treatment : One can avail a mixture of Ayurvedic massages, reflexology, Reiki and energy healing at Himalayan Therapeutic Studio. Learning/practising Yoga is also a possibility at Cozy Nook, Anand Yoga Village, Bhakti Kutir, Ruban Yoga and Ayurveda Village, Earth Yoga Village, and Dreamcatcher.