Arambol Beach

Locate : Arambol Goa is situated further North of Goa. Goa Arambol beach is approximately 50 kms from Panaji, the state capital of Goa.
Touring Season : November to February

The Beach
Arambol beach in Goa is special in many ways. One of the unique features of Arambol beach Goa in India is its tranquility and peace. Though, Goa Arambol Beach is often frequented by tourist from all over, it look quite untouched and primitive. Arambol beach in Goa, India, can be a complete delight if you are looking for just the sea, sand and sun. The peaceful villages around Arambol adds glory to the beauty of Arambol beach in Goa. There are sulphur pits and freshwater lakes near Goa Arambol beach, that tourists can use for swimming during their stay in Goa.

Beach Accessibility
Bus Lines : Tourists visiting Arambol beach can take one of the many buses that regularly ply between Arambol and Mapusa, and also between Arambol and Chopdem. A faster private minibus service to & from Panjim pull into Arambol daily.

Private / Hired Vehicles : To move locally in Arambol, vacationers can hire taxis or bikes that are easily available.

Lodging at Arambol
Arambol beach Goa does'nt have much to offer when it comes to lodging, except for one or two guesthouses located here and there. There are abolutely no beach hotels around Arambol. So it is always better that you check in at some other nearby place and then go visiting Arambol beach in Goa. Long stay visitors either bring their own bedding and cooking stuff or kit themselves out at Mapusa Market.

Charming Spots at Arambol
Teracol Fort
This fort was a key Portuguese fort for the defense of Goa, on the north side of the estuary of the Teracol River, the most northern boundary of Goa. This historic monument of the state has now been converted into a low-key luxury hotel.

A Freshwater Lake
Going further you will find a small freshwater lake extending along the bottom of the valley into a thick jungle. Fed by the boiling hot springs, the lake is lined with sulphurous mud, which, when smeared over the body, dries to form a surreal, butter coloured shell, believed to be therapeutic.

Oceanic Activities
One can go for swimming and para-gliding. The rocky headland or the cliffs near the beaches are popular for para-gliding. Dolphin watching boat trips and paragliding are amongst the fun activities on this beach. Boat trip to Anjuna Beach are also available from here. Some good cafes along the main beach and on the headland to the north serve delicious dishes from Italy, Goa and India.