Tuesday, 3 March 2015

Baga Beach

The mouth of the Baga River (Baga Creek) is at the beach's north end and the beach is sort of the end of the road - and the end of the beach strip Sinquerim to Baga. Although this is a relatively small beach, there is so much going on! 

Brito's is a good resturant on the beach for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a cold Kingfisher. In front of Brito's you can rent beach chairs. You'll be offered trinkets, massages, and boat rides. There are watersports available and fishing canoes will make the short trip to Anjuna flea market on Wednesdays (a great option since the trip by road is much longer). And of course, there are beach shacks.

The beach is usually fairly clean (at least one of the cleaner beaches). It gets very hot in the afternoons so be sure to wear sunscreen, a hat, and drink plenty of water. You can swim in the sea but watch the undertow.

The street in front of the beach is packed with restaurants, shops, and guesthouses. Popular clubs Tito's and Mambo's are also located in Baga. Along with Candolim and Calangute, if you stay in this area, you will find everything you need.
Fisherman/fishing canoes at Baga Beach Fisherman/fishing canoes at Baga Beach

Baga a seaside town in Bardez, Goa, India. It comes under the jurisdiction of Calangute, which is 2 km south. Baga is known for its popular beach and Baga Creek. It is visited by thousands of tourists annually.
The beach contains rows of shacks and fishing boats, and at high tide the beach is narrow.[3]
The beach is named after the Baga Creek, which empties into the Arabian Sea at the north end of the beach.[4]
Baga Beach is also famous for parasailing, water sports (banana ride) and dolphin cruises.

 The mouth of the Baga River (Baga Creek) is at the beach's north end and the beach is sort of the end of the road - and the end of the beach strip Sinquerim to Baga. Although this is a relatively small beach, there is so much going on! 

Brito's is a good resturant on the beach for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a cold Kingfisher. In front of Brito's you can rent beach chairs. You'll be offered trinkets, massages, and boat rides. There are watersports available and fishing canoes will make the short trip to Anjuna flea market on Wednesdays (a great option since the trip by road is much longer). And of course, there are beach shacks.

The beach is usually fairly clean (at least one of the cleaner beaches). It gets very hot in the afternoons so be sure to wear sunscreen, a hat, and drink plenty of water. You can swim in the sea but watch the undertow.

The street in front of the beach is packed with restaurants, shops, and guesthouses. Popular clubs Tito's and Mambo's are also located in Baga. Along with Candolim and Calangute, if you stay in this area, you will find everything you need.
Fisherman/fishing canoes at Baga Beach Fisherman/fishing canoes at Baga Beach

Baga a seaside town in Bardez, Goa, India. It comes under the jurisdiction of Calangute, which is 2 km south. Baga is known for its popular beach and Baga Creek. It is visited by thousands of tourists annually.
The beach contains rows of shacks and fishing boats, and at high tide the beach is narrow.[3]
The beach is named after the Baga Creek, which empties into the Arabian Sea at the north end of the beach.[4]
Baga Beach is also famous for parasailing, water sports (banana ride) and dolphin cruises.
Baga Beach is a popular beach and tourist destination in North Goa.[1][2] Baga is located at the north end of the contiguous beach stretch that starts from Sinquerim, Candolim, leads to Calangute and then to Baga.
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Dolphins can be located at around 1–2 km from the shoreline
The beach contains rows of shacks and fishing boats, and at high tide the beach is narrow.[3]
The beach is named after the Baga Creek, which empties into the Arabian Sea at the north end of the beach.[4]
Baga Beach is also famous for parasailing, water sports (banana boat rides), jet skies and dolphin cruises.
It is also famous for places like Brittos, Titos,Mambos etc.
Baga Beach in north Goa may be touristy and busy but for those who like action, it’s one of the most happening beaches on the coast. You'll find everything from water sports to fine dining restaurants there, along with a pulsating nightlife.

Location

Baga Beach is located inNorth Goa, 9 kilometers (6 miles) from Mapusa and 16 kilometers (10 miles) from Panaji, the state capital. It's bordered by Calangute Beach to the south, and Anjuna Beach to the north on the other side of the river. Baga Beach starts right where Calangute ends, although it's hard to pinpoint exactly where.

Climate and Weather

The weather at Baga is warm throughout the year. Temperatures rarely reach more than 33 degrees Celsius (91 degrees Fahrenheit) during the day or drop below 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit) at night. Some winter nights can get a bit chilly from December to February though. Baga receives rain from the southwest monsoon from June to August. The beach huts close during this time, although many nightspots remain open. The tourist season kicks off in late October, and starts slowing down around March.





What to Do

Water sports are a huge attraction. You can go para sailing, wake boarding, windsurfing,kite surfing, or take a ride on a jet ski. Dolphin spotting trips and island trips are other popular options.  However, many people are simply content lazing on the sun lounges in front of the beach shacks all day and feasting on a steady supply of food, beer, and cocktails.

Where to Stay

The Ronil Beach Resort has double rooms for $85 per night and is centrally located, five minutes walk from the beach. Colonia Santa Maria is a bit more upmarket and has cottages leading to the beach for $150. The new and popular 16 Degrees North is a boutique hotel by the river with rooms prices around $140. Baia Do Sol is another similarly priced boutique hotel with a wonderful location on the river front.

Where to Party

Baga is well known for its commercial nightlife, most of which can be found in and around Tito's Lane -- home to the infamous Club Tito and Cafe Mambo. Both hold regular events with interstate DJs. Many people don't think Tito's is worth the money though, despite the hype (expect to pay 2,000 rupees for single guys, and 1,500 rupees for a couple).
Cape Town Cafe is widely regarded as the best place to party on Tito's Lane. Also, head to hip Cocktails and Dreams to try an astonishing variety of cocktails and shooters, and be dazzled by barmen with impressive flame juggling skills. Guys will love the Sports Cafe. For those who prefer live music, Cavala caters to an older crowd and has retro performances on many nights of the week.

Where to Eat

Fiesta (opposite Club Titos) will take your breath away with its magical setting and scrumptious food. Britto's, a beach shack specializing in seafood, is a popular tourist place that serves Goan cuisine that isn't too spicy for the western palate. Find it at the far northern end of the beach. You can dine on a table right on the beach. The Lila Cafe, with its offerings of freshly baked bread on the river bank, is recommended for breakfast and lunch. The spectacular garden setting of East Meets West is perfect for romantic night time dining, and there's live music nightly too.


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