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Calangute Beach
The city of Calangute is located in the northern part of the state of Goa and is famous for the fact that it was in the 60s that the hippies first chose it. Here, as in the last century, a rich nightlife reigns with many parties in nightclubs. To date, Calangute is the most popular resort in North Goa.
Calangute Beach (कलंगुट बीच) has a coastline of about 7 km and is a continuation of Baga Beach. Even the locals do not really know where one beach ends and another begins. Here you will find a wide range of water activities and all the beach infrastructure necessary for a comfortable stay: free sunbeds, umbrellas, beach cafes and restaurants with excellent cuisine and magnificent views of the Arabian Sea.
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Calangute Beach is very popular not only among tourists, but also among local residents who like to spend their May holidays here with their families. It can hardly be called the best vacation spot for those who like to sunbathe and relax, because due to the large number of vacationers it is not always clean and it is noisy here. Most vacationers who want to combine noisy entertainment with a relaxing beach holiday prefer to go sunbathing to neighboring beaches, where there are fewer people and the sand and the sea are cleaner.
Calangute Beach Famous For
Calangute Beach is famous for being one of the busiest and most popular beaches in Goa, India. It is known for its long stretches of golden sand, water sports activities, vibrant nightlife, and lively atmosphere. It is also a popular tourist destination, attracting both local and international visitors, who come to enjoy the beach, food, and other entertainment options available in the area.
Calangute Beach Distance
The distance from Panaji, Goa to Calangute Beach is approximately 15 km. The drive takes around 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on traffic.
Calangute Beach Timings
The beach is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Climate
The typical subequatorial climate inherent in the entire coast of Goa undoubtedly extends to Calangute Beach. Pronounced rainy season in summer, sweltering and hot months of the off-season and a comfortable dry season from November to March inclusive.
The most crowded in Calangute in December and January. On New Year's holidays in Goa, the most comfortable conditions for recreation, and photos of the Indian tropics in winter will warm you all year round. Spending a couple of weeks at a temperature of +32 ... +33 degrees during the day and +19 ... +20 degrees at night is a great option to gain strength in Goa's Calangute. Reviews of enthusiastic travelers are persistently pushing into the arms of India, especially in Goa.
What to see and Things to do in Calangute Beach
Not far from Calangute Beach is one of the most famous sights of Goa - the Kerkar Art Gallery, where you can see the works of famous Indian artists. Once a week, the gallery holds Indian dance and song evenings, so everyone who is interested in Indian culture should definitely visit this place.
For those tourists who cannot imagine a vacation without music and dancing, we advise you to definitely visit the legendary nightclub Tito's Nightclub, which has been pleasing clubbers since 1971. Also worth a visit are the two more modern clubs Mambo and Kamaki, which, although they do not have a long history, have already managed to gain huge popularity among dance music lovers.
In addition to noisy parties, on Calangute Beach you can go to meditation courses, yoga, reiki, learn how to do massage and do karate.
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Things to do?
- Sea and sun. There are many beach cafes on this beach - just order food or drinks, and you can use a sun lounger and umbrella, which is nice.
- Rest on the water. In Calangute, the choice of water activities is very wide - banana riding, jet skis, boat trips, water skiing, kayaks, parachutes pulled by a boat and much more.
- Markets. In Calangute there is the largest fish market in Goa, and a large food market Calangute Market, and nearby is the Tibetan market. It will not be possible to acquire peace and tranquility there, but the singing bowl is quite.
- Tobacco and hookah. Calangute has perhaps the widest choice on the coast.
- Purchases. There are a lot of shops and shops of clothing, jewelry, Indian exotics and street vendors for everything in the world on this beach. Tired of shopping - there are also many spas, beauty salons and massage centers. If you get bored with them, go to an art gallery.
- Nightlife and restaurants. Almost every restaurant offers its own entertainment program, and there are discos in the beach cafes every evening. As a rule, restaurants are open until 3-4 am, and shacks are open until the last customer. You can choose food for every taste - there are restaurants of continental, Goan and Indian cuisine.
Calangute Beach Activities
Calangute Beach Nightlife
Calangute Beach Water Sports
Calangute Beach in Goa offers various water sports activities such as parasailing, banana boat rides, jet skiing, speed boat rides, and scuba diving. These activities can be enjoyed in the safe and controlled environment provided by local operators and instructors.
If you want to get to know Goa better, local travel agencies will offer you a wide range of different excursions.
How to get there
Calangute is located in North Goa. To get to it from Dabolim Airport will take from an hour to two, depending on the type of transport.
Taxi is fast but the most expensive. Do not take the first one that comes across, and it is even better to order a car with an advance payment.
It takes a long time to get by crossroads, but it's cheap. First by bus to Vasco da Gama bus station. From there to Panaji. Already in the capital, you can take a direct route to Calangute.
As an option: take a taxi or bus to Thivim, and from there take a train with a stop in Calangute.
Where to stay in Calangute
Hotels near Calangute Beach
Map of Calangute hotels with prices
Hotels in the city of Calangute are not particularly luxurious, but they can please you with very affordable prices.
To book a hotel on this beach at the best price on the Internet, use this map or search form. She will quickly find available rooms for you and show the price for them immediately from many popular booking sites (Agoda.com, Booking.com, etc.).
Food and drinks of Calangute, Goa: What to try & Where to eat
Food and drinks:
- Seafood soups
- Stuffed squid
- Rice and noodles with chicken or shrimp
- Shrimp curry
Where to eat:
The most famous bars and restaurants of Calangute:
- Peter s bar
- Angela P. Fernandes
- Bella Ciao Italian Restaurant
- Tibetan Kitchen
- O'Coqueiro
- Beach cafe Souza Lobo with a good selection of fish dishes
- Best Indian Restaurant Mirabai Goan
- After Seven
- Mooncrest on the Waves
- Bob's Inn
- Casa Andre's
Calangute Beach Information
Reviews for Calangute Beach
If you come to a real party - this beach is the perfect choice, you can always find where to dance and listen to music. If you are planning a quiet family vacation, this place is not for you. Because of the numerous tourists, it is always noisy here, the sea is muddy. I like a varied cuisine, you can always buy fresh fruits for a low price, they offer juices. In Calangute, there is simply a chic selection of hotels, you can find budget accommodation close to the beach.
Our review
Attractions Near Calangute Beach
- Baga Beach
- Fort Aguada
- Anjuna Beach
- Mapusa Market
- St. Alex Church
- Saturday Night Market
- Candolim Beach
- Reis Magos Fort
- Arpora Saturday Night Bazaar
- St. Anthony's Chapel
- Butterfly Beach
- Ashvem Beach
- Lord Buddha Statue
- Hilltop Goa.
