Bogmalo Beach

This white sandy beach lies about four kilometres from Dabolim Airport in South Goa. 

Bogmalo Beach is a family-friendly, ideal and unspoilt spot for some tranquility and barefoot strolls along the shore. It’s situated in a small bay and there’s around two kilometres of shoreline to sprawl out by.

Lifeguards are on duty most of the time too, so feel free to suit up and enjoy a dip in the calm, warm waters.

You can try your hand at some water skiing and windsurfing if you’re keen for a bit of adventure. Not far from the shore, you can spot dolphins, while boat rides are on the cards too, if you fancy seeing pods of dolphins playfully swimming. 

Try to plan your visit between October and March, as other times of the year can be wet with high humidity. 

As for amenities, there are payable toilets, as well as a good mix of cafes and restaurants for peckish beachgoers to choose from. Bogmalo Beach didn’t miss the boat either when it comes to nightlife, as there are plenty of bars and nightclubs on offer.

Visitors will find plenty of choices when looking for a place to stay, as there are resorts and hotels dotted around the area.

Be sure to check out the Naval Aviation Museum, located at the naval base on the road above Bogmalo Beach. Here, you’ll see an interesting presentation of India’s naval history including fighter aircraft and naval helicopters - a must see for aircraft enthusiasts.