Baga Beach of Goa is basically an extension of the longer and popular Calangute beach. The beach is a part of the 30-km stretch of the western beach coastline of Goa. Located by the side of the Arabian sea, this beach begins at Fort Aguada and merges into Calangute beach. Away from the hustle and bustle of Calangute, the calm environs of Baga is appreciated by many. Baga is some 18 kms away from Goa's capital city of Panaji.

Accommodation and Connectivity

If travelling by air, the nearest airport would be Dabolim at a distance of 29 kms from Calangute. The nearest railhead is the small station of armali. Many buses operate between Panaji and Calangute some of which go upto Baga beach. It takes almost 25 minutes to reach Calangute from Panaji. .


A few prominent accommodation nests in Baga are Alidia Beach Cottage, Hotel Baia Do Sol and Divine Guest House. Accommodation facilities are also available in Calangute.

Beach Attractions

The Serenity and Scenery

Covered by clean brown sand like a thick carpet, Baga beach is the first choice of those who love to spend time amidst serenity. As nearby Calangute is congested, Baga offers the right alternative. There are many palm trees standing very close to the edge of the water. The scenery of this beach is unspoiled and more varied.

Water Sports

Lesser number of tourists makes Baga an ideal water sport destination. A lot of foreign tourists camp at Baga and play sports like beach volleyball and rafting.

Baga Food Joints

Baga has some of the best restaurants in Goa serving a wide range of delicacies. The combination of seafood and coffee is the most popular. The fishing beach The Baga beach is very famous for fishing. Lots of tourists try their luck out at angling hoping to catch a big fish and marinate the catch under the sun! Those who rise early can hope to see the fishermen returning with their day's catch.


Baga River

The Baga River with its strong currents offers a nice diversion for both children and adults. A lot of curious tourists assemble at the place where the river and the sea meets.

Medicinal Springs

A few metres away from the beach, one can see the fast falling waters of a few springs believed to have medicinal properties. Bathing is very popular in these streams. The beach with the most serene ambience, Baga is chosen for holidaying mostly by a select class of tourists. The nightlife of Baga is regarded as the most liveliest of all Goa beaches.