Betalbatim Beach Holidays

Pinned to Goa’s western edge, Betalbatim Beach is part of the wider Betalbatim resort. It’s pretty chilled around here – this place is all about library-quiet afternoons that are great for sunbathing on treasure-coloured sand. In the village, you’ve got a cluster of restaurants and little shops. And if you’re after something with a bit more buzz, you’re a 10-minute walk from the neighbouring resort of Colva.

Betalbatim Beach has got a real off-the-beaten-track feel – most travelistas don’t know about it yet. It’s all about as lively as sunbathing and tucking in to a picnic of king prawns – you’ll find a scattering of seafood shacks backing this biscuit-coloured ribbon of sand. You can also expect great surfing conditions – sometimes you can see dolphins playing in the waves. And if you walk along the beach, you’ll spy pastel-coloured conch shells dotting the sand.

When it comes to exploring further afield, there’s lots to see within walking distance. If you fancy something a bit livelier than what’s on offer in Betalbatim, Colva Beach is right next door – and it’s super popular with holidaymakers. You can also hire bikes and explore Goa’s countryside on two wheels. Head into the hills and you’ll pass celery-green paddy fields and colourful Portuguese-inspired villages.