Booking a flight to Goa for an immersive Goan experience on your next getaway? In that case, Candolim Beach welcomes you. This beach, along with the Baga and Calangute beach, makes the Goan trio where all the happening affair takes place. We know you are already getting excited and so are we!
With electrifying parties, incredible landmarks, and hippie markets, Candolim beach has everything to satisfy your expectation from your dream destination. And for the next time you are thinking about a trip to Candolim beach, here is a travel guide to help you plan an amazing stay!
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With so much to see, it can be a little difficult to select the best destinations to visit when you are in Candolim Beach. We have the perfect solution! You concentrate on your trip and let us create a list of places to see in Candolim beach for you!
If you are interested in Portuguese heritage and culture, Aguada Fort must be on your list. This is one of the best places to visit near Candolim. Located near Mandodari, this fort contains several features that will blow your mind! The main agenda behind the fort’s construction was to defend the Portuguese stronghold in Goa against the Dutch and Maratha invaders. Here is a secret! This fort has a hidden passage that was constructed to escape during wars. And the fort also has a formidable citadel. That’s not all! The fort also features bastions, a gunpowder room and a moat. So, have a little time on your hand when you visit the Aguada fort because the fort has many things in store for you!
Well, Goa has plenty of beaches to explore and we would love to visit them all. But on this list of places to see in Candolim beach, now we have the longest beach in North Goa, the Calangute beach! Stretching all the way from Baga to Candolim, this place is an exceptional destination for beach lovers. The reasons are its eating joints, thrilling sports activities and of course its sheer size. When you reach the beach, devour some of the lip-smacking food, indulge in fun beach activities and enjoy partying during the nighttime! And after a long day of fun, you can relax at the shacks in Candolim!
Another fort to our list! Built around the year 1612, Sinquerim Fort served the same purpose as Aguada Fort. And before you ask, yes, this is an extension to the Aguada Fort. Time to dig into its incredible features. Facing the Sinquerim Beach, Sinquerim fort divides the shoreline into two separate divisions. The beautiful sight of the fortified wall on the lower section of the fort and the bastion is worth watching! Visit Sinquerim Fort, try the seafood in some of the best shacks in Candolim and party at the nightclubs. We bet you won’t regret it!
For a fun-filled day during your Candolim beach trip, head on to the Mandovi River! Often touted as the lifeline of Goa, Mandovi River (also known as Mahadayi River) originates in Karnataka and adjoins with Zuari River. The best thing you can do here is to enjoy the sunset and have dinner on the river cruise (yes, there are cruises!). If you are thinking about going on the cruise, let us tell you, you can go on the river cruise at any time of the day. And if not the cruise, you can take a ferry ride by the river via Betim and enjoy a mesmerising view of the river. Take our advice and book one of the beach resorts in Candolim Goa around here! The view from the hotel rooms will be worth it!
From thrilling air sports to water sports in Candolim beach, the list of things to do is a long and exciting one! So, without any further ado, here is what you can do in Candolim beach!
Let us take you to the dream world! Imagine a bird’s-eye view of the Goan coastline! How delightful the sight will be! Time to experience the delightful sight with parasailing! Many tourists worldwide have included this activity in their list of things to do in Candolim and we don’t see any reason why you don’t! And yes, it is completely safe (if you are wondering). All you gotta do is hold the rope tight and let parasailing take care of the rest!
If the name excites you, so will the activity. We promise! Don’t worry, the world-class instructors will guide you throughout. Just grab the boat tightly as the speedboat will slam into the big waves attempting to throw you into the water. You will be given life jackets and other gears that will keep you safe and sound.
Feel the adrenaline rush escalating by climbing onto a high-octane jet ski ride! Take our word, if you come to Candolim Beach and forget to try this activity, you will be missing out on something really mind-blowing. Jet skiing gives you an opportunity to skid through the water at jet speed. Now you might be wondering, ‘What if I fall in the water while riding?” Well, there is nothing to worry about. Professionals will help you re-board your jet ski. But if you want to do it all alone, here is a hack. Hold the handle tightly and pull out yourself onto the back deck of the jet ski. And it will be a fun ride!
On our list of things to do so far, we talked about a bird’s-eye view of Goa. Now is the time to plunge deeper, below sea level and try snorkelling! If you have not tried snorkelling before, then you must. Because while snorkelling, you can experience the vibrant beauty of the underwater world. The very sight of the corals and colourful fishes will surely amaze you! Oh, we almost forgot the dolphins! Yes, you can watch dolphins in Candolim Beach while snorkelling! The best idea will be staying at one of the hotels in Candolim beach and opting for this activity during the daytime!
Now that you have a brief idea of where to go and what to do in Candolim Beach, can you guess when is the ideal time to visit the beach for an enthralling experience? It is from April to November when a Candolim beach trip will be perfect. But, if you want to visit in any other months of the year - you can because the beach is beautiful any time of the year! And the beach and the hotels near Candolim beach are open for its visitors throughout the year. You can also opt for a Candolim beach resort.
Take inspiration from this travel guide, have an extraordinary Candolim Beach experience and don’t forget to enjoy the Candolim beach nightlife when you are there!
