Betalbatim Beach
The Betalbatim beach is a small stretch located along the South Goa coast south of Majorda beach & north of Colva beach .The Betalbatim beach has several beach shacks with the number increasing as you get closer to Colva. This is a relatively calm beach & is great for an afternoon stroll along the shore. Dolphins & Rare species of birds are often spotted here and there are local fishermen who can take you to a dolphin trip .Being pretty and surrounded by greenery from the land this is one of the best & picture perfect beaches of Goa. Some of the key attractions of the beach are Church of St Thomas an architectural marvel and a magical sunset. Betalbatim beach tour is ideal for people who want to spend their time far from the madding crowds still enjoying comfort. Regular bus service from Margao & Vasco da Gama is operational for taking visitors to Betalbatim Beach.
A vast stretch lies to the northern direction of the famous Colva beach, where the wanderers from Colva beach discover that the endless strip of white sand just keeps getting better and cleaner as they move away from the more famous cousin. The Betalbatim beach stretches till the horizon and is practically deserted save for the intermittent hutments and shacks which cater for the logistic needs and a few fishermen hutments which are deserted during daytime.
The beach is clean and beautiful and is surrounded by greenery from the land side wherein mango as well palm grove provides an assuring roof over the top.
The beach is clean and beautiful and is surrounded by greenery from the land side wherein mango as well palm grove provides an assuring roof over the top.
Dolphin sighting trips are a major attraction here apart from the scenic beauty comprising the ubiquitous coconut palms, vast stretches of sand and the wonderful sunset to boot! This is also the reason why the Betalbatim beach is called the sunset beach.
Betalbatim is situated around 8 Kms. from Margao. Betalbatim beach popularly know as the sunset beach.