Colva Beach
| Colva beach | |
|---|---|
| Beach | |
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| Country | Goa, India |
| Location | Colva |
| Activities |
 Swimming  Fishing, Boat Ride, parasailing, jet skiing, boat ride, wind surfing |
| Lifeguards |
 YES, on duty |
| Beach stretch | 2.4 km |
| Colva Beach | |
|---|---|
  Location of Colva Beach in Goa | |
| Coordinates | 15°16′50″N 73°54′42″E / 15.280661°N 73.911767°ECoordinates: 15°16′50″N 73°54′42″E / 15.280661°N 73.911767°E |
Colva Beach is located in the village of Colva which is at a distance of 9 km from Margao, 34 kilometres away from Goan capital, Panaji and longest beach in Goa.
Overview
Colva beach stretches for around 2.4 km, part of a beach consisting of about 25 km of powder white sand, lined along its shore by coconut palms, and extending as far as Bogmalo Beach to the north and Cabo de rama Beach to the South Goa's coastline.[1] Colva is now a famous tourist destination, enjoyed for its beach. The tourist industry is well developed with many budget hotels, guest houses, beach shacks, food stalls, small restaurants and pubs and bars, although these developments haven't extended in any large degree to the nightlife. The beaches are constantly monitored by lifeguards and the swimming areas flagged with coloured flags accordingly.
Being one of the famous beaches of Goa, this beach is highly crowded most of the time of the year. With a majority of its visitors being domestic Indian visitors this beach is mostly neglected by foreigners.[2]
Travel
The nearest airport is Dabolim Airport which is about 21 km away. The nearest railway station is Madgoan junction railway station in just 17 minutes drive. Colva beach can be reached from Margao by bus. Private transport such as cabs, auto rickshaws are also available.[3]