Arambol Beach / Harmal Beach

Beach

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Distance (From Kadamba Bus Terminus): 34 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 1-2 Hours

Place Location: Near Arambol Village , Between Kalacha And Ashwem

Transportation Options: Bus / Cab / Auto / Rental Bike

Travel Tips: 1. Kalacha Beach (1 km) can also be visited from this Beach.
2. Ashwem Beach (6 kms) can also be visited from this Beach.
3. Our Lady of Mount Carmal Church (15 kms) can also be visited from this Beach.
4.Mandrem Beach (6 kms) can also be visited from this Beach.

At a distance of 34 km from Panaji Kadamba Bus Stand and 22 km from Mapusa Bus Stand, Arambol also known as Harmal beach is a pristine and secluded beach situated in North Goa. It is one of the most beautiful among Goa beaches and also a relatively less crowded beaches in North Goa.

The Arambol Beach extends over 16 km and consists of two beaches. More popular is the Harmal beach contains long stretch of curving sand and it is good for swimming. It is a perfect place for people looking for peace and tranquility. The second, more picturesque beach lies beyond the rocky stretch and can only be reached on foot and is bordered by steep cliffs on both sides. It is a rocky as well as sandy beach and has a fresh water lagoon which extends along the bottom of the valley into a thick jungle. The lake is fed by boiling hot springs and is lined with sulphurous mud which people love applying on their body to do wonders to their skin.

The rocky cliffs near the beaches are popular for paragliding and dolphin watching boat trips are amongst the fun activities on this beach along with Wind and Kite surfing, Body boarding, and Sailing.

Paragliding timings: 9 am to 1 pm on all days. Price: Rs 3000.