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Keri Beach, Goa is a wonderful beach in the Pernem sub-division in the North-most part of Goa. Its magnetic attraction is further enhanced by the fact that is one of the less-crowded picturesque spots of Goa.
The sea is calm and crystal clear and the white sands superbly inviting. |
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Beach Overview
Keri Beach, Goa is a wonderful beach in the Pernem sub-division in the North-most part of Goa. Its magnetic attraction is further enhanced by the fact that is one of the less-crowded picturesque spots of Goa. The sea is calm and crystal clear and the white sands superbly inviting.
Keri Beach, Goa is popularly known as Querim beach locally and though peaceful and serene most of the year, it can be deceptive at times due to sudden undercurrents. The local folks and the ever-alert coast guards would keep you informed about when it is safe to bathe in the sea and when it is not. Be sure you take their opinion when you go into the sea.
For 300 meters inside there is no sight of any house, which gives you the feeling that you are alone on this paradise-like beach. When you do run into the civilization, you would be thrilled to see that these are house that are easily 200-300 years old.
General Accommodation Info
Keri Beach, Goa is secluded though not remote. For accommodation, you have the Tiracol or Terekhol Fort Heritage Hotel, which is named after the 16th Century Fort of Tiracol, in which the Hotel is situated. The heritage hotel adds to the amazing ambiance of the beach, reason for which this is one hot spot for tourists and locals alike.
For those who would love to live local-style there are a few thatched house that would give a phenomenal feel of the local flavor. In the village there are some decent guest houses that one could book for short of long duration stays. One such guest house is the Cinatra Residency, about 2 minutes walking distance from the river side and about 4 minutes walk from Keri Beach, Goa.
Food / Restaurant Info
For food you have a number of shacks that serve outstanding preparation of seafood. There are no restaurants per se here – other than the Hotel run restaurant, but that is in no way a drawback.
Beach Location
Keri Beach, Goa is about 28 kilometers from Mapusa or about 40 kilometers from Panaji/Panjim. The nearest airport Dabolim is about 65 kms away and the nearest railway station about 40 kms.
Main Attractions and Sites (in and around the beach)
The main attraction of Keri Beach, Goa is the more than three miles breathtaking beach itself that is unspoiled by anything of human hands. There is nothing here between you and the majestic beauty of Nature. It is thrilling, it is mesmerizing and it is humbling all at the same time.
For Nature lovers, there is more that the fairytale setting of the beach. The estuary that the beach overlooks is a haven for a wide variety of birds. You can easily spot the Kingfisher, eagles, and a number of amazing looking birds.
User reviews
Average user rating from: 5 user(s)
"happy stay at CINATRA RESIDENCY QUERIM NORTH GOA"
| Date of Stay: | January 2011 |
| I am from: | UK |
| Travelling Style: | Leisure |
| Good Points: | PERFECT ACCOMODATION |
| Bad Points: | NO WAR (ONLY PEACE)HAPPY THERE IS NO NIGHT LIFE |
OF ALL THE PLACES I FELT AT HOME AT CINATRA RESIDENCY. THEY HAVE FEW ROOMS BUT REALLY SPIC AND SPAN. SURE WE PAID MORE BUT STILL WORTH WITH ALL THE AMENITIES PROVIDED.
THE OWNER MR ANTONIO IS VERY FRIENDLY AND ALWAYS EAGER TO HELP. DOES PROVIDE ORGANIC MEALS AND BREAKFAST. THOUGH NO NIGHT LIFE, HE MAD US HAPPY TAKING HIS VAN WITH NATURAL COOK STOVES ON A MOONLIT NIGHT AND PREPARED DINNER LATE NIGHT AT HIS COUSIN ALEXIO'S SHACK.
HOPING TO VISIT AGAIN
"Mind blowing view!"
| Date of Stay: | March 2011 |
| I am from: | Gurgoan |
| Travelling Style: | Leisure |
| Good Points: | view from Tiracol Heritage fort |
| Bad Points: | food expensive at the fort restaurant |
Looking for that deserted beach with a mind blowing view? Go to Quirim beach on north Goa on the border of Maharashtra!!! About an hours drive from Baga beach. Once you get there take the 10min ferry ride across the lake to Tiracol Fort. Hang out on the beach, go to the fort for a drink and enjoy the view!!
"Great fish curry but not for Swimming"
| Date of Stay: | January 2011 |
| I am from: | Brisbane, Australia |
| Travelling Style: | Group of friends |
| Good Points: | beach shacks, Goan food, sunsets, paragliding |
| Bad Points: | not for swimming |
I wouldn’t really recommend Kerri beach Goa beach for swimming… even for someone from OZ, waves a bit rough at times. Great place to hang with mates, eat some goan fish curry rice in a beach shack, have a cold kingfisher beer or two :) and simply enjoy the breathtaking view! Oh yeah, almost forgot… paragliding is gold here. A nice day trip from Arambol beach and think it’s the most northern beach in Goa… locals kept saying ‘next beach Maharashtra, no more Goa, stay here beer cheaper’ lol
"Romantic drives around Goa"
| Date of Stay: | December 2010 |
| I am from: | Vancouver, Canada |
| Travelling Style: | Romantic/Honeymoon |
| Good Points: | picturesque, deserted, goa heritage fort |
| Bad Points: | no nightlife, sea a bit rough at times |
My wife and I were staying at the beautiful Casa Palacio Siolim House in Siolim, Goa and decided to take a scooter bike ride to some of the north Goa beaches. On our way to Arambol beach when somebody told us to check out Keri beach since another Goa heritage hotel was located there. Had a bit of trouble finding it since its also known as Quirim beach to the locals! Pleasantly surprised when we finally arrived… beach was almost deserted, only a few restaurants and beach hut shacks scattered around, not many tourist and the beach was simply beautiful. Overlooking the beach is Tiracol Heritage Fort that dates back to the 16th century.. and inside the fort we had amazing lunch at the Tiracol Fort Heritage Hotel!! WOW!! Great view, very romantic place and came back to stay a few nights before ending our vacation. Driving around Goa / India and finding hidden treasures like this will always be special to us.
"finest accomodation"
| Date of Stay: | December 1969 |
| I am from: | UK |
| Travelling Style: | Group of friends |
| Good Points: | perfect accomodation |
| Bad Points: | no night life activities except a mini disco for their guest only |
superb neat and clean accommodation, with bed room linen change every 2 days with bath room amenities. Even when there was power shortage main room lights and fan worked without any power cut to these units.
Bathroom supplied with hot water heated on gas geyser so no prob of power cut at any time of the day.
