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If you ever heard of the description of “mesmerizing soft and silvery sand”, Betul Beach, Goa is its picturization. The beauty of this tucked-in beach replete with shady fruit orchards and fringed by picturesquely swaying palm trees is easily depicted as ‘magical’. Basically, the front of a small traditional fishermen village, Betul Beach, Goa offers a rare glimpse in the lifestyle of the local people, who are incomparable in friendliness and hospitality. |
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Beach Overview
If you ever heard of the description of “mesmerizing soft and silvery sand”, Betul Beach, Goa is its picturization. The beauty of this tucked-in beach replete with shady fruit orchards and fringed by picturesquely swaying palm trees, is easily depicted as ‘magical’.
Basically, the front of a small traditional fishermen village, Betul Beach, Goa offers a rare glimpse in the lifestyle of the local people, who are incomparable in friendliness and hospitality. This is not the typical tourist fare – but something more beautiful; it is a portal into the life of a typical fishermen village. Most people find the experience at Betul Beach, Goa unforgettable.
General Accommodation Info
Since it is located close to some of the greatest tourist hubs, Betul Beach, Goa does not offer too much in terms of accommodation. The best bet is to check out the hotels on Mobor-Cavelossing beach, which offer you accommodation for all budgets. Right from the five-star hotels Leela Palace, and the Holiday Inn to a huge choice of one and two star hotels such as Jose Holiday Home, Mobor Beach Resort and the like.
Food / Restaurant Info
Food on Betul Beach, Goa is amazing. Known as THE place for seafood you have an enormous list to choose from; there is a continuous influx of trawlers and fishing boats that provide some of the most amazing variety of seafood.
Beach Location
Betul Beach, Goa is just about 17 kms away from Margao – the commercial hub of Goa. The Capital City of Goa – Panjim/Panaji is about 50 kms away from this wonderful beach.
Main Attractions and Sites (in and around the beach)
There are many attractions in and around Betul Beach, Goa. This place is famous for the best (and fresh) and cheap seafood. While you are on the Betul Beach, Goa do not miss out on tasting the largest mussels available this end of Goa.You can take a ride on the ferry on Sal River to Mobor Beach or you can drift around enjoying the mesmerizing scenery of the lazily undulating River of Sal.
Take a walk on the Jetty, which will give a very unusual experience of watching the mechanized boats brining in their booty for auction.
Among the best tourist attractions on Betul Beach, Goa is swimming, sun-bathing and beach exploring.
The nearby city of Margao offer you some of the best places for shopping – so you could enjoy both the amazing natural beauty of Betul Beach, Goa and the commercial most famous in the whole State of Goa.
User reviews
Average user rating from: 2 user(s)
"Secluded Betul beach"
| Date of Stay: | January 2011 |
| I am from: | Brampton |
| Travelling Style: | Romantic/Honeymoon |
| Good Points: | just another day lost in paradise! :) |
| Bad Points: | Betalbatim, Betal or Betul beach? |
Beach names in Goa can get confusing sometimes! We were told about a very picturesque drive from Agonda to Betal beach but had trouble finding it. After passing a village called Betul, we were told the beach was at the next village. Arrived in Mobor at a ferry crossing near Mobor beach and we asked the locals where Betul beach was and told us to keep going pass Varca beach. We were almost certain the beach wasn’t that far! After a very confusing conversation, we found out that Betal beach was Betul beach! The other place they were trying to send us to was Betalbatim beach!!! Lots of beaches with similar names!!!!
After taking the ferry across, we kept driving south until we reach Mobor beach. From there we found a place to park our bike near the beach and walked until we finally reached Betul beach! Exhausted after traveling in the heat of day for 3 hours, we just flopped on the beach, took out our blanket and witnessed one of the most beautiful sunsets ever!
"From Palolem to Betal Beach"
| Date of Stay: | November 2010 |
| I am from: | Plymouth |
| Travelling Style: | Leisure |
| Good Points: | driving through villages, betal beach, Bamboo house |
| Bad Points: | keeping it a secret! |
After reading a tip in the lonely planet guide about the Blue Whale restaurant on Betal beach, we planned a day trip from Palolem beach. Scooter bike rental is about 200 rupees a day or 150 for long term. Ask for Shailesh at the Café on the beach/main crossroads.
Drive from Palolem through the surrounding beaches and villages up to Betal beach is surreal! Take the coastal road for an unforgettable experience. Rice paddy fields, jungle temples, fishing villages, local markets, and stunning views are all part of the ride!
Arrived in Betal, saw the beach as we approached but had no idea how to get there. Turns out we had to drive another 5 km or so down the road, take a ferry and come back towards Betal beach again. There’s a river that separates the village from the beach!
Was a bit hesitant at first, but the local ferry ride for about 500 meters across the river is a true Indian experience. Very charming crew!
Kept driving past a 5 star hotel close to betal beach and finally arrived at the Blue Whale restaurant. Its actually the restaurant inside a beach hut resort called Bamboo House and we had a delightful prawn curry dish for lunch.
After lunch and bike ride the next natural thing to do was to go cool off in the sea. Betal beach is quiet and blissful, only 1 other couple was there and a lonely looking lifeguard walking up and down the beach. Was a bit windy lying on the beach, but the Bamboo House has beach chairs and service from the restaurant which is very practical. What more to say? This is paradise found.. please pass it on only to those would appreciate it… don’t want to ruin it for the off the beaten track traveler… not that Lonely planet has done so already! :) :) :)
