Palolem beach is 42 kms from Margao and is situated in the South of Goa. It is a beautiful palm-fringed cove of white sand which is unspoilt. It is surrounded by hills on both sides, resulting in a calm, idyllic sea in which you can walk into upto 100 metres.
A Walk to the butterfly island... You will spot this island to your left on entering the beach... you can walk along the beach and across some rocks during low tide and reach the island. The island has a network of trials to explore.
When you are in Palolem you can watch the beautiful sunset. Cotigao wildlife sanctuary is a good day trip from palolem. You can also ride along the narrow but beautiful coastal road northwards to visit Agonda beach and still further north cabo da rama which is a ruined fort on a cliff.
It is emerging fast as a popular spot for day-trippers from Colva and Calangute. Recently because of the springing up of hotels and guesthouses it has turned out to be a fast developing tourist destination. There are plenty of beach shacks along Palolem Beach. Since the local trade is tourism and fishing it is guaranteed that your fish dinner is straight from the sea.
The nearest places to Palolem beach are:
Agonda beach
Cabo de Rama Fort
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