Last Updated on February 18, 2021 by Augustin Fernandes
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The highly famed and lovable Bogmalo Beach is located near the city of Vasco in Goa. Bogmalo beach is a place where one can experience a full load of adventures as well as a few leisure activities too.
About Bogmalo Beach
This beach is a perfect spot for visitors to feel the serenity of the atmosphere, speckled with simple beauty for all to enjoy. The beach here is surrounded by coconut palms and fishing villages. It boasts a large number of shack restaurants, where locals and travel lovers can have some well garnished Goan cuisines.
This beach also acts as a perfect picnic spot for beach lovers, where one can feel relaxed and enjoy a beachside meal.
In addition to this, Bogmalo beach comes with a spectacular area of vast sand and beauty, for you to take a long walk with your loved ones or a dip in the Arabian Sea.
Apart from water sports and other adventure activities, there are a number of shops here too that sell lovely handmade handicrafts. Beach lovers visiting Bogmallo beach can also explore a little island, located next to Bogmalo Beach to complete a well-rested stay.
Things to do at Bogmalo Beach
Experience Water Sports
There are a variety of fun things that one can do while visiting Bogmallo Beach. For instance, this beach offers a number of adventurous water sports and interesting activities to keep you entertained.
The water sports options are vast and range from sea swimming to diving, windsurfing, parasailing, and jet-skiing. There is also a Mini Diving School’ available here for tourists to train and become experts in diving and coral seeing.
Shopping at Bogmolo Beach
Apart from water sports, you can experience shopping in nearby shops and markets, which offers everything from handcrafted Kashmiri delights to hi-tech electrical wares.
Night Life at Bogmolo Beach
Bogmallo Beach much like the beaches in the north like Calangute and Baga also has its fair share of night activities for tourists to discover and enjoy. After the daybreak, several bars, pubs, and restaurants in Bogmalo come alive to make your night interesting with dance, music, and drinks. So, if you want to enjoy the sunset, you must try some shacks and canopies at the seaside.
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Best Hotel at Bogmalo Beach
1. Bogmallo Beach Resort
Bogmallo Beach Resort is one of the very first Luxury 5star Resort in Goa nestled on the secluded white sands of Bogmalo Village.
The Ideal Destination for Transit, leisure, Business, or Weddings.
The closest 5 star Resort to the Airport with a Panoramic view of the Arabian Sea from its well-appointed Rooms and Luxurious chalets.
Amenities and Specialties
- The hotel is right on Bogmallo Beach, making it a scenic location.
- It is close to the airport making it a convenient location.
- Total rooms that face the sea are 126 rooms.
- Hotel Rooms offer air conditioning, as well as coffee makers, Wi-Fi, laundry, hair driers, a bathtub, and 24hrs room service whenever required.
- The hotel offers Cusine serving Goan, Continental, and other Indian delicacies, including barbequed platters.
- Another plus point is that the hotel offers three conference rooms all facing the sea with a capacity of 100 people. There is also a Convention hall with a capacity of approx 600 persons.
- Other facilities are a swimming pool, steam, sauna, and Jacuzzi.
Address and Contact no. of Bogmallo Beach Resort
Address: Bogmallo, Goa, 403806 India
Contact No. : Board No: 0832 6729100 and Reservations: 0832 6729142/3
Email:resvn@bogmallobeachresort.com
2. Coconut Creek
Image Source: www.coconutcreekgoa.com
Coconut Creek is a resort that doesn’t lack service or hospitality. Coconut Creek is a resort with an award-winning prestige to its name. The Resort name is derived from the green coconut trees that cover the surrounding area of the resort. It is a walking distance from Bogmalo beach, another attraction for tourists in the South.
Address and Contact no. of Coconut Creek
Address: Bimmut Ward Bogmalo, Goa – 403806
Contact No. : 8322538090 and 2538800
Email: reservations@coconutcreekgoa.com
Places to visit near Bogmallo beach
1. The Indian Naval Aviation Museum
A few well known, popular places for tourists to discover and see, while they stay at Bogmallo Beach are; The Indian Naval Aviation Museum’,
The navy museum or (Naval Aviation Museum) is a huge project located in Bogmalo, which is 6 km away from Vasco da Gama, in Goa. The museum aims at displaying and showcasing the evolution of the Indian Naval Air Arm over a number of years.
Its gates were first opened to visitors in the month of October 1998, and is till now considered to be the only Naval Aviation Museum of its kind in the whole of Asia.
2. Sao Jacinto Island
The ‘Sao Jacinto Island’ or San Jacinto Island is a pretty small island that lies in the Mormugao bay in Goa. It is a lovely little island which is about 7 km from Bogmalo beach.
Most of the island is covered with forests and just the south-western coast is dotted with old houses, among which a beautiful old white church is overlooked above.
Another peaceful and tranquil beach known as ‘ Hollant beach’ is also a nice place to be at. Another interesting place to visit is the heart-shaped lake which is not far from Bogmalo.
You can take a short trip down to any of these places and make your stay in Goa, more enjoyable!
Best time to Visit Bogmalo Beach
December to February is the perfect time to visit the beaches in Goa. Bogmalo is one of the favorite beaches in Goa offering so much more than just a walk on the sand.
How to get to Bogmalo Beach
By air: -Goa Airport (GOI) is the nearest airport, which is 5 km away from Bogmalo.
By Rail: – The nearest railheads are Vasco da Gama (8kms), Karmali (24kms), Madgaon (25 km).
By Road: – Regular buses are available from Vasco da Gama (8 Km), which the nearest bus stop. Buses are also available from Panjim (31 km)
Frequently Asked Questions on Bogmalo Beach
How far is Bogmalo beach from Goa airport?
Goa Airport (GOI) is the nearest airport, which is 5 km away from Bogmalo.
How do I get to Bogmalo beach?
Regular buses are available from Vasco da Gama (8 Km), which the nearest bus stop. You Can Hire a Taxi or Bike to reach Bogmalo Beach.
How is Bogmalo beach?
This beach is a perfect spot for visitors to feel the serenity of the atmosphere, speckled with simple beauty for all to enjoy. In addition to this, Bogmalo beach comes with a spectacular area of vast sand and beauty, for you to take a long walk with your loved ones or a dip in the Arabian Sea.
Conclusion
It’s a fun-filled, adventurous place for a family and friends to come and hang out and chill at. There are so many wonderful and accommodating guest houses, resorts, and villas that will make you all feel welcomed and at home here.
