Arambol Beach

Beach in Northern Goa

The Arambol beach is just a walking distance from the Keri beach. The Portuguese interpretation of the name of the village "Hamal" gave Arambol its present name. Apart from the usual run of activities, the beach provides options like body painting, t'ai chi and yoga.

How to get there
A walk down the south of Keri beach takes you to Arambol. It can be reached from either Pernem to the east or Morjim to the south.

What to experience
At a distance of just about 200m from the sea is a small freshwater lake near the Waghcolomb Hill. Taking a dip in the lake after a sea bath can be a good idea, as it would wash away the salt off the body.

At the foothill, there is a small beach called Pallem.

A short walk from the Arambol junction is Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. To the north of Arambol, on the opposite shore, is Tiracol Fort. You can reach the fort by taking the ferry from Keri beach. Situated on the northernmost tip of Goa, the fort's sturdy walls offer a wonderful view of the Keri and Arambol beaches. The fort has now been converted to an upmarket hotel - Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel. The fort also houses the Church of St. Anthony.

Adventure sports
There are many adventure sports to indulge in. Among them are windsurfing, kite buggy rides, paragliding, sand speed sailing and dolphin spotting.

Safety information
Arambol beach is not considered a safe beach for swimming and the absence of lifeguards make it even more risky.

Eating Out
There are a few places here that offer great seafood. Most of these joints are located on the busy road towards the beach.

Night Out
The nightlife in Arambol is rocking with many nightbirds living here. Some option available here are Indian classical music and dance.

Accommodation
For tourists, there are hotels and guest houses. Most of the hotels here are on the north side of the beach. However, most of the accommodation options here are seasonal and basic, tailored to suit a moderate budget.