Agonda (Goa) – this village of very modest size, located at a distance of 60 km from Dabolim airport, is one of the southernmost settlements in Goa.
Agonda has a single street running along the sea. On this street, which does not even have a name, there are mini-shops, a single wine shop, stalls with clothes and souvenirs. There isn’t much choice, but you can buy everything you need. In Agonda, there is only one attraction that deserves attention: the Church of St. Anna, built in the XVI-XVII centuries.
Life in the village is calm and measured, it is revived only by visiting tourists. And those who want to fully enjoy a relaxing holiday by the sea come here. There are no big 5*hotels, noisy bars and night parties – the village goes to bed at 9 pm. And for entertainment, you need to go to the neighboring towns of India.
A tip! Agonda is safe and very peaceful. But still, before going to the beach, you must always close the door to your room, and on the beach itself you should not leave your phone and other valuables unattended.
All features of Agonda beach
Agonda Beach in Goa is a wide stretch of beach that stretches for 3 km in length . The beach is located in a bay, separated from the village by a strip of palm trees.
The sand is snow-white, not too shallow, and it is very pleasant to walk on it. There are no rocks on the shore or on the sea floor. The entrance to the water is comfortable, with a smooth increase in depth.
The sea is clear, warm and relatively calm. Sometimes the waves are quite strong, but since Agonda beach is located in a bay and has the shape of the letter “P”, in one of its extremities (usually in the south) it is almost always calm.
A tip! On Agonda beach, you can not swim too far from the shore, as there are places with a powerful undercurrent. You can swim in specially designated areas or where there are a lot of people swimming. If you hit the current, then swim not against it, but along the coast-so you can get out of the stream.
Agonda beach is very clean, cleaned every morning. Even the cows and dogs present on the beach do not spoil the cleanliness. By the way, cows only appear there in the early morning, and dogs are friendly and always behave calmly.
Sun beds, umbrellas, toilets, and sometimes showers-all this is available in sheki (cafes), standing along the beach. And you can use everything absolutely free of charge, if you order at least a soft drink in shek.
As tourists write in their reviews, Agonda beach in Goa is a great place for a secluded holiday, yoga classes, relaxing relaxation. There are no large crowds of people and crowding, there are no noisy entertainment. Loud music and noise are prohibited on the territory of Agonda Beach, as the coast is home to rare Ridley turtles.
At the southern tip of Agonda Beach, there is an amazing place of beauty: a rock rising above the sea with a ” cut ” top. From the huge flat area where ancient vimanas grow, you can see extremely beautiful landscapes. You can climb the cliff along a path that starts at the back of the beach, behind the boats. Since you will have to walk on rocks, you need comfortable shoes.
A tip! There are a lot of snakes in Goa, so you need to be careful. Especially carefully you need to move among the huge, picturesquely piled boulders on the left side of the beach, attracting fans of photo shoots. And you can not swim in the sea at night, as at this time sea snakes and venomous stingrays swim up to the shore.
Accommodation options in Agonda
There are enough places for accommodation in Agonda: there are both cheap housing for very unassuming people, and quite comfortable rooms and bungalows at a higher price. The cost of housing is distributed approximately as follows: closer to the center of Agonda beach is more expensive, along the edges of the beach is cheaper. The cheapest housing in the northern part of Agonda, directly in the village.
There are no large hotels with high “stars”, animators and other entertainment in Agonda. But it is quite possible to find very decent housing options: for example, guest houses and small hotels with comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi, a garden and even a swimming pool on the territory. In high season, a comfortable double room for two will cost $ 42-126.
The vast majority of tourists who come to relax on Agonda Beach live in bungalows. Bungalows are presented here in various modifications: from very simple huts made of bamboo branches and leaves and mosquito nets, to luxury cottages on the seashore. During the season, prices for the simplest huts start from$ 8 per day, and bungalows with all amenities are offered for$ 55 per day.
You can rent guesthouses in Agonda for about the same amount as the simplest bungalows on the beach by the sea. A room with a fan and hot shower costs$ 14, a room with air conditioning-from$ 22, a room without a kitchen and hot water-from$ 7 per day.
A tip! Any accommodation options can be found on the spot or booked in advance via Booking.com. Booking is important during high season, as it is more difficult to find accommodation during this time,and it costs more.
Another accommodation option in the resort village of Agonda (Goa, India) is a room in a private house where a local family lives. Of course, in this case, there can be no question of beautiful views and special comfort – this is a place exclusively for overnight stays. The cost of a bed is very cheap: $ 2-6.
Food in Agonda
Food prices in Agonda are higher than in North Goa and than in some resort villages of South Goa (Kolve or Vark). The check amount at Agonda Beach Restaurant is approximately $ 6.5 per person. In ordinary, non-beach restaurants, you can eat cheaper.
While staying in India, you can not deny yourself the pleasure of tasting local food:
- thali – a large tray is served with a plate of rice and several small plates with various sauces;
- butter-fried, crunchy puri tortillas made with plain flour;
- dal fry-spiced pea soup;
- masala tea – black tea brewed with spices, with the addition of milk.
You can try traditional Indian dishes in such cafes and restaurants in Agonda:
- Blue Planet Cafe is a vegetarian restaurant with organic food, excellent juices and cocktails.
- Niki bar-you can buy thali here for just $ 0.5. The restaurant is open only until 17: 00.
- Sea Breeze – delicious Asian cuisine is served here.
- Mandala Cafe-the restaurant is ideal for vegetarians.
There are grocery stores in Agond, and although their assortment is quite modest, fruits, vegetables, milk, cereals are available. This means that you can cook on your own.
A tip! In India, they respect those who know how to value money and like to bargain. Therefore, the Indians always say an inflated price, which during the auction can fall by more than 2 times. Do not hesitate to bargain even in small shops!
When to go to Agonda
In Goa, and hence in Agonda, the high season lasts from October to early March – it is considered that this time is the most favorable weather for relaxing on the beach. September is a transitional time with a comfortable temperature, although it may rain. From March to the end of May, it is particularly hot, but there is little chance of rain. And in June, July and August, it rains endlessly, which makes it incredibly stuffy, like in a sauna. By the way, it is quite possible to come to India for a holiday in March: although it is slightly hotter at this time than in high season, there are a lot of advantages:
- the flight is much cheaper;
- the choice of housing is more extensive and it costs less;
- a small influx of tourists.
Only one of the disadvantages can be mentioned: the number of working restaurants on the beaches of India is significantly reduced. But in Agonda (Goa), you can eat in the same places where locals eat – they always cook delicious and inexpensive, regardless of the tourist season.
