Varka Beach is located in the southern part of Goa in India, namely between Colva and Cavelossim. Here you will not find noisy parties, large crowds of tourists, travelers choose the beaches of Varka for the sake of tranquility, privacy and, of course, beautiful beaches, stretching 3 kilometers. So, if you need a portion of peace and enjoyment of nature, go to Varka in India.
General information about the resort
In India, it is quite common when a resort area is not inferior to the city, but does not have this status. This is done purposefully to save your budget. Such a resort is Varka. In many sources, it is presented as a fishing village, but in fact it is one of the most European settlements in Goa and in all of India.
The resort is located in the western part of India and in the south of one of the most tourist and popular states — Goa. The state capital Varka is 30 km away, and the nearest international airport is 20 km away.
The village is of interest from the point of view of the cultural and architectural heritage that remains from the time of the colonialists from Portugal. If you are more attracted to a beach holiday, the best time to visit is from the second half of autumn to the beginning of spring. The length of the beach line is more than 10 km.
Interesting fact! An amazing contrast on the beaches of a resort in India is created by white sand and black stones.
The usual picture for the resort of Goa is tourists passively relaxing on the beach, the absence of noisy night parties. If lying down on the shore is boring, talk to local fishermen, for a nominal fee you will be taken on a fishing trip, and you can buy a catch and prepare it for lunch or dinner.
Varka in India does not apply to large tourist resorts, so even in high season there is no influx of travelers. In summer, Goa is too hot and stuffy, and if you add constant rains, the conditions for recreation are not the most favorable.
In the first half of autumn, the weather is not much different from summer. Since the end of October, the weather is improving, but rain still occurs, mainly at night.
Starting in April, life at the resort freezes until autumn, it becomes stuffy, the rainy season begins, the roads are not just flooded, but washed out.
Winter is the most favorable time for a trip to Varka — the air and water temperature are comfortable, there is no rain, all the infrastructure is working, there are no waves on the sea.
Useful to know! It is noteworthy that even during the New Year holidays, when many resorts in India and especially Goa are crowded with tourists, Varka is calm and not crowded.
Attractions and entertainment
Despite the centuries-old history, there are no significant places in Varka. The only attraction that you can pay attention to is the Church of the Mother of God. It is located in Benaulim, a 10-minute walk from the center of the settlement. There are also other churches and temples in the vicinity of Varka.
Do you want to explore the surrounding area? Visit the village of Kolva, where you can walk along the main street, choose souvenirs, look for jewelry – there are local sapphires and emeralds in the assortment. If you are interested in a more diverse shopping experience, head to Margao or Panaji.
Important! Varka is quite a European, developed resort, where there are ATMs, shops, hotels, clinics, cafes, restaurants.
Varka Beach
Photo: Varka Beach, Goa
Eyewitnesses who have visited the beach call it European, a place for newlyweds and romantics, rich and successful people, children, tourists who are looking for peace and solitude. The beach is spacious, calm, easy to find a place for privacy, where you can watch dolphins, enjoy nature, read, fish.
Varka beach is a white soft sand, palm trees growing right on the shore, leaning towards the water, quiet picturesque bays. Sun loungers and umbrellas are installed by the sea, and coastal restaurants and cafes have a menu in Russian.
Swimming at Varka beach in Goa is pleasant – the water is warm, the entrance to the water is smooth, gentle, but it is important to be careful-sometimes strong currents appear near the shore, which easily carry people out to sea.
Important! Pay attention to the warning flags placed on the beach.
If a person is caught in an underwater current, you need to calm down and swim along the shore for about 50 meters to get out of the stream.
Tourist facts about Varka Beach:
- there are no beggars, obsessive vendors of souvenirs, food and other small things walking along the shore, and cows do not come here.;
- there is an unusual crunch under my feet for sand;
- by evening, the number of people on the beach increases, because there are very beautiful sunsets on the beach;
- compared to other beaches in Goa and India, Varka is a deserted place;
- according to some sources the state of Goa in India began to develop with Cooking;
- in the morning, dolphins often swim to the shore.
Useful to know! Varka is not only a resort of comfortable beaches, but also a place where you can buy cheap jewelry.
Varka Beach accommodation
Varka is a small settlement, but for tourists there are comfortable conditions for recreation. This also applies to the choice of place of residence. On the beach there are hotels of different price categories. Here you can choose a room in an inexpensive guesthouse or a room in a luxury five-star hotel.
The most budget holiday will cost from$ 20 per day, for a room in a middle-class hotel (3*) you will have to pay from$ 27, but apartments in a five-star hotel cost from $ 130 per night.
Young tourists prefer to relax in cheap guesthouses, they have the necessary conditions for tourists. The main advantage of such housing is that it is located close to the sea.
Useful to know! If you are planning to spend a long time on vacation in Goa, namely in Varka, pay attention to the offers in the private sector.
A whole cottage town has been built in Varka. You can book a house in advance or pay for it after arrival. Of course, if you are planning a trip in high season, the accommodation issue must be booked in advance. The cost of a room in such a cottage town starts from$21.
The price of housing depends on the season, weather conditions. For example, on New Year’s Eve, prices increase several times. It should also be borne in mind that we are still talking about India, so comfort does not always correspond to the stated number of stars. In general, hotels in Varka are more comfortable, but they are still inferior to European hotels.
Prices in cafes and restaurants
Prices in the cafe can not be called high, despite the great competition. The owners of establishments offer tourists quite affordable prices for food. For example, an inexpensive lunch will cost $ 2.5, dinner for two with alcoholic beverages costs from$ 11, and a snack in a fast food restaurant will cost from$8.
How to get to the resort
Tourists are taken to Dabolim International Airport, which is located 30 km from the village. The most comfortable and at the same time expensive way to get to the sea is by taxi. The trip will cost 700 rupees or$10. Tourists spend about 45 minutes on the road. There is a taxi booking desk at the exit of the terminal building. Here you can rent a car at a fixed price.
Useful to know! Some hotels offer a free shuttle service for their customers. Please specify this in advance.
To Varka by train
There is no train connection between the airport and the train station. The nearest train station is in Margao. Almost all trains that run from the airport pass through Margao. Varka can be reached from here in just a quarter of an hour. You can take a bus or take a rickshaw. Payment in the bus is made directly to the driver – 15 rupees, and a trip in a rickshaw costs from 100 to 200 rupees.
To Varka by bus
Buses run between the airport in India and the village, but the stop is located at a distance from the terminal building. Buses also come to Margao, where you will have to take a local bus to Varka or rent a rickshaw.
A bus stop in Margao is located next to the train station.
Useful tips
- Cafes and sheki are mainly concentrated in the village, and there are not so many places where you can eat on the shore.
- A few establishments on the beach, in addition to delicious drinks and snacks, offer sun loungers and even offer a towel.
- Tourists note the clean, fine sand that creaks under their feet. It is noteworthy that the feet do not get stuck in the sand.
- The coastline is great for jogging.
- Underwater currents appear mainly in the evening, so you need to carefully monitor the flags on the shore.
- There are crabs on the shore, they are small and children play with them perfectly.
- Feel free to order fish and seafood in cafes and restaurants. Here they are excellent freshness and cook them very tasty.
- When ordering dishes, pay attention to the amount of spices, as a rule, they are added a lot, so Europeans ask to reduce the amount of seasonings.
Varka Beach, Goa is a wonderful, peaceful place for tourists who relax with children, and newlyweds also come here to enjoy their honeymoon.
