Palolem Beach

Palolem Beach - is also known as "Paradise Beach". This beach is 37 kms away from Margao. Just west of Chaudi, it is one of the most enchanting and gorgeous beaches in Goa. It is relatively deserted, with the backdrop of Western ghats, situated in Southern Taluka of Canacona. The silvery sand of the beach and a back drop of clean blue sky make this beach a favourite spot for the tourists. Until a few years back, it was among the virgin beaches of Goa. However, it couldn't escape from the eyes of the tourists. Although a few developments have taken place, the beach still has a soothing aura to it. A large area of the beach now accomodates a lot of small shacks that taper off as you move towards the south.
Palolem is one of the most enchanted beaches in Goa but not that crowded and messy. Anyhow since a couple of years, increasing numbers of tourists have started to come to this beach, and there a good growth of cafes, stalls, hotels, etc near the beach.
Best Time To Visit:

November to March
Attractions:

At the northern end of the beach is a fresh water stream. Across this stream is a tiny, undeveloped island that can be accessed by just swimming across during low tide. However, it is not very safe to do so during high tide. The other attractions on this beach are the Dolphin cruises and the fishing trips. These are offered at quite a reasonable rate.
Activities:
.Endless massage options are available on the beach.

.Dolphin spotting and fishing trips are easily available by boat .

.Motorbikes, mopeds and bicycles can be hired cheaply.

.Visit Butterfly Beach by boat.

.Contigao Wildlife Sanctuary is 9kms southeast of Palolem.

.There is a tiny wave, surfable with a high volume board, but you'll need to bring equipment, as only cheap bodyboards can be rented. The wave at Palolem is much the same as Patnem.