VAGATOR

About Vagator Beach (North Goa)

Vagator Beach in Goa is famous for rave parties that go on till the wee hours of the night. Needless to say, Vagator Beach is the ultimate party destination in Goa. The beautiful beach is located around 21 kilometers away from Panaji.  

Attractions around Vagator Beach

Chapora Fort and Anjuna Beach are major places to visit near Vagator Beach. Anjuna Beach is also known for a flea market, rave parties, and water sports activities. The 500-year-old Chapora Fort was built by the Portuguese. It sits on a small hill overlooking the Vagator Beach.

Vagator Beach Shacks and Nightlife

Being one of the most popular beaches in Goa, Vagator Beach is famed for its nightlife scene and is the ultimate party destination for travelers. Sandwiched nicely between freshwater springs and shopping stalls, this crescent-shaped beach is frequented by western and domestic tourists alike. 

Vagator's beauty can be observed better while admiring the view of the sea during sunset from the cliffs. And after sunset, the nightlife enlivens with dance and music at popular party venues Vagator Beach, you may dance to the music of the time. There are many beach shacks at Vagator beach in Goa offering mouth-watering food with a wide variety of drinks.

Vagator Beach

If partying till dawn is not your thing, Vagator Beach in Goa can also be visited for water sports to feel some adrenaline rush. Vagator Beach is categorized into two smaller beaches: Big Vagator and Little Vagator. Big Vagator Beach is lined with palm plantations. Replete with white sand and breathtaking natural beauty, swimming and sunbathing are the popular activities to do here. While, small Vagator Beach in Goa is more secluded one, and hence mostly frequented by honeymooners. At the end of the beach, there is a prominent landmark featuring Shiva Valley sculpted on a rock on the coast.  

Leisure Activities

Every Saturday of the month, a Flea market is held by Germans at Vagator Beach. It is the most vibrant and largest flea markets of Goa. Visitors can bargain for jewelry, designer dresses, shoes, bags, crockeries, and souvenirs. Water sports at Vagator Beach in Goa range from adventure activities like parasailing and jets skiing to leisurely pastimes as swimming and evening walk. Travelers can also go on a short hike to reach the top of Chapora Fort. Upon reaching the top, the beautiful scenery of Vagator and Morjim beach is a great reward. So, there’s no dearth of things to do in Vagator Beach.

How To Reach Vagator Beach

Vagator Beach is located 20 kilometres north of Panaji, the capital of Goa. It takes about 45 minutes to reach Vagator Beach from Panaji via NH 66. The nearest railway station to Vagator Beach is Madgaon Junction. It takes over one hour to travel from Madgaon to Vagator Beach distance of 52 km. Goa Airport is located one hour 20 min away from the beach. Distance from Vagator Beach to Goa Airport can be covered via hired taxis.

Vagator Beach to Baga Beach distance: approximately 10 km.

Vagator Beach to Calangute Beach distance: 9.6 km.

There are several government and private buses that run from Mapusa and Calangute to Vagator Beach. The nearest bus stop is Mapusa.

The best time to visit Vagator Beach is from December to February, when the weather in Goa is pleasant. There is no entry fee for visitors as Vagator is a public beach.

Timings For Vagator Beach

Vagator Beach is open for visiting throughout the week. Visiting timings of Vagator Beach are from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm. It is one of the most visited places in Goa and almost always packed with visitors.

Timings

Monday to Sunday

5:00 am - 10:00 pm

Tips for Vagator Beach

Apply a good amount of sunscreen and carry an umbrella or hat before hitting the beach

Wear lifejackets and follow instructions while enjoying water sports

Go for an evening walk during the sunset to make the most of your time at Vagator