Surfing in Goa

Goa Surfing

Surfing in Goa is an absolute pleasure for all kinds of surfers, thanks to its amazing mellow swells and the myriad of excellent surfing schools present all over the shores. While the seasoned surfers can enjoy an excellent surfing trip with rises ranging up to 10 to 12 feet, the beginners can practice surfing lessons under expert instructors at beaches with shorter swells. The warm waters and the hippy vibe of Goa also add fun and enthusiasm to its surfing opportunities.

While North Goa is packed with some of the most-explored beach breaks including Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, Arambol Beach, and Ashwem Beach, South Goa offers quieter and decent breaks like Betalbatim, Agonda, Varca, and Palolem. Having said that, Varca and Palolem Beach are amazing picks for novice surfers. On the other hand, Agonda Beach, and Betalbatim are suitable for seasoned surfers to test their moves and stunts.

The dry season, from October to May is considered the best and the safest period of the year, to head to Goa for surfing. During this time, the ocean currents are calm and the swells are also quite comforting.