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Anjuna

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Anjuna is categorised as Beachside


Ozran Beach near Vagator (Nivalink Trip Dated - 10 March 2014)
Vagator Beach by the Sunset (Nivalink Trip Dated - 3 November 2016)
Watersports at Vagator (Nivalink Trip Dated - 3 November 2016)
Chapora Fort Views (Nivalink Trip Dated - 29 August 2016)
Chapora Fort Views (Nivalink Trip Dated - 29 August 2016)
Common Sandpiper on Anjuna Beach (Nivalink Trip Dated - 10 March 2014)
Ozran Beach near Vagator (Nivalink Trip Dated - 10 March 2014)
Sunset in Ozran Beach (Nivalink Trip Dated - 10 March 2014)
Restaurant - Bar Lounge by the Beach (Nivalink Trip Dated - 10 March 2014)
Vagator Beach (Photo Courtesy: Shirin tejani)
Anjuna Beach (Nivalink Trip Dated - 26 May 2008)
(Nivalink Trip Dated - 26 May 2008)

Reasons to Visit
  • Anjuna and Vagator are two beaches just north of Baga and Calangute beaches.
  • Anjuna and Vagator used to be havens for hippies in 1970s.
  • Anjuna and Vagator are hamlets that are opted for a quiet time away from crowded Baga and Calangute.
Recommendations
  • Idyllic Beaches in Goa"Just North of Baga Beach, Anjuna used to be where hippies thrived in 1980s and was a hub of rave parties in Goa. Anjuna alongwith Vagator and Ozran are idyllic beaches during the day and by the evening they liven up and turn into a hub of exclusive retreats and classy pubs, restaurants and nightlife. "
Access Information

Anjuna has 13 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

CategoryCount
Mid-segment3
Premium5
Luxury5
Type of HotelsCount
Resort7
Hotel3
Bungalow3

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Railway Station Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Thivim Railway Station and AnjunaRs. 1112
Pickup/Drop between Thivim Railway Station and VagatorRs. 1112

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Anjuna has 24 Add Ons approved and listed with Nivalink.

CategoryCount
Activities2
Bird Watching3
Entry Tickets2
Experience15
Guide Services1
Wildlife Excursion2

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List of Service Add Ons for Anjuna

Activities

Services Rates Starting From
Rafting at Mhadei Goa-
Rafting at Tilari GoaRs. 2250

Bird Watching

Services Rates Starting From
Bird Watching & Crocodile Sighting Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 15000
Bird Watching at Bondla Wildlife SanctuaryRs. 2700
Bird Watching in North GoaRs. 2300

Entry Tickets

Services Rates Starting From
Entry to Deltin Royale Casino (Premium)Rs. 4840
Entry to Deltin Royale Casino (Standard)Rs. 3025

Experience

Services Rates Starting From
3 Hour Cruise in GoaRs. 3000
5 hour cruise in GoaRs. 3500
Bird Watching & Crocodile Sighting Cruise on KhandyaRs. 8125
Bird Watching & Crocodile Sighting Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 15000
Ride the waves Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 13750
Sea to Mountain Cruise on KhandyaRs. 8750
Sea to Mountain Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 12250
Short Trip down Chapora River Rs. 1667
Spice Route Cruise on KhandyaRs. 7350
Spice Route Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 14565
Sunset River Cruise on KhandyaRs. 5625
Sunset River Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 11250
Sunset Sea Cruise on Sea EagleRs. 13750
Tropical Spice Garden VisitRs. 400
Tropical Spice Garden Visit with Elephant RideRs. 1100

Guide Services

Services Rates Starting From
Audio Guide for GoaRs. 250

Wildlife Excursion

Services Rates Starting From
One Day Photography TourRs. 2700
Snake Excursion at AmboliRs. 2900

14 Travel Ideas listed for Anjuna. Click here for reviewing them.

Destination Ideas

  • Anjuna Vagator Experience
  • Casino Carnival Expereince
  • Churches in Goa
  • Different ways to look at a Goa Getaway
  • Goa Break in Monsoon
  • Goa Self Drive Experience
  • Idyllic beaches of North Goa
  • Old Goa Expereince
  • Siolim Cooking School

Stay Ideas

  • Bougainvillea Granpas Inn experience
  • Casa Anjuna experience
  • Casa Vagator experience
  • Heritage Hotels and Homely stays in Goa

Festivals linked to Anjuna (Goa)

  • Goa Carnival

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  • Places to Visit
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Anjuna beach is one of the well visited idyllic beaches of North goa at just a few kms from the famed Calangute - Baga beaches.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    0
    Adjoining the famous Anjuna beach, Vagator is a little more laid back. The tourist traffic is predominantly Western backpackers, however it has also become popular with Indian tourists, who particularly come to watch the sunset from the rocks.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    2
    Splashdown is Goas premier Water Park. It boasts of 5 pools, a variety of slides, flumes and variety of options for individuals and groups.
    Theme Parks
    Waterpark
    2
    Baga is tourist hub of north Goa with hotels, restaurants, shacks and tourists arriving all round the year. Winter especially is considering very happening here with all kinds of bars, pubs and restaurants opening up around the area. It can get terribly crowded as well.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    5
    16th Century fort ruins offering stunning views of the Arabian Sea. Chapora is a popular evening sunset time excursion for travellers from all over North Goa.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    5
    First beach to arrive in North Goa and kind of a public beach and therefore always a bit touristy and crowded. There are hotels, restaurants and bars all around the area.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    7
    Candolim is quieter and relatively less visited of the three prime North Goa Beaches (other two being Calangute and Baga). It has number of hotels around it and a rusting abandoned ship kind of hogs the attention of guests visiting Candolim.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    7
    Fort Aguada (1612) and its lighthouse is a Portuguese fort on Sinquerim Beach in North Goa overlooking the Arabian Sea. Fort Aguada is a popular visit option for tourists
    Heritage Site
    Fort
    7
    Mae de Deus Church was built in 1873 and represents gothic style of architecture.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    7
    St Jerome Church is a 400+ year old Church near Mapusa. Feast day is celebrated on 2nd Monday after Easter
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    10
    Fontainhas is part of the old city of Panjim. It maintains to this day its Portuguese influence, namely at the architectonic level with narrow streets, old villas and buildings painted in lively colors. Must visit for a heritage traveller.
    Heritage Site
    Colonial Heritage
    16
  • Excursion
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Morjim is a village situated in North Goa in the Pernem taluk on the north bank of the Chapora River estuary. It is home to a variety of birds and to the Olive ridley sea turtle.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    13
    Ashvem beach is a secluded idyll on the unspoilt North coast of Goa. It offers 5 kms of clean unspoilt and idyllic beach fringed by swaying coconut trees and shallow lagoons
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    15
    Church of Reis Magos was built on 1555, is set on the right bank of the Mandovi River. It is dedicated to the Three Magic Kings. Three viceroys who died while on service in Goa are buried here. Every 6 January, the feast of Reis Magos is celebrated here.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    15
    Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception was built around 1514 and one of the first Churches in Goa and Panjim and is an example baroque craftmanship.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    18
    Casino Royale is a popular gaming destination in Goa. Anchored in the Mandovi river off Panjim's mainroad, Casino Royale is a large live gaming casino with 5 operational decks offering high quality restaurants, entertainment and gaming. For gaming enthusiasts, there is 12,000 sq. ft of gaming space with 50 gaming tables, 30 slot machines and top-level events every week.
    Casino
    Floating Casino
    19
    Arambol beach in nothernmost area of Goa offers a countryside feel and is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Goa, amongst many other popular locations including Vagator, Anjuna and Palolem.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    20
    Shrine of Holy Cross at Bambolim s a revered local pilgrimage visited by Hindus and Chirstians alike. Pilgrims pay obeisance to the Holy Cross by offering garlands of flowers, candles or cash.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    22
    Se Cathedral (1631) is part of Old Goa, a UNESCO world heritage site. It is one of the tallest and largest heritage structures in Goa. The massive structure took about 62 years to complete.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    25
    Mahamaya Kalika Saunsthan is 800 year old temple located in Bicholim. The presiding deity of the temple is Kali worshipped in the form of Mahamaya.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Devi Temple
    25
    Shri Shantadurga Devasthan Nanora is a Hindu temple where presiding deity is Shantadurga worshiped in the form of Vishweshwari. The main idol in the sanctum sanctorum is more than 800 years old and is in the form of lingam. The deity is believed to be patron deity of 96 Kulee Maratha, Kalavants, and Rajapur Saraswat Brahmins community spread all over India.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Devi Temple
    26
    Church of St Cajetan (1656) is part of World heritage site area of Old Goa and one even though its small is inspired by the Basilica of St Peter in Rome
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    27
    The Church of St. Francis of Assisi was built in 1661 by the Portuguese in the Portuguese Viceroyalty of India
    Church
    Portuguese Church
    27
    Old Goa is a historical city in North Goa constructed in the 15th century, and served as capital of Portuguese India from the 16th century. The remains of the city are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Old Goa contains churches affiliated to various congregations, including the Se Cathedral (the seat of the Archbishop of Goa), the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, the Church of S. Caetano, and notably, the Basilica of Bom Jesus which contains the relics of Saint Francis Xavier.
    Heritage Site
    UNESCO Heritage Site
    27
    The Basilica of Bom Jesus or Borea Jezuchi Bajilika (Portuguese: Baslica do Bom Jesus) is located in North Goa, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The basilica holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier
    Church
    Roman Catholic Church
    27
    Church Dedicated to St Ana (1695), the grandmother of Jesus Christ and Goas one of the best Baroque style church.
    Church
    Portuguese Church, Roman Catholic Church
    45
    Dudhsagar is one of the worlds most exquisite waterfalls around. It is 5th tallest waterfall in India at 310 meters. The falls lie high up in the Mandovi Rivers watershed and so are mainly monsoon fed (June - Oct).
    Natural Wonders
    Waterfall
    65
  • Activity
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Siolim Cooking School is travellers (Mostly overseas nationals) explore Goan Cuisine, Raw Food preparations and French Bakery preparations. Its a half day programme where one visits the local markets (Optional), prepares different dishes on ones own under guidance of cookery experts and then gets to eat / share whats been cooked with others.
    Activity
    Cookery
    4
    Casino Carnival Goa is a premium entertainment casino in Goa, anchored in the Mandovi River overlooking Panjim. It offers High Quality Entertainment in Goa and Live Gaming experience.
    Casino
    Floating Casino
    18
  • Places visited Enroute
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Mandrem is one of the idyllic and less visited beaches of North Goa offering tranquility. There is a Portugese fort close to Mandrem beach.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    17

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  • Amboli ( 80 Km )

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    Kankavali is transit point on the Mumbai-Goa highway at about 450 kms from Mumbai (8 hours drive). more

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Average Day / Night Temperature of Anjuna,Goa,India

January
34°C / 22°C
February
34°C / 23°C
March
35°C / 24°C
April
34°C / 23°C
May
34°C / 25°C
June
29°C / 26°C
July
29°C / 26°C
August
29°C / 25°C
September
30°C / 24°C
October
34°C / 24°C
November
34°C / 23°C
December
35°C / 22°C

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Localities
Locality NameDescriptionSuitable ForHotels (Nos)
AnjunaFew kms north of Baga - Calangute are idyllic beach fronts of Anjuna and Vagator. Anjuna and Vagator were once infamous for their secret parties and hippy guest patronage. Anjuna and Vagator now are home to quiet getaway resorts preferred by guests who wouldnt prefer crowd and bustle of Baga - Calangute area.Getaway5
VagatorFew kms north of Baga - Calangute are idyllic beach fronts of Anjuna and Vagator. Anjuna and Vagator were once infamous for their secret parties and hippy guest patronage. Anjuna and Vagator now are home to quiet getaway resorts preferred by guests who wouldnt prefer crowd and bustle of Baga - Calangute area.Getaway6
AssagaonAssagaon lies in the heart of Goan Countryside around prime dining areas of North Goa.Getaway/Experiential2
Nearest Airport in Anjuna
  • Dabolim Airport ( GOI ) , Dabolim-46 Kms
Nearest Railway Stations in Anjuna
  • Thivim ( THVM ), Thivim-18 Kms
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