Cola Beach, Canacona (South Goa) - Secret Beach of Goa

Cola Beach, Goa Overview

Cola beach, also known as 'Khola' beach, is one of the hidden gems of South Goa. Located in the Canacona area, the golden sand beach is peppered with volcanic boulders. The beach does not receive many visitors as it is off the beaten path, hidden by thickly overgrown hills, with a decent stretch of a rather rocky terrain to be crossed before arriving at this natural paradise. This makes Cola Beach perfect for sunbathers.

Cola Beach is divided into North Cola and South Cola with a small hill separating the two. It is joined by a river in the middle which is known as the Blue Lagoon or Emerald Lagoon because of its clear green colour. The calm water here is perfect for swimming. Cola Beach also offers magical sunsets as the landscape of the beach reflects the sunrays in a unique way. There are very few shacks at Cola Beach and most of the eating places are located inside the resorts.

Best Time To Visit Cola Beach

The best time to visit this beach is between October and March, as this is the ideal climate to enjoy the being by the beach.

Stay Near Cola Beach

There aren't many accommodation options around the beach, as it is largely uninhabited and not a major tourist spot. However, the Blue Lagoon Resort, the Cola Beach Resort and the Dwarka Goa offer travellers accommodation options such as tents, wooden cottages and bungalows. The nearby Agonda beach has a whole range of accommodation options for visitors with varying budgets and preferences.

Restaurants Near Cola Beach

There aren't any shacks on Cola beach as is common on most beaches of Goa. However, the beach side resorts have dining options available for their guests. The Casa Diya restaurant offers simple yet tasty food for those looking to dine by the serene beach.

Tips For Visiting Cola Beach

Lodging options at the beach may be fewer or unavailable between April and September.

How To Reach Cola Beach

There is no public transport that leads directly to the beach. One will have to hire a private taxi from the Dabolim airport (60 km away) or the Canacona Railway station (12 km) to reach this beach. It is advisable to hire a taxi over renting a vehicle, as the roads are quite rough and the path can be confusing to those unfamiliar with the area.

If you are attempting to reach Cola beach through a rented vehicle, travel on the MDR49 towards Agonda, and take a right after the Parvem bus stop. An easier route can be found on NH66, which is longer but has a sign that points in the general direction of Cola beach as one travels from the north to the south of Goa. Keep following that road until you reach the beach.