Betalbatim beach is popularly known as the Sunset Beach of Goa. This vast stretch of white sand beach lies in between the Majorda and Colva Beaches. You can literally walk up to Betalbatim Beach from Colva Beach (road distance is about 4.5 km). Unlike most Goa beaches that are lined up with palm trees, this beach has a numerous pine trees along the shoreline. Betalbatim is known for its clean sands and beautiful surroundings. It is a very quiet and a secluded beach and because of the shade of the pine trees, it is used as a picnic spot by families and schools.

This Beach is amongst the cleanest of all the Goa beaches and has considerably less commercial activity compared to Colva and other popular beaches. The shacks dotting the beach offer delicious Goan cuisine along with Italian and Continental dishes.

Dolphins are a common site near the shores of Betalbatim and the local fishermen offer a ride to the tourists to catch a glimpse of the Dolphins. This is a perfect place to spend peaceful time and avoid the crowd of Colva beach.

Betalbatim beach is located to the north of the famous Colva beach. Unlike most Goa beaches that are lined up with palm trees, this beach has a numerous pine trees along the shoreline. Betalbatim is known for its clean sands and beautiful surroundings. The beach is located at a distance of 5 kms. from the city of Margao. Tourists who prefer quieter beaches often choose Betalbatim over its more crowded neighbor, Colva.

Often once can see tourists taking a walk from Colva beach discovering that the beach sand gets better and more cleaner as they move away from Colva. Betalbatim is almost deserted save for the few shacks. Betalbatim can be reached by bus from Margao.