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Sal Backwaters & Betul Lighthouse

Betul, Goa, India

4.1 (0)

Overview

The south's slow river — fishing jetties, oyster beds and cruises up the Sal, with the little Betul light guarding Mobor's spit.

Why visit: Fisherfolk Goa at dusk — nets in, herons out.

Things to do

›Sal sunset cruise
›Betul jetty
›Oyster harvests
›Cavelossim view across

Backwater CruiseFishing Village WalksPhotography

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Travel Information

Best time

Nov–Mar

Entry fee

Cruises ₹500–1,500

Est. budget

₹500–1,500

Duration

Half day

Nearby attractions

Within

2.1 km

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Cavelossim & Mobor Beach

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Agonda Beach

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Cola & Kakolem Hidden Coves

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Chandranath Hill Temple, Paroda

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4.4

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14.6 km

🛕 Religious

4.2

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4.6

Palolem Beach

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