Ashwem beach is a very beautiful beach. Yet another name on the list of remote beaches of Goa is the “Ashwem Beach”. Its also a little rocky beach. Ashwem beach is also less crowdy and awesome spot for having picnics.To the north of Ashwem beach lies the Mandrem Beach and down south is the Morjim beach. This beach has a number of beach shack. It also does have some good accommodation in the form of little resorts. But the most ideal accommodation here is the beach huts made of palm leaves. This beach is good and mostly people enjoy to be there, as its situated away from the hustle and bustle, and a great place to relax.
Attractions: Ashwem beach is the nesting place for the olive ridley turtle which is a rare species. The nesting season is between September to February which also happens to be the peak tourist season of Goa. Plm huts and silent place t.
Activities: Paragliding and Kite Surfing, Boating etc.
Safety: Always Swim between Red and Yellow Flags, as this area is safe and constantly watched by the Lifeguards.
Red Flags means No Swimming, which means this beach is closed and dangerous.
Don not mix alcohol/Drugs with Swimming, as 80% of drowning Victims are between the age of 20 to 40 and have consumed alchol or drugs.
If in trouble d not panic. Just raise one arm and wait for lifeguard to rescue you.
Never Swim after Sunset.
Never Swim Alone.
Keep your cell phone in your laguage or hand out other person before going in water.
In case of crimes, victims are advised to report to the nearest Police Station.
How to Reach: You can reach there either by Taxi, Bus or Autorickshaw from Margao, Panaji, Vasco. Its better to take a cab if you are coming from Dabolim Airport. The nearest Train station is Pernem or Tivim near Mapusa and the nearest Kadamba bus stand is in central Mapusa. To reach Ashvem from Mapusa or Pernem you can continue by local bus or taxi. If you planning to just have a ride then either tke Taxi,Cab or rent a Bike. So you can view rest all nearest beaches and other attractions.
Distance:
32 km from Panaji – 53mins
57.7 km from Dabolim Airport – 1hr 18mins
74 km from Margao Railway Station- 1hr 34mins
23.6 km from Thivim Railway Station – 42mins