Sweet Water Lake, Arambol: Guide To This Instagrammable Beach And Lake Haven

If you are going to Goa,. chances are you are going for the beaches. And talking about salty air and wet sand, Arambol is amongst our favourite beaches up North and Sweet Water Lake right at the very end of the beach is pretty much the reason for it. Here's our guide to this beautiful lake, to know what to do, explore and try at this sweet spot! 

First head to Arambol Beach, which is about 35 km from Goa’s Dabolim Airport. From the beach, it’s a short 20-minute walk inland, heading north. You'll cross a small bridge over a stream that leads to the lake. Alternatively, you can walk along the northern end of the beach to reach the lake, which is surrounded by a lot of greenery and a quiet that nature brings along.

It's best to visit during the winter season (November to April) and avoid going during the monsoon season (June to September), as the paths can get muddy. The walk is easy, and there’s no entry fee. Try to visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the midday heat and crowds. 

For first timers, the adventure and the pure joy of simply finding it. To give you a slight clue, given that it’s located at the very end, you have to walk through shops and will pass a small beach with rock outcrops (that are visible from anywhere on the main arambol beach) to reach here.

Once here, you’ll be taken by the serendipitous beauty and serenity of the place — on one side is the beach and the endless stretches of azure waters, while on the other side is this small lake surrounded by green hills. Take a dip in the calm waters or just sit by the lake and take in the calm around. Your trip to sweet water lake will definitely be some of the fondest memories you make in Goa. Oh, and did we gush enough about the stunning Instagram pictures that the lake makes for? No? Guess, you’ll have to see that for yourself!

It’s best to wear comfortable footwear since the walk involves some uneven terrain. Bring water with you, as there aren’t any shops nearby, and maybe even a snack if you plan to chill by the lake for a while. Once you’ve had your fill of swimming, take one of the sunbeds from one of the shacks nearby and chill with a plate of rawa prawns and beer while watching the sun set into the sea.