5 Stunning Beaches To Explore Without Draining Your Wallet

• Explore five budget-friendly beach destinations: Goa, Boracay, Bali, Phuket, and Koh Rung.
• Goa offers vibrant nightlife, beaches, and affordable stays.
• Boracay is known for its white sands with budget hostels and free activities.
• Bali combines cultural attractions and scenic landscapes at low costs.
• Phuket offers scenic beaches, nightlife, and cheap local food.
• Koh Rung features untouched shores, affordable accommodations, and free activities like hiking.

Are you a beach person and want to explore the best beaches on a pocket-friendly budget? Well, you’re in luck! From the stunning shores of Goa in India to the crystal-clear water of Boracay in the Philippines, you can explore these top 5 beaches whenever you want by saving additional costs.

1. Goa, India:

Goa is located on the southwestern coast of India. It is the smallest state in India and 250 miles south of Mumbai (Bombay). It is known for its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage and vibrant nightlife. It is the top tourist destination of India and every year approximately 403 thousand foreign tourists visit Goa and around 7 million domestic tourists visit here. So, what are those factors tourists get attracted to Goa?

Places to explore-

Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, Anjuna Beach and more are the most attractive shores which you can explore. Baga Beach and Calangute Beach became famous among tourists because of its sun and the seashores. Besides that, Baga Beach and Calangute Beach also its watering holes and eateries, vibrant nightlife and a flea market.

You can explore UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Fort Aguada and more. This can give you the touch of both Indian and Portuguese culture. Moreover, there are also natural parks that can’t be avoided including Dudhsagar Waterfalls, Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary.

Budget Tips-

Now coming to the most important factor budget. Well, for accommodation you can choose hostels for ₹500-₹1500 (approx. $5.85-$17.55) per night or budget hotels can come under ₹1500-₹3000 (approx. $17.55-$35.09) per night. Use the local transportation system for around ₹300 -₹500 (approx. $3-$6) per day. Look for local meals or street food around ₹150-₹400 (approx. $2-$5). Visit the local markets and free shores and aim for a daily budget of around ₹1200-₹1500 (approx. $15-$20) and enjoy the natural beauties of Goa without overspending.

2. Boracay, Philippines:

One of the top islands of the Philippines is Boracay. This island became popular because of its powder-white sand shores. It is located 196 miles south of Manila. The peak season to visit this island is March to May.

Places to explore-

To enjoy white sands and crystal-clear water you can explore the iconic shoreline. You must not miss the Puka Shell Cove on the northern part of the island if you want to take a break from the crowds. You can also explore Ariel’s point if you want to swimming, snorkeling etc. Moreover, Mount Luho, Ilig Iligan shore, Bulabog shore, Crystal Cove island etc. can also be some attractive places.

Budget Tips-

If you can arrange the budget for choosing hostels as accommodation you need ₱1500-₱3000 (approx. $30-$60) per night. For your food, you can explore the local restaurants with a budget of ₱300-₱600 (approx. $6-$12) per day. For your transportation you can have a budget of ₱200-₱400 (approx. $4-$8). You can do several free activities sunbathing, volleyball with locals, shore hopping and more.

3. Bali, Indonesia:

Bali is an Indonesian island located in the heart of the Indian Ocean. It has picture-perfect shoreline with volcanic mountains, lush rice terraces, and more. Between April to October, you can visit Bali as this is the ideal time to explore the island.

Places to explore-

You can explore the cultural heart of Bali Ubud famous for its art market and Sacred Monkey Forest. If you are a social media influencer and love to capture every moment in photos then you must visit the Tegallang Rice Terrace. If you love to club then the Canggu boasts give you that opportunity. If you are visiting with family then don’t miss the Uluwatu Temple.

Budget Tips-

Bali offers different ways to save money and that’s why it comes under the list of budget-conscious people. For your accommodation, Bali offers guesthouses that can be available in ₹500-₹1500 (approx. $5.85-$17.55) per night. Keep ₹150-₹500 (approx. $2-$6) in your pocket for daily foods and you can enjoy the authentic Balinese cuisine. For transportation, keep the budget around ₹300-₹700 (approx. $4-$9).

You can also do some free activities like hopping around the shores of Kuta, Legian, Canggu and Seminyak. You can also visit temples to enjoy the serene atmosphere free of cost. Moreover, walking through the rice fields and exploring the local markets might be worth your trip to Bali.

4. Phuket, Thailand:

Phuket is located in the Andaman Sea and is connected to mainland Thailand by two main bridges Sarasin Bridge and Thepkasattri Bridge. What is so attractive about Phuket? Well, the unique terrain including green hills, limestone cliffs, and white sandy shores can be suitable for those travelers who want to save money.

Places to explore-

Good news for budget-friendly people. The top attractor of Phuket is Bangla Road where you can enjoy bars, clubs, and music venues. You can also explore the Patong shore to gain the same experience. If you want to experience the limestone cliffs and emerald waters then Phang Nga Bay is for you. To know the cultural sides of Thailand you can’t miss the iconic Bid Budhha and Old Phuket Town.

Budget Tips-

Well for people whose budget is tight arrange ₹150-₹300 (approx. $2-$4) for affordable and delicious Thailand cuisine. For your accommodation, you can avail of budget hotels between ₹1200-₹2000 (approx. $15-$25) per night. Don’t take taxis rather than take a songthaews (shared taxis) where you can save most budget. Some viewpoints are free to visit and gaining the experience of Naka Market can be worth your budget.

5. Koh Rung, Cambodia:

Koh Rung is a group of islands located on the Cambodian coast. Yes, this can also fit your budget. You can visit Koh Rung between October to April to get the best experience.

Places to explore-

It is largely untouched by tourism which allows one to enjoy the pristine shorelines without the hefty price tag. For adventurers, you can enjoy trekking to the Koh Rung Waterfall. Moreover, Set Shoreline is another tourist spot where you can take photos and videos in clean and white water.

Budget Tips-

Basic accommodation of Koh Rung started between the range of ₹1000-₹2000 (approx. $12-$30) per night. Make a budget of ₹150-₹300 (approx. $2-$4) for delicious meals per day. Keep ₹400-₹600 (approx. $5-$8) per day for transportation. You can enjoy affordable activities like hiking. Hopping on the coasts is free.

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