Introduction

About 35 kilometers (22 miles) from Panjim city, Mayem Lake is a charming little lake situated at Mayem near Bicholim in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa. Ensconced amidst low, rounded hills and natural beauty, the lake attracts a number of tourists and locals who come to picnic here. The lake and the surrounding area are home to a great variety of birds, including migratory birds. If you take to bird watching, Mayem Lake is a great place to spot birds including some common aquatic species. A boat ride on the lake opens up some wonderful photographic opportunities. Peddle boats can be hired at a nominal fee and families can enjoy peddling around this scenic lake. After boating in the lake, relax under the shady trees of the nearby park that also has some food and drink stalls. If you wish to spend the night in this area, there are cottages built by Goa Tourism Development Cooperation (GTDC).

The area is also ideal for an eco tour; set out to explore the nearby villages and experience life in a rural Goan community. The serene waters with birds and pedal boats overlooking the cottages hidden in the wooded slopes make Mayem Lake an idyllic place in Goa to soak up some sunshine.
 

Special Attributes

Mayem Lake is ideal to enjoy boating and bird watching. 

Nuisance

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Dressing restrictions

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Connectivity

Hire a private taxi or motorcycle

Enjoyed by

Families, Backpackers, Senior Citizens 

Exposure

You will be under the open sky of Goa. The sun can get harsh near afternoon, so you are advised to carry sunshades, a sun block cream and a bottle of drinking water.

Avoidable Season

April, May, June, July, August, September

Facilities

There are ample food and drink stalls in the lush park nearby.

Things Not Allowed

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Tip

Begin early in the day so that you can enjoy boating and birding at leisure before the sky darkens.

Type of site

A scenic lake, home to a thriving population of avifauna