Things To Do In Goa | Your 2022 Goa Travel Guide

Things to Do in Goa– Goa is calling you, but you think Goa is especially for honeymooners and booze lovers. You might be wrong because I have curated the ways to explore Goa in every mode with anyone.

Goa is perfect for family vacations, adventurers too and a great place if you are a foodie-traveler. Here are classical things to do, see and eat in Goa

THINGS TO DO IN GOA

1. Goa for a Real Adventurer
2. Goa for a Foodie Explorer
3. Goa for Families
4. Goa for Couples

DECIDING WHERE IN GOA

Please do note the very important factor in deciding what to do in Goa. In case you want to enjoy the happening Goa, make your base in North Goa and explore the nightlife and North Goa Beaches around places like Anjuna or Calangute beaches.

Panjim the capital city of Goa is more of an urban and business environment atmosphere, the pristine and less explored South Goa is all about peace and less commercial environment. Therefore, I would suggest you decide your stay in Goa based on your interest

1. GOA FOR A REAL ADVENTURER

There is no time to be bored in Goa because it offers to check how venturesome you really are. No idea, Goa allows you to settle down to catch your breath and if heart-pumping adrenaline is your thing, then heading to this fiercely exciting sunshine state would surely be a fantastic idea.

All you need to have a decent level of fitness to enjoy perfectly, especially water sports, and this might be a bit difficult for young kids and older travellers.

• GREAT FOR RECREATIONAL KITING ACTIVITY

You can go for parakiting or kitesurfing; both have its own degree of excitement in Goa and a few of the surpassing beautiful beaches for soaking up some major kiting activities are Calangute, Baga and Candolim Beach.

1. Price range Rs.800 to 1500 per person; parasailing/parakiting.
2. Price range Rs.2000 to 3000 per person; kitesurfing.

• GREAT FOR JET SKIING

Jet Skis are fast, and there is no denying. Ideal for travellers who avoid flying but having an intense zeal for speed, Jet Skiing is one of the best water rides you must enjoy in Goa. Many beaches offer an experience of this small machine with a marginal price but for a short duration.

Price range Rs.300 to 600 per person.

• GREAT FOR SNORKELLING

An activity for observing underwater attractions using a diving mask which allows you to breathe while swimming. If you’re not a regular swimmer, the activity may require a short training, or you can pick up any best snorkeling tour in Goa. Although totally risk-free, this is not for the faint-hearted.

• GREAT FOR SKY-HIGH FEELING

Dependent entirely on the weather, Hot Air Ballooning costs around Rs.9700 per person, and there is nothing to worry if you don’t have done when you got a bird’s eye view from Hot Air Balloon ride over Goa’s sunny skies. A hot-air balloon is usually a bit costly but taking off with the sunrise and drifting gently with the wind secretly create unforgettable memories.

• GREAT FOR FLYBOARDING

Don’t go if you don’t take adventure seriously because equipping with the fly board will definitely boost up your current tier of adrenaline rush. The activity costs you around Rs.3000 to 4000 for 15 minutes. For detailed information, you can browse through these links –

Check out www.flyboardnation.com  l  www.explorewatersports.com  l  www.redrawlife.com

2. GOA FOR A FOODIE EXPLORER

A destination for every mood, every person and every moment, Goa is the magic that lies beyond your level of happiness. What could be more pleasant than dusk spent along the seashore eating your favorite food with a bottle of fine whiskey? Not much, I’d say! When it comes to food, Goa ranks pretty high on the gastronomic charts.

• GREAT FOR A FOODIE EXPLORER

Undoubtedly, it’s a destination for an occasion when you prioritize recipes more than leisure, and it surely matters what’s on your table while exploring Goa to be a part of ballyhoo or celebrating a beanfeast. Not less than an adequate number of vegetarian / non-vegetarian dishes are waiting in the land of beautiful state Goa.

• GREAT FOR STREET FOODS

Talking about street foods in Goa make you look lean and hungry. No matter in which part you’re wondering, it is Candolim or Panjim, Mapusa or Santa Cruz, you can’t miss a variety of mouth-watering dishes in the streets of Goa. For this, tuck into a tasty portion at Haji Ali Shawarma in Panjim, Michael Lobo’s Center in Candolim, Alankar Theatre street food in Mapusa or Umao Fast Food in Santa Cruz.

• GREAT FOR GOAN PRAWN CURRY

Eating out in Goa, especially something regional and most popular throughout the state includes Fish Curry, Fish Recheado, Pork Vindaloo, Chicken Xacuti, Chicken Cafreal, Bebinca, Pork Sorpotel, Goan Nevri, and a fiercely flavored Goan Prawn Curry made with coconut milk.

The eatery with two outlets in Cavelossim and Panjim, The Fisherman’s Wharf dishes out delicious lunch and dinner with the best authentic Goan cuisine, provides wholesome, yummy curries. A favorite with locals, The Black Sheep Bistro offers seafood, Continental, European and German cuisines. On Tripadvisor, visitors rated it 4.9 out of 5 located in Panjim.

• GREAT FOR A RESPONSIBLE BOOZER

If you feel relaxed finding solace in the bottle in the pleasant surroundings and love the sound of the waves crashing against the shore, Goa is the place where you can find a quiet, lush corner to enjoy drinks or this tiny state is full of posh bars to grab your favorite one at knockdown prices.

• GREAT FOR A RETREAT

Goa has a reason to attract teetotallers around the world, not only because of its mesmerizing sunrises, sexy beaches, and cultural excursions while the place is also famous for different varieties of soft drinks, juices, and shakes. Located in Candolim, Cafe Chocolate dishes out Continental breakfast, offers desserts, juices & refreshers, fruit juices, hot beverages, and flavored drinks. Visitors rated it 4.5 out of 5 on Tripadvisor.

3. GOA FOR FAMILIES

You must be heading to Goa with your family to have unforgettable memories that would strengthen the bonds with your loved ones. Goa is more than just a honeymoon destination, and your family loves about the points of interest which are worth seeing for family members of all ages. Here are the reasons that prove Goa is perfect for families –

• GREAT FOR SPICE VILLAGE TOUR

Get a chance to enhance your knowledge through spice routes and embark upon an exciting village tour in Goa. You can choose among a couple of routes including Savoi Plantations, Tropical Spice Plantation, Pascoal Spice Village, Rustic Plantation, Sahakar Spice Farm, Sai Herbarium and Parvati Madav Park Plantation. These all are located between 29km to 48km from Panaji where you can appreciate nature in a great way.

• GREAT FOR SPIRITUAL TOUR

Someone said that always have the temple in your sights and obviously it’s applicable in Goa too. The temples of Goa offer the essence of spirituality at majestic sites include Shri Shantadurga Temple located in Bardez, Saptakoteshwar Temple located in Narve, Mahalasa Narayani Temple located in Mardol, Shri Mangesh Temple located in Ponda, and Mahalaxmi Temple in Bandora.

• GREAT FOR A HERITAGE WALK

Goa is great for heritage glimpses and offers a visit to the most impressive historical sites look much grandeur with your family. Something exciting and informative you can get for your kids at the places such as Mae De Deus Church, St. Augustine Tower, Se Cathedral, Chapel of Jesus Nazareth and the most famous Basilica of Bom Jesus is located in Old Goa Road in Bainguinim. Also at the Fort Aguada and its lighthouse, you’ll find the picturesquely stunning views of Sinquerim Beach and the Arabian Sea.

• GREAT FOR A DOLPHIN LOVER

Just a short walk away from Aguada Fort you’ll really like Sinquerim Jetty ride to witness the lovable dolphins with your family. You’ll get a ticket from Sinquerim-Candolim Boat Owners Association; Rs.300 per person. On the dolphin safari, you will see a masterpiece palace of Jimmy Gazdar, a Parsi entrepreneur. A series of spectacularly scenic surroundings will keep you and your family spellbound.

• GREAT FOR BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY

Butterfly Conservatory in Goa maybe a butterfly park with a difference. Paying just 100 bucks as the entry fee will enchant your family to a greater extent. Also known as ‘Mystic Meadows,’ it has documented around 100 species of butterflies with thousands of beautiful colors. Located near Priol village, the place is the only 45-minute drive from Panaji.

4. GOA FOR COUPLES

An incredibly romantic destination is Goa, fantastic for an enthusiastic twosome who seeks a hidden island to create unforgettable memories, romantic spots to talk secretly about their love and quaint villages to explore the beauty of silence. Goa is a perfect location for your dream vacation, especially for couples. Some of the best things that can make your love trip a memorable one –

• GREAT FOR A HONEYMOON

Either you’re going to get hitched in few days or just hooked up, seeking a destination that nourishes your love, then you can begin your story here in Goa. The place is good at making magic and having enough beauty to attract more than 6 million tourists annually.

• GREAT FOR CASINOS

If you feel you’re lucky enough and ready for a gaming appetite, Goa takes it seriously for your good luck. The world-class casinos in Goa offer everything you could ask for. These reasonably crowded paradises give you another great reason to pack your bags and head to Goa with your better half. It’d be better to start your evening with a ticket to Deltin Jaqk in Panjim (Rs.1500 per person) or Casino Palms in Bardez (Rs.1000 per person).

• GREAT FOR BACKWATER KAYAKING

In Goa, backwater kayaking is one of the famous adventurers and perfect to get an adrenaline rush if you want that ultimate Goa experience. Witness the coastal Goa through including a Kayak in your schedule and book a Kayaking Tour through an online booking platform or the concierge team would be glad to organize a couple of tours in and around Goa.

• GREAT FOR DUDHSAGAR FALLS TREK

With dedication, allocate a full day for a trek to Dudhsagar Falls, a four-tiered spellbinding waterfall located on the Mandvi River in Goa that amazes you. It requires a plan to reach there through break journeys. Reach Londa Railway Station, then Kulem and your trek begin now. It is 11km from Kulem and reaching by four-wheeler may be a comfortable option at that point.

• GREAT FOR SUNSET LOVERS

If you’re a sunset lover and heading to Anjuna and its stunning spot, Curlies offers a hypnotizing sunset view and enjoy the scenery with a bottle of your favorite booze. In South Goa, Palolem Beach also attracts a gamut of tourists because of its amazing sunset landscapes. Just a short walk away from Chapora Fort, Vagator Beach tops the list of best sunset points in the northern region of the state that forces you to include Goa in your travel itinerary with your love partner.

APPROXIMATE BUDGET TO EXPLORE GOA

The budget depends upon the way to design your itinerary which majorly includes accommodation, food, and transportation cost. On an average expenditure of Rs.7000 to 10000 per person for 5 days in Goa, one can explore the top things with great fun and adventure.

HOW LONG TO SPEND

Either planning a leisure trip or a thrilling one, a period of 5 to 7 days is enough to see the best of Goa. Visit a few of the happening beaches, must-see historical and cultural places, and don’t forget to indulge yourself with the nightlife of Goa.

HOW FAR AWAY GOA IS

Get the tickets booked by air or bus or even planning by road, reaching Goa is the easiest thing. The Dabolim Airport in Goa is 30km away from the state’s capital and well-connected by daily flights from New Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and all the metro cities around the country.

Private operators also provide bus services from major cities to Goa. Alternatively, train journeys are comfortable, and Goa, having two major railheads Madgaon and Thivim, is well-connected by rail too.

WHEN TO GO

Planning for New Year Eve? The best time to enjoy the beauty of the state is in the peak season starts from October to January. In the months of March to May, the weather turns hot but peaceful Goa in this period offers board & lodging with comparatively lower prices.

FACTS ABOUT GOA

• The Smallest State in India
• Established on 30th May 1987
• A Portuguese Settlement
• The area is 3702 km²
• Home to Asia’s Unique Naval Aviation Museum
• India’s Richest State with Highest GDP per capita
• Home to remains of St. Francis Xavier at Basilica of Bom Jesus

ESSENTIALS

• Capital: Panaji (also known as Panjim)
• Administrative Structure: Goa has two districts; North and South. North Goa has 3 subdivisions (Panaji, Mapusa, Bicholim) and 5 taluks. South Goa has 5 subdivisions (Ponda, Vasco da Gama, Margao, Quepem, Dharbandora) and 7 taluks.
• Languages Spoken: Konkani and Marathi
• Medical Aid:

1. – Availability of a sufficient number of pharmacies & hospitals.
2. – Hotels usually have a doctor facility or medical assistance on call.
3. – Dial 108 for ambulance services.

No doubt, Goa makes you feel more alive and there’s a lot more to do in and around the beaches in Goa. A different way to explore its beauty must be on your priority. If you’re looking for how to plan a perfect Goa trip, TravelEscape exists to customize a wonderful tour for you.

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