Tuesday, 3 March 2015

101 Things To Do In Goa

 Goa is known for its beautiful beaches, wine and adventure. Goa beaches have long been a favorite destination for beach lovers, couples and nature lovers. This place is with an impressive natural beauty has been rightly referred as ‘tourist’s paradise’.
Goa Tourism Department is actively promoting this state to both domestic and international travelers, showcasing the variety of places to visit in Goa and things to see in Goa. Here, we share with you the list of amazing 101 things to do in Goa:
1. Enjoy the Goan Cruise
River Cruise in Goa
River Cruise in Goa (Photo: R. D. Patel)
Enjoy the cruise in Goa and make your vacation more memorable. A host of floats sets out each evening just before sunset to ply the Mandovi waters and entertain tourists with nothing more sophisticated than the view, a beer or two and a dash of traditional Goan dancing. The lovely experience in a luxury cruise is what almost everyone looks forward to during a trip to Goa.
2. Relax with Massages in Goa
Beach side Massage Goa India
Beach side Massage Goa India (Photo: Bishwajit Chakraborty)
There are many massage parlors and spas in Goa where one can go and rejuvenate themselves. While being on a trip to Goa what one looks forward to is the rejuvenation which one can get at the spas and massage parlors. Various spas of Goa which are preferred by the tourists from all around the world are Sereno Spa and Leela Kempinski Goa Spa Center. Leela Kempinski Spa Center is a beautiful place where you can go and relax. Situated at a beautiful location, this spa center provides all the services with the help of which you can relax and rejuvenate your body, mind and soul. It also provides a beautiful and attractive view of the beaches of Goa.
3. Enjoy the Elephant ride and give them bath
Elephant Ride in Goa
Elephant Ride in Goa (Photo: isastudentblog)
A fun thing to do when visiting Goa is bath an elephant and also ride them. For doing this one can go to the Tropical Spice Plantation for the elephants and give them a bath and also enjoy their ride. Though the skin of the elephants is rough but one would enjoy giving them bath. You can also feed the elephants.
4. Take a tour of the jungles with Quad biking
Quad Bike in Goa
Quad Bike in Goa (Photo: gobananas)
One of the most unforgettable adventures is quad biking in Goa. You would get certified guides to help you through the wilderness of Goan jungles, enchanting Butterfly beach tours and swimming in the pristine waters of Butterfly Beach. The quad biking tour would take you through the rugged hills and also biking around the 3 rivers moving around the paddy hills.
5. Surfing at Anjuna
Surfing in Goa
Surfing in Goa (Photo: Hello Travel)
Reaching Panjim which is in the North Goa, it is only sixteen kilometer drive to Anjuna. One of the most awaited experiences which the tourists wish to experience is surfing at the Anjuna. Apart from this, at the Anjuna beach one can also wind surf, snorkel and also swim amongst the fishes.
6. Enjoy Paragliding
Paragliding - Anjuna Beach
Paragliding – Anjuna Beach (Photo: celebrateindia)
At North Anjuna you would be using the top cliff for takeoff due to the presence of south west winds. When you are at South Anjuna, you would be using the smaller cliff for takeoff because of the North West winds, which are very strong. You would experience the best soaring conditions in and around one kilometer of flying space. The beach is excellent for sailing, swimming and unwinding after your paragliding spree.
7. Discover the underground kingdom by Scuba diving
Scuba Diving in Goa
Scuba Diving in Goa (Photo: goawatersport)
The shores of Goa are shallow and there is abundant marine life, rich in colors and textures to please the visual senses. It is totally an adventurous thrill which would satiate the adventure seekers soul. In order to experience this, you can go scuba diving with your partner and experience the beautiful marine life of Goa.
8. Go Parasailing and experience the biggest thrill
Parasailing in Goa
Parasailing in Goa (Photo: Esben Agersnap)
Candolim Beach, Majorda Beach, Anjuna Beach and Baga Beach are places where you should be to enjoy towering through the air. The parasailing experience would help in providing the beautiful view of entire Goa. Total height to go above would be 300feet from where you see Goa below, the blue sea and the Western Ghats as well.
9. Snorkeling – swim with the elephants
Snorkeling in Goa
Snorkeling in Goa (Photo: Atlantis Water Sports)
Snorkel with the famous ocean swimming elephants in the waters of Goa, a once in a life-time opportunity this is a wonderful experience. Get mesmerized by the elephant’s grace and relative weightlessness underwater, and enjoy snorkeling in the waters of Goa.
10. Jet skiing for all
Jet skiing - Colva Beach. Goa
Jet skiing – Colva Beach. Goa (Photo: Raintree Media)
With a number of different beaches, Goa provides a variety of water sports opportunity to all its visitors. Children or adult, you must give a shot to water sports like jet skiing and experience the fun. This is a beautiful activity which one can do in Goa and make their vacation memorable.
11. Fancy talking with air with Wind surfing
Windsurfing in Goa
Windsurfing in Goa (Photo: Amey Borkar)
One of the most desired activity to be performed by tourists of Goa is wind surfing. The best place to go windsurfing in Goa would be the Dona Paula beach and during the months of October to April. Get pulsating action and be elated when you embark on this water sport, hold on to the sails and maintain proper balance as well.
12.  Dinghy sailing for sailing lovers
Sailing in Goa
Sailing in Goa (Photo: Goa Water Sport)
If you have a passion for sailing and love the open seas, Dinghy sailing is considered to be the best sport you should indulge in. Sailing over the azure waters of the sea, talking to the calm winds, bright sunshine surrounding you all over, and being visited by marine life as you sail above is known as dinghy sailing loved by the visitors of Goa.
13. Enjoy the Dolphin trips
Dolphin Cruise Trip
Dolphin Cruise Trip (Photo: Johnboattours)
Watching the dolphins in real is a better sight in reality than on watching them on Animal Planet. A dolphin cruise in Goa is consequently exciting for the old and the young people. Dolphins pepping out of the sea around your boat in a graceful motion is best savored by eye and which can also be saved on camera. The dolphin cruise trip is flanked with a day-long tour of Grand Island which is also ideal for a peaceful picnic.
14. Go Canoeing on the calm waters of Goa
Kayaking in Goa
Kayaking in Goa (Photo: iexperience)
Travel along the vast coast lines of Goa, paddle through the lakes and beaches with the help of canoeing. This activity in Goa is done all the time of the year and is loved a lot by the tourists of Goa. With the help of this, the tourists can enjoy the sights of Goa by flowing with the calm and relaxing water.
15. Water scooter ride on water of Goa
Water Scooter Ride in Goa
Water Scooter Ride in Goa (Photo: goayell)
Enjoy the high speeds across racing waters, zoom through the surface of the sea and talk to the winds at the same time enjoying the popular water scooter activities in Goa. Popular spots for this adventure in Goa would be at Dona Paula jetty, Cidade de Goa, Majorda, and Candolim beach. While doing this one can also get the sights of dolphins.
16. Go through the Natural trails
Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary (Photo: Goa Tourism Travel)
There are many destinations in Goa where one can go and take a walk through the natural trails of Goa. One such trail is the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary which is near to Molem.  There are overnight stays organized here in a tent or dorm, and provides  a chance to spot panthers, sloth bears, mouse deer, barking deer and over 200 species of birds. Also on offer are camping trips, elephant activities, yoga and much more.
17. Explore the aqua marine with deep sea fishing
Deep Sea Fishing in Goa
Deep Sea Fishing in Goa
While visiting Goa, many people wish of exploring the aqua marine life. Explore aquamarine life in its most virgin waters of Goa, untouched and unspoilt. One can find various species of fishes such as the Barracuda grouper, kingfisher, and the snapper while Deep Sea Fishing in Goa. Dive deep into the waters and be one with its immaculate quietude, watching schools of fish pass by you in a beautiful manner.
18. Heritage hunt in Goa
Churches - Goa Heritage Circle
Churches – Goa Heritage Circle
There are many destinations in Goa which relates to the heritage of this place. Walking only 20 minutes west of Panjim, you will go back in Indo-Portuguese time. In the Old Goa, there are many ancient churches, convents, museums, art galleries, government buildings, bungalows and bakeries. Take a look at the magnificent Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se de Santa Catarina, The Archeological Museum of Old Goa, The Naval Aviation Museum and Institute Menezes Braganza.
19. Visiting Spice farms
Tropical Spice Plantation in Goa
Tropical Spice Plantation in Goa
If you are a nature lover and wish of talking a walk through the nature of Goa, visiting Spice Farms is the best option. The Sahakari Spice Farm in Ponda is considered to be a hidden gem of Goa. They offer a tour of the plantation, where you can learn about the different spices and also learn how to produce them.
20. Take a day trip with Woof woof boat tours
Woof Woof Boats - Goa
Woof Woof Boats – Goa
This is a beautiful experience with the help of which you can enjoy the calmness of water. The woof woof is a 53 foot, handcrafted teakwood boat where you and your family members can spend a day and enjoy amidst the waters of Goa.
21. Exotic food served in Lunch club tour
Goa - Lunch Tour
Goa – Lunch Tour (Photo: Country Club)
‘The Lunch Club’ is a special day trip offering you the chance to experience Goa beyond the beaches. You begin your exclusive day out with a guided tour of one of Goa’s grandest, private mansions. A delicious and authentic Goan-Portuguese lunch will follow, served on the garden terrace of a restored ‘Palacio’. This also provides a beautiful view of Goa.
22. Goa jungle adventure day tours
Goa - Jungle Adventure Tour
Goa – Jungle Adventure Tour (Photo: Kevin Winston)
In this sport, you would be enrolled to a day tour to the most beautifushol jungles and forests of Goa. An experienced and trained tour guide would accompany you and make you visit the beautiful forests of Goa. Visiting this day tour is admired by most of the visitors.
23. Visit Ashwem beach
Ashwen Beach
Ashwem is the nesting place for Olive Ridley Turtles, rare species of turtles.
This is a beautiful beach spread over 2 acres of lush palm groves and also sheltered by the sand dunes. This is a quiet beach which is also great for spending a day or going for a picnic. Taking a dip in Ashwen beach is loved by all the tourists visiting Goa.
24. Rejuvenate at the Ayur Clinic, Arpora
Ayurveda Clinic - Calangute, Goa
Ayurveda Clinic – Calangute, Goa
Ayur clinic in Arpora which is also known as Dr. Rohit’s Clinic is considered to be one of the best valued places in the town where one can go and relax. This is the best place for revitalizing and rejuvenating. Providing completely Ayurvedic medicines to the tourists makes them relaxed and rejuvenated.
25. Zaara – the luxury spa
Zaara - The Luxury Spa
Zaara – The Luxury Spa
On a vacation in Goa, Zaara the luxury spa is the best for relaxing and rejuvenating. Zaara – The Spa is perfect to indulge your senses and achieve serenity and rejuvenation. Having qualified and experienced Ayurvedic consultants at your service, this is the best place in entire Goa where one can go and relax. The services provided by them include massages and also scrub rose petal bath with red wine.
26. John’s boat tours
John Boat Tours
John Boat Grand Island Tour
If you are boat rider and wish for going on beautiful boat rides, then getting in touch with the John’s boat tours is a must. This is a boating tour service provider which helps in organizing the best boat tours for the visitors. Apart from organizing only boat tours, John’s boat tours also organizes fishing tours which takes you to the best spots for fishing in Goa.
27. Cholta Cholta, Panaji
Cholta Cholta: Old Goa walk
Cholta Cholta: Old Goa walk
Cholta Cholta which means ‘whilst walking’ in Konkani, which is the local language of Goa, allows you to explore and experience Panjim city and its surroundings in a meaningful and beautiful way. The Walking tours enable the visitor to get in touch properly with local life and have close up views and also share stories. Panjim is made for walking which is a city of small streets, alley ways and remarkable history couched in old buildings and forgotten structures. Panjim cannot be explored by car or bus but only by walking.
28. Get energized at Sushumna Yoga, Morjim
Sushumna Yoga - Morjim, Goa
Sushumna Yoga – Morjim, Goa (Photo: Letsglo)
Sushumna Yoga center situated in on the west coast of Goa is a beautiful place where you can go and get energized. So by visiting this center rejuvenate your mind, body and soul and energize your senses. There are also various programs held here which would be entertaining for the guests. Various kinds of yoga patterns are also taught here.


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