Jul 2, 2020

Goa, beyond parties and beaches

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Offbeat Goa!

Unravelling the offbeat travel secrets of Goa that go beyond parties, beaches.

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Take a walk around spice plantations

Goa is not only about beaches. To explore the other side of Goa, start with a spice plantation tour. You can book a tour around one of them; these are some of the noted names Sahakari Spice Farms, Savoi Spice Plantation, among others.

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Watch dolphins at Agonda Beach

When in Goa, don’t miss spotting dolphins skipping through the waves unrestricted and carefree. And to spot them, you need to be at the right spot, such as Agonda Beach.

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Go island hopping

Home to some of the beautiful islands that are scattered across the North and South Goa, embark on this activity of hopping around islands, such as the Bat Island, Sao Jacinto Island, and many more.

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Visit Dudhsagar Falls for a trek

The thunderous cascading Dudhsagar Falls will amaze you the moment your eyes on it. To reach this spot, visitors need to trek around 1 km to reach the base of the falls.

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Enjoy night cruise on Chapora River

If you want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can opt to get lost in the scenic beauty of nature, and book a cruise ride in the serene backwaters of Chapora river.

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Mandrem Beach for quad biking

The all-terrain-camp at Mandrem Beach in North Goa offers the perfect opportunity to indulge into thrilling activities, such as quad biking, parasailing, ocean trekking etc.

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Crocodile spotting on Zuari river

Spend a day cruising along the backwaters of Zuari river, and grab a chance to witness Goa’s exotic bird life and Indian mugger crocodile.

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Shop till you drop at Anjuna Flea market

Here, you will be spoilt for choices, and will find enough small shops and stalls near the beaches. And since the flea market is close to the beach, you can do both – sunbathing and shopping.

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Enjoy parasailing at Calangute Beach

Goa is known for hosting some of the best water sports in India, and one shouldn’t miss experiencing them when here. Banana ride, parasailing, jet skiing, and what not, Goa has it all.

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