Planning a trip to Goa? Then here is a list of things to do while you plan a family vacation to Goa.
Goa is famous for its beached, temples, nightlife, and some delicious and lip-smacking food. Goa is a place with countless opportunities to have fun and collect some unforgettable memories. Candolim Beach to Mangueshi Temple, Sinq Club to Basilica of Bom Jesus Goa have everything and anything to offer for your vacation trip in Goa.
Here is a list of things to do in Goa.
Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar Falls translated as the Sea of milk is the tallest waterfall with a height of 310 meters. It is a 4 tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River around 60 km from the capital city of Panaji. Located in between the dense forest that is rich in flora and fauna, Dudhsagar Falls is one of the must-visit sites when you are in Goa.
Beaches
Goa is famous for its long stretch of serene as well as busy beaches. Being located on the coast, Goa has several beaches. Calangute, Baga, Arpora, Candolim, Morjim, etc. are some of the popular beaches in Goa where people visit on their trip to Goa. You can always enjoy some adventurous activities on the beaches of Goa.
Arpora Night Market
Saturday night market comes to life every Saturday at around 6. pm and offers anything and everything to the shopaholics. Located at Arpora in North Goa Saturday Night Market is the traveler’s attraction when they come to Goa. The market comprises of shops and stalls of different sizes sell clothes, bags, spices, funky jewelry, handicrafts, leather accessories, shoes, exotic lamps, and more.
Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary
The Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Sattari taluka near Valpoi town in the western ghats of southern India. The sanctuary covers a vast area of 208 sq. km. and ensures the protection of the immense biodiversity found in the animal and plant life that resides in the Western Ghats. This protected area comprises of a variety of flora & fauna and is being considered to become a Project Tiger tiger reserve because of the presence of Bengal tigers.
Water Sports
Numerous types of water sport is another prime reason which attracts many travelers every year. From scuba diving to windsurfing, dinghy sailing, waterskiing, angling, parasailing, water scooter, and swimming. Goa has many things to offer to make your vacation fun and the most memorable one.
Trekking
Goa contains many hills and mountains which offers some amazing trekking experience to adventure lovers. Some of the popular trekking sites are Dudhsagar Falls Trek, Mollem National Park, Valpoi to Krishna Canyon, Sanguem, Vagheri Peaks, Fort of Satregad, Sonsogor, Chorla Ghats.
Spice Village Tour
Another famous tourist attraction in Goa is the Spice Village tour. Goa is not only about the beaches but it is also famous for many other things out of which one is spice plantation. Begin on an exciting tour of spice village in Goa and get a chance to explore the varieties of spices. Some of the famous spice plantations are Pascoal Spice Village, Tropical Spice Plantation, Savoi Spice Plantation, Sahakari Spice Farms.
Temples and churches
Temples and Churches are another popular attraction when you arrive in Goa for vacation. Goa is a land of tradition and culture where many temples and churches are a must-visit when you start with a Goa darshan. Some of the famous temples are churches are Manguesh Temple, Mahalsa Narayani Temple, Nagesh Temple, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, and many more.
Nightclubs
Night Parties is another thing that attracts most of the travelers to Goa. Goa is considered as the party hub and consists of many night clubs with live DJ music and dancing floor. Some of the famous night clubs are Sinq club, LPK waterfront, Cafe Mambos, etc.
