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Adventure In Goa 

The exhilarating combination of miles and miles of spectacular sandy beaches and the wide and extensive rivers and scenic lakes truly makes Goa a holidaymaker's paradise. Besides, Goa is a perfect celestial home for the wanderlust traveler, an ideal destination for adventure enthusiasts. Naturally, the fabulous beaches, beautiful rivers and lakes in Goa offer excellent options for a wide range of Adventure Sports in Goa.

Adventure Sports in Goa are among the most favored activities of tourists visiting the magical land. Adventure Sports are an excellent way to break away from the daily grind and enjoy complete relaxation and rejuvenation. There are so many options for adventure in Goa that you can explore and have a unique experience each day of your holiday, and that too loaded with adventure.

With an extensive coastline dotted with beaches, Water Sports is the most popular among Adventure Sports in Goa. Nevertheless, it's not just the water but also the land of Goa for you to explore, go hiking, trekking or river cruising in Goa and discover the untouched terrains of the land. Apart from water and land activities, there are plenty of other options for Adventure Sports in Goa like dolphin and crocodile spotting, island trips, etc.

Goa has become a hub for adventure activities. If you are an adventure sports buff, then Goa is the perfect destination in India for you. Adventure Sports in Goa beckons adventure lovers to indulge in the extraordinary activities and challenges that they are likely to confront while embarking on such sojourns.

All you need to do is select which Adventure Sports in Goa you want to indulge in. No special training is required for most of the sports. Even age is not a bar, as you need only a reasonable level of fitness in order to engage in these activities. Equipment, training and instructors are available. And to top it all, you can enjoy Adventure Sports in Goa at a fraction of what they would cost elsewhere in the world.

Shed all your inhibitions and make the most of the exciting opportunities offered by Adventure Sports in Goa, India. 

Dolphin Tours

Who can resist the thrill of watching dolphins frolic in their natural surroundings, cavorting in graceful curves above the sea? Or gazing at crocodiles sunning themselves on the muddy banks of the Cumbarjua Canal Goa before slithering back into the water?

Legend has it that these crocodiles, or 'muggers' as they are commonly known, were introduced here centuries ago by the Adil Shahs of Bijapur, so that enemies would not swim across and attack their holdings on the banks of the Mandovi River Goa.

Dolphin and crocodile spotting trips are  very famous in Goa. Some of the prominent beaches which have operators providing this activity are Candolim Beach Goa, Calangute Beach Goa and Palolim Beach Goa.

Dolphin watching trips are on offer from many local boat owners on many stretches of Goa's beaches. The actual trip consists of a brief glance of a rather timid than playful creature, and to get a photograph you have to be more lucky than skilful.

Dolphins are one of the most-loved creatures of the marine world. Come and see why, on one of the many exciting Key West Dolphin Tours and adventures. These extremely intelligent and playful mammals will delight every visitor with their antics as they play and feed in the wild.

Dolphin adventure depart daily and head for the beautiful back country waters of Key West. Here, Dolphin leap and play, feed and rest every day, and you can see it happen on one of the available Dolphin adventure. In Goa, dolphin tours will also include time for stretching out and relaxing, snorkeling and taking pictures. Don't forget your camera and some sunscreen, plus a towel. Since Key West guides for Dolphin adventures in Goa are environmentally aware, they prefer to take visitors to observe Dolphins in the wild.

Swimming with the Dolphins is intrusive to their wild habitat, so Dolphin adventures take people to observe them in the wild. Swimming and snorkeling is done nearby, but not with the Dolphins. Dolphins will often swim within feet of the Dolphin tours boat, and it really seems they are inviting you to play with them. However, they are wild creatures and we prefer to observe only and not to intrude.

Watch them play and leap through the air- scientists don't really know why they jump. Some think it's to dislodge parasites, as sting rays do. Some think it's pure playful fun. Others think it's a way to spot fish. Another theory is that it's some sort of communication with other dolphins. Whatever the reason, we think it's great, and eco Dolphin adventures will take you there to see it all. 

Trekking In Goa

A tough and physically demanding adventure, nonetheless good fun. Trekking and hiking are not just two great adventures in Goa, but also include a range of activities such as rock climbing, rappelling, jummaring and river crossing. Rock climbing is though difficult but with better equipments, safety levels have increased.

Rappelling is an adventure which is descending a rock with the rope and harness and Jummaring is an adventure which is ascending a rock using the toothed metal clamp. Another exhilarating activity is the Tyrolean traverse. You are suspended over a river, valley or a ravine with a rope and you back crawl on the rope but of course there are safety equipments also.

With the lush green Sahyadris in Goa, trekking is a delight. As you ascend on your journey, every sight is captivating to behold you. Places such as Valpoi Goa, Mollem and Sanguem Goa bring you closer to the nature with every step.

One can go for trekking and hiking anytime round the year but October to December is the best time. The usual trips are trekking to the Dudhsagar waterfalls, rock-climbing and rapelling at Kalen Rock in Sanguem. There could be tailor cut trekking expeditions according to your requirements also.

The government is also promoting land sports that are equally enchanting as the former. One can enjoy hiking and trekking adventures that involve a wide range of skillful and physically demanding actions. Go for the extreme adventure of rock-climbing on the adamant rock-faces of Goan hills. Don't forget to try the Tyrolean traverse, an exhilarating river crossing technique beneath Aguada Fort Goa. Often referred to as under belly crawling, it involves crossing a river, ravine or even a deep mountain gorge with modern ropes and equipment.

Trek on the lush Sahyadri hills Goa, running through the heart of Goa for an intimate commune with the nature. After the trek you can enjoy a snake demostration, botanical lectures, bird watching programmes by WWF officials and star gazing initiated by the Fire Department of Goa. The tarzan swings and monkey bridges during these fun-filled days will surely make your holiday a memorable one in Goa. 

Scuba Diving

Water sports in goa can be called to be one of the biggest reasons for going for a trip to goa. The leisure holiday to goa cannot be completed unless you have go through the fun activities of water sports in goa that leave a long lasting impression on your minds and are capable enough of changing your entire idea of having fun if you seek it in tranquility and retreat. 
skuba diving is one such activity in the water sports that is extremely popular among the true adventure seekers.

The most rewarding experience of skuba diving lies in discovering what lies in the depths of the azure seawater. The turquoise aquamarine seawater houses in itself a number of undiscovered treasures. 
skuba diving
gives you an opportunity to go deep into the depths of the sea and see for yourself the enthralling world of coral reefs, shells and plethora of marine life under the surface of the sea. Presence of wrecks of Spanish and Portuguese ships make scuba diving at goa India even more appealing.

Although skuba diving is one of the most satisfying experiences for those who want to set deep into seawater, few precautions must be taken while you take on with this adventure sport.

It is suggested that you should never dive alone and should always take at least one partner with you. The biggest benefit of taking someone along is that you can always get help when in need. Also you should be in peak of your health and not suffering from any ailments while opting for scuba diving in Goa India. While indulging yourself in the pleasure of scuba diving always make sure that you do not disturb marine life.

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skuba diving is an adventure which is gaining lot of popularity in goa. Underwater visibility in the more tranquil of goa bays and lagoons ranges from five to 10 meters. Attractive coral heads, lobsters, bright colored fish, and other marine life can be conveniently explored in these shallow waters. 

skuba diving help you to unearth the underwater treasure of goa. Underwater visibility in goa ranges for five meters to ten meters through out the tourist season. The waters in goa are safe and temperate. The absence of riptide currents makes the waters ideal for beginners.

The Marine life of the goa is quite similar to that of the Maldives. The underwater world of goa has the presence of Spanish and Portuguese sailing ship wreckage and that of World War II wreckages. This makes the fish life prolific.

Angria Bank is a world class diving site around 120 miles from goa. It has an underwater mass about half the size of goa and is treasure house of corals and fishes. Scuba diving in Goa India here is an unforgettable experience.

Scuba diving in Goa India is a delightful experience. Welcome to the world of underwater delight in Goa. Attractive corals, colored and beautiful, shells and fishes all invite exploration.

Adventurous sports like Scuba diving in Goa India help you to unearth the underwater treasure of Goa. Underwater visibility in Goa ranges for five meters to ten meters through out the tourist season. The waters in Goa are safe and temperate. The absence of riptide currents makes the waters ideal for beginners.

The Marine life of the Goa is quite similar to that of the Maldives. The underwater world of Goa has the presence of Spanish and Portuguese sailing ship wreckage and that of World War II wreckages. This makes the fish life prolific.

Grand Island is a much-frequented site for local diving Scuba diving in Goa India. Popular sites near the island are Suzy's Wreck, Davy Jones Lockers, Sail Rock, Turbo Tunnel, Surge City, Uma Guma Reef, and Bounty Bay.

Angria Bank is a world class diving site around 120 miles from Goa. It has an underwater mass about half the size of Goa and is treasure house of corals and fishes. Scuba diving in Goa India here is an unforgettable experience.

The rocky outcrop in the Pigeon Island has an interesting marine life and a very clear visibility.

Malvan Shoal has shallow sites in between Vengurla and Malvan. The crystal clear water gives a clear view of the interesting marine life here.

Ideal Season for Scuba diving in Goa India

The best season for enjoying water sports in Goa is from October to May. It's the season when the skies are cloudless and blue and the water remains placid.

Snorkeling, however, is a much easier activity when compared to Scuba Diving. Snorkeling allows you to glimpse of the submarine world, without really having to go down deep into the water. Snorkeling is great fun for children as well as adults and is a favourite family activity. It's an easy way to visit the underwater wonder world and all you need to do is take one dip and you will be hooked.

Snorkeling is a unique water sport, that rendezvous the adventure enthusiast to the under water marine world.

Snorkelling is for kids and families, scuba -diving is an advernture that requires great deal of practice and comfort level with the equipment and then also you are accompanied by two trained scuba divers.

Look out for the abundant marine life. You will spot groupers, damsels, tuna eels, goat fish, lion fish, snapper jacks to name a few, there is lot more to look out for. Visibility varies from 2-50 meters depending on the sea and weather conditions. A word of caution before you scuba dive, thorough check your equipment and learn its operation. 

Speedboat Rides 

Speed boat is a adventure and craze among the tourists coming to Goa. Speed freaks who love to flirt with the water can't resist getting into a speed boat. There are a lot of motorboats in Goa that have a speed of 10 to 15 miles per hour and few with a speed of 30 to 40 miles per hour. Cidade Goa, Oberoi and the Taj hotels Goa provide high powered boats which give a thrilling experience. These speed boats can carry six to eight people at a time and can be used as a transportation medium. One can go for long rides or just a spin around the bay on these speed boats. Old Goa, Fort Aguda Goa, Sinquerim Goa, St. Jacinto Island and Grant Island Goa and many more exciting destinations can be visited by these speed boats. The speed boats can also be used for water skiing in Goa.

Speed is a very common passion amongst the adventure lovers. Imagine cruising at more than 50Mph in the blue sea water and tearing apart the waves of sea to make your way in unending sea. Speed boats are very common in Goa and are very easily available on the beaches.


If jet skiing is not enough for your speed thirst then move over to speed boat. More powerful, more faster, its a great group activity. There are three to six people in the boat and you get this golden opportunity to not just thrill with the speed but also explore the Goan coastline.

A more powerful and faster sport than jet-skiing, this water sport activity provides much more thrill to you. Speedboat ride is a group activity in which 3 to 6 people can participate. The duration of rides usually vary from 10 minutes to an hour, in which you can explore the beautiful Goan coastline.

All major beaches like Calangute Beach Goa, Candolim Beach Goa, Arrossim Beach Goa, Utorda Beach Goa, Colva or Mobor beach have speed boat operators. So if you are comfortable with water than don't give second thoughts, just go for this water sport.


This adventure is famous all over the world for giving spine chilling experiences. The speed and the wind blowing against one's face is enough to revive you.

Fast and furiously racing against the water, speedboats give a sense of excitement that lasts for long. So, hold onto your hats and get ready for an unforgettable journey. A journey that teaches you to maneuver a roller coaster on water.

Attractions 

 Goa is a very attractive place of visit and tourists from the length and the breadth of the world come to visit Goa. Goa has a number of tourist attractions bearing the testimony of Portuguese rule and their love for architecture. Goa tour packages involve the gothic churches, crumbling forts, temples, beaches, coconut groves and villages.

Some of the very famous beaches that attract tourists largely are the Calangute beach, the Baga beach, Anjuna beach, Dona Paula beach, Colva beach, Agonda beach, Miramar beach and many others.

Among the temples of Goa, the Saraswat temples hold much significance amongst the local people. Besides, the Shanta Durga temple, the Ganapati temple, the Maha lakshmi temple, the Shri Nagesh Maharudra temple are also important places of visit.

The most famous churches in Goa which attract large number of visitors are Goa Basilica of Bom Jesus which is a world heritage monument and Goa Se Cathedral which is dedicated to st. Catherine. The other important Churches are the Church of St Francis of Assini, Church of Lady of Rosary and Church of St Cajatan.

The Goa carnival is also one occasion which is a must se e there. People from all classes tend to forget their sorrows for those 5 days and enjoy their hearts fullest during the carnival. The catchword of the Goa carnival is 'eat, drink and be merry'

Bull Fighting 

There are fighting bulls in Goa, a small state on the west coast of India. They are the cause of enough noise, frantic sprinting, and even bloodshed to recall the bull runs of Pamplona earlier in the century.


But this is Goa at the end of the century. And the bullfight here is one in which the bulls fight one another. When there is bloodshed, it is not caused by an elegant matador, sequinned and rakish, but by a pair of horns filed and sharpened down to a lance point.

There are no fences or barricades here. Bullfights are usually held in an old rice field just outside a village, and the crowd # whose complex Sunday lunches quickly become a liability when it's time to get out of the way of an unreasonable animal # provides the enclosure. They do reluctantly put up the odd rickety bamboo fence to provide token protection for a visiting VIP, but everyone in the crowd knows that a few sticks of bamboo will do absolutely nothing to halt half a ton of charging bull.

Fighting bulls bear interesting names in Goa, and bout cards make slightly bizarre reading. Alibaba vs. Second Krishna. Brazil vs. Mad Max. Sea Harrier vs. Kingofsouth.

The animals are bred and trained to fight, and later retire as studs. Although trainers traditionally do not breathe a word about their ward's regimen and habits, the essence of bringing up a fighting bull is a carefully monitored diet, supplemented by enough vitamins and minerals to supply a small school. Late at night, in the tavernas around the village square, when feni # that clear and dangerous liquor distilled from the cashew apple # has loosened an incautious tongue or two, exotica like sardines and molasses are mentioned, as are puréed jackfruit and dried figs. But nothing's certain: what's said during these long and bibulous village nights, especially in deepest south Goa, vanishes like strange dreams, especially on the morning of a fight

Shopping 

For travellers to Goa, the visit is not complete unless they take back a souvenir of their memorable sojourn in this magnificent paradise. Naturally, shopping should be a priority on the itinerary of every tourist, along with the sightseeing attractions.

The excellent local handicrafts of Goa are easily the most popular souvenir items and include brassware, terracotta, shell work, crochet, carved furniture, bamboo work, papier-mache, etc. These are available in the Government Emporia and also at shops and stalls near the popular tourist spots.

Another item which is on the list of every traveller to Goa is a pack of the famed cashew nuts. These are available practically everywhere. There are shops specialising in selling only cashewnuts. The nuts are available in a wide variety of tastes ranging from plain, salted and masala. The prices vary based on the quality and flavour.

There are also many fascinating options in the lifestyle and fashion shops which have come up in recent times. Some of these are located in fabulous old Goan houses which have been painstakingly restored. These shops make the best selections in home styling and fashion available to the tourists at quite reasonable prices.

It is also a fascinating experience to go around and shop in the traditional markets of the Goan towns and villages. These markets are a mirror of Goa's ethnic culture and provide a glimpse of the typical Goan way of doing business.

Two of the most famous such market areas are Mapusa and Anjuna. The Friday Market at Mapusa, where stalls sell everything from curios and old coins to dried fish and spices.

The Wednesday Market at Anjuna Beach started by and for foreigners is an extremely lively spot where souvenirs, beachwear, trinkets and handicrafts are sold at bargain prices.

Most deluxe hotels and resorts also have good in-house shops, but the price ranges are usually higher.

The charm of shopping in Goa lies in bargaining to your heart's content in markets and shops until you finally bring down the price and make the purchase a worthwhile experience 

Spice Farms In Goa 

An excursion to the spice farms in Goa revives memories of the spice trade where India was the hub of spice trade to countries in the Middle East and Europe. These spice farms which located on the foothills of the Western Ghats located at the eastern side of Goa grow a number of spice, tropical fruits, medicinal trees and herbs which include cardamom, vanilla, saffron, nutmeg, coffee, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, mango, papaya, pineapple, jackfruit, aeracanut, coconut,etc. A visit to these farms is educative as one experience and feels these plants first hand, before these spices/fruits reach your kitchen and eventually your stomach. It takes one close to nature. It is an experience is one would treasure for ever. Most of these spice farms offer a conducted tour which would include a traditional welcome and a welcome drink, a tour of the spice farm, a traditional meal. Some also offer accommodation facilities for a much fuller experience. Notable among these spice farms are Sahakari Spice Farm off Ponda, Pascoal Spice Village near Khandepar and Savoi Plantation at Savoi Verem. 

Sunset Cruises 

Cruises are a major tourist attraction in Goa. After a hectic day of sightseeing, the Goa cruises provide the perfect avenue for unwinding in a relaxed ambience. Besides marveling at the scenic beauty around, one also gets to enjoy the on board live cultural performances. There are options for river cruises and sea cruises in Goa.

As the name suggests, the sunset cruise sets sail as the sun dips in the horizon leaving a crimson sky. The cruise starts everyday at 6 pm and takes the tourists around some exotic locations including the Reis Magos Fort, the Aguada Fort and the Cabo Raj Bhavan. Cultural troupes perform traditional Goan dances such as the Dekni Temple Dance, the Fugdi Dance and the Corredinho Dance.

Evening cruise on Mandovi river in Panaji presents a beautiful view. The sky turns dark orangish as the sun prepares to rest.It's a beautiful view made even lovelier by traditional Konkani music and folk songs playing in the background.

A must do thing when visiting Panaji (Panjim), Goa. Experience the romance of Goa with a sunset boat cruise on Mandovi river. Enjoy an evening boat cruise with your soulmate on Mandovi river with traditional Konkani music, folk dances and songs; and a fabulous view of the setting sun for company.