6-Day Adventurous Goa Group Trip from Ahmedabad — Scuba, Water Sports, Galgibag Turtle Beach, Butterfly Beach, Dudhsagar, Fort Jail & Court Visit (Vegetarian Meals)
Day 1: Arrival & Orientation
Candolim / Calangute, North Goa, India on January 24, 2026
Visit the 17th-century Fort Aguada and its old prison cells to fulfill the jail-visit request; fort typically open 9:00am–6:00pm with panoramic coastal views.
Half-day boat trip to Grande Island with certified dives or Discovery Scuba and snorkeling; expect visits from ~8:30am–12:30pm with clear reefs and marine life.
Guided stroll through Panaji’s Fontainhas quarter to admire Portuguese-style houses and narrow lanes; area is best visited during daylight hours (open all day).
Organized educational visit to Panaji District/Session Court to observe proceedings and learn about the judicial process — requires prior permission from court administration (apply 2–3 weeks ahead) and depends on court schedule.
Pre-booked group water-sports block (parasailing, jet-ski, banana boat); operators run ~8:00am–5:00pm — stagger slots for safety and efficient handling of 25 people.
Vegetarian breakfast and briefing on turtle-spotting rules, protected area access, and tide/boat windows — Galgibag turtle nesting visits are regulated (best early morning or late afternoon).
Guided boat transfer to Galgibag for turtle awareness and potential sightings; local forest department rules apply and visits are best early morning or late afternoon during nesting season (Nov–Mar).
Short boat ride to secluded Butterfly Beach — a quiet cove known for butterflies, scenic cliffs and small sea caves; operators run during daylight tide windows (~9:00am–5:00pm).
Guided kayaking through the Cola lagoon channel and protected inlets — calm waters suitable for teams or pairs; operators usually run into early evening.
Depart Palolem pre-dawn by private coach to Kulem/Mollem for a Dudhsagar jeep/rail-track safari; early start avoids crowds and heat — expect ~1.5–2.5 hours drive depending on pickup points.
Jeep safari or guided trek to Dudhsagar Waterfall with a short hike to viewing points; pre-book group jeeps/permits and follow safety rules — safaris typically operate early morning to mid-afternoon.
Coach transfer to the Tambdi Surla area; the 12th-century temple and nearby waterfall are in the Bhagwan Mahavir area and open during daylight hours (usually ~8:00am–5:00pm).
Visit a local spice plantation for a guided walk, learn about spices, traditional uses, and enjoy a short village interaction — great for cultural immersion and vegetarian snacks.
Meet villagers, see cashew processing and a short demonstration of local sweets/snacks (vegetarian); an easy cultural activity that replaces the Chorla Ghats trek and fits the inland route.
Quick market visit for cashews, spices and handicrafts; Mapusa market is closed Sundays, so use Panaji boutiques and market stalls which are open in the morning.
Load luggage onto private coach and depart for Dabolim with comfortable buffer time for group check-in and security; adjust timing to match flight schedule.