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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Goa in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Aguada
    1 hour (17.8 km) from Dabolim Airport

    Explore the historic fort and lighthouse in the morning. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Candolim Beach. Stroll through the local market and enjoy the nightlife in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours 30 minutes (76.4 km) from Candolim Beach

    Start your morning early and head to the magnificent Dudhsagar Falls. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the falls and take a dip in the refreshing water. Head back to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

  3. Day 3: Basilica of Bom Jesus
    1 hour 10 minutes (22.6 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Basilica of Bom Jesus and its intricate architecture. Enjoy a traditional Goan lunch at a nearby restaurant. Spend the evening at Miramar Beach.

  4. Day 4: Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (50.5 km) from Miramar Beach

    Visit Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the nature trails, botanical gardens and the mini zoo. Have lunch at the canteen and head to Big Foot Museum. Spend the evening at Colva Beach.

  5. Day 5: Anjuna Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (25.7 km) from Colva Beach

    Get an early start to visit the famous Anjuna Flea Market. Enjoy lunch at a beach shack and spend the afternoon on the beach. Visit the Chapora Fort for sunset and end the day with a relaxing dinner in Vagator.

  6. Day 6: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (32.5 km) from Vagator

    Visit the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary for a morning nature walk. Enjoy a traditional Goan lunch at a nearby restaurant and head to the Mangueshi Temple. Spend the evening at the Baga Beach for water sports and nightlife.

  7. Day 7: Reis Magos Fort
    30 minutes (10.9 km) from Baga Beach

    Visit the historic Reis Magos Fort in the morning and enjoy a scenic view of the Mandovi River. Have lunch in Panaji and spend the afternoon exploring the Fontainhas Heritage Quarter. End the day with a relaxing dinner at a beachfront restaurant in Calangute.

Recommendations

If you're interested in exploring further, you can take a day trip to the beautiful islands of Divar, Chorao and Vanxim. You can also visit the famous Se Cathedral and the Museum of Christian Art. Make sure to try the local cuisine, especially seafood and vindaloo. Don't forget to enjoy the nightlife and music festivals during the month of August in Goa.

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