Spend a day volunteering at Asha Deep Foundation, an NGO that works towards rehabilitating street children. Assist in setting up creative workshops, setting up educational programs, and participating in activities that teach children skills.
Visit a plantation to learn about organic farming. Participate in maintaining the plantation and harvesting the crops. Post-lunch trek to Tambdi Surla Falls and partake in the clean-up drive conducted by the forest department.
Visit the Goa animal welfare society and learn about animal cruelty and the challenges associated with their rehabilitation. Volunteering opportunities include assisting in animal rescue, maintaining shelter, and coordinating various adoption processes.
Visit any of the local guilds and participate in spreading the culture and knowledge of artisans working towards reviving the traditional Goan crafts such as pottery, weaving, and coconut jute macramé: Lend a hand and learn from the experts as they work to create beautiful pieces of art.
Participate in the beach cleaning initiative with Sustainable Eco-tourism Association (SEA). Follow it up with a workshop on upcycling using ocean waste materials and take home your unique souvenir.
Spend an extra day to undertake bird watching at Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, or go scuba diving at Grande Island or explore the chapels and cathedrals throughout the region. Among other great adventures.