4-Day Adventure Itinerary: Dandeli and Goa

  1. Day 1: Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
    3 hours (97.3 km) from Goa International Airport

    Begin your adventure with a visit to the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can spot various birds, reptiles, and mammals. Take a guided nature walk or try white water rafting in the Kali river. Don't forget to carry a camera and binoculars to capture the stunning landscapes and wildlife.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Waterfalls
    1 hour 30 mins (66.3 km) from Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

    Head to Dudhsagar Waterfalls, an hour and a half drive from Dandeli. Embark on an off-road Jeep safari through the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. Upon reaching the waterfalls, have a refreshing dip in the pool of the waterfall or hike up to the top for magnificent views.

  3. Day 3: Adventure Sports in Goa
    3 hours (131 km) from Dudhsagar Waterfalls

    Spend your day indulging in thrilling adventure sports such as parasailing, jet skiing, scuba diving, and surfing. Hit the beaches of North Goa for adrenaline-pumping water activities. Calangute Beach and Baga Beach are popular spots for watersport activities.

  4. Day 4: Fort Aguada and Chapora Fort
    40 minutes (22.5 km) from North Goa Beaches

    Visit the historic Fort Aguada and the Chapora Fort, both located in close proximity to each other. Fort Aguada offers spectacular views of the Arabian Sea and River Mandovi. Post this, head to Chapora Fort, located on a hilltop, offering breathtaking views of the Vagator Beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary Guided Nature Walk (3 hours, INR 800)
  • Dandeli White-water Rafting (2 hours 30 mins, INR 1200)
  • Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary Jeep Safari (2 hours 30 mins, INR 2100)
  • Jet Skiing in North Goa (20 mins, INR 500)
  • Para-sailing in North Goa (15 mins, INR 800)
  • Scuba Diving in North Goa (2 hours, INR 3500)
  • Chapora Fort Entry (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Fort Aguada Entry (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,150

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a day trip to the beautiful Gokarna Beach (2 hours 30 mins from Dandeli). Adventure activities such as rock climbing and kayaking can also be enjoyed in Gokarna. In case of less time, you can skip Chapora Fort and Fort Aguada and spend more time indulging in water activities in North Goa.

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