5-Day Adventure Itinerary for Goa in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Calangute Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (22.5 miles) from Goa Airport

    Relax on the sandy shores of Calangute Beach, known for its bustling nightlife and water sports activities such as parasailing and jet skiing.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours 30 minutes (46 miles) from Calangute Beach

    Experience the breathtaking beauty of Dudhsagar Falls, a four-tiered cascade surrounded by lush green forests. Take a swim in the natural pools or go on a trek to explore the nearby spice plantations.

  3. Day 3: Grande Island
    1 hour 10 minutes (10 miles) from Panaji City

    Spend a day at Grande Island, a popular spot for scuba diving and snorkeling with colorful coral reefs and diverse marine life such as barracudas, sea turtles, and stingrays.

  4. Day 4: Mollem National Park
    1 hour 50 minutes (38.5 miles) from Grande Island

    Explore the wilderness of Mollem National Park, home to exotic flora and fauna, including Bengal tigers, black panthers, and Indian bison. Go on a jungle safari or hike to the cascading Tambdi Surla waterfall.

  5. Day 5: Fort Aguada
    1 hour 10 minutes (9 miles) from Mollem National Park

    Discover the rich history of Goa at Fort Aguada, a 17th-century Portuguese fortress overlooking the Arabian Sea. Visit the lighthouse, prison, and stunning views from the ramparts.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Calangute Beach (whole day, free)
  • Dudhsagar Falls (whole day, INR 400 per person)
  • Grande Island (whole day, INR 3000 per person for scuba diving)
  • Mollem National Park (whole day, INR 50 per person park entry fee)
  • Fort Aguada (2 hours, INR 25 per person entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3475 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a day trip to the nearby Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary or visit the Reis Magos Fort and Museum in Panaji City. If you have less time, consider skipping Mollem National Park or Grand Island.

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