Family-Friendly 3-Day Itinerary for Goa

  1. Day 1: Visit the Beaches
    30 minutes (9.8 miles) from Goa International Airport

    Start your trip by visiting the beautiful beaches of Goa. Calangute Beach is the most popular and largest beach in Goa, filled with water sports activities, beach shacks, and nightclubs. The next stop can be Anjuna Beach, ideal for a family picnic and swimming. Visit Baga beach in the evening to enjoy the sunset and delicious seafood at beach shacks. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and carry a beach towel.

  2. Day 2: Visit the Museums and Temples
    25 minutes (6.1 miles) from Baga Beach

    Start the day by visiting the Museum of Goa, an excellent place to discover the history, art, and culture of Goa. Next, visit the Shanta Durga Temple, dedicated to the goddess of peace, and the Mahalaxmi Temple, dedicated to the goddess of wealth. Take a break and visit the Spice Plantation Tour to enjoy the natural beauty, spice gardens, and elephant rides. The tour ends with a complimentary lunch of traditional Goan cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Visit the Wildlife Sanctuaries
    1 hour 10 minutes (30 miles) from Mahalaxmi Temple

    On the final day, visit the wildlife sanctuaries in Goa. The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is home to over 400 species of birds, including kingfisher, heron, and egret. Next, visit the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary to witness the beauty of nature and hike through the dense forests. The sanctuary is home to tigers, panthers, deer, and snakes. End the day by visiting the Dudhsagar Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in India. Take a dip in the natural pools and enjoy the scenic beauty.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Museum of Goa (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Shanta Durga Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Mahalaxmi Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Spice Plantation Tour (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 200)
  • Dudhsagar Falls (3 hours, INR 400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1500
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