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Kokan Malvan and Goa 5-Day Itinerary in November 2023

  1. Day 1: Discovering Malvan
    3 hours 20 minutes (105 miles) from Mumbai

    Enjoy a morning stroll at Malvan Beach and visit the Sindhudurg Fort, which was built by the great Maratha warrior, Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Try the famous Malvani cuisine for lunch at Saiba Restaurant. Explore the Malvan Marine Sanctuary in the afternoon and enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving, which offer a spectacular view of marine life. For the evening, take a boat ride to see dolphins and enjoy the sunset at Chivla Beach.

  2. Day 2: Palolem Beach in Goa
    2 hours 30 minutes (85 miles) from Malvan

    Start with a morning Yoga session at Palolem Beach and enjoy a healthy breakfast at any of the beach shacks. Take a boat ride to see the beautiful Butterfly Beach and Honeymoon Beach. For lunch, try the seafood at Café Del Mar. Visit the Cabo De Rama Fort, which offers a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea. End the day with a sunset view at Agonda Beach.

  3. Day 3: Calangute Beach and Water Sports
    1 hour 20 minutes (33 miles) from Palolem Beach

    Begin the day with a morning swim at Calangute Beach, which is the largest and busiest beach in North Goa. Try various water sports such as parasailing, jet skiing, and banana ride. Have lunch at Souza Lobo, which is famous for its seafood. Take a road trip to Fort Aguada, which is a seventeenth century Portuguese fort. For the evening, visit Anjuna Beach for its famous flea market.

  4. Day 4: Dudhsagar Waterfall Trek and Spice Plantations
    2 hours 7 minutes (47 miles) from Calangute Beach

    Embark on an early morning trek to the famous Dudhsagar Waterfalls. After trekking, enjoy a refreshing bath at the falls and have breakfast. Visit the spice plantations of Goa and learn about the various spices. Have lunch at the Spice Plantation and try their famous Goan fish curry. Take a guided tour to Old Goa, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. End the day with a sunset view at Miramar Beach.

  5. Day 5: Explore and Shop in Panaji
    25 minutes (8.5 miles) from Miramar Beach

    Start the day with a morning walk at Dona Paula View Point, which is famous for its view of the Arabian Sea. Visit the Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, which is one of the oldest churches in Goa. Take a boat ride to see the Mandovi River and enjoy lunch at the Ritz Classic. Explore the Fontainhas, which is the Latin Quarter of Panaji. Shop at the famous night market at Baga Beach. For the evening, enjoy a sunset view at Vagator Beach.

Recommendations

While in Malvan, visit the Rock Garden and the Tarkarli Beach. You can also take a boat ride to see the Karli Backwaters. While in Goa, consider taking a side trip to explore the beautiful Portuguese influenced culture of Divar Island. To maximize your fun, try various water sports and explore Goa's nightlife. Finally, don't forget to try the famous fish and seafood curries of the region.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sindhudurg Fort (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Malvan Marine Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Cabo De Rama Fort (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Dudhsagar Waterfall Trek (5-6 hours, INR 1500)
  • Spice Plantations (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Boat Ride (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transport): INR 2550
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