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7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Goa in January 2024

  1. Day 1: Calangute Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (24.7 km) from Goa International Airport

    Start your adventure at Calangute Beach with water sports like parasailing and jet skiing in the morning. Visit the historic Aguada Fort in the afternoon and end the day with a sunset cruise on the Arabian Sea.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours 15 minutes (74.9 km) from Calangute Beach

    Embark on a half-day trek to the magnificent Dudhsagar Falls in the morning. Head to the Spice Plantation in the afternoon to learn about the various spices grown in the region. Enjoy a traditional Goan dinner in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 25 minutes (44.9 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

    Explore Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in the morning. Go on a jungle safari to spot leopards, deer, and sloth bears. Visit the Mahadev Temple in Tambdi Surla in the afternoon and end the day with a bonfire under the stars.

  4. Day 4: Grande Island
    1 hour 20 minutes (22.9 km) from Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary

    Take a ferry to Grande Island in the morning for scuba diving and snorkelling. Visit the St. Lawrence Church in the afternoon and end the day with a romantic dinner on Baga Beach.

  5. Day 5: Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 hours 15 minutes (64.2 km) from Grande Island

    Explore Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary in the morning. Go on a bird watching trail to spot kingfishers and hornbills. Visit the Cabo de Rama Fort in the afternoon and end the day with a traditional Goan fish curry dinner.

  6. Day 6: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
    1 hour 20 minutes (35.9 km) from Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary

    Visit Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary in the morning for a bird watching expedition. Head to the Naval Aviation Museum in the afternoon to see vintage aircraft and helicopters. End the day with a sunset view from the Dona Paula viewpoint.

  7. Day 7: Mandovi River
    1 hour 10 minutes (27.5 km) from Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

    End your adventure by exploring Mandovi River in the morning with a kayaking tour. Visit the Reis Magos Fort in the afternoon and end the trip with a farewell dinner at the Ritz Classic Restaurant.

Recommendations

Other attractions to consider include the Anjuna Flea Market, the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary, and the Terekhol Fort. A side trip to Gokarna in neighbouring Karnataka is a great idea. To maximize fun, consider renting a scooter to explore Goa's beaches and towns at your own pace. Don't forget to try out the local cuisine from beach shacks and family-run restaurants.

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