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7-Day South Goa Adventure Itinerary in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Palolem Beach
    45 minutes (20.6 km) from Goa International Airport

    Start your South Goa adventure at Palolem Beach with a morning yoga session to stretch out after the flight. Spend the afternoon kayaking through the mangroves, and end the day with a beachside bonfire.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours (81.7 km) from Palolem Beach

    Wake up early for a trek to Dudhsagar Falls, the fourth tallest waterfall in India. Take a refreshing dip in the pool at the base of the falls before heading back. In the evening, visit a spice plantation for a guided tour and traditional dinner.

  3. Day 3: Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (60.2 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

    Explore the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary with a morning hike through the jungle. Keep an eye out for wildlife like leopards and deer. In the afternoon, visit Tambdi Surla Temple, the oldest temple in Goa, before returning to your hotel for some rest.

  4. Day 4: Grande Island
    1 hour (21.9 km) from Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary

    Take a boat ride to Grande Island for a day of snorkelling and scuba diving. Swim with colourful fish and explore shipwrecks. In the evening, watch the sunset from the boat before heading back to shore.

  5. Day 5: Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour (30.9 km) from Grande Island

    Visit Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary for a morning birdwatching tour. Spot rare species like the black-naped monarch and Malabar trogon. After lunch, take a zipline tour through the forest canopy, and end the day with a visit to the nearby Galgibaga Beach, a nesting site for Olive Ridley sea turtles.

  6. Day 6: Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (56.9 km) from Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary

    Go on a morning jeep safari through the Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary. See animals like the Indian gaur and the Indian pangolin in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Bubble Lake, a natural lake with carbon dioxide bubbles rising from the bottom.

  7. Day 7: Cola Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (32.3 km) from Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary

    Spend your last day at the secluded Cola Beach. Start the day with a sunrise yoga session, followed by a stand-up paddleboarding lesson. Relax on the beach with a book or take a nap in a hammock. End your South Goa adventure with a beachside barbecue dinner.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary or the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. Side trips to Gokarna and Hampi are also worth considering. To maximize your fun, book activities in advance to secure your spot. Don't forget to try local dishes like fish curry and feni. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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