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Goa is not for people who wish to laze all day long tanning under the hot sun. It offers excellent outdoor activities that use three sources of energy: water, earth, and sky. The sky is the limit, with endless options like parasailing, hot ballooning, or Hang Gliding. At the same time, those with a fetish for the water could opt for scuba diving, snorkelling, or other water sports. Following activities mentioned are just the tip of the iceberg.

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling

Goa is an excellent destination for discovering wrecks, with its reputation as the third major diving destination in India. Major diving sites revolve around three locations, i.e. Grande Island, Pigeon Island, & Agatti Island. To get the optimum experience of the underwater world, November to April is the best time.

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Water Sports

Most of the beaches in Goa offer an infinite number of water sports activities like parasailing, jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, kite surfing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, scuba diving, and banana rides. Calangute beach is known for its water sports activities.

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Fishing

Enjoying a good catch of fish can turn out to be a rejuvenating experience. Angling (fishing) as a recreational sport is becoming popular in Goa. Mid October to mid-December are the best months for fishing. Vagator Beach, Chapora River, Baga River, Fort Reiss and Calangute Beach are the best spots for angling.

Dolphin and Crocodile Spotting

Dolphin and Crocodile Spotting is one of the major attractions in Goa. The best time for this activity is from October to May. River cruises are arranged from the Mandovi river to the Zuari river and the marshy water areas where crocodiles could be tracked. Dolphin spotting is carried out on the Mandovi, Zuari, Sal and Chapora rivers. Cavelossim and Varca beaches are also famous for dolphin sightings. Early morning is the best time to head out for this activity.

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River Cruises

A Goa vacation is never complete without a river or sea cruise surrounded by the romantic waters of the Arabian Sea and the Mandovi river. Goa operates sea cruises from Mumbai, which proceed straight to Goa or reach Kochi and Kadmat Island. Personalised cruises like the Sun Set Cruise, Sun Down Cruise, or the Full Moonlight Cruise are also available.

Bird Watching

If you are an avid nature lover with an inclination to spot wildlife in their natural surroundings, then Goa offers you the chance of bird watching of all kinds from nesting, aquatic and migratory. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Bondala Bird Sanctuary are popular spots for bird watching. Saligao Springs and Mayem Lake are other spots where you can view exotic birds like Jacana, Pygmy Goose, Comb Duck to the regular herons. Also, Santa Cruz marshes and Charao Island offer good opportunities for spotting rare species of local and migratory birds.

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Bondla Forest Sanctuary

Bird watching activity will involve walking and driving through Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. One can get a chance to spot birds like Crimson-backed Sunbird, Flame-throated Bulbul, Malabar Trogon, Vigors's Sunbird, White-cheeked Barbet, Dark-fronted Babbler etc.

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Dudhsagar Waterfall & Spice Garden Tour

While enjoying a jeep safari to the tallest waterfall of Goa, admire the breathtaking views, lush greenery. Walk along the Mollem National Park to reach the waterfall. Swim in the cool water while enjoying the white-washed Dudhsagar waterfall. After this experience, head to Keri village, where a spice garden is situated. Indulge in Goan style food and take a guided tour to learn about the spice plantation.

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North Goa Sightseeing Tour

North Goa sightseeing tour includes a visit to Fort Aguada, Saligao Church, Ashwem beach, Morjim beach, Vagator beach, Anjuna beach and Calangute beach.

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