New Discovery In Goa – Tourist Must See

Goa is not just a place for beaches and Booze, It is not even restricted to Baga, Calangute and Anjuna. Goa is Far beyond all this. On your upcoming trip to Goa, Lets discover few of these Unusual things for a wonderful experience, 

1. Discover shipwrecks Underwater  -  Mormugao Harbour

The mere thought of diving and exploring the wrecks is fascinating. This surreal and mysterious experience lets you unravel the mysteries of the past where four ships -- including three German ships and an Italian -- blew up and sank into the Goan sea in 1943.   Scuba divers have access to two of these shipwrecks -- Suzy and Davy Jones Locker -- which are situated near Grande Island.

How to Reach: Grande Island is a 20-minute ferry ride from Benaulim.  

Cost: Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000

2. Mud bath – Natural Rejuvenation

Very close to to Arambol beach is a tiny bay that's cut off from the main road. Here lies a natural sweet-water lake. It gets its water from the nearby hot water springs.  Well, the lake is lined with a natural clay belt. You can cover yourself with mud and get rejuvenated.  

How to reach : Walk along Arambol beach (further north along the beach coast) and just around the corner (roughly a 15-minute walk) from the main stretch, you will discover the lake.

Cost: Free

3. Elephant  bathing – Pamper them

A visit to the Sahakari Spice Farm lets you ride through its outskirts and bathe elephants. You will be provided with brushes, buckets and water (of course) to bathe these beautiful animals. Once you done, the elephants will take you for a ride, fill their trunks with water and splash you happily."You can spend an entire day walking through the plantation, learning about countless spices, spot birds and even reptiles in their natural habitat.

Getting there: Sahakari Spice Farm is situated at Ponda. It is around an hour's drive from Calangute. 

Cost: Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000

4. Fresh water spring – Super Dip

Narrow, winding roads through areca nut plantations will lead you to the sleepy village of Pomburpa. Right in the centre of the fields stands the fresh water spring. Its waters are said to possess medicinal properties. It's rare to find tourists at the spring and the locals will gladly step away to let you enjoy a bath.

How to reach: You can travel to Panjim and then hire a two-wheeler and drive to the spring.

Cost: Free

5. Bird watching – Rare Birds

At the start of your journey, you'll cross forests, fields and villages. As you travel down the river toward the Cumbharjua Canal, you'll spot the kingfisher, cormorants, egrets, brahminy kites, dusky crag martins and falcons. If you are lucky, might even spot the white-collar kingfisher, white-breasted kingfisher, flying foxes and night herons.As you sail further, crossing narrow canals, you are sure to spot marsh crocodiles. Remember to carry your camera along. You don't want to miss capturing these lovely sights. 

How to reach : You have to check with a tour guide about the river cruise.

Cost: Rs. 500 for the boat

6. Mario Miranda – Get back Souvenirs 

Almost every cafe and restaurant has his remarkable cartoons depicting the Goan experience. Here's your chance to take home the perfect way to remember up your Goan holiday. This store is solely dedicated to Mario's work and you will find cups and bowls, ceramic tiles, salt and pepper shakers, illustrated books, T-shirts and several postcards with his illustrations.

How to reach : Panjim Location, Near Hindu Pharmacy, Below Aroma Hotel, Duarte Pacheco Road

Cost: From Rs. 20 to 10000

7. Cow Beach – Why should human have all the Fun

They say the 'best kind of therapy is beach therapy. 'True that! But given the hordes of tourists on other beaches, you will be in for a surprise here. In groups of five and 10, these cows lie around on the warm sand, staring at the sea at Agonda Beach.

How to reach: Agonda beach is located in south Goa. Quite a popular place, ask directions once you reach margao

Cost: Free

8. YUM YUM Food

Do taste some authentic, lesser known Goan delicacies like fish in reichado masala. The word 'reichado' finds it origin in the Portuguese word 'seal up'. It is an indispensable masala found in every Goan kitchen. Try it!

How to reach: Vagator beach road, There are plenty.

Cost: Rs. 200 to 400

9. Night with Wildlife – Scared?

Home to wild boars, gaurs, monkeys, jackals, leopard and deer, this is the ideal place to visit if you happen to be a wildlife enthusiast. You'll also spot porcupines, bears, tigers and crocodiles. End your day at a forest department cottage in the wildlife sanctuary.

How to reach: Situated 10 km from Usgao village, you can take a taxi from Panjim to Bondla. It's convenient if you have your own vehicle.

Cost: Free

10. Chapel inside Tiracol Fort – Be the First

Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle built this fort, it was then captured by the Portuguese who built the chapel. Renamed St Anthony's chapel, it has a classic Goan facade and its courtyard is paved with laterite blocks. At the northernmost tip of Goa stands Tiracol -- popular among the locals for the feni that is produced here. You can take a stroll and explore the greenery -- the place is dotted with cashew nut trees. You can take the ferry to the fort, which stands tall on the northern side of the Tiracol River, and soak in the beautiful view of the sea.

How to reach: Tiracol is situated 40 km from Panjim. You can drive down or hire a car. From Tiracol, take a ferry to the fort. 

Cost: Free

Go off-road to discover new things, who knows you may add 10 more to list soon. Wanna Try?