Goa is full of fun-filled activities. The natural view, beaches, games, and sports are the best spots for tourists, both Indian and International. Goa is considered one of the best tourist destinations in India. We are listing here sports and fun activities that you can enjoy while your stay in Goa.
Goa as its sounds is filled with excitement. The tiny part where sun, sands, and sea blend together giving a perfect picturesque bordered with luxury resorts, spas and stays is the best place to visit for relaxation and revive yourself. While nature works the best in beautifying this heaven, humans too don’t lag in perfecting this place and topping it up with mesmerizing activities and sports to charm you up. Goa is best for honeymoons, friends and family trips, and to add on, even destination weddings. The place is also included in the favorites list of adrenaline junkies. We, based on our personal experiences, are listing out some fun activities that can thrill you up and satisfy your adventurous soul.
1. Scuba Diving in Goa
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Start by tempting your soul and searching for yourself amidst blue-black waves at Grand Goa Island. Yes, Goa offers you the best scuba diving adventures with your safety at preference. The underwater world has it all. It houses fishes of a fluctuated shading bed, turtles, reef sharks, and amphibian plants which make the world underneath the ocean a dream to arrive. For someone like myself who has got a knack for deadly and water splashing adventures, this very activity is an ultimate PARADISE.
The other eye widening aspect is because of the nearness of various wrecks off its coastline including Portuguese Galleons and World War II war vessels. Before you are forced to dive down the sea and explore the world below the waves, you are garmented with all the safety equipment, diving suits, and underwater breathing appliances. Don’t freak out for they provide the best diving team to cheer you up and direct you below the water waves. So, why wait when you can find your time within fishes, seaweeds, and God knows what else. A little heads up, Scuba Diving is not available at Goa’s Baga Beach.
Charges
The initial charges start from around INR 2,000 and can range up to INR 7,000 approx depending upon your package.
Best Place for Scuba Diving
Although there are plenty of beach spots and packages provided by the companies to explore, our recommendation is the Grand Goa Island as it benefits you with shallow crystal clear water and lets you down the sea without much effort or struggles.
Best Place for Scuba Diving
- A professional team will guide you and train you in a pool at 7 AM daily.
- A boat will take you to Grand Goa Island for final diving. You can spot Dolphins along the way.
- They thrust you down below the water waves to witness the glories of the underwater world.
2. Parasailing In Goa
I have ever imagined floating in the sky like that in the Jurassic Park movies and my dream came true surprisingly in Goa. Picture yourself between the blues of the world, the blue sky above, and the blue ocean beneath you. Yes, the miracle is impossible. Try Parasailing at Goa where you will be escorted by a speedboat in the middle of the ocean. It is right then when the adventure begins. Tied to a rope, you are tossed above and into the vast stretches of sky. This nerve-wracking adventure sure will send shivers up your spine but in an exciting way. A professional team will guide you throughout the adventure. Watch Goa as big as your fist from the skies and bag in this experience worthy of a lifetime.
Charges
The tariff starts from INR 1500 approx and can depend upon the number of hours you choose for parasailing.
Where to go
Most of the prominent beaches in Goa offer Parasailing adventures including Baga Beach, Candolim Beach, Dona Paula Beach, Anjuna Beach, etc.
Process
You will find that a tow rope of about 200 feet long is attached to the parasail and the speedboat on the other end.
Condition
Parasailing is not for those who are afraid of heights and or are struck by Acrophobia. The permissible body weight for Parasailing is below 100 kg.
Things To Carry:
- T-shirt
- Shorts
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Towel
- Identity Card
- Water Bottle
3. Flyboarding
Ready to have your body flushed with adrenaline? Well, Goa has just the best activity for you. How about getting your feet attached to a board and then gushed over or below the sea with supersonic jet skis and experiencing yourself up in the air or within the water waves. It is one hell of an experience. If you are in Goa, then this is a must for you to try as flyboarding is one of the most soul-chilling and fun sports available in very rare parts of the world. I had my eyes squeezed and teeth clenched while in action but the experience was undoubtedly unbeatable.
Charges
Around INR 3,000 per Person Approx
Where to go
It is available at prominent Goan beaches but our recommendation is to head to Chapora river and Calangute.
How to reach
The river is 20.1 km from the city center of Goa. It is easily accessible by private or public transportation.
- Nearest Railway Station: Madgaon railway station is the nearest station and is located at a distance of around 53.8 km.
- Nearest Airport: Goa Airport is located at a distance of around 44.6 km. Flights from major cities are available.
Process
- Instructors will guide you about the process and right then you will be equipped with jet propulsion, a safety helmet, and a life jacket to ensure your utmost safety.
- The board is connected by a long hose which sends the rider upwards up to 30 ft.
- Feel the excitement as you continue flying above for a good 10 to 15 minutes. The hydropower is regulated by a trained instructor to maintain a safe experience.
Condition
- INR 500 is charged for the extra adult accompanying travelers who have booked the activity. The accompanying adult can pay the amount directly to the vendor at the activity site.
- A child who is below 16 years cannot perform Flyboarding in Goa.
- A child above 16 years will be charged the same as adults.
4. Jet Ski Ride In Goa
Love riding on a sports bike with supersonic speed? Well, you can do the same with a bunch of extra nerve-racking energy when the road is the vast SEA. Yes, enjoy the fun of riding a bike on sea waves this time and Goa is right there to fulfill this dream of yours. Along with a trained rider, this electrifying sport will be an experience of a lifetime for you.
Charges
The price stands for INR 500 Per Adult Approx for 2-3 minutes.
Where to go
All major beaches of Goa offer jet ski rides in the open sea but our recommendations are to head for Baga Beach as they provide the best tariffs and amazing rides. Candolim and Calangute are equally good too.
Process
Ride the jet ski just like you do with the motorbike. It’s no different. However, a trained professional accompanies you throughout the ride.
Condition
- The minimum age requirement is 12 years.
- Jet Ski is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart ailments, or serious medical conditions.
- Wearing Life Jackets is compulsory.
5. Water Zorbing
Experience a new level of adventure now at Goa. How do you feel about rolling on the brim of water waves? Sounds unimaginable..right? That is right where Water zorbing kicks in. You are asked to sit inside a transparent ball which is then released into the open sea. You can, for sure experience yourself on top of the water surface and yet not getting wet at all. Oh my! I am still getting those mesmerizing flashbacks and the goldfishes right below our feet. This new addition to the water sports activities is a marvel in itself. Try your luck at this super safe, non-risky adventure and live like a free bird…oops…sorry, a floating fish I must correct.
Charges
Around INR 2,000 per Person Approx.
Where To Go
The best place for Water Zorbing is Mayem lake as it provides a vast yet controllable structure. It is comparatively safer than the seawater zorbing activities due to interventions of Jet Skis, Speed Boatings, etc which signifies the risks of collision.
How To Reach
Located in the Bicholim Taluka of North Goa, the Mayem Lake is just a few kilometers east of Mapusa, and can easily be reached using public transport.
Condition
- Children below 10 years of age are not allowed.
- A single zorb can accommodate two individuals at most.
- Children above 10 years of age must have adult supervision.
Goa is a place specifically designed for relaxation, architecture, and a lot and lot of FUN! Goan localities and tourism companies offer the best of in, on, and above water sports to thrill your soul and let you thrive on the plane that you decide. All prominent fun activities from around the world are assembled and carried to the sands of Goa knocking on the feet of gigantic sea waves. Visiting Goa and trying out at least two or three of the mentioned activities will cheer you up in the most amazing and incredible way. As stated, they are our recommendations, you have our word on this for they sure are soul-chilling experiences right there to rocket up your fun to the next level. Stay connected with themusafir.in for more such eye-widening exposures and try living your life the actual way it is meant to be.
