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5-Day Goa Adventure: Beaches, Forts, and Waterfalls

Vinayak Rao

27 Sep 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Goa, India. Explore stunning beaches like Baga, Calangute, and Anjuna. Discover ancient forts like Chapora and Aguada. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Dudhsagar Falls and Harvalem Waterfalls. This itinerary is designed for solo travelers seeking an unforgettable adventure in Goa.

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Day 1

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$62

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$ 4

Chapora Fort

Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$9

25 - 30 min

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Baga Beach

Busy beach & recreation area with water sports, eateries, bars, nightspots & a festive atmosphere.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$26

16 - 23 min

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Calangute Beach

Big, popular beach with water sports, such as boating, water skiing & parasailing, plus food stalls.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

Day 2

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$62

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$ 10

Querim Beach

This large, secluded beach offers sweeping views, a variety of food vendors & lodging options.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$18

24 - 29 min

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Arambol Sweet Water Lake

Palm-edged freshwater lake fed by springs with a beach area & food shacks, also called Vagkolam.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$18

51 - 62 min

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Anjuna Beach

Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

76 - 92 min

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Shri Mahalasa Narayani Temple

Peaceful 450-year-old Hindu temple featuring a copper roof & a prominent samai oil lamp.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

Day 3

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$123

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$ 7

Deltin Jaqk

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$88

37 - 45 min

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Aguada Fort

1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$18

10 - 12 min

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Sinquerim Beach

Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

Day 4

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$88

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$ 10

Palolem Beach

Uncrowded stretch of white sand with calm waters, a restaurant and silent disco music parties.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$44

67 - 81 min

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Cabo de Rama Beach

Backed by bluffs & palm trees, this chill, scenic beach offers swimming, picnicking & sunset views.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

84 - 101 min

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Colva Beach

Sprawling, scenic beachfront lined with open-air eateries, bars & nightspots overlooking the sea.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

48 - 58 min

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Shree Shantadurga Mandir

Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

Day 5

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$149

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$ 7

Dudhsagar Falls

3-streamed waterfall, named for its milky waters, with swimming pools surrounded by forest.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$88

178 - 214 min

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Harvalem Waterfalls

This well-known scenic waterfall with a multi-level viewing area is large during monsoon season.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$18

42 - 51 min

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Chorla Ghat

Scenic destination offering wildlife, waterfalls, jungle treks & peaks with elevated views.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$44

Budget breakdown: $515 In total

Activities & Food:$482

Transport:$34