Here’s How To Live The Offbeat Goan Life

While one may think Goa has been thoroughly explored by tourists over the years, it is far from the truth. From secret beaches and less frequented forts to bird watching and wildlife spotting, Goa has its share of best kept secrets.

If you think backwaters are reserved for Kerala, Goa is here to throw its share of surprise. On the banks of Mandoviriver, Cumbarjua canal takes you through a backwater cruise ride through the thick mangrove trees and marshes of this canal. Spot crocodiles sunbathing lazily on the banks.Just a 30-minute boat ride away from Vasco da Gama’s Baina beach lays the Pequeno Island, or Bat Island. Snorkeling is a good way to pass time on this island. In South Goa’s Sanguem district, head to the bubbling lake of Netravali. The presence of natural gases like Methane causes the bubbles to emerge to its surface. Head to Ponda in North Goa to tour the Savoi Spice Gardens. The organic paradise in Goa takes you through the verdant plantations which bear rare herbs, colourful fruit orchards, peculiar looking plants, and the Goan urak and feni.