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Goa monsoon packages: Overview

Adjoining the Arabian Sea, in the western coastal region lies the distinctive State of Goa in between the 14° 53' 54″ N and 15° 40' 00″ N latitudes and 73° 40' 33″ E and 74° 20' 13″ E longitudes. Goa occupies prominent place in the world’s tourist map since 1960s when it became synonym with the individual freedom related to hippie culture. In present times, it can be viewed at the refreshing cocktail of exotic ingredients with the flavor of rich tradition, culture, heritage, music and festivities. Goa is a special place to visit in Monsoons as Goa Hotels offers special discounts and packages & More Over Goa is Extremly Beautiful in Rain/Monsoon Seasons.

Frequently visited by the seasoned travelers in Monsoon Season from All India, Westerners, Europeans, Americans etc. Goa serves as quick luxurious escape from the stresses of life businesses. Goa is linked with all the major cities of India via Railways, Airways and Roadways. It’s recommended to travel to Goa during Monsoons by the Konkan Railways. En route to Goa in train; witness the nature’s splendor of the hidden world in numerous tunnels, pure natural streams, picturesque landscapes and heavenly waterfalls.

Though prominent tourist gateway from decades, Goa has now emerged as an opulent luxury tourist destination of India. Swarmed by about 11 luxurious resorts and hotels, Goa offers a ritzy solace to corporate world, honeymoon couples and family get-togethers.

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Goa Monsoon Packages Rates

Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort - A Beach Property!!!!!!!!!!!!

Category : 3 Star

Rate : Rs. 13,700 (Weekend charges Rs.1000 extra per night)

Validity: Tariffs from 01st June 2015 till 30th Sept 2015

Package Inclusion:

• Welcome drink on arrival.
• A/C Accommodation.
• A/c Shared pick up & Drop from the Airport / Thivim - Karmali - Vasco Railway Station / Mapusa- Panaji Bus Stand. (08:00 am to 07:00 pm)
• Madgaon Station pick up / Drop additional Rs 500 one way
• Meals: Buffet Breakfast & Buffet Dinner.
• One day sightseeing tour to South Goa by A/C coach.
• Sunset boat cruise on Mandovi River as per weather conditions.(Child above 3 ft on charge 200 INR)
• Bottle of port wine per Package
• Inclusive of all taxes.
• Check in 14.00 hrs and Check out 11.00 hrs.
• Complimentary use of swimming pool as per the pool timings.
• For delay in train/flight/bus timings @ 200/- extra applicable Per Hour.

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Neelams The Grand & The Glitz Hotels , Goa

Category : 4 Star

Rate : Rs. 18,700

Validity: Tariffs from 01st June 2015 till 30th Sept 2015

Note:

• Children below 5 years complimentary on plan.
• Child 6-12 yrs 25%
• Extra Adult 40%

Package Inclusions:

• Airport / Railway station transfers by AC vehicle.
• Non Alcoholic Welcome drink on arrival.
• Superior Deluxe A/C Rooms on Twin sharing Accommodation with LCD TV,
• Electronic safe & Tea /Coffee maker.
• Two bottles of mineral water per day.
• Buffet or Fixed Menu - Breakfast & Lunch or Dinner
• Site Seeing Trip – Half Day by AC Vehicle
• Visit of oldest famous Mangeshi Temple.
• World Heritage Monuments - museum of Goa.
• Exciting boat cruise on river mandovi
• Wi fi access at hotel.
• Complimentary use of swimming pool

Goa Monsoon Package ( June till September) - Appropriate Time

The monsoon rains arrive by early June and provide a much needed respite from the heat. Most of Goa's annual rainfall is received through the monsoons which last till late September. it is recommended for the repeat visitors to experience the beauteous Goa in the monsoons.

Monsoon Tour Goa - Route Plan

Though this package offers Flight Tickets, but we suggest that you travel to Goa in Monsoon By Train ( Konkan Railway) , You will be amazed to see green vistas, Numerous waterfalls enroute your train Journey. We recommend you to travel 2nd AC or First Class so that you can admire the Beauty of Goa in rainy Season. International travelers can reach Goa via any prominent Indian city like New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Kolkata. However from Mumbai it’s a short flight of 45minutes.While travelling by the Konkan Railways from Mumbai reserve your ticket well in advance and witness the nature’s marvel en-route to Goa.

Events in Goa during Monsoon

Best Reasons to visit Goa during the monsoon is the vibrant festivals that take place in Monsoon. The most popular festival, Sao-Joao (Fertility feast of Saint John the Baptist), is celebrated in late June and involves athletics of men jumping into overflowing village wells to retrieve bottles of local feni alcohol.

The feast of Saints Peter and Paul, in June, sees people sailing up river on rafts performing plays and songs. In Month of August, the Bonderam flag festival is held on Divar Island, off the coast from Panaji. Ganesh Chaturthi is also observed in Goa in Monsoon.

Goa Seafood restaurants to try in Monsoon

This is the time of year that most Indian families take their summer holiday to Goa; prices are cheaper and most of the party crowd has left. There are less backpackers and more Indian couples on their honeymoons in monsoon Goa.  It’s all a bit more family friendly and laid-back, but the negative is there aren’t many places to eat and party. Here are the best sea foods restaurant of Goa:

• Ritz Classic, Panaji Goa
• Fisherman's Wharf, Salcette Goa
• Souza Lobo, Calangute Goa
• Adelaide, Candolim Goa
• Star Light, Baga Beach Goa

Goa Monsoon Famous Restaurants

Lloyd’s in Calangute (after the chapel, on the Candolim Main Road) is the joint, you love to dine in stormy monsoon evenings. It has great atmosphere & menu includes delicious Goa food and open through the night. Another Famous Monsoon Joint is Britto's on Baga Beach famous for seafood.

Goa Monsoon Nightlife

During Monsoons, Mambo's and Tito's at Baga Beach both rock all year round. The bar at The Park Hotel in Calangute is alao jam packed. Live musicians are running at back Cavala, near Baga Beach offering live retro and rock on Friday nights and retro, jive, and salsa on Saturday nights.

Goa Doodhsaagar Waterfall visit in Monsoon

One of the most scenic waterfalls in India, Dudhsagar literally means ‘Sea of Milk’. Though perennial, the beauty of the waterfall increases multi-fold during the rainy season.

Dudhsagar Waterfall is situated inside the Bhagwan Mahavir wildlife sanctuary in Sanguem district of Goa close to the border with Karnataka. It is about 60 km from state capital Panaji. Water plummets from a height of over 1,000 ft to form one of the most amazing natural phenomena in Goa.

The waterfall is called Vajra Sakala Falls by the locals but most people know it as Tambdi Surla falls based on the popular trekking tale to the waterfall which starts from Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple. The waterfall is four-tiered waterfall and is about 1015 ft high and 100 ft wide.

Trekking to the waterfall is the most popular activity and passes through steep mountain terrain. Jeep safari is also popular with tourists. There are four routes to reach the waterfall. The most adventurous trek starts from Kuveshi village. It is not allowed during monsoon as it requires cross the Mandovi River. The 10 km long route passes through thick jungle.

During monsoon, the trek from Castle Rock railway station to the waterfall is very popular. It is about 14 km long and offers amazing views of the valley. The third trail starting from Collem railway station or Kulhem railway station; is about 11 km long. Though scenic it is not as popular as the trail from Castle Rock.

The easiest way to reach the waterfall is to take a 4×4 vehicle to the Dudhsagar taxi stand and hike the one km distance from the dropping point. The route is preferred by those who travel in big groups which also included women and children.

Goa Must see places in Monsoon

Fort Auguda : Fort Aguda at Candolium is located approximately 60km from The Leela  Goa. Built in early part of seventeenth centaury it’s the well preserved marvel of Portuguese history. It served as water reservoir and stop over for the trading ships. Open all days of the week between 9.30am to 6pm it offers spectacular view of Arabian Sea and the coast line of Goa.It is advisable to wear a comfortable footwear and take umbrellas during monsoons.

Ancestral Goa : Ancestral Goa is at distance of 27km from The Leela Goa .It can be thought of as a Heritage Theme Park. Come closer to the old world of bygone era. A world devoid of mobile, tablet and television, where people were more connected to each other by their profession and relations.

Wildlife Sanctuaries/National Parks: Mollem National Park, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary along with Bondla, the smallest and most accessible sanctuary in Goa.

Old Goa: Get a flavor of what Goa used to be in this small town. A little touristy compared to other Goan cities like Ponda, Marmagaon etc but worth visiting as it houses the Basilica of Bom Jesus where the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier are enshrined.

 Mayem Lake: An ideal picnic spot surrounded by green hills.

Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary: Situated on the western tip to the island of Chorao along River Mandovi, near Panaji,mangrove swamps cover this bird-watchers'paradise.

Viceroy's Arch: One of the gates of Adil Shah’s fort.It was renovated by the Portuguese and was the Gateway to Goa for Portuguese governors.Every incoming viceroy used to disembark at this place.

Casinos of Goa in Monsoon

Best Time to earn Money in Goa is in Monsoons, where you are forced to gamble due to stormy weather outside, Apart from its beaches Goa is prominent as the Casino hub of India. Some five star properties like Ramada and The Leela  have their in-house casinos offering complimentary entry to its resident guests. Goa has many onshore and offshore casinos. Frequently visited by beginners and seasoned gamblers alike it’s the prominent part of Goan nightlife. For the beginners, who want to have a feel of the casino without putting any serious bet can try their luck on slot machines. On roulette machine, it’s initially advisable to put your small bet on color (red or black) or on even or odd numbers. Once confident, go for bet on the numbers.

Goa Trekking in Monsoon

The time has come to explore and be enthralled by Goa’s natural beauty during the monsoons. The countdown has begun for the exciting Monsoon Trekking Expedition to the hinterlands of Goa which are picturesque, breathtaking, panoramic and offers a experience that rejuvenates one from the regular humdrums of life.

The young and young at heart, come along and be a part of this exciting experience as Goa Tourism is organizing the day- long trekking expedition to Budruk Shelop.

Budruk Shelop are small seasonal cascades near Valpoi in Sattari taluka, Goa, which is bursting rich with Goa’s bio-diversity. One can get the pleasure of soaking oneself in Four different Cascades of Budruk Shelop, the last being Sulsule.

The trek will cover a distance of 4 kms through semi forests, slippery rocky terrain, running rivulets and lush greenery. The trek is the second for the season and is a part of the monsoon trekking series to be organized by the GTDC this year till 15th September.