7 Fun reasons why you should visit Goa during the monsoons

Roxanne D'silva

1. GET WALKING

Walking, or trekking, is great during this time of the year, as the weather is pleasant, and you don't feel the burning heat of summer. Goa has many trails that you can explore; so pick up your backpack and unleash your inner Dora!

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2. GO SWIMMING

The monsoon season is all about jumping into waterbodies after the long hot summer months. However, do not try this if you cannot swim!

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3. WALK THROUGH LUSH GREENERY

Goa is at its greenest during the monsoons, when the trees and paddy fields are lush and green.

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4. RIDE THROUGH SCENIC LOCATIONS

Goa is simply magical when it rains. You can watch the downpour, feel the raindrops on your skin and enjoy the pleasant weather as you ride through the green environs.

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5. MUNCH ON MONSOON DELICACIES

During the monsoons, beach shacks are not open, and so the best things to try out are the season's favourites: Corn; chai and pakora (bhajji); or chai and vada. These foods truly set the monsoon vibe!

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6. VISIT WATERFALLS

Goa has a number of waterfalls that you should check out, some of which are Tambdi Surla Falls, Netravali Falls, Hivre Falls, Kuskem Falls and many more.

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7. ENJOY THE FESTIVALS

Festivals just never end in Goa, and the rains certainly don't seem to affect them, either. Goans love to celebrate the arrival of the rains with festivals such as Sao Joao.

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