Goa's green abundance that most tourists miss

Rohan Fernandes

TROPICAL FAME

Goa is best known for its sunny beaches, swaying coconut trees, and clear blue skies, the perfect tropical escape during the winter and summer seasons.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Betul Beach | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

WHEN IT RAINS

But come monsoon, it’s the hinterlands of Goa that truly shine, bursting into lush green life with misty hills and postcard-perfect views.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

NATURE'S PLAYGROUND

Goa’s interiors, dotted with forests, waterfalls, and stretches of the Western Ghats, become more enchanting the deeper you explore — all soaked in the charm of susegad living.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Road to hinterlands | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

WILD AND WONDERFUL

Sanctuaries like Mhadei, Netravali, and Cotigao turn magical during the rains, offering stunning waterfalls and panoramic views that reconnect you with the wild.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Monsoon streams | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

HIDDEN GEM

Cotigao sanctuary also treats visitors to breathtaking views of cascading terrace farms and monsoon marvels like Kuskem, Bamanbudo, and Bhupar waterfalls — must-visits in this season.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Cotigao wildlife sanctuary | Bamanbudo waterfall | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

TERRACE TALES

Catch a rare glimpse of traditional Goan farming in action, with terrace farms showcasing age-old monsoon practices rarely seen in the mainstream.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Cotigao wildlife sanctuary | Terrace farming | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

TAKE THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED

Skip the beach crowds this season. Explore Goa’s lesser-visited hinterlands and witness the vibrant monsoon magic most tourists miss.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Hinterlands of Goa | Green meadows | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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