The month of may has arrived and being a Goan , this is the month where I eagerly wait for a whiff of the first rain. Last Tuesday I hit the beach (Vagator) for a swim. The skies were gloomy and those dark clouds gave me a feeling that the tourist season will end real soon. This means, welcome off season which further means empty beaches, congestion free roads and monsoon activities.
What’s an off season ?
Off season is usually the time of the year where most business along the beach side in Goa, remain closed. Businesses like shacks, hotels and restaurants to name a few. The onset of monsoon triggers this closure. Usually it starts from mid May till October. Thought this time you will also encounter relatively less tourist population and great cheap deals on hotel accommodation
Can there really be an off season in Goa ?
Well now this is a question of debate. Monsoons 2014 saw considerably good amount of domestic tourists, with Goa Tourism claiming 18% rise in arrivals during the monsoons. Many of them, visit Goa during this time of the year. Reason being, schools are closed for the summer break, (easy for the whole family to travel) and travel is also cheap (you will be saving a lot here). Moreover you can experience the real Goa minus the crowd as you won’t see much of international tourists, as they prefer the sun and stay from the rains. (No point for oglers visiting Goa)
Dining at a restaurant will almost be the same and there is a surety that you will find great hotel deals during the peak monsoon time. You can give up the idea of having a chilled beer at a shack because most of them will be closed for the monsoons only to be rebuilt mid October.
What to expect during the off season ?
A whole lot of things like Adventures, Trekking, Tours and more . Here’s a round-up of the most popular monsoon activities that will open in Goa during the off season.
Trek to Tambdi Surla Waterfall
Ask any Goan for a recommendation on off-beat activities in do during the monsoons in Goa. Most of them will suggest you to go to Tambdi Surla. The recommendation is mainly because, Tambdi Surla transforms into a green haven during the monsoons and is totally secluded from the city.
Kayaking in Chapora River
Experience what it’s like to be in the middle of the tranquil Chapora river. Words can express this so take a look at the short movie we created of our River Kayaking Adventures.
Heritage Tours
Heritage tours are gaining momentum in Goa as more and more people want to experience the culture and heritage of Goa. You can experience Goa in a nutshell which covers historic locations, churches and temples.
Adventure Boat Cruise
This cruise is open thought the monsoons and you can enjoy a plethora of activities on board like, Kayaking, Stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling, fishing and more. It’s a 4 hour cruise with on-board food, beverages and music, prefect for families and couples.
For other monsoon activities you can visit our page here.
To conclude, Goa never goes on a holiday. The aura that Goa exhibits during the rains is just blissful. There’s greenery everywhere from fields to meadows. Come rain or shine, the pearl of the orient remains open 365 days a year. We love to hear from you in the comments below !
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