As a tourism guide, state some of the eco tourism activitis for the state of goa?
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Location : On the western coast of Indian Peninsula, Goa is geographically located between the latitudes of 15deg.48' N to 14deg. 53' N and longitudes between 74deg. 20' E to 73deg.20'E.
Time to Visit : The best time to visit Goa is during peak monsoon season between Mid July to September or peak winters in the months between November to Mid February.
Weather : Goa experiences moderate climate with negligible variations throughout the year. May is hottest month of the year while January-February are the coldest. Monsoon shower this bewitching place from Mid July to September.
Known For : Sandy Beaches and scenic beauty.
Bird Watching in Goa
A keen interest and patience can make visitors have a view of some of the rarest species of birds found in Goa. Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is a paradise for bird lovers. You will find as many birds here as you can imagine. The enrapturing species of birds that inhibit here, make its visitors spell bound. Well, if you also wish to have an indepth view of the bird life here, get set with your hat, pair of binoculars good shoes and a camera to shoot!
Goa Beaches
Famous holiday destination of India, Goa is a land of fun florins. Cold breeze, dewy palm leaves and ravishing birds, this is what defines beaches in Goa. The life is diverse here. There is something for everybody here. While the sandy beaches of Goa can be good places to wine and dine around with friends or celebrating a carnival, there are a few beaches with virgin tracks. At beaches of Goa, there is a lot to explore for wildlife eccentrics.
EcoGreen Getaways From Goa
Spice Plantations
Savio-Verem plantations owned by Shetye families of South Goa are worth half day excursion destinations. Have a view of traditional organic method of farming observed by farmers of Goa. Have a tasteful variety of Goan food served out of earthen pots on banana leaves. You can have a stroll around the spice plantations with a guide to identify and smell some of the Indian Spices.
Baravalem waterfalls
About 2km from small town of Sanuelim, Aravalem Waterfalls stand to bewitch travellers with its eccentricity. Although the waterfalls here throughout the year while it is strongest during monsoon. The temple of Sri Rudreshwar located here is dedicated to Hindu Lkord Shiva and is visited by hordes. Specially during Shivaratri Festival, the temple remains crowded by Hinfu devout.
Dudhsagar Waterfalls
Dudhsagar is the second highest waterfall in India. Being located at the eastern edge of Goa, it comes as a privilege to be able to visit these magnificent waterfalls. These waterfalls are located inside dense jungles of Western Ghats. There is just one small train run by Konkan Railways which halts at these waterfalls. With roars and cheers all around, people are bewitched and enslave by its beauty. In case you are not able to find any train, Jeeps are second best option. Criss crossing many rivers and streams you will reach these waterfalls after an adventurous trip. It would be worth taking a ride to this place if you are at Goa.
Shopping in Goa
The Goan streets are studded with handicrafts that define Goan culture. There are inexhaustible variety of things to buy from local markets of Goa. From decorative belts, bags, purses, coasters and wall hangings, Goan markets have an endless list to offer. If you are a great shopholic then bargain is the keyword here. Most of the articles on display are highly priced. Try bargain upto 50% depending upon the quality of the product. Some of the best shopping areas in Goa include: Anjuna Wednesday Market, Mapusa Friday Market and Margo Market. If not anything else, pick up few selective handicraft items which would make your eco travel to Goa an accomplished tour.
Moving Around in Goa
Kadamba State Corporation runs various public buses within Goa to enable smooth commutation within different tourist destinations in Goa. Journey through these buses may not be fastest but are most affordable as well as comfortable. The fare ranges between Rs. 4 for the first time and Rs.0.35 per subsequent kilometer. There are some shuttle buses as well (Rs.0.55/km) which ply round the clock on all major road routes within Goa.