Goa in the Rainy Season: An Unexplored Paradise

Goa in the Rainy Season : A Green Escape

• Aldona is a quiet village in North Goa known for its rolling green fields, bridges and architectural wonders.
• Siolim is a timeless town where winding lanes lead to 16th-century Portuguese homes, made even more magical by the monsoon’s soft mist and swaying palms.

Activities in Goa During Monsoon

• Dudhsagar Falls, Harvalem Waterfalls and Netravali Waterfalls are once in a lifetime monsoon treks in Goa, which offer mist-clad views, a rare sight during summer.
• Spice plantations come into full bloom during the monsoon, where you can find fields of cardamom, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sahakari Spice Farm in Ponda is a renowned spice plantation farm that offers tours to visitors.
• Rainy backroad drives through the Western Ghats like the Chorla Ghat offer peaceful, misty views that make the journey feel like an adventure.

Hearty Eats for Rainy Retreats

• Dig into local monsoon fare like hot Goan fish curry or sweet steamed delicacy patoleo (rice cakes stuffed with jaggery and coconut, wrapped in turmeric leaves.)
• You can also try a comforting plate of ros omelette, a beloved street food where fluffy omelettes marry a flavorful coconut-based gravy, best enjoyed hot and fresh with poi bread.
• Sip on a glass of feni or a hot cup of chai while enjoying a panoramic view of the rain from inside V Escapes Sangolda’s five bedroom villa in North Goa.

Check out the Off Season Goa Events

• Celebrate the vibrant São João Festival in June, which is a lively Goan tradition where locals, especially in North Goa, jump into wells and water bodies to celebrate the feast of St. John the Baptist. Expect colorful costumes, music, dancing, and traditional food and drink. You can attend the festival on 24th June.
• Chikal Kalo, also known as the Mud Festival, is deeply rooted in tradition and folklore, where participants roll in the mud and play games. It takes place from June 28th to 30th.
• Bonderam Festival is held on the last Saturday of August at Divar Island. The island bursts into color and sound as vibrant parades wind through its streets, accompanied by traditional music, energetic dancing, and an enthusiastic crowd.

Monsoon Tourism in Goa : Where Privacy Meets Peace

• Art lovers and the creatively curious can also find calm in the Cube Gallery, which is Goa’s only avant-garde art space. This boundary-pushing gallery brings together an eclectic mix of art, animation, sculpture, ceramics, and design. Expect fresh exhibitions featuring big names and newcomers from across India and the world.
• Hop on a kayak or boat in rivers like Chapora or Nerul. The soft rain, cloudy skies, and green mangrove banks bring an aura of stillness for those who want a laid-back experience.

Cocooned in Comfort : Your Monsoon Escape