Things to do in Goa, India: The Best Islands

April 17, 2022 Darwin Bolte

The sandy coast of Goa is perfect for reclining by the sea. Nestle into a cushioned chair at a beach shack and savor a curry while you sip a Kingfisher beer, watching the sun slip lazily below the horizon. In Old Goa, the beautiful Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a fine example of baroque architecture. Visit during Christmastime to experience a fantastic religious and cultural mash-up of East and West.
Restaurants in Goa

1. Chorao Island

Near Mandovi River, Panjim India
Excellent
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Chorao Island

Reviewed By GowriNK - Bengaluru, India

We too an early morning boat tour with birdwatching guide Uday Mandrekar with another family of three. The river was quiet and beautiful at 6.30AM and Uday helped us spot so many varieties of birds that we wouldn't ever have otherwise. There were no mugger crocs though as we went out at high tide. The government-run tourist boats are way cheaper (approx Rs.900 for a 10-seater compared to Rs.500+ per head that Uday charges) but I found the experience worth it because - he took the boat down paths that the govt boat doesn't go - he acted as private bird guide and helped us spot and photograph many varieties of birds - he was very knowledgeable about the plant life, the history of the island, the tides, and life in the village and had great stories to share - a private tour is always quieter than a crowded group tour Would not recommend this to anyone who isn't keen on birds and quiet nature-watching.

2. Divar Island

Near Mandovi River, Panjim India
Excellent
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Divar Island

Reviewed By trip2somewhere - New Delhi, India

If you are in Goa you will definitely go to Basilica of Bom Jesus, just 20 minutes from this place you can reach Divar Island... A place to experience peace and relax. And also you will get the pleasure of traveling by ferry.

3. Conco Island

Near Agonda Beach, Canacona India
Excellent
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

Conco Island

4. Sao Jacinto Island

Panaji Vasco Highway 5 Km from Bogmalo Beach, Panjim India
Excellent
15%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
39%
Poor
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4%
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3.5 based on 33 reviews

Sao Jacinto Island

5. Anjadip Island

Near Arabian Sea, Canacona India
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

6. San Antonio Island

Off the Chicalim Coast, Chicalim, Vasco da Gama India
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

7. Ilha De Sao Jorge

Mormugao, 403806 India

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