The first thing that comes to your mind with the word “Adventures” in Goa is water sports. But, while sightseers appreciate Goa’s scenic beauty and beaches, they long for more entertaining options. Away from the hustle bustle of the fast-paced city life are some outdoor activities that can help you satiate your adrenaline rush without resorting to waterfront adventures that have become too mainstream nowadays.
Here’s a list of 5 exciting activities which you have to try with your buddies when in Goa
1) Go Karting at Nuvem & Arpora
For those looking to quench their need for speed, Go Karting is a must-do activity! It is suitable for all kinds of age group, right from 10-year-olds to 60 as they ensure absolute safety for the driver while making it enjoyable as well.
There are two venues in Goa that offer this adventure sport, one each in the North (Arpora) & South (Nuvem). The track in Nuvem is one of the best in India and hosts JK Tyre National Go Karting Championship every year. The other go-karting track at Arpora is a smaller one of 340 metres, situated near the Saturday Night Market which is a heavily crowded tourist spot.
Cost Per Person: Rs. 200-250 for 10 laps
Open Hours: 4 pm – 10 pm
Contact Number: Nuvem- 0832 273 4129
Arpora- 0832 291 4526
Go-Karting Track at Nuvem
Courtesy: The Goa Villa
Arpora Track
Courtesy: Road Trip Planner
2) Paintball Games at SPLAT
SPLAT– Oxford’s Paintball Arena at Anjuna is another option to indulge in this sport in North Goa.
These paintball abodes have become a sought-after destination for a fun and adventure day out by many students and corporates as a part of team building. So if you enjoy playing outdoor games and frolicking in the open, then head over to this arena and start challenging your friends over a paintball game.
Cost Per Person: Rs. 500 onwards depending on the equipment (No time restriction)
Open Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Contact Number: 0832 645 1873
Courtesy: Goa Streets
3) Room Escape Games at Panjim & Calangute
The Room Escaping games are perfect for someone who is not into sporty things much and is rather into mind games. With a unique concept of live escape from a locked room by solving puzzles, riddles and overcoming physical obstacles within 60 minutes, they are sure to give you a thrilling experience. The best part is that they have a variety of crime-based themes for you to choose from.
Currently, there are two places in Goa that offer this Sherlock Holmes-inspired gaming. The first one is the Mystery Rooms in Calangute which has 7 other branches around India. The other one is located within the Caculo Mall Premises in Panjim by the name of Escapology.
Cost Per Person: Rs. 500 – 1,000 (varies according to the team size and day of the week)
Open Hours: 11 am – 9 pm
Contact Number: Mystery Rooms – 073787 52444
Escapology – 070459 06503
Courtesy: MysteryRooms
4) ATV Bike Rides at Ponda
Take a zipping drive along the trickiest courses in Goa with the four-wheeled monsters, also known as ATV/Quad bikes. Goa’s First Commercial ATV Track was started in 2013 at Ponda by a group called ATV Adventures Goa. It has two tracks with varied difficulty levels and is spread over an area of 5 Acres. Hire your own ATV bikes and get your adrenaline pumped this vacation!
Cost Per Person: Rs. 700
Open Hours: 11 am – 9 pm
Contact Number: 098230 68599
Courtesy: GoBananas
5) Snow Park at Calangute
Bring to life all your snow fantasy now in Goa too by dancing and sliding it out at the newly opened Snow Park in Baga. Located amidst a number of nightclubs in the neighbourhood, this park is a novelty experience to especially the locals of Goa. The attractions include an ice slide, a maze of ice tracks, Sledging and a snow-filled play area with a number of games on offer.
Cost Per Person: Rs. 750
Open Hours: 11 am – 11 pm
Contact Number: 098230 68599
Courtesy: Snow Park Goa
Courtesy: TripAdvisor
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