Is it crazy to travel to Goa in monsoon?

Kee · May 10th, 2005, 20:25

Hi,

Myself and my boyfriend are planning on travelling to India in June-July and are totally confused on whether it is a crazy plan to head to Goa during the monsoon season. Is it a bad idea or doable? What would be the best things to do there if we did go at that time of year?

Kee

machadinha · May 10th, 2005, 21:34

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cyberhippie · May 10th, 2005, 21:58

The western Ghats will be green and water filled, the jungles will be in full bloom with Orchids and it will be very quiet as few tourists remain during monsoon time!
The hotels will be cheap due to the lack of tourist and the monsoon in Goa as elsewhere tends to be patchy, meaning you'll still get a few dry warm days in between the rain and storms.
So no it's not so crazy providing you are willing to put up with the occasional power cut and the fact that many of Goa's beaches are unusable during the monsoon season.
Actually Goa has more to offer than just beaches, Old Goa with it's Portugues churches, beautiful temples set in wonderful green hills,sea forts, wildlife parks, great local cuisine, a bit of shopping, and warm nights to sit on your balcony with a tall drink.
Go for it the lack of beach life may well encourage you to sample a taste of the "other Goa"!

SteveM · May 10th, 2005, 23:08

Hi Kee

Personally I would of coupled the Monsoon in Goa with a few weeks of sunshine...Best of both worlds.

rsteve · May 26th, 2005, 19:22

As I am informed the monsoons are the best enjoyed in Goa. Unfortunately I cannot go as I was there just recently. I would have loved to sit in the balcony facing the sea having a nice drink and having someone by my side all the time to watch the waves hitting the shores furiously.
Take time out to have a nice body massage at some ayurvedic centre there. Make this a health trip by rejuvenating your body and soul.

Steve

oldhippie · May 26th, 2005, 19:51

Goa is beautiful in the monsoons. Don't miss it

rockyS · May 28th, 2005, 01:37

Goa has a diff charm in the monsoons ,worth a visit , u will have a good time ,and it is very reasonable also.

GoanCanuck · May 28th, 2005, 04:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldhippie

Goa is beautiful in the monsoons. Don't miss it

It can be beautiful as well as ugly in the monsoon. It is not uncommon to go without electricity for 2-3 days after a storm. The problem here is that not only do you have no electricity but you have no water as well if you happen to live in a multi-storeyed building.

oldhippie · May 28th, 2005, 07:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoanCanuck

It can be beautiful as well as ugly in the monsoon. It is not uncommon to go without electricity for 2-3 days after a storm. The problem here is that not only do you have no electricity but you have no water as well if you happen to live in a multi-storeyed building.

I travel to Goa 2-3 times during the monsoons. Been doing it for 2 years now. I have only once experiened a 20 minute power outage and I actually like it. It reminded me of the Goa I knew as a kid with kerosene lamps and no power.
Its is not really a big deal these days anyway as most places have generators.

GoanCanuck · May 28th, 2005, 09:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldhippie

It reminded me of the Goa I knew as a kid with kerosene lamps and no power.

Were you born in Goa like me?

jennifericous · May 31st, 2005, 06:03

im wondering do the monsoon storms affect transport, say like trains and buses etc?

GoanCanuck · May 31st, 2005, 06:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by jennifericous

im wondering do the monsoon storms affect transport, say like trains and buses etc?

In Goa the trains are not usually affected by the monsoon. The buses also are not affected although they may run a little late. In other parts of India trains have to be cancelled when there is too much water blocking the tracks.

mihirp · Aug 3rd, 2005, 02:38

[Little late, but still my 2 cents for those planning to visit Goa in monsoons which is during June-September]

Goa in monsoon is a paradise for couples. It's also fun for others who want to enjoy the beauty of nature in its loneliness.

One can have romantic strolls on the beaches which IMO would be almost empty [crowd free]. But keep a watch for the rough waves as well.

Get a room with a sea view. Try to strike a bargain with the 5 star hotels which are ready to provide great discounts in the monsoon.

jennifericous · Aug 4th, 2005, 01:22

i went to goa in the monsoon, well early monsoon. it was the first week in june and it was paradise. we went to benaulim. and truthfully we had the whole beach to ourselves. there wasn't as many restuarants and shops open. but fuck it. there were no hawkers! the fresh sea food as delicious, and i would say it was one of the best times of our whole trip. we really had a ball. watch out for the waves though!

lotus blossom · Aug 4th, 2005, 01:40

according to photographer Steve McCurry monsoon season is the best time to be in india. he says the light is incredible. i personally don't like being caught outdoors in it and wading through the rain filled streets.

May 10th, 2005, 20:25	#1
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SteveM Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: UK Posts: 122	Hi Kee Personally I would of coupled the Monsoon in Goa with a few weeks of sunshine...Best of both worlds. __________________ Life is what happens to you while you are making other plans.

May 26th, 2005, 19:22	#5
rsteve Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LEEDS UK Posts: 6	As I am informed the monsoons are the best enjoyed in Goa. Unfortunately I cannot go as I was there just recently. I would have loved to sit in the balcony facing the sea having a nice drink and having someone by my side all the time to watch the waves hitting the shores furiously. Take time out to have a nice body massage at some ayurvedic centre there. Make this a health trip by rejuvenating your body and soul. Steve Last edited by rsteve : May 26th, 2005 at 19:24. Reason: addition

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oldhippie Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 412	Goa is beautiful in the monsoons. Don't miss it __________________ Too Many Gandus, Too Few Bullets.

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cyberhippie Account Closed by User's Request Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 6,012	The western Ghats will be green and water filled, the jungles will be in full bloom with Orchids and it will be very quiet as few tourists remain during monsoon time! The hotels will be cheap due to the lack of tourist and the monsoon in Goa as elsewhere tends to be patchy, meaning you'll still get a few dry warm days in between the rain and storms. So no it's not so crazy providing you are willing to put up with the occasional power cut and the fact that many of Goa's beaches are unusable during the monsoon season. Actually Goa has more to offer than just beaches, Old Goa with it's Portugues churches, beautiful temples set in wonderful green hills,sea forts, wildlife parks, great local cuisine, a bit of shopping, and warm nights to sit on your balcony with a tall drink. Go for it the lack of beach life may well encourage you to sample a taste of the "other Goa"!

May 28th, 2005, 01:37	#7
rockyS LIVE LIFE KINGSIZE Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CAL Posts: 264	Goa has a diff charm in the monsoons ,worth a visit , u will have a good time ,and it is very reasonable also.

May 31st, 2005, 06:03	#11
jennifericous Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IRELAND Posts: 190	im wondering do the monsoon storms affect transport, say like trains and buses etc?

Aug 3rd, 2005, 02:38	#13
mihirp Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 26	[Little late, but still my 2 cents for those planning to visit Goa in monsoons which is during June-September] Goa in monsoon is a paradise for couples. It's also fun for others who want to enjoy the beauty of nature in its loneliness. One can have romantic strolls on the beaches which IMO would be almost empty [crowd free]. But keep a watch for the rough waves as well. Get a room with a sea view. Try to strike a bargain with the 5 star hotels which are ready to provide great discounts in the monsoon. __________________ -- Mihir ~ One of the things I keep learning is that the secret of being happy is doing things for other people. ~

Aug 4th, 2005, 01:22	#14
jennifericous Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IRELAND Posts: 190	i went to goa in the monsoon, well early monsoon. it was the first week in june and it was paradise. we went to benaulim. and truthfully we had the whole beach to ourselves. there wasn't as many restuarants and shops open. but fuck it. there were no hawkers! the fresh sea food as delicious, and i would say it was one of the best times of our whole trip. we really had a ball. watch out for the waves though!

Aug 4th, 2005, 01:40	#15
lotus blossom re-member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: revolving around the sun standing still Posts: 1,890	according to photographer Steve McCurry monsoon season is the best time to be in india. he says the light is incredible. i personally don't like being caught outdoors in it and wading through the rain filled streets. __________________ Not all who wander are lost

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