TREK DIFFICULTY
Easy-Moderate
TREK DURATION
3 days
AGE LIMIT
8 to 62 years
PICK UP POINT
Margao
The Real Taste of Goa
When one utters the word "Goa," the mind invariably conjures images of sun-kissed beaches or, for the more discerning, the forts that stand guard along the coastline.
Yet, in Goa, a network of stunningly beautiful treks shows us the real beauty of Goa.
They take you to parts of Goa that only some know about. In these parts, there are jungles, secluded villages, and ancient ruins.
At Indiahikes, we love these treks. One of them is the new Goa Netravali Forest Trek. It combines the best of the beaches and the jungles and shows us the Goa few know about.
Imagine us camping on a beach, the sound of waves near tents, and a sunset casting a romantic glow.
This trek is in official partnership with the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC).
The following day, our trail takes us to an extraordinary sight of the palm-lined shoreline and the azure ocean from the Cabo de Rama hilltop.
The trek, though, starts in the more interior part of the state, at the lush green Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary.
Walking through this green sanctuary is like entering a botanical wonderland where flora and fauna coexist. There is an infinite variety of birdsong and forest sounds. They stay with us all along the trek.
The forest trek is a visual delight. For example, on the way, we rest beside a cascading waterfall, the waters of which form a clear pool. Not too deep, but enough to allow us to dip our feet to our knees in a cool embrace.
Later, we pass through secluded villages where modernity hasn’t had much of an impact. This is the real Goa. We witness their culture and heritage closely.
In the evening, we get to our camp on the Cabo de Rama beach—a secluded small bay surrounded by palm fronds. We watch the sun go down and take a dip in the water without any tourist crowds.
The next day, before returning to Margao, once we finish our trek, we soak in the mediaeval fort of Cabo de Rama that Shivaji built in 1679. The cannons and the bastions are still in place. From the vantage point of the fort, the Arabian Sea's boundless blue waters stare at us.
The true essence of Goa is woven into this beautiful trek of beaches, forts, forests, villages, and history. It is a trek that will delight the trekker in you.
When one utters the word "Goa," the mind invariably conjures images of sun-kissed beaches or, for the more discerning, the forts that stand guard along the coastline.
Yet, in Goa, a network of stunningly beautiful treks shows us the real beauty of Goa.
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Goa Netravali Forest Trek - Complete Trek Information
We have always wanted trekkers to be well-informed before they go on any trek. Knowledge is the difference between a safe trek and a dangerous one. It’s also the difference between a wholesome experience and a surface level experience.
Use this section to learn about the Goa Netravali Forest Trek. It has in-depth information about each day of the trek, what to expect, and how you need to prepare for it. Many years of expertise have gone into putting down this content for you. Don’t miss the ‘Frequently Asked Questions' section.
Highlights of the Goa Netravali Forest Trek
5 Reasons Why Indiahikes
When we brought out new trails in Indian trekking, safety came with us. Back in 2012, we were the first to introduce microspikes, and two years later, pulse oximeters became standard thanks to us. Nobody does safe treks like Indiahikes. In the mountains, emergencies don't care who you're with – everyone knows that when trouble hits, you look for the yellow tents of Indiahikes.
We are pioneers in trekking. Since 2007, we have brought out treks that have become India's most famous treks: Roopkund, Rupin Pass, Buran Ghati, Kedarkantha, Kashmir Great Lakes, Tarsar Marsar, Brahmatal, Phulara Ridge—the list goes on. In 2023 alone, we brought out five new treks in Indian trekking. We know treks better than anyone. This comes directly from the reason why Indiahikes was born: to bring out trek information and enable trekkers to trek on their own.
More than 25,000 people trek with us every year. We are the largest trekking organisation in India. 24% of our trekkers come back to trek with us every year. Over 4,000 students from the top educational institutions trek with us every year. Aside from this, families with children choose to trek with Indiahikes knowing that our treks are the safest. We have taken over 8000 children trekking so far, and the number continues to grow.
We focus on designing transformative experiences. Our trek leaders conduct thought-provoking exercises that help you reflect and contemplate. This impact stays with you for a long time. Trekkers return feeling energised, more confident, or developing abilities to deal with difficulties. Many have changed careers, rethought their core values, become more humble, shown gratitude to others, or started a new fitness journey.
Since 2012, we have pioneered sustainable practices that have become standard in trekking. Using eco-bags, our trekkers have cleared over 120 tonnes of litter from the mountains. We do not carry packaged foods; instead, we serve freshly made food. We do not light campfires; we carry coal to light angethis to keep you warm. Our bio-toilets not only keep our toilets odour-free but also enrich the soil. When you trek with us, you leave mountains better.
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You’re guarded with our trek again philosophy
If you are unable to complete a trek, or if you love a trek, you can repeat it with us anytime. You don’t have to pay us for it. See our thoughts behind this here.
Daily 3-time health checks keep you safe at any altitude
Our thrice-a-day oxi-metre checks keep altitude sickness at bay, never allowing you to reach a point where you need evacuation.
Join any group, they are all women-friendly groups
With around 30% of our trekkers being women, all women, including those travelling solo are comfortable to join any of our groups.
Request Jain/Vegan-friendly food
Our kitchen teams understand your needs as a vegan (or a Jain). We will take special care of your food, even in the remote Himalayas.
Be comfortable and sustainable with bio toilets
We have specially designed bio toilets to ensure you have no sight or smell in toilets, at the same time making sure the toilets cause no harm to the fragile ecosystem we trek in.
Fresh, nutritious food at every camp
We’ll admit it. Our love for food surpasses our love for minimalism. Expect freshly cooked, multi-cuisine food at all camps, designed to meet your nutritional requirements and keep your taste buds happy!
Trekker Stories and Experiences with Indiahikes
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