Day 1 @ Goa

Day 1: 10 April 2009
Friday had came after a long and enthusiastic wait. Morning at 5.30AM (an hour's delay as per the planned start time), I took off towards Goa. It was warm and sunny day, with just the right amount of breeze early morning, and bike in right hands; Everything was just about perfect for a long ride…

Sunrise On the way to Satara!!

I rode non-stop till Satara, a distance of 130KMs. After 3 hours & travelling 260KMS, I was in Kolapur. Having covered more han 50% of the distance in first 3 hours. Now I had all the time in the world to reach Mapusa.
A lazy breakfast at Hotel near Nipani & then back on the saddles. From there onwards I made progress slowly as compared to initial leg. Another two hours after Crossing ghats, I was near Amboli by 10.30 AM.

As I had plenty of time. I decided to spend some time in Amboli, which was not in the initial plan. I crossed a beautiful Ghat; that was the most wonderful drive till now. It was so amazing that the words just can’t describe it; this route from Belgum to Goa is worth only for this part of the drive. I did a mistake of not noting down the distance-wise location; but with that delightful piece of road with surrounding natural beauty...
AT 12.00 PM; I had just entered Savanthvadi & still some 50 odd KMS to cover, I got to know Giri and every body happened to be in Panaji, After 8 hours 15minutes & travelling 490 KMS, I was in Mapusa, Went Into A hotel and heard people talking in Kannada. So it was Giri, Sanju, Shidu, and Kiran. I was thrilled to see my timeless Buddies!!!!

Fort Aguda!!

After a Nice Goan lunch, We took off towards Aguda Fort. We parked our bikes, and went in. Since I, Girish, and Shidu had been to this place before we had no problems in reaching the fort. A freshwater spring within the fort provides water supply to the ships that used to stop-by. This is how the fort got its name: Aguada = Water. This old Portuguese fort stands on the beach south of Candolim, at the shore of the Mandovi river.On the fort stands a 4-storey Portuguese lighthouse, erected in 1864 and the oldest of its kind in Asia. Now a part of the Fort is converted to central Jail. Fort is old, well preserved Portuguese fort standing in Goa, on side its Sinquerim beach, overlooking the vast expanses of Arabian Sea. The fort was constructed in 1612 to guard against the Dutch and the Marathas.

Living On the Edge!!!

We went a bit further to our favorite Spot here at Auguda, well its know as Sinquerim Beach; which we had discovered accidentally during our last visits. well this place is very pleasant & very less crowded compared to Candolium beach other side of the fort!!! we could see and hear the violent waves making roaring sound when they hit the rocks. It was amazing to watch.

View from fort Aguda!!

As we were lazing around the Fort Complex, It was really getting warm and everyone was thirsty it was time for a Cool Cool Drinks yes Goan Fenny. We felt better, and along with that, I took some snaps. Now it was time to get back all the way till the entrance. We went back to parking place, exchanged bikes and we were on the move. Everyone was tired and sweating and wanted to take a refreshing bath on a perfect Beach. So we moved towards Calangute beach!!

Sun Beds waiting for U at Calangute Beach!!

This beach was originally known by the name "kolli gutti", which means "land of fishermen". Due to the Portugal rule, the name got distorted and came to what it is presently known as Calangute Beach.

Calangute Beach!!!

Through the Small part of the beach is always crowed, we headed other side; towards Candolim Beach;The place around the Calangute beach is abundant in coconut trees, which add serenity to the scenic surroundings.Yes!!! It was waiting for me!!!

So its was time for some sun batting and every one was eager to hit the roaring waves... And My undeline was pumping for some action; So when I am here; If I prefer something fun yet not as exciting; I go on a speed boat ride; that takes you for a spin or go for a dolphin ride where I've been blessed enough to see dolphins each time. Well the banana and ringo rides are the freakiest never know when you're going to get flung into the sea.

Canda0lium is perfect zone for me; if you seek adventure in your vacation. then Goa is the place; The range of water activities here is so wide, you name it and they have it. Parasailing, Jet-skiing, water skiing, knee and wake boarding, wind surfing, speed boat rides, and much more, Goa is a paradise for water sports lovers like me.

Parasailing can give me a high by the mere thought of it. I love parasailing; ever since I first looked up at the sky, I was yearned to glide and soar like an eagle in the sky. Parasailing and Paragliding are indeed, experiences that combine the wonder of smooth sailing in the air and the thrill of soaring high above the ground.; gives me the feel of being a bird in the sky!!! and worlds just can't describle such a feeling; only thing u can do is experience...

while u are here, You can take a speedboat and venture into the sea for a thrilling water skiing experience. When the motorboat speeds off in the water, you actually sail on air above the water and the thrill is in the effort of keeping your balance and gliding over the waves. It's one of kind experience that will never fade from ur Memory!!!

River Princess ship!!! was grounded @ Candolin in 2000!!.

and also Many boat here will take crocodile spotting trips, Island trips and fishing expeditions. There is no end to fun @ Candolim or Any other beaches in Goa. Its for you to gear up and hit the waves. as heat was getting on us; We took beach chairs @ a Shack and fixed an umbrella to save ourselves from the sun. We were enjoying it too much and couldn't move from there even long after the sunset; little aware of what was in store for us next.

After Experencing some exicting and thrilling moments while parasailing and fast paced Motor boat ride; I & shid were back to the Shacks and joined Giri and Sanjana; well Giri wast narrating good old stories and the best time; we friends have spent in past; we also join in... It was fun!!! It was one of those evening; we wanted to spend togrther for a long time...and Each one of us having really a best time of over lives!!! but Within no time its was almost 6.30 and sun was going down pretty fast;But we had all the time in world....We all knew; we can be here for hours each day. What keeps me going here is the sheer bliss of lying lazily on the beach sipping on a bear, going to the sea for a swim and savoring prawns and calamari. Wow just about perfect evening that anyone can dream off..

Golden Sunset @ Candolim Beach!!!

I was having fantastic time out there with My age old Buddies, and recollecting some of fantastic moments which we had spent over past; As healthy chat & party was going on; In mean time Dad called and they were near to Panaji.... So for all off us it was time to pack our bags; we had Pani puri and Chats along side the beach, & by 7.30 we took leave from beach... and soon reached the gates of Energetic Marriage Hall @ Povarin. Every one was there. I said WoW!!

What a day!!! Well for me fun had just Began!!!

* Goaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!! * Day 2 - Goa * Day 3 @ Goa