Dudhsagar Waterfall tours finally resume – 5 reasons to include this on your Goa itinerary

The popular tours to Dudhsagar Falls are back in action, with jeep safaris once again shuttling tourists to this iconic destination. The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) and the Dudhsagar Tour Operators’ Association (DTOA) have reached a compromise, following intervention by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who helped mediate a settlement over online booking disputes that had stalled operations.

As per the latest reports, jeeps are once again making their way to Dudhsagar Falls. Around 110 vehicles registered offline with DTOA transported 770 tourists, while 240 more vehicles ferried another 1,440 tourists who had booked their spots online through GTDC’s official portal. IF reports are to go by, the GTDC’s online booking system would stay in place for a month. During this time, the service provider will continue to manage the website and register tourists online. Meanwhile, offline bookings at the DTOA counter will also continue, allowing tourists the choice to register in person. At the end of the month, DTOA will take over the online registration process.

5 reasons why Dudhsagar Waterfall tour should be on your Goa itinerary

Witness the majestic waterfall
Dudhsagar, which translates to “Sea of Milk,” earns its name from the waterfall’s foamy, cascading waters that rush down a height of over 300 metres. Set in the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Dudhsagar ranks among India’s tallest and most powerful waterfalls. The post-monsoon season, that is, October to March, is the best time to visit the waterfall.

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Experience the thrilling jeep safari through the jungle
One of the unique aspects of the Dudhsagar Waterfall tour is the exhilarating jeep safari that takes you deep into the Western Ghats. The jeep ride takes you through rugged, muddy trails, across small streams, and under canopies of towering trees. It’s a bumpy ride yet adventurous.

Cool off with a refreshing swim
Once you arrive at the base of Dudhsagar Falls, you can go for a refreshing dip in the natural pool. The cool waters surrounded by greenery and the thunderous sound of the waterfall might just be the experience you didn’t know you needed.

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Photographer’s dream destination
Dudhsagar Waterfall is one of the most photographed waterfalls in India. The landscape is full of photogenic features. From greenery to cascades of water, there is no dearth of subjects to photograph.

Check out Goa’s lesser-known wilderness
The Dudhsagar Waterfall tour gives you a chance to explore Goa’s raw and untouched wilderness. Often overshadowed by the beaches and nightlife, this part of Goa has a charm that adventurous souls and nature lovers can’t resist. The Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, which houses the waterfall, is home to diverse flora and fauna, offering a glimpse of the Western Ghats’ biodiversity.