A Clifftop Flight Over Arambol, Old Goa's Heritage & a River Sunset
A 4-day Goa adventure escape that pairs the state's famous beach culture with a clifftop paragliding flight above Arambol — one of North Goa's most distinctive coastal stretches — alongside a half-day heritage tour and a sunset cruise on the Mandovi River.
The tour opens with arrival and free time to explore the beaches near your hotel, settling into Goa's relaxed pace before the adventure activity begins.
The second day is built around the trip's centrepiece: paragliding at Arambol Beach, where you walk up to the clifftop launch point for a flight out over the sea, with options ranging from a short 10-minute flight to a longer hour-long glide. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Arambol's beach, well known for its laid-back, alternative atmosphere and the nearby Sweet Water Lake.
The final full day brings a half-day tour of Old Goa's UNESCO World Heritage churches — Fort Aguada, the Basilica of Bom Jesus, and the Church of St Cajetan — along with central Panjim, before an evening sunset cruise on the Mandovi River to close out the trip.
What makes this journey special
Your journey, unfolded
Arrive at Goa Airport or railway station, where you'll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for independent activities, or to explore the beautiful beaches of Goa near your hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to Arambol Beach for paragliding. Walk up to the clifftop launch point to take a flight out over the sea — choose from a short 10-minute flight up to a full hour in the air, depending on your preference. Enjoy the rest of the day at beautiful Arambol Beach, known across Goa for its relaxed, alternative atmosphere and nearby Sweet Water Lake. Return to your hotel in the evening.
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day tour of Goa. Visit Fort Aguada, the 16th-century Portuguese fort guarding the mouth of the Mandovi River; the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage church housing the relics of St Francis Xavier; the Church of St Cajetan; and central Panjim, the state capital. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed sunset cruise on the Mandovi River, complete with live music and dance performances on most boats.
After breakfast, time free until your departure. Later, transfer to Goa railway station or airport for your onward journey. Tour concludes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included ✓
- ✓ 3 nights accommodation on twin/triple-share basis
- ✓ Buffet meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Paragliding flight at Arambol Beach with certified pilot
- ✓ Mandovi River sunset cruise
- ✓ Sightseeing tours by chauffeur-driven AC vehicle as per itinerary
- ✓ 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- ✓ All applicable Indian GST
Not Included ✗
- ✗ Domestic/international airfare or train fare to Goa
- ✗ Travel insurance (strongly recommended given the activity level)
- ✗ Entrance fees / camera charges at monuments and attractions
- ✗ Extended or longer-distance paragliding flight upgrades (payable locally)
- ✗ Tipping — an entirely personal gesture
- ✗ Laundry, drinks, and items of a personal nature
Your questions, answered
Yes — flights are conducted in tandem with a certified, experienced pilot, so no prior paragliding experience is needed. The clifftop launch at Arambol is one of Goa's established paragliding sites, with flights typically running through the main tourist season when wind conditions are most favourable.
November to March is the ideal season — calm seas, pleasant temperatures, and the most reliable wind conditions for paragliding. The monsoon (June–September) generally suspends paragliding activity at Arambol due to high winds and rain.
This Goa itinerary was originally bundled together with a separate Manali-based paragliding tour under a single combined listing. We've separated the two into standalone itineraries for clarity, since most travellers book one or the other rather than both. If you would like to combine a Goa paragliding trip with our Paragliding in Manali itinerary into a single longer journey, we can arrange this — please get in touch via the enquiry form.
October to March is ideal — comfortable temperatures (15–28°C), clear skies, and the best conditions for sightseeing, fort treks, and wildlife safaris. April–June brings intense heat (up to 45°C); July–September is monsoon, with some relief from the heat but reduced safari access in the tiger reserves.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can adjust the duration, swap destinations, change hotel categories, or add extensions. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will redesign the itinerary for you at no obligation.
We include carefully selected 4-star and 5-star hotels throughout — heritage havelis, palace hotels, and well-appointed properties near the wildlife reserves, all personally vetted by our team. Upgrades to palace hotels or luxury tented camps are available on request.
Most nationalities can apply for an Indian e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Processing typically takes 3–5 business days and costs $25–$80 USD depending on your nationality. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
Cancellations 60+ days before departure receive a full refund minus a small admin fee. 30–59 days: 75% refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. Under 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance.
