PROJECT REPORT

ON
PROMOTING ADVENTURE
TOURISM IN GOA
Submitted to IGNOU

PROJECT REPORT By:

NAME : ALI AHMAD KHAN

PROGRAMME CODE: BTS

ENROLMENT NUMBER: 178378485

REGIONAL CENTRE CODE:

08(PANAJI)

COURSE CODE: PTS6

MOBILE NO: 9623471996

E-MAIL ID: khnali76@gmail.com

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 CERTIFICATE
I certify that the project entitled “PROMOTING ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA” (PTS-
06) which is submitted by Ms. Ali Ahmad Khan for the award degree of (BTS) to Indira Gandhi
National Open University(IGNOU) is his original work which has been carried out by him under
my guidance and supervision.

Learner: Supervisor/Project Guide

Ali Ahmad Khan Sd/-
Dr.Rodney D`Silva

Place: Ponda
Date: 03 /04/2021
Table of contents

CHAPTER- 1

1.1 INTRODUCTION
ETYMYLOGY
GEOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE
SUBDIVISIONS

1.2 SCOPE OF STUDY

TOURISMIN GOA

1.3 OBJECTIVE

1.4 METHODOLOGY

1.5 LIMITATIONS OF STUDY

CHAPTER - 2

LITERATURE REVIEW

CHAPTER - 3

ANALYSIS OF DATA

 ROLEOFVARIOUSAGENCIESINPROMOTIONANDDEVELOPMENT
OFADVENTURETOURISMINGOA

 ROLEOFTHESTATEGOVERNMENT
CHAPTER -4
FINDINGS FROM THE STUDY
 ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA
 TYPES OF ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA
 ROLEOFVARIOUSAGENCIESINPROMOTIONANDDEVELOPMENOFADVENTURE
TOURISMINGOA
 ROLEOFTHESTATEGOVERNMENT
 PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA

Chapter - 5

CONCLUSION

REFERENCE
 CHAPTER I

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Goa is the ultimate destination for travelers all around the world, fondly called the Party Capital
of India. It is located in the south western region of India, and with its natural scenic beauty;
abundant greenery; attractive beaches; temples and churches with distinctive style of
architecture; colorful and lively feasts, festivities and parties; and above all the hospitable people
with a rich culture, Goa is the most sought after holiday spot in India.. With a coastline of
approximately a hundred kilometres, the state has many beaches(8).

Panaji is the capital city of Goa, while Vasco da Gama is the largest city. The state in the western
part of the country is divided into two parts, namely North Goa and South Goa. North Goa is said
to be the more happening of the two what with all the popular clubs, party places and water
sports being housed here. It always steals the limelight as the South Goa beaches are always less
crowded(8).

ADVENTURE TOURISM:

There are many types of Adventure tourism going on in the State of Goa which attracts alot of
tourist to the State of Goa.
Previously there wasn't so much of Adventure tourism but now along with the scenic beauty of
Goa even the Adventure tourism is attracting alot of people of Goa as well as the locals are
enjoying it themselves.

People now don't have to go far away to other Countries to do all kinds of adventure tourism
when in India Goa itself is providing a variety of Adventure tourism which will be discussed
below.

Due to this Revenue of Goa has increased alot and Goa has become a prominent place for
tourism and other liesure activities

PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES:
Now Goa has started its promotional activities and advertising their tourism activities on whereas
social media sites and TV and media to telecast and promote its tourism.
Since promotion is very important part of tourism without which people don't get an idea about
what is going in and around the state and what is available for leisure activities for them.

PROBLEMS FACED BY THE STATE DUE TO TOURISM ACTIVITIES:

Initially difficulties were faced due to tourism activities but in the state due to locals opposing to
the development of more tourism as the natural scenic beauty of Goa and the nature is lost.
Sea animals and various other land animals are affected due to tourism activities.
Deforestation takes place to create a whole lot of place for adventure tourism.

Alot of sea turtles lost theri nesting sites which also led to them being among the endangered
species in Goa. Corals reefs were facing a lot problems to waters sports in Goa.

Campaigns started to reduce the tourism activities and few places were closed down or given
definite time around the year to give time to the nature to heal and grow back
Adventure tourism is defined as the movement of the people from one to another place outside
their comfort zone for exploration or travel to remote areas, exotic and possibly hostile
areas. Adventure tourism is a type of tourism in which tourist do some adventures activities like
as skydiving, hill climbing, scuba diving.
Adventure travel is a leisure activity that takes place in an unusual, exotic, remote
orwildernessdestination. It tends to be associated with high levels of activity by the participant,
most of it outdoors. Adventure travelers expect to experience various level of risk, excitement,
and tranquility and be personally tested. In particular, they are explorers of unspoiled, exotic
parts of the planet and also seek personal challenges.
This Project Report is done on promoting and marketing Adventure tourism in Goa. Before that
lets know in brief about Goa

About GOA
Goa is India's smallest State by area and the fourth smallest by population. Located in South West India in
the region known as the Konkan, it is bounded by the state of Maharashtra to the north, and by Karnataka
to the east and south, while the Arabian Sea forms its western coast. Goa is India's richest state with a
GDP per capita two and a half times that of the country as a whole. It was ranked the best placed state by
the Eleventh Finance Commission for its infrastructure and ranked on top for the best quality of life in
India by the National Commission on Population based on the 12 Indicators.
Panaji is the state's capital, while Vasco da Gama is the largest city. The historic city of Margao
still exhibits the cultural influence of the Portuguese, who first landed in the early 16th century
as merchants, and conquered it soon thereafter. The Portuguese overseas territory of Portuguese
India existed for about 450 years, until it was annexed by India in 1961 into a centrally
administered Union Territory of India. On 30 May 1987, the Union Territory was split, and Goa
was made India's twenty-fifth state, with Daman and Diu remaining UnionTerritories.

Etymology
The name Goa came to European languages from the Portuguese, but its precise origin is
unclear. In ancient literature, Goa was known by many names such as Gomanta, Gomanchala,
Gopakapattam, Gopakapuri, Govapuri, Govem, and Gomantak. The Indian epic Mahabharata
refers to the area now known as Goa, as Goparashtra or Govarashtra which means a nation of
cowherds.
A native of Goa is called a Goan in English,Goenkar in Konkani, Govekar (in Marathi,
Goês (male) or Goesa (female) in Portuguese. Goa has a population of 1.344 million
residents, making it India's fourth smallest (after Sikkim, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh).
The population has a growth rate of 14.9% perdecade.

Geography andClimate
Goa encompasses an area of 3,702 km² (1,430 sq mile). It lies between the latitudes 14°53′54″ N
and 15°40′00″ N and longitudes 73°40′33″ E and 74°20′13″ E. Most of Goa is a part of the
coastal country known as the Konkan, which an escarpment is raising up to the Western Ghats
range of mountains, which separates it from the Deccan Plateau.
Goa, being in the tropical zone and near the Arabian Sea, has a hot and humid climate for most
of the year. The month of May is the hottest, seeing day temperatures of over 35 °C (95 °F)
coupled with high humidity. The monsoon rains arrive by early June and provide a much needed
respite from the heat. Most of Goa's annual rainfall is received through the monsoons which last
till lateSeptember.
Goa has a short winter season between mid-December and February. These months are marked
by nights of around 21 °C (68 °F) and days of around 28 °C (84 °F) with moderate amounts
ofhumidity.
MAP OF GOA
Subdivisions
The state is divided into two districts: North Goa and South Goa. Panaji is the headquarters of
the North Goa district and Margao of the Southdistrict
The districts are further divided into twelve talukas – Talukas of North Goa are Bardez,
Bicholim, Pernem, Ponda, Dharbadora,Sattari and Tiswadi, the talukas of South Goa are
Canacona, Mormugao, Quepem, Salcete and Sanguem. Headquarters of the respective talukas
are Mapusa, Bicholim, Pernem, Ponda, Valpoi, Panjim, Chaudi, Vasco, Quepem, Margao
andSanguem.
There are 363 people for each square kilometer of the land. Goa is the State with highest
proportion of Urban Population with 49.76% of the population living in urban areas. The literacy
rate of Goa is over 82%. The sex ratio is 960 females to 1000 males. The birth rate is 15.70 per
1,000 people in 2007. Goa also is the State with lowest proportion of Scheduled Tribes at 0.04%
in India.Renowned for its beaches, places of worship and world heritage architecture, Goa is
visited by large numbers of international and domestic tourists each year. It also has rich flora
and fauna, owing to its location on the Western Ghats range, which is classified as a biodiversity
hotspot. Tourism is Goa's primary industry: it handles 12% of all foreign tourist arrivals in India.
Goa has two main tourist seasons: winter and summer. In thewinter time, tourists from abroad
(mainly Europe) come to Goa to enjoy the splendid climate. In the summer time (which, in Goa,
is the rainy season), tourists from across India come to spend the holidays.
1.2 SCOPE OF STUDY

Goa with its natural scenic beauty, verdant landscapes, enchanting coastline, dotted with golden
and silvery beaches, an incredible cultural monument and above all a very hospitable people, has
the right tourism profile for an ideal tourist destination.
Goa, the crown jewel in the treasure trove of India is a masterpiece nestled along the warm
boundless blue of the Arabian Sea. This tiny state in Western India charms and attract people
from across the world and is dubbed as “Paradise on Earth”. It is also popularly known as the
“Pearl of the Orient”. Goa is bestowed with natural beauty and lovely beaches. The wide serene
beaches are ideal for sunbaths and romantic strolls. Tourism in Goa is essentially recognized as
Beach Tourism destination in view of its long beautiful sun drenched and palm fringed beaches;
and is also called “ Queen of Beaches”. Goa has a coast line of 125 Kms and a shoreline of 105
Kms dotted with beautiful sun kissed beaches.

There are several aspects to be touched while studying about adventure tourism in goa.
The study is mainly about the ways to promote adventure tourism in goa. Whereas, definetly the
study will be covering several other aspects engaged with adventure tourism in goa.

Goa being a historic state, we will discuss past condition and present situation of adventure
tourism. The study will also cover goa Geography and climate so as to position its seletion of
adventure activities favourably.
Tourism in Goa has assumed the role of major economic activity having direct and indirect
correlations with all sectors. We would further discuss Tourism economic aspect.
Major part of the study will be about the growth of adventure tourism in goa.
Alternate tourism apart from adventure tourism will also be discussed. Consisting different type of
alternate tourism.

We will briefly discuss about status of adventure tourism in Goa. Also identify popular adventure
tourism activities in Goa with reference to each region.
1.3 OBJECTIVES

The main objective of the study is to assess the potential of the sate of Goa for development of
adventure tourism by collecting up-to-date and accurate information on the available resources and
the stakeholders at the local, regional and national level, identifying the main products, analyzing
the weaknesses, challenges and possible measures and solutions for overcoming them, and
providing examples of applied and/or applicable good practices.
On this basis, at a later stage of the project, the study will serve for the development of a roadmap
for promoting adventure tourism development in the region that will be the starting point for
implementation of the main objective of the project - to raise the capacity for sustainable
development of tourism in the state of Goa and a precondition for achieving the specific objectives
- to raise the management and marketing capacity level in
accordance with the current trends in the tourist market and maximize the travel revenues that
remain in the local economy to strengthen the supply chain. Below here are list of points we are
going to discuss:

1. To briefly discuss about status of adventure tourism in Goa.

2. To identify popular adventure tourism activities in Goa with reference to each region.

3. To identify factors restraining adventure tourismin India.

1.4 METHODOLOGY

The study was carried out on the basis of empirical observations in and
around Goa and tourism data was collected from various offices of
Government of Goa and also references. Advancement in tourism
activities in Goa region was analysed especially Adventure tourism which
is taking a raising with great speed in the state of Goa.
Various issues aroused out due to the tourism activities were found out
and data was collected and analyses.
Various agencies were asked about their scheme of tourism development
along with the government officials.
The state government has many authorised tourism planners who plan
tourism activities for tourists.
They were all interviewed and asked about their promotional activities to
increase their crowd.
All data was analysed and written in a serial manner

1.5 LIMITATIONS:
As a whole, the information on the subject has not been summarized
in one place, which
complicated its traceability and systematising. Extra attention was
also paid to the search for
additional sources and the checking of the relevance of the
information.
In other cases, e.g. in respect of recent studies devoted to local and
national demand, the
information is too scarce, therefore the analysis had to be based on
indirect and/or more
general indicators.
In respect of a certain type of information, mainly pertaining to the
financial dimensions of
tourism and future investment intentions, either only scarce
information was discovered or the
access to it was limited.
 CHAPTER-2

REVIEW OF LITERATURE:

Goa is the ultimate destination for travelers all around the world, fondly
called the Party Capital of India. It is located in the south western region
of India, and with its natural scenic beauty; abundant greenery; attractive
beaches; temples and churches with distinctive style of architecture;
colorful and lively feasts, festivities and parties; and above all the
hospitable people with a rich culture, Goa is the most sought after holiday
spot in India.. With a coastline of approximately a hundred kilometres, the
state has many beaches(8).

Panaji is the capital city of Goa, while Vasco da Gama is the largest city.
The state in the western part of the country is divided into two parts,
namely North Goa and South Goa. North Goa is said to be the more
happening of the two what with all the popular clubs, party places and
water sports being housed here. It always steals the limelight as the South
Goa beaches are always less crowded(8).

ADVENTURE TOURISM:

There are many types of Adventure tourism going on in the State of Goa
which attracts alot of tourist to the State of Goa.
Previously there wasn't so much of Adventure tourism but now along with
the scenic beauty of Goa even the Adventure tourism is attracting alot of
people of Goa as well as the locals are enjoying it themselves.

People now don't have to go far away to other Countries to do all kinds of
adventure tourism when in India Goa itself is providing a variety of
Adventure tourism which will be discussed below.
Due to this Revenue of Goa has increased alot and Goa has become a
prominent place for tourism and other liesure activities

PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES:

Now Goa has started its promotional activities and advertising their
tourism activities on whereas social media sites and TV and media to
telecast and promote its tourism.
Since promotion is very important part of tourism without which people
don't get an idea about what is going in and around the state and what is
available for leisure activities for them.

PROBLEMS FACED BY THE STATE DUE TO TOURISM

ACTIVITIES:

Initially difficulties were faced due to tourism activities but in the state
due to locals opposing to the development of more tourism as the natural
scenic beauty of Goa and the nature is lost.
Sea animals and various other land animals are affected due to tourism
activities.
Deforestation takes place to create a whole lot of place for adventure
tourism.

Alot of sea turtles lost theri nesting sites which also led to them being
among the endangered species in Goa. Corals reefs were facing a lot
problems to waters sports in Goa.

Campaigns started to reduce the tourism activities and few places were
closed down or given definite time around the year to give time to the
nature to heal and grow back
 CHAPTER-3
ANALYSIS OF DATA

PromotingAdventureTourisminGoa”isadescriptivestudyaimingtodiscussaboutcurrentstatusofadvent
uretourisminGoaandfactorsimpactingadventuretourismofthestate.Adescriptivestudyusuallyendeavo
urstodiscussaboutstateofaffairsofavariableorprovideknowledgeaboutatopicorsituationwithoutanyco
ntroloverit.Thediscussioniscarriedinthelightofsecondaryinformation.SecondaryInformationmeans,i
nformationwhicharealreadypublishedinnewspapers,magazines,journalsorthroughwebsitesandrelate
dwithanyotherstudy(C.R.Kothari,2011).Forthepurposeofthestudy,secondaryinformationarecollecte
dfromvariousreportsofinternationalagenciesandreportssubmittedtotheMinistryofTourism,Governm
entofIndiaandGovernmentofGoa.Datasourcesarementionedindetailsattheendofthestudyunderheadre
ferences.Studyarea:AsthetitleofthestudysuggestthatitisandiscussionaboutpromotingAdventuretouris
minGoa,hence,thegeographicalareacoverbythestudyincludesthewholestatebutinbrief,inotherwords,s
tudywillgiveonlyanoverviewofadventuretourismactivitiestakingplaceatdifferentregionsofthestatean
dwhataremethodstobeimplementedinpromotingGoaasaadventuretourismdestination.
TheaimoftheexploratoryresearchistoexaminehowthestateofGoacanbecomeanadventuredestination,b
ydiscoveringtheunderlyingmotivationofadventuretouristsfortravel.Thereaserchwasconductedbased
onthesurveyofarivaloftouristinGoafrompastsomeyears.
Graph4.4TouristArrivalsinGoa

TheGraphshowsthedomesticandforeigntouristvisitingGoaforthelasttenyearsi.e.from2001to2010.G
oaisvisitedbyanumberoftouristseachyearandthisnumberisgrowingeveryyear.In1985,6.82lakhdomes
tictouristand92thousandforeigntouristvisitedGoa.Thisfigureshotupin2001,duringwhichdomesticto
uristcomprisedof11.20lakhstouristandforeignersaccountedfor2.60lakhs.
Therehasbeenasteadyincreaseindomestictouristarrivalwiththeexceptionoftheyear2008wherethereisa
declinewhichcouldbeonaccountoftheterrorattackinMumbai.TheshareofforeigntouristvisitingGoahas
alsoconsiderableincreased.Thoughtheyear1991hasseenadrasticfallinthearrivalofforeigntouristwhich
maybeattributedtotheunstablesocio-
politicalsituationsinthecountry.Theyear2010saw22lakhsdomestictouristand4.4lakhforeigntouristvis
itingGoa.
 CHAPTER 4

FINDINGS FROM THE STUDY

ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA:

Goa is one of the most the most sought after tourist destination in India. It is nature lovers dream
destination. It is also internationally applauded for its beaches. This second smallest state of India
is visited by lakhs of foreign and domestic tourist each year and has become one of the most
favoured holiday destinations on the tourism map of the world. A tourist visiting Goa can take
pleasure in the large assortment of water falls, parks and popular wild life sanctuaries besides the
beaches. Goa is an area with great tourism potential, with adventure tourism at the leading edge
ofdevelopment.
Goa is a place whose topographical horoscope is dominated by pristine sands and roaring waves.
It is a luxuriant natural bliss bounded on one side by the foothills of the Sahyadris range and on
the other side by the Arabian Sea kissing its long western coastline and its placid rivers
crisscrossing midland. Goa is also gifted with lakes, waterfalls of matchless exquisiteness. Due to
this abundant availability of favourable natural conditions Goa offer excellent opportunities for
adventure tourism. There is vast and endless scope for adventure tourism in Goa.

Adventure tourism is one of the segments in Goa which has tremendous scope to grow. Though
is still at a nascent stage of development, it is perceived as a fastest growing segment and as
turned out to be an immense business opportunity for Goa. It is viewed by the respondents as
having great potential for development. However like other tourism business an adventure
tourism enterprise relies heavily on the special interest, experience and skill. Therefore, the
specialist understanding required for adventure activities is a critical area of experience for a
would be adventure tourist entrepreneur. Also adventure may not be possible without the basic
services amenities and experiences produced by the tourism industry. Also with improved and
enhanced infrastructure and connectivity at adventure spots Goa can become a major destination
for adventuretourism.
Adventure Tourism is getting highly popular among tourist. The trend has been showing an
increased movement year after years with the development of facilities and greater awareness and
adventure tourism options. Goa offers both international and domestic tourist wide choice of
adventure.
TYPES OF ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES IN GOA:
Adventure sports in Goa are among the most favoured activities of tourist visiting this magic
land. A water sport is the most popular among adventure sports in Goa. Adventure tourism
activities in Goa can be classified into threecategories:
1. Aerial or AirBased
2. LandBased
3. Waterbased

1 . Aerial / Air Based Adventure

Activities

Parasailing:
Parasailing involves a parachute attached to a motorboat. The parachute goes up in the air as the
motor boat starts moving and the person tied to the parachute just need to take a step or two
forward before sailing in the air. For Para-sailing one must be comfortable with heights, as this
sport gives the bird’s eye view of the landscape, the coasts and beaches and the water.

Para gliding:
Paragliding offers you the fun of flying with a parachute without actually jumping off an air
craft. Para gliding is the experience of zooming over tree tops, feeling the winds against your
skin, watching the world in all its glory over you. No special training is required for this
adventure sport. The paragliding pilot launches by running down a slope of hill into the
prevailing wind, until the canopy inflates over his head, lift him away from the surface of the
earth. It is safe, convenient and thrilling way to soar in the air and savor the feeling of being
alone. The safety of the para-glider depends entirely on the skill and experience of the
instructor who can increase the joys of flying a hundred fold. The wind speed, the speed of
the vehicle, and the direction of the wind all these contribute to the experience of flying. Para
gliding is a happy mix of sky diving, hand gliding and the best way to conquer your fear
ofheights.

Bungee jumping:
Bungee Jumping is both a spectacular attraction and an exciting experience for all who
participate. The average age of jumpers is between16 and 40,but the limit is 14 to 50 years.It
is an unusual sport of jumping off a very high structure with a long elastic rope tied to your
feet. The rope pulls you back just before you hit an inflated air bag. The thrill of just jumping
of the high cliff is a great experience. The jump entitles you a bungee jump certificate to show
to your friends. The Department of tourism has discontinued this activity and hence no
licenses are issued.

Microlite-Flying:
Microlite flying is a motorized machine with a forty feet wing span, and can accommodate
two to three persons including one operator. You need not to know gliding for microlite flying
because it is an operator’s job. Microlite flying is a variation of hang-gliding. It was initially
introduced by Nikki's Travel Services at Anjuna, Goa from November, 2004. Ability of being
able to assemble a microlite with commercially available parts is half the fun in itself. A
single - seater should ideally weigh less than 330 kg and a twin - seater, 450 kg. It can reach a
cruising height of around 11,000 feet although most fliers prefer to stick closer to the ground,
3,000 feet or so. But these can't be flown at night and in unfriendly weather conditions. These
cannot be used for aerobatics also. Microlite Flying Gears includes Headsets, Helmets, Flying
Suits, Gloves, Warm Clothing and Thick Pair of Socks duringwinter.

Land Based Adventure Activities

Hiking &Trekking:
Hiking and Trekking involves hard physical work, and it could be potentially dangerous. It can
be done individually or in organized groups. The style depends on where the trekker want to go,
how much time they have, their level of experience, how much adventure they seek and how
much they can spend. Though the goan inland does not have high mountains, small or medium
sized hills not exceeding a couple of thousand feet in height offer some chances to go for a short
trek.

Birdwatching:
A tourist can have a view of some of the rarest species of birds found in Goa. You will find as
many birds here as you can imagine. The enrapturing species of birds that inhibit here make its
visitor spell bound. Migratory birds seek the verdant landscape of Goa every year to frolic in the
natural splendor till the end of the season. During winter, between November and January,
migratory birds flock in thousands to feed on the banks of river Mandovi. The variety of colourful
resident and migratory birds, mangrove flora and fauna, makes Goa a delightful place for nature
lovers particularly in early mornings. Places like Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Carambolim lake,
Curtorim, Verna and Borim wetlands have been on a regular basis playing host to severalbirds.

Go Karting:
The outstanding thing about go Karting in Goa is that even though the tracks are built to
international specifications and the karts provided are among the fastest and definitely the safest
in the country. Go karting at the venues in Goa is the cheapest in the country and that adds value
for money for your experience.

Rock Climbing:
It is the art and technique of climbing rock or cliffs. It isn’t the easiest adventure sport and can
be quite extreme, although with modern techniques and equipment, safety levels have been
greatly enhanced. It has become a major sport or leisure activity for thousands of outdoor sports
enthusiasts. Though it is a generally risky sport which demands physical strength and
endurance, it poses a different kind of challenge, excitement and adrenaline rush. This is
probably one of the many reasons why a lot of people are so enthusiastic about this activity.
 Paragliding Bunjeejumping

Parasailing Jummaring

Rockclimbing Go karting
Rappelling:
Rappelling is a technique that allows you to do a controlled descent down a rope from a cliff.
Learn here about rappelling and all the climbing skills you need to learn to rappel safely. As
oppose to the Rock Climbing the Rappelling is a process of descending, Rappelling is also as
serious business as Rock Climbing and most of the Champs make mistakes during descending.
Here mentioning about the Figure of Eight, Mittens Etc. besides the items mentioned in Rock
climbing shall be justifiable in context of Rappelling orAbseiling.

Jummaring:
Is the art of descending a slope using a toothed metal clamp and a rope. It deals more with the
techniques of going up a fixed rope on rock, a steep cliff, an overhang or inside cascading
waterfalls. Jumarring is generally used to aid a climber attempting a difficult pitch. Jumaring is
not typically performed on free climbing routes where a climber uses his or her hands and feet
on the rock, climbing the features, edges, cracks and pockets that the route provides without
artificial aids. Typically, jumaring is reserved for aid climbing where the climbers are climbing
near featureless faces of rock, usually with very thin cracks that a person probably could not get
their fingers into to make the holds useful. In aid climbing, the climbers are very dependent on
gear placement to ascend theroute.

Golfing:
Golf is a very favorite pastime sport for most of the visitors in Goa. Apart from being the most
desired beach destination, it is also to the interest of Golfers who along with golfing can enjoy
the beautiful sandy beaches, mouthwatering sea food and lovely countryside. There are a few
wonderful golf courses in Goa. The hotel owners in Goa are aware of the attraction golf offers to
the tourist groups in Goa. The hotels in Goa who have gold courses are the Leela Palace, the Taj
Exotica, the Ramada and the Intercontinental. The golf course at the Taj had three holes which
are around 160 yards in length. There is a regulation 9 hole golf course in Goa called the Grand
Greens at Intercontinental. The Leela has a 12 hole golf course very well maintained and
landscaped. The golf course of the Ramada is a very thick course with tall palm trees and
liberally sprinkled sand bodies placed strategically. Lalit Golf and Spa Resort has international
standard golf club plays host to all kinds of golf game and golf tournament year round. Here the
seasoned golfers as well as the enthusiastic novice will thoroughly enjoy playing this challenging
yet friendly, fair and aesthetically pleasing golfcourse.
Tyrolean traverse:
It is a type of river crossing techniques. It is often referred to as underbelly crawling and can
be quite exhilarating. It involves crossing a river, ravine, or even a deep mountain gorge with
equipment. The risk involved in this activity is limited as most of the organization that hold
such events maintain a high quality of professionalism.

Water based Adventure Activities:-

The long coastal area offers a wonderful opportunity to indulge in all sorts of water sports
activities. There are a number of Governments and private organisations including hotel and
tour operators conducting regular water sports activities including training courses at a very
nominal rate for tourist. The best season for enjoying water sports in Goa is from October to
May when the skies are cloudless and blue and the waters are placid. Water sports have
witnessed a stupendous growth all along Goa. There is an array of water sports activities
options inGoa.

River cruises:
Boat cruises in Goa are considered to be one of the biggest attractions of the state. Visitors
especially Indian tourist, largely attend these cruises. The Goa Tourism Development
Corporation runs a variety of river cruises on the Mandovi River, daytime, sunset, and
moonlight. There are two types of day cruises from the Panaji jetty, down the Mandovi into the
Zauri bay and up the Mandovi to Aldona and a mineral water spring. Few private firms also
offer a variety of imaginative cruises or boat tours for sunset views as well as for crocodile or
dolphinspotting.

Water Scooters:
Water scooters can accommodate two people together on a ride. The action sport of water
scooters at Goa provides all the thrills associated with a motorbike ride and also make you feel
the softness of theseawater.

Jet Skiing:
One of the most adventurous Water Sports in Goa is Jet Skiing. The sport is one of the most
popular in Goa and many tourists try this sport to set their adrenalin rushing. Jet skiing requires
a jet powered water scooter that are accelerated by a powerful engine. The Jet Ski equipment in
Goa has a power of 100-135 horsepower. Up to three people can try this sport on one Jet Ski. It
is very easy to operate a Jet Ski, though you are usually accompanied by an instructor. Jet
skiing should surely thrill you in Goa. It is a crucial water sports in Goa for speed lovers. Jet
skiing is one of the most exhilarating water sports activities. Even then, the operators usually
send instructors along so that one should not get carried away with the fun. Usually the pre-
defined area for jet-skiing is within operator's sight.

Speed boats:
Speed boat is an adventure and craze among the tourist coming to Goa. With a capacity for three
to sit, this is a great group activity. These motor boats have a speed of 10 to 15 miles per hour
and few with a speed of 30 to 40 miles per hour. They are more powerful and much faster than
jet skis. These speed boats are used for water skiing in Goa. These high powered boats offer
sensational rides, and be taken for long rides or just a spin around thebay.
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Waterskiing Waterscooter

Windsurfing DinghySailing
Banana Boat Bump & Ringo Rides:
The banana-shaped rider has a seating capacity of six people, which is towed by a speedboat
rolling. It is considered to be a favourite water sports in Goa. A banana shaped inflatable boat is
required for this exciting sport with a seating capacity between 4 and 6 which is tied to a speed
boat. It is basically a fun boat tied to a larger speed boat. Riders sit astride a large tube which is
fastened by two smaller tubes which provide balance and footrests. It allows the riders to
experience the thrill of moving really fast. The banana boat ride is by far the most smashingly
fun water sport in Goa. Interesting part of the banana boat rides is that it tosses away the seated
adventurer as soon as the speed boat catches speed and venture upon to cross the sea. The
Adventure sports on Banana boat rides are a constant process of being flung into sea and of
carrying yourself back into the banana boat. It is also a test of stamina, as after a couple of bouts
of being flung, your muscles can get quite painful. It does give you the excitement of life which
you cannot afford to miss. These fun rides are available on all major beaches ofGoa.

Ringo rides or Bump rides are a variation, which involves getting flipped at the end of the
ride.

Sea Fishing (Angling): Sea Fishing involves going far out in a motor boat to expect some catch
including kingfish, tuna and jack fish. Operators take the groups to Bat and Butterfly
Islands, much closer to shore, for fishing. Sports fishing or recreational fishing is a
famous water sport throughout the world. Keeping in mind the popularity of sports enthusiasts, a
set of regulations came into existence. There are specific guidelines for the fishing season in
which a certain species can be caught, the permission for minimum catch per day and the choice
of fishing sites. It offers an opportunity for the fishing freaks to find out the unexplored
territories from vast expanse of the sea housing countless treasures. Fishing also spurs us to
challenge our daring and prove our worth. All of us love to transcend our limits. Agonda Beach
is the most popular place to enjoy sea fishing as it offers a large variety of Soormai, salmon and
mullet. Fishing Equipments includes a barbed metal hook at the end of nylon or Dacron line, a
wood, fiber glass or metal rod or pole. Heavier rods and reels of the bait-casting type are used in
salt-water fishing. Usual methods are however trolling and casting from thesurf.
Swimming
The most common water sport in Goa that is hardly spoken of is swimming. Swimming is one
relaxing exercise that relaxes your mind and body and is also extremely advantageous for your
muscles is among the most common water sports in Goa. As Goa lies on the warmest ocean in
 the world there is no end to the fun and frolic of an innocent swim. Requiring no equipment
more dramatic than your own swimming costume and the desire to roll in the waves spilling
from the Arabian Sea, swimming can be enjoyed by the young, the old, the infirm, the affluent
and the budgettraveleralike.AlmostallbeachesofGoaaresuitableforswimming.

Scuba Diving in Goa:

Scuba diving helps you to unearth the underwater treasure of Goa. The shipwrecks belonging to
the colonial period of the Portuguese have become a major shelter of the marine life that is found
in the underwater world of Goa. To check out the mysterious marine life of Goa, there are plenty
of diving options available in Goa. Most of the diving activities take place around the Grande
Island and the most common sites include Suzy's Wreck, Davy Jones Locker, Sail Rock, Turbo
Tunnel, Surge City, Uma Guma Reef and Bounty Bay in the Tours To Goa Water Sports. Scuba
diving is growing in popularity in Goa. Scuba diving at Goa gives you an opportunity to go deep
into the depths of the sea and see attractive coral heads, lobsters, bright colored fish, and other
marine life can be conveniently explored in these shallow waters. It is suggested that you should
never dive alone and should always take at least one partner with you as can always get help
when in need. The underwater visibility in Goa ranges for five to ten meters. You should be
totally fit physically and mentally to before going for diving. Scuba Diving Gears include Mask,
Fins & Snorkel Buoyancy Compensator Vest Wetsuit Underwater Light & Backup Light Diving
Knife and First-aid & Health Kit.

Snorkeling:
Snorkeling is one of the most popular and most sought after water sport among tourists visiting
Goa. Goa’s clean and pleasant waters and a good underwater visibility make it a perfect
destination for the snorkelers. There are lot of facilities for snorkeling in Goa with all the
required training and equipments provided by the tour organizers and operators. Bat Island and
Navy Island in Goa provides one ofthebest snorkeling facilities. Snorkeling, however, is a much
easier activity when compared to Scuba Diving. This adventure sport allows a tryst with
submarine world and enjoys its splendor without going much deeper into the sea; all you require
is a dip. Snorkeling a preferred family activity and children’s firstlove.
The major snorkeling sites in Goa are Grand Island, Davy jones, Suzy’s Wreck, Tunnel Shelter
Cove and Locker Sail Rock.

Water Skiing:
Water skiing is flying across water while you attached to the back of motor boat. It is meant for
water sports enthusiasts with a ‘need for speed’. Once the basics of water skiing are learnt, skills
develop rapidly and an accomplished skier can perform a series of acrobatics jumps, twists, turn
and somersaults, all at a high speed. Water skiing requires strength and skill. To water–ski, you
need strong leg and back muscles and a relaxed posture, being stiff doesn’t help at all. The
operators will train you until you become goodenough.

River Trekking:
River trekking is a combination of trekking and climbing and swimming along the river. It
involves particular techniques like knotting, rock climbing, climbing on wet surfaces,
understanding the geographical features of rivers and valleys, dealing with sudden bad weather
and finding out possible exits from the river. River trekking has a certain level of risks; there are
occasional accidents in river trekking, including fall from steep cliffs or water falls, drowning,
exhaustion or getting lost.

Windsurfing:
Windsurfing, a unique combination of surfing and sailing, requires the surfer to balance his
body against the changing currents of water and air. Windsurfing is known to be an invigorating
experience for the fun seekers who have learnt the art of balancing their bodies with the tides of
water and wind. The experts and trainers of windsurfing in Goa claim that Dona Paula beach in
Goa is one of the best venues for windsurfing in Goa. According to them, the conditions at this
beach are similar to that of a lake that provide best environment for a learner early in the
morning.Touristswhoaremoreexperiencedinwindsurfingcanlookforwardtovisiting this beach
during afternoons as the winds are strong and offer you an exhilarating experience of
windsurfing in Goa.

White Water Rafting:

White water rafting in Goa takes you to a trip of challenges, excitement and fun. The rumbling
roars, pristine waves, river banks and the white foams make river rafting one of the most
enjoyed activity in Goa. The white water rafting sport in Goa is famous particularly in the area
of Dandeli which is around 125 Kms from main Goa. Although it is at a distance from Goa still
one can find various modes of transport connecting you to that area. Dandeli is basically a spot
located on the banks of Kali River which is considered to be ideal for white waterrafting.
Canoeing:
Canoeing is one sport, which presents quiet a unique combination of exploration. It is an eco-
friendly water sports, it is one of the very amazing and unique water sports of Goa which is not
only meant for fun but also is a great way of exploring the state. While canoeing one can paddle
the boat comfortably in the placid lake waters or other calm water bodies and glance the
wonders of nature. Canoes are made to glide water and because of their conical ends they are
easy to operate on water. Canoes can accommodate at least two people with their gear and is
usually practiced on lakes and rivers, which have flat and still water, but keep in mind that it
should not get very heavy as then it becomes risky to travel init.
With Goa having a vast coastline it provides a good opportunity for canoeing on the beaches,
lakes, rivers etc. Canoeing in Goa is basically done for recreation and transportation which
gives a calm and thrilling experience of the waters and the surroundings with a natural beauty.
Canoeing activity is carried out throughout the year in Goa giving a refreshing experience.

Dolphin Cruise Trips:

Dolphin spotting trips are very famous in Goa. Some of the prominent beaches have operators
providing this activity. The actual trip consists of a brief glance of a timid than playful creature
and gets photographs. Dolphin watching trips are offered by many operators on many stretches
of Goan’s beaches.
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Jet ski SpeedBoats

WhiteWaterRafting Snorkelling
Crocodile trips
The Cumbarjua canal is the only place in Goa where crocodiles can actually be seen in the
wild. The canal is 15 kms long stretch of water located about 20 minutes drive away from
Panaji. It links the two biggest rivers in Goa-the Zuari and Mandovi.Some crocodiles are also
found in places like Chorao, Tivim,and Quepem. The population of crocodiles in the
Cumbarjua canal is currently estimated to be between 40-50.The crocodiles found in Goa are
actually fresh water crocodiles called ‘freshies’ and they have actually adapted themselves to
surviving in the saline waters of the canal. This extremely rare phenomenon does not occur
anywhere else on the Indian subcontinent.

Dingy Sailing
A Dinghy is about 15 feet in length; it holds three to four people. It is as fun as wind surfing,
yet you need not be agile or youthful to enjoy it. In fact the ride is enjoyable and yet so
smooth.

Knee and Wake Boarding

Very similar to water-skiing, knee-boarding has a slot for your knees. It requires less focus
on balance than water-skiing and is a very simpler technique. The skier has one broad board
instead of two narrow ones on which to maintain balance in wake-boarding. There should
always be an observer besides the boat operator. You should be at ease with water and well
versed in water skiing.
Wake boarding is a surface Wake Boarding in Goa. The rider in this sport rides a single
board and the rider is towed behind a boat. Wake Boarding is quite similar to water skiing
sport but the major difference between these two sports is that in wake boarding you require
less focus on the balance. If you want to sail through the high sea waters, then wake boarding
is definitely worth a try in the Adventure sports. It is also equivalent to snowboarding or
skateboarding with great cross over skills. In Wake boarding you will get a single board. In
wake boarding more air is involved and it is pursued at a slowerpace.In wake boarding a big
boat is preferred and Candolim beach and Mobor beach are the most favorite place which
offers excellent scope for wake boarding. It will probably cost you Rs. 1000 for a mere 15
minutes ride but the experience is worth a try.
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Kayaking

Catamaran / Hobie Cat Sailing

Catamaran Sailing is made up of a twin hull with trampoline in between the hulls and a mast
 for sailing. It has a normal seating capacity of accommodating four persons. A trained
professional is required to sail the catamaran for the enjoyment with safety. A high level of
skill and training is required. It is important that you understand the emergency signals and
procedures of this adventure before you hit the waters.To enjoy this water sport activity you
can enjoy on beaches like Calangute, Candolim, Dona Paula, Arossim, Utorda, Benaulim,
Colva, andMober.

Yacht Tours
Yachting is one of the most enjoyable water sports offered in Goa. Goa’s wind and weather
conditions are very favorable for yachting on the beaches of Goa. Many tour operators
conduct several kinds of yacht tours for tourists. Some of these private agencies even rent out
and sell yachts to interested buyers. Depending on your requirement they will even provide a
trained crew and necessary equipment and all other facilities required by the yachter. Goa is
the perfect destination for yachting because of its perfect climate, wind conditions and
awesome hospitality. Goa has a number of yacht tours organized by local yacht agencies.
Most of the yachts that are used for tours, can seat a maximum of eight people. Many of the
yacht tour operators offer, soft drinks, water and beer on the trips. You will have to pay extra
for food and snacks onboard.

Pedal Boat and Rowing Boat

A pedal boat will seat a maximum of four people because of its simple controls this easy to
use boat is the family favorite at Mayem Lake. A rowing boat will seat a maximum of four
people and is one of the easiest ways for families to go boating.

Kayaking
Kayaking provide the best opportunity for sports lovers to come close to nature. Kayaks look
like small fishing boat. Kayaking is fastly picking up as a favourite water sport in Goa. A
Kayak can accommodate more than two people and can be done of both flat and white water.
The golden sand beaches of Goa offer some excellent facilities forKayaking.

Waterparks
Despite being one of the most sought after tourist destinations and the fact that the state is
located along the coast, barring a recently developed facility, there is not single water-park in
Goa. While Goa boasts of numerous adventure sports operators all along the coast, most of
 them deal with the adventure segment of sports, they are not exactly fun zones which function
in a controlled aquatic environment.
Goa, as a prime, world renowned tourism destination also lacks in theme and amusement parks
in the conventional sense. Goa’s only blue-blooded water park is incidentally called the Blue
Whale Water Park (BWWP), which is located along the amazingly picturesque Baga river that
later empties into the sea at Baga beach. The BWWP promises a great family outing for all age
groups. It has six different types of water slides, four swimming pools of varying sizes. But the
fun does not end here. Blaster boats, gigantic inflatable slides, an exciting Finding Nemo
jumping castle etc. The next best thing to a water park in Goa is the West Zone Beach Resort,
located next to Colva, which is arguably one of the longest beaches in South Goa. The West
Zone beach resort promises a mini water park in their own large spread. The water park is
armed with numerous fun games and slides, but the most popular and thrilling moment would
have to be the mind-boggling ride at a height of 40 feet, which runs all the way up to 120 feet.
The park however is open primarily to the resort’sguests.

TypesofTourisminGoa

Eco-
Tourism:WithfocusonGoa’sWesternGhathillside,wildlife,waterfalls,lakes,riverinesystemcanbepr
omotedonprioritybases.Thisisaverypopulartourismproductandisawidelyexceptedformoftourism.Th
isessentiallymeans,tourismactivitiesrelatedtotheecologyandnaturalenvironment.Thismayincludewi
ldlifeobservation,trekking,birdwatching,studytouronbotanyandzoologyandsoon.
ExperthavestressedontheneedtoconservemarineEcosystems.LocalpeoplealongwithvariousGovern
mentDepartmentshouldbeinvolvedwhileformulatingtourismrelatedpolicies,fordevelopingrealEcoto
urism.PresentlyGoahasbeenboastingaboutitscrocodilecruisetrips,dolphincruiseandbirdwatchingcru
isetripswithoutimpartingthedetailsofthesespeciestothetourists.Goahavingalongcoastofaround7600
km,includingrockyandsandybeaches,mudbanks,coastaldunes,coralreefsandbeautifullagoonsandtw
omaingroupofislandandtwogulfscanbedevelopedforEcotourists.

HeritageTourism:Thisfromoftourismhasimmensepopularityamongthetourists.Goa,beingdottedwi
thOldPortuguesechurchesateveryplace,canofferexcellentopportunitiesforthegrowthofheritagetouris
mactivities.Assuch,areasonablepartofthetouristsurveyed,haveshowngreatinterestinheritagetourism.
Theactivitiesunderthiscategoryincludetourstochurches,templesandforts,artsandculturaleventslikeca
rnival,shigmofestivals,etc.,thiswouldlargelyattractbothdomesticaswellasforeigntourists.

MonsoonTourism:Monsoontourismisgettinghighlypopularamongdomestictourist.Sincethestateini
tiativetolaunchmonsoontourism,thestatehasseenunprecedentedrushbydomestictouristduringmonso
ons.Thetouristsimplyrefusestogetawayfromthebeachesevenintherains.Goanbeachesremainsfloode
dwiththetourist,evenduringthewetspellnow.

RuralTourism:Ruraltourismisarelativelynewconceptandcanbedevelopedbasedon‘TraditionalGo
anVillage’concepttoattracttourism.Handicraftvillage,fishingvillagescanbedevelopedinitiallyasthe
mevillages.ThisformoftourismmayparticularlyenthuseforeigntouristswholovetheGoancultureandt
akealotofinterestindaytodayactivities,culturalevents,andfoodhabits.

BusinessTourism:BusinessTourismisanotherviablefromoftourisminGoa.TheStateisfastemerging
asasoughtafterforpoliticalandbusinessconferences,meetings,seminars,workshopsandconventions,t
ermedasMICEtourism.EffortsshallbemadebytheGovernmenttoturnGoaintoaninternationalbusines
sconventioncentre.Eventually,newthemescouldbefloatedsuchasseacruise,majorconventioncentre,
etcalongthelinesofSingapore’sexperiencetoattracttheworldbusinesscommunity.

HandicraftDevelopment:Goahasarichtraditionofhandicrafts.Mostofthetouristsliketotakewiththe
msouvenirsofGoaintheformofexclusiveandtypicalhandicraftsoftheState.Developmentofhandicraft
sinGoawouldgoalongwaytostrengthentheeconomyoftheState.TheGovt.couldpromotethesettingup
oftraditionalbusinessthroughcottageindustriesfromconstituencieslikeclaywork,coirworkandbamb
ooworkwiththehelpoftheNationalCoirDevelopmentCorporationofIndiaonaCo-
operativebasis.Acraftmuseumasapartofmuseumsandculturalcomplexmaybesetupsothatthehandicr
aftarticlescouldbedisplayedforsale.Exhibitionsandfairsaretobehostedaswell

MedicalTourism:Goahassomeofthebesthealthcarefacilitiesinthecountry,offeringhighclassspecial
izedhealthcarenetworkwiththemostadvancedtechniquesinvariousfieldsofmedicines.Itsmajorhospit
alsprovidesomeofthebestmedicalexpertsandnursingcareinthecountry,combinedwithstateofartmedi
calandelectronictechniques.Superspecialtyhospitalsareontherise,
whichofferonestopdestinationforallyourhealthcarerequirements.Worldclassexpertiseincardiaccar
e,cosmeticsurgery,jointreplacementsanddentistryarealsoavailable.Mosthospitalsoffercomprehens
 ivepreventivehealthcheck-
ups.Thefavourablerateofcurrencyexchangemeansyoucanavailofexpertmedicaltreatmentorcheck-
upsatasurprisinglyreasonablecost.

LeisureTourism:BeachessuchasMorjimandthecoastalofCavelossim(south)areappropriateplacesforl
eisuretourism.Waterfalls,springs,hillresortscouldbeplacesofattractionforthiscategory.Recreationalfa
cilitiesshouldbeplannedinordertomeetthedemandandrequirementsoftourists.Itisveryimportantthatth
esefacilitiesshouldbeofawidevariety,revenuegenerating,sociallyacceptableandcouldentertainawides
ectionoftourists.Recreationalfacilitiesthatcouldbeofferedwouldincludewatersports,adventuresports,
culturalevents,casinos,amusementpark,waterparks,golfcourse,etc.

ROLE OF VARIOUS AGENCIES IN PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT

OF ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA

Since tourism is a multi sectoral activity and the industry is affected bymany other sectors, the
state has to ensure inter-Governmental linkages and co- ordinations. As a result, it becomes
common endeavour of all agencies at the Central and State level, public sector undertakings and
private sector to create institutional mechanism for ensuring effective coordination among
therelevant agencies at different levels, though the Government of Goa plays a pivotal role in
tourism management and promotion.

Role of the StateGovernment

The state will primarily act as a promoter and catalyst to create an environment for planning
sustained development of tourism. The development of tourism in Goa rests with the State
Government through its Department Of Tourism and GTDC. Goa is the only state apart from
Jammu & Kashmir where a special legislation has been enacted to regulate and control tourism
activities. The Goa registration of Tourism Trade Act, 1982 which has been brought into force
from1st April, 1985 makes it incumbent on hotels and travel trade to register their business with
the Department of Tourism before commencement and renew the same annually. The Act, inter-
alia contains provisions with regard to offences and penalties for false statements, malpractices,
obstructing lawful authorities and composition of offences. The legislation has helped in
controlling any possible malpractices in trade such as touting, coercion, cheating etc. The
Government of Goa, by notification, has also framed the Goa registration of Tourism Trade
rules, 1985, for registration of hotel keepers and travel agents, maintenance of books and
registers bythem.
Conscious of preservation and conservation of environment, ecology and architecture, the state
Government had decided that no construction or development shall be permitted on the sandy
stretches within the 200 meters of High tide Line in general. Further such development is subject
to the restrictions laid down by the Government of India under the environment protection Act
and Regulations.

Department ofTourism
The Department of Tourism has been entrusted with the responsibility of planning and providing
the tourist infrastructure and basic facilities, publicity, statutory functions under the Goa
Registration of Tourism Trade Act, 1982. It provides institutional back up support to appropriate
endeavours for creation of desired tourism products. It should arrange funds and ensure speedy
clearance and implementations of projects leading to creation of tourist facilities and
enhancement of quality of tourism products. It is involved in policy formulation, planning and
development of basic infrastructure, promotion, publicity and marketing of Goa as an ideal round
the year tourist destination, both within the country and abroad.
The Department of Tourism in various tourism related events in India and abroad to promote
Goa as a prime destination. Besides the Department organizes road shows and releases
advertisements through print and electronic Medias to highlight Goa as major World tourism
Destination. All possible measure are being undertaken to ensure and promote Goa as a ideal
tourist destination
The Department provides infrastructural facilities such as constructions/ improvements of roads
in tourist circuits, access roads to tourist spots, provision of lighting arrangements, sanitation
facilities at different places of tourist importance, maintenance and cleaning of all beaches,
deployment of life guards equipped with life saving equipments, demarcation of areas of beaches
for bathing, water sports and adventure sports. It encourages development of new avenues of
Tourism such as adventure tourism, hinterland tourism, eco tourism etc. It looks after the
dissemination of tourist information through Tourist Information Counters set up at various
tourist places of North and South Goa.

Goa Tourism Development Corporation Limited(GTDC)

GTDC was set up on 30th March, 1982 to look after the commercial activities of the
Government in the service industry of tourism in the state. The liabilities of the Government in
the form of accommodation (hotels), vehicles, tours, boats and other properties were transferred
to Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd to run and to manage the same with a view of
promoting, developing in the state and to carry out business and to manage the welfare of the
employees transferred along with the assets of the Government.
Goa Tourism Development Corporation. Ltd. has come a long way and completed 25 years of
successful operation in tourism sector and is one of the successful Corporations in the service
industry in the State ofGoa.GTDC plays an active role in all commercial aspects of tourism,
including providing accommodation, organizing sightseeing tours, cruises, organizing events,
promoting tourism in hinterland / Eco-tourism, Hiring out of Vehicles /Boats, Housing of Shops,
Shopping Complex & Restaurants, Promotional Campaigns and other attractive packages.
Goa Tourism Development Corporation conducts tours by road to cover every nook and corner
of places of tourist interest in Goa. Tours are carefully designed to cater to all classes of tourist
living at the residencies which enjoy excellent locations all over the state. Tour groups are
accommodated in buses and cars. The tours leave from North or South Goa exploring the entire
state. Sea and river cruises are very much a part of a visitors itinerary by GTDC, also four seater
rowing/pedal boats are available at Mayem Lake view for boating purpose.

National Institute of WaterSports

The National Institute of Water sports (NIWS) has been set-up by the Ministry of Tourism as an
‘apex’ body for training, education, consultancy and research to usher in an era of leisure-water
sporting segment in the country. The Institute has been established as an autonomous body in
1990 under the aegis of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. In 2004, it has been
designated as "A Centre under Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management (IITTM)" by
the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India.. The Institute is governed by the Board of Governors,
Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management. The Board shall be responsible for the
organization, general superintendence, direction and control of the activities of theInstitute.
It is the first Institute of this nature in the South East Asia covering the entire range of water
sport disciplines such as life saving, boat handling, sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, scuba
diving, river rafting and kayaking. Since inception, 20 courses have been developed for water
sport professionals, managers and the tourists, particularly those visiting Goa.
The Institute is envisaged to function as a model for similarinitiatives/ entrepreneurs with regard
to faculty and staff, training infrastructure, water sport equipment and specialised repair and
berthing facilities. Plans are being conceived to expand the activities to encompass other
adventure sporting items so as to transform it into an ‘Institute of Adventure Sports.With the
focused strategies, actions and interventions; it has already established its position as a nodal
body for training, consultancy, development, regulation, framing safety norms, bench-marking
and promotion of water sports as integral component of the burgeoning tourism business.

Major Functions
The Institute performs a variety of functions ranging from imparting training in a wide range of
leisure-based water sporting to preparing feasibility studies/development reports for water
sporting to state government agencies and corporate/ private entrepreneurs, frame safety
norms; water sports awareness campaigns, water safety campaigns, inspection and certification
of water sports centre’s and so on.
TheInstitutehassethighstandardsforthepracticeofthesportingwith ‘safety-
first’approach.Inaddition,italsotakesleadinguidingtheGovernment
agenciesandpotentialentrepreneursinmattersof water sports business. Presently, trainings are
offered in almost the entire range ofwatersport disciplines such as powerboat handling, sailing,
windsurfing, waterskiing,riverrafting, kayaking etc. The certification in life-saving techniques
forwatersport operators,beachlife-guarding,poollife-guardingandwater-
parkareveryuniqueincontent and pedagogy.Many innovative training courses have been
developed in recent years. These training programmes aim to prepare and empower the
persons in all critical facets of rescue activities and also usage of major instruments such as
GPS. Safety Norms for Water sports are applicable for water sport centers offering water-
skiing, sailing, parasailing, kayaking, canoeing, powerboat handling including water- scooter
and Jet Ski rides. Norms have been drafted separately for scuba diving and river rafting. It is
mandatory for the operators to fulfill all mandatory requirements before commencement
ofoperation.
The Institute has framed safety and operational Norms for every form of watersports, which the
Govt. of India has notified. There are other State Legislations as well, stipulating standards for
operation of leisure-water sporting. In observance to those, inspection and certification of the
water sports centres are undertaken by the Institute. It is illegal to operate the water sports
activities, especially higher versions like Jet Ski, Parasail, Scuba diving etc., without being
inspected and certified by the Institute or similaragencies.
Inspections are carried out on the request from the government bodies and/or individual
operators. Towards inspection, water sports centre shall have to pay the fees as decided by the
Institute from time to time. The Union Ministry of Tourism has identified certain segments of
water sporting in the unorganized sector category for consideration under “capacity building
for service providers” scheme (CBSP). This scheme is essentially meant to raise the safety
standards of water-related recreational activities and the target group would be those working
as part of the unorganized sector.

Drishti Special Response Services Pvt.Ltd.

 Drishti Special Response Services Pvt. Ltd is responsible for beach and surf zone safety and
rescue services at all coastal beaches of Goa under an Agreement with the Department of
Tourism, Government of Goa in July 2008. Drishti has branded its beach lifeguarding services
at Goa as SLSG (Surf life Saving Goa), and commenced it operations from October 2008
SLSG covers the coastal beaches of Goa spread over 105 kms. It is the largest premier water
safety and rescue services in India. Their life guards are highly skilled and trained. The beach
lifeguards are the human capital of the organization. Without this resource no surf lifeguarding
service can exist. The lifeguards deployed are local youths from the State, almost 99 % have
Goa as theirdomicile.
These lifeguards were selected and trained by Lifeguard Instructors of the group training
company Special Rescue Training Academy Pvt. Ltd. (SRTA) The training Institute oversees
the Lifeguard training program and also the routine training programof theSLSG, therefore
maintaining an important"arm length"distance to ensure required skill sets of deployed
lifeguards. SRTA ensures that the lifeguards receive the appropriate skill sets by calling upon
Instructors from Red Cross Hawai, USA, IRIA (International Rescue Instructors Authority)
Canada.Never in the history of any lifeguarding services anywhere in the world was an exercise
of selecting, training and deployment of surf lifeguards been undertaken as undertaken for Surf
Lifesaving Goa. SLSG has selected and trained as on date 600 plus lifeguards. The work of surf
lifeguarding is not for the weak and meek. It entails being on the alert all the time whilst on
duty. The work is strenuous and stressful. As most of the beach lifeguards are in the tender age
between 18 - 24 years, the distractions are many. Lot of the trained lifeguards have left for easy
career opportunities, and SLSG is required to train more and more to ensure the deployment of
the minimum number of lifeguards required to attain the objective of thework.
SLSG has been able to make available the best and necessary lifesaving equipments to the
Lifeguards to ensure that they are able to attain the work objective of “nil drowning” on the
beaches under their watch. The life guards are all equipped with jet skis, Beach patrol Jeeps,
Rigid Inflatable Rescue Boat, Surf Rescue Board, Communications Equipment, Buoyancy Aid,
Lifeguard Center, Binoculars, First Aid Kit, Oxygen Equipmentetc.

At present SLSG employs 429 Certified Beach Lifeguards to provide the Beach Lifeguarding
Services from 7.30 am to sunset at the coastal beaches of the State of Goa. Beginning from Keri (
Querim) beach in North end of Goa to Galgibag beach in South end of Goa, SLSG provides the
beach lifeguarding services to prevent the loss of human life of the tourists and locals who visit
Apart from the human resources it also deploys state of art rescue equipment and rescueaid.
Travel and Tourism Association of Goa(TTAG)
The Travel and Tour Association of Goa is the apex body representing the Hotel & Travel
Association of Goa. The association was founded on 4 th July 1997 and has completed 34 years.
The association is a non-profit, non Governmental organization dedicated to furthering the cause
of healthy and positive tourism in Goa. Its members consist of hoteliers, travel agents, tour
operators, airlines and other alliedbodies.The association is active towards protecting the
interests of Goa as a whole and more specifically as a premier destination in South East Asia.
Over the last 34 years this association has grown with a membership of 190 members and today
is the leading apex organization which works hand in hand with the Government on all matters
concerning tourism. It caters to members problems and solves the same with the help of
governmental agencies. Moreover it gives a platform to members to meet one another during
their General Body Meeting which are held in different hotels every quarterly, and also show
case their tourism relatedproducts.
It envisages cooperation from the Government and spirit of working together so as to help the
members solve their problems and work unitedly with the government for marketing Goa on
domestic and international circuits effectively.

Forest Department ofGoa.

Around 755 sq. km i.e. 20 percent of the total geographical area of 3702 sq. km of the State has
been constituted into wildlife protected areas to afford complete protection to the natural fauna
and flora and to conserve the unique biological diversity of the State. These protected areas are
areas are located along the verdant Western Ghats, one of the richest reservoirs of biodiversity in
the world. The section that lie within Goa (the Sahyadris) and which dominates its ecosystem,
readily reflects this bewildering complexity in plant, animal and bird life.

The Forest Department endeavors to serve the people of Goa in many fields. The main objective
of the Forest Department is the conservation of the Forests in Goa. Protection of wildlife is an
important area in which the Department plays a vital role. As a result the Western Ghats which
are abundantly rich in flora and fauna get maximum protection. The Forest Department has taken
initiative to promote wildlife/eco tourism to enable people to see and appreciate the rich
biodiversity and scenic beauty of the forests in the State. Any Adventure activity carried out
within the jurisdiction of the forest would require permission to be sought from the Forest
Department.
The main objective of managing the forests are as given below:-
 Maintenance of the environmental stability and equilibrium and the ecological balance
in theregion.
 Conservation of the natural forests with vast variety of flora and fauna for the
preservation of the bio-diversity and the geneticresources.
 Conservation of soil and water resources by checking soil erosion and denudation in the
catch-mentareas.
 Meeting the bonafide requirement of the local people for fuel wood, fodder, non-timber
forest produce and small timber and safeguarding their rights and concessions.
 Increasing the productivity of poor stocked and degraded forests by planting locally
available fast growing (indigenous) tree species without adversely affecting naturally
occurringtrees.
A forestation of barren and degraded areas through people’s participation. To check
encroachment in the forest area.

PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF ADVENTURE TOURISM IN GOA:-

Problems
➢ Local people are encouraged by the revenues gained form adventure activities and
display ignorance and show disregard for the environment and indulge in
inappropriatebehavior
➢ A range of different pollutions can result from adventure activities, air based, and land
based. Pollution from boats and jet skis, noise from motor boats and jet skis.
➢ Corals are placed under threat from excessive development of water sports. The
destruction of coral reef not only means loss of biodiversity but also threatens other
environment resources upon which tourism depends. Erosion of reefs and coral from
divers andswimmers.
➢ The ‘ Save The Turtles’ Campaign of the Goa Foundation, a local Non – Government
Organization carried jointly with the Forest Department of the Government of Goa,
reported the number of sea turtles visiting their nesting sites on different beaches in Goa
particularly in Morjim is steadily decreasing
➢ Motor boats used in shallow coastal waters continuously disturbs the habits of
endangered species and a decline in the total annual fish catch has been observed in Goa.
More specifically, at Sancoale - Chicalim Bay, the decrease in production of certain
varieties of shellfish and crabs both local delicacies is believed to be due to the land
reclamation of mangroves swaps and due to the construction ofroads.
➢ Water consumed excessively, for swimming and maintenance of golf courses can affect
the quantity and quality of fresh water available to indigenous coastalpopulations.
➢ There are no specific legislation that covers the health and safety of participants in
adventure tourism activities.
 CHAPTER 5

CONCLUSION:
Goa has enormous potential for development of new product ideas some of which are the craze in
the western world. More and more choices and destinations
areemergingasoptionsthatwillappealtoawidecrosssectionofpeople.Asapart of diversification,
interconnecting circuits have been identified covering spice plantations, birds and wild life
sanctuary, lakes, heritage houses, gardens, springs and waterfalls. Though the beaches and coastal
area will continue to dominate the tourism activities due to their inherent advantages, the interior
areas, do have sufficient potential and it possible to divert tourist to these areas. There are quite a
few places, especially in the interior area, which are yet unexplored or have experienced little
tourism activity. Further, highly limited tourism activities offer very little in terms of variety
ofrecreation.
It is felt that Goa has sufficient potentials and it is possible to divert tourist to hinterlands areas.
Further, to diversify along with existing attractions the Department is in the process of giving
more emphasis on adventure sports, like Inland Water rafting, Yachting, Snorkeling, Scuba
diving, windsurfing etc. The Department also intends to promote eco tourism jointly with the
Forest Department, on the forest identified lands by organising adventure activities like nature
walk, bungee jumping etc in the hilly terrain of WesternGhat.
Since tourism activity in Goa thrives mainly on natural tourism resources, these are need to
introduce features of modern tourism in Goa. Entertainment complexes such as amusement
parks, water parks, cable car rides, aquariums etc. have a great potential in Goa as they will
introduce a variety of recreation facilities to tourists. There is also potential for development of
artificial attractions (man- made) in the form of amusement parks, nature parks, aquariums etc. at
potential sites to sustain tourist flows. These facilities need to be planned and designed to meet
tourist requirements most effectively. They should be of wide varieties, revenue generating,
socially acceptable and should entertain wide sections oftourists.
Places which are scattered in the central hills and Western Ghats sites having natural attractions
like water fall, wildlife, forest, river and man made attractions are capable of drawing tourist in
large numbers provided appropriate linkages are developed along with other much need support.
There is potential to promote and develop business tourism, cruise tourism, yachting, golfing,
ballooning, sky diving, caravan tourism in Goa. Also scope for activities like skating, cycling,
and underwater sea exploration. The state can serve as a major destination for conventions,
conferences, industrial trade fair etc.Provided such centre’s with residential facilities, exhibition
grounds etc. are created.

All this Adventure tourism created a great impact on the society and to the state's revenue
generation. As discussed above the State has various types of Adventure as well as other tourism
types which is itself a very big industry.
The tourism is handled and taken care of the tourism ministry who makes important decision In
tourism industry and planning to take of whole tourist activity.
Many popular tourisms are given more priority and more media support with advertising it so as
to increase and attract more crowd of tourist to the state.

But many factors do restrain the tourism activities like pollution of the nature, destruction of
natural scenic beauty of the state, garbage disposal, marine life gets endangered due to sports
activities and locals are also affected due to the tourist.
The private life of any remote village if made a tourist destination is completely lost which also
leads to loss of natural culture of Goa.
Tourist activities bring a great advantages to the state but along with it tourists bring their culture
to the state of Goa which leads to loss of natural cultures and traditions of the state like clothing,
eating habits, staying habits and many others.

Indeed tourism is a great industry in the Goa and a great revenue collecting market in the state of
Goa but every good things also bring some bad things along with and problems do come in the
way as discussed above in the study.
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