During the winters, we city dwellers tend to bolt away to hubs that give us a feel of sun-soaked warmth. Goa is often the go-to spot for folks looking to catch a break and at the peak of the tourist season, you’ll come across a lot of touts.
If you really want to explore Goa, make the most of your time here and experience things only the locals can, we would suggest that you check out these bespoke walking tours led by localites and Goa lovers themselves.
How can you get this localite tour?
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‘Make It Happen’ is an organization that lets you get in touch with locals and local guides, who take you on a journey through various aspects of Goa. Rather than just covering all the major tourist spots, you get to see the locals’ lifestyles, their habits and explore Goa through their eyes. You can be certain- not a lot of people will have had an experience like yours if you opt for this option.
These people allow you to see a part of Goa that remains unexplored and is only partly touristy. They achieve this by taking things slow and at your own pace. Heritage walks, food tours and trips to nearby islands, are all paced in such a way that you can take in everything that Goa has to offer.
Honestly, we’re absolutely loving the way they give us an essence of Goa. These guys help you have a complete trip, one that encapsulates all the best parts about Goa- the sights, the beaches and the food.
What is Make It Happen?
Make It Happen, the company behind this marvellous idea was founded in 2015 by Maria Victor. Basically, these guys aim to get you the most personalized travel experience in Goa. They want people to come here and experience a harmony of nature and mankind rather than thinking of Goa as a place just for wild parties.
Knock Knock
For those of you with an insatiable wanderlust, this slow paced walking tour of Goa is simply perfect. If you really want to see Goa the way it is meant to be seen and experienced, then a tour with Make It Happen and their team is what you should be looking for.
