A soothing forest sanctuary of treks, birdsong and a treehouse, Goa beyond the beaches.
Cotigao, Canacona (South Goa) · Goa
In deep South Goa near Canacona, Cotigao is a peaceful forest sanctuary and a fine change of pace from the coast. It rewards trekkers with quiet trails, a butterfly garden, and a treehouse lookout.
Quiet trails through genuine forest, a break from the beaches.
A treehouse tower along the circular trek.
A gentle highlight inside the sanctuary.
Early visits are best for hearing the birds.
It's a genuinely soothing, peaceful patch of forest, best explored on foot along its trails. Highlights inside include a butterfly garden and a treehouse, and you can loop a circular trek from one path around to the tower and back.
Give yourself a few hours to see a decent amount, there's more here than a quick stop allows. It sits inland near Canacona in far South Goa, well away from the beach crowds.
Come in the morning, when the birdsong is at its best. Sturdy shoes and water make the trekking more comfortable.
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