Important Hints:
1- Do not keep your Valuables unattended
during your stay at the beaches.
2- Do not indulge in drug offences, as these
are punishable under the law.
3- Nudity on beaches and public places is
forbidden and punishable under the law.
4- Follow Police Traffic rules strictly. Keep your
valid documents, driving licence, passports etc., in
your possession while driving. Traffic circulation is
on the left.
5- Do not keep your money, passport in the
custody of undesirable persons.
6- Exchange your money through authorised
banks/money changers only, and insist on a
receipt.
7- While shopping, avoid touts and brokers.
8- Shopping is recommended from
Government Emporiums.
9- Don't purchase rail/air/bus tickets through
strangers or unauthorised travel agents / tour
operators, but from authorised agencies /
counters only.
10- Voltage in GOA is 220, volts AC, 50 cycles.
11- In case of any difficulty contact the
nearest Tourist Bureau or Police Station for
help.Tourist police are situated at strategic points.
12- Tourists are advised to contact them for
any assistance required during their visit.
o The sea is quite rough at times specially during
rainy season, with undercurrents.
o The under water ground level may not be even.
o Do not venture into deep waters because in an
emergency, rescue becomes difficult.
o Do consult the lifeguard on the beach before
venturing into the water.
13- Always hire govt. approved tourist guides
who invariably carry an identity card.
14- Smoking / Spitting is not allowed in public
places.
15- Goa is a plastic free zone. Discourage any
use of plastic bags etc.
16- Observe local traditions and customs while
visiting religious places.
Important Numbers:
Helpline/Information - 91-0832-2412121
Police - 100 / 91-0832-2226482
Fire Brigade - 101
Ambulance - 102
Goa Medical College - 91-0832-2225727
Railway Enquiry - 131 / 91-0832-2235054
Airport (Dabolim) - 91-0832-2512788
Dept. of Tourism - 91-0832-2438750/51