Overview
Goa has become couples’ and photographers’ go-to pre-wedding destination. In fact, these couples’ photoshoots are now even referred to as “Photo trips” as you get to visit the place along with clicking some of the best moments in your life. Read on to find out unique ideas to plan a couple photoshoot in Goa.
Plan your Pre Wedding photoshoot in Goa in unique ways
Beach Photoshoot
While beach photography is not uncommon, the varied beaches of Goa give photographers an opportunity to experiment. Goa has clear seas and many rocks that are climbable. The beach shacks and the vibe at all Goan beaches are immensely unique and appeal to the eyes making them favorable for locations. Not only this, couples can enjoy shooting in the perfect sunsets at Goan beaches. Some of the best beaches for a couple photoshoot in Goa are:
- Aguada Fort Beach
- Agonda Beach
- Palolem Beach
- Vagator Beach
Yacht photoshoot
If there ever was a prize for the best prewedding photoshoot location a yacht would win for sure. Being on a yacht and capturing special moments is one of the best prewedding photoshoot ideas. Many couples charter yachts and live their dream of living luxuriously albeit for some time and best of all they can get it captured for life. Goa offers some of the best and cheapest yacht charters and a wide variety of yachts too. Along with the hourly yacht charter, you will also have a breakfast option. You can book the yacht for sunset as well depending upon your preferences. Prices start at ₹7000 for 2 hours.
Photoshoot at Fontainhas
In the Latin quarter area of Panjim lie several lanes of colorful and pretty houses and villas. These lanes have been filmed many a time and are frequented by many tourists. Villas in Portuguese architecture with pop colors make for upbeat photographs and thus great for prewedding shoots. The balconies, rooftops, and super tidy streets are a pleasant sight for sore eyes and lenses. This area is called Fontainhas and offers a unique photoshoot experience. Do insist on a photoshoot here if you have such tastes and you won’t be disappointed with your photoshoot pictures.
Fort Photoshoot
For the couples who like architecture and history shooting at beautiful old forts will be rewarding because Goa has some of the most famous forts in India. There is something about forts that rings “Romance” in photographs. Some of the best fort locations for couple shoots are:
- Fort Cabo de Rama
- Fort Aguada
- Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel (Fort Terekhol converted into a hotel)
- Chapora Fort
Church Photoshoot
For Christian couples or otherwise, the charming churches of Goa offer amazing photographs. Goa has got some of the most beautiful churches in India and it would be a crime to miss them in a photoshoot. Most of the Goan church designs are Portuguese Baroque influenced and are spectacular to look at and even better when photographed. Even though not all of them allow photography inside the premises, shooting with the exteriors itself will give out brilliant pictures. Some of the church locations where you can have your pre-wedding shoot in Goa are:
- Our Lady of Mount Mary, Old Goa
- Our Lady of Gloria, Varca
- Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, Panjim
- St. Anne’s Church, Agonda
Waterfall Photoshoot
Goa is truly gifted in terms of waterfalls due to its placement in the Western Ghats. There are numerous waterfalls in Goa- big and small and some hidden. Having a photoshoot in front of the waterfall will give some of the best pictures in a natural setting. These pics will come out radiant and pleasant. A few of the waterfall locations that are suitable for a couple photoshoot in Goa are:
- Bamanbudo waterfalls
- Dudhsagar waterfalls
- Amboli waterfalls
- Harvalem Waterfalls
- Kesarval Spring Verna waterfalls
One caution that you have to keep in mind is that during monsoon many waterfalls get flooded On the other hand, some waterfalls only appear in their glory during monsoon. So, plan well in advance and clarify with your photographing agency.
Conclusion
As mentioned there are 6 unique ways to have your pre-wedding shoot in Goa. Most photography agencies offer to shoot in multiple locations in a deal. You can choose more than one of the above and combine the different aspects of Goan locations into your photoshoot to make the most in preparation for your ‘Big Day’.
