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Overview

Uncover the rich tapestry of Chorao Island, where nature and mythology coexist in a vibrant landscape. This 3 hour trail offers an immersive experience into the island's ecology, featuring mangrove forests, unique mud flats, and ancient river ecosystems. Visit significant temples and folk shrines while learning about Goa's indigenous culture from expert storytellers. Conclude your adventure with a delightful Goan breakfast or high tea at a sustainable local farm, showcasing fresh produce. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this tour promises a genuine taste of Goa's heritage. Special Note: This experience is not a walking trail and guests need transportation to be arranged by themselves to commute within the Island. Recommended to retain the vehicle used to reach the meeting point. - 3 hour experience of Chorao Island - Explore mangroves, temples, and culture - Enjoy a local breakfast or high tea with homegrown ingredients - Suitable for all ages

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

You will be meeting the storyteller at the Ferry Terminal. This is the first ferry teminal you come across for guests traveling from Panjim via Ponte Conde de Linhares. Please do not take the ferry and cross the river. Guests would need their own transportation to be arranged during the experience.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. We cross the river and enter the Island. The experience begins with an introduction of Chorao Island. We speak about the etymology/topography of Chorao Island, geology of the Island, along with the Pre-Portuguese and Portuguese influence.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Shri Devaki Krishna Temple
This is a temple visit. This stop includes mythological stories of Devaki and Krishna connected to Chorao Island, and we also speak about why we celebrate certain festivals and its connection to Lord Krishna, the influence of Brahmins towards shaping this place and how they used to coexist with the natives.
Duration: 40 mins
3. We talk about a unique feature you will notice at this shrine. Next to the temple, we also talk about sluice gate fishing practices and the mangroves.
Duration: 20 mins
4. St Bartholomew's Church
Visit to this iconic church in the Island. We speak about the architecture of the church and the influence of the community that built this church.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Visit a traditional kulagar and know about the the different spices along with interacting with the locals. Enjoy a hearty breakfast/high tea cooked by the locals.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

Visit to temples, shrines, and khazan landscapes

Traditional Goan farm breakfast/high tea with local produce

Know about mangrove and river ecosystems

Access to the local sustainable farm

Expert storyteller led cultural, ecological, and heritage experience

Exclusion

Vehicle required to move around the Island for the experience as this is not a walking trail

Hotel pickups and drops

Meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions

Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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