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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
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.
2. Shri Devaki Krishna Temple
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.
4. St Bartholomew's Church
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.
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
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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