Mythical Wonders of Chorao Island

Name: Mythical Wonders of Chorao Island
Brand: Viator
Price: 19.35 USD
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Rating: 5 (16 reviews)

5.0(16)3 hoursEnglishBook 12 hours aheadNorth Goa District, India

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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

Included

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

Not included

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

What you'll do

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.
15 min
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.
40 min
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.
20 min
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.
15 min
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.
1h 30m

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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.

Good to know

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

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

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