Full-Day Chorao Island Nature, Heritage & Cooking Experience

Serene Boat Ride Along The Mangroves Through The Backwaters

Full-Day Chorao Island Nature, Heritage & Cooking Experience

Duration6h - 7h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

What Makes This Tour Unique
A rare full-day blend of nature, heritage, and food, not offered together anywhere else on Chorao Island
Access to a local Goan home for a hands-on cooking session
A working feni tavern visit with a cocktail-making session, not just a tasting
A trek to Portuguese-era seminary ruins slowly being reclaimed by the jungle, an offbeat site most visitors don't know exists
Birdwatching along the mangroves of the River Mandovi, near the Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
A meal cooked and shared with the same family who taught you, rather than a standard restaurant lunch

Itinerary
Mangrove boat ride
Visit a one of a kind Hindu temple
Local breakfast
Trek to the seminary ruins
Feni tasting and cocktail making
Ferry crossing
Welcome drink at a local Goan home
begin the day's second chapter.
Hands-on cooking session
Shared lunch — Sit down to a meal cooked and shared with the family, closing the day the way Chorao has always eaten.

What's included

Soul Travelling Goodies
Guided Trail
Local Goan Snacks
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes

Extra portions of Meals and Snacks.
Personal Expenses and Medication
Bottled water
Private transportation

What to expect

Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Pass by

Hop on a boat ride through the backwaters with a birding expert and spot birds and crocodiles on the mangroves around (We take the same route as Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary)
15m

Interesting story of the Temple and how it was relocated during the Portuguese rule
Pass by

The Ruins of Chorao Seminary, located on the peaceful island of Chorão in Goa, are the remains of the historic Real Colégio de Educação de Chorão, founded in 1761 during Portuguese rule. Once a prominent center for religious education and missionary training, the seminary played an important role in Goa’s cultural and ecclesiastical history. Today, visitors can explore its atmospheric stone ruins, which stand as a testament to the island’s rich colonial heritage. Surrounded by lush greenery and quiet village landscapes, the site offers a unique blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty. The nearby Chapel of St. Jerome, one of the surviving structures linked to the seminary, adds further historical significance. Ideal for history enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path attractions, the ruins provide a fascinating glimpse into Goa’s past and a tranquil escape from the state’s busy tourist hubs.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The experience will begin with a Ferry ride to Chorao Island.
Note: This is not a Walking Trail. Soul Travelling does not provide transport facilities. Please note that you will be requiring your personal transportation/vehicle as we will be visiting multiple spots during the trail.

End point

The experience will begin with a Ferry ride to Chorao Island.
Note: This is not a Walking Trail. Soul Travelling does not provide transport facilities. Please note that you will be requiring your personal transportation/vehicle as we will be visiting multiple spots during the trail.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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