The Goan Hinterland Experience in South Goa

5.0
(107 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Escape to the tranquil charm of South Goa, where nature, culture, and flavors come alive. Stroll through a traditional Kulaghar plantation, learning about local spices and vegetation before savoring a homemade Goan breakfast in the heart of the greenery. Visit a historic temple steeped in fascinating legends, and end your journey at a serene farm with flowing spring waters and lush surroundings. A perfect blend of heritage, nature, and authentic Goan hospitality!

This experience entails;
-Step back in time at the storied Zambaulim Temple, rich with legends and local lore.
-Wander through a traditional spice plantation, discovering fragrant spices and unique Goan flora.
-Savor a hearty, homemade Goan breakfast/snacks served amidst the plantation’s natural beauty.
-Uncover history inside the ancient Rivona Buddhist Cave, a serene retreat of monks from centuries past.
-Dip your toes in a pristine freshwater stream, surrounded by lush greenery.

What's Included

Soul Travelling Goodies
Snacks / Breakfast
Guided Tour
All Fees and Taxes
First Aid / Medical kit
Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
Bottled water

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Note: It is not a walking trail. Transport will be required to get between each of the points in the trail. We recommend using the same mode of transport used to come to the start point, for the entire experience. Transport is not provided by Soul Travelling.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Introduction about the experience by the ambassador

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Perched quietly in the lush hinterland of South Goa, the Rivona Caves, often called the Pandava Caves and are ancient, rock-cut sanctuaries carved into laterite, dating to around the 6th or 7th century CE. Experts believe they were crafted by Buddhist monks as meditation retreats and places of teaching.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Tucked on the sandy banks of the Kushavati River at Rivona, the Usgalimal petroglyphs are one of Goa’s most remarkable prehistoric sites. Over a hundred figures, etched into laterite bedrock it include animals (likely bovids), human forms, spirals, concentric circles, labyrinth-like designs and other geometric motifs. The carvings were re-discovered in the 1990s and are now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please cooperate with the tour expert to maintain time and decorum
  • Heritage sites and temples may require appropriate attire, that covers knees and shoulders
  • The guide is a local expert with in-depth knowledge and insight.
Supplied by Soul Travelling

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Cancellation Policy

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

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