Divar Island Heritage Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic ferry ride across Mandovi River
- Explore historic churches and temples
- Traditional Goan lunch at local eatery
- Learn about island's rich heritage
- Experience authentic Goan culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided ferry ride across Mandovi River
- Visit to historic churches and temples
- Traditional Goan lunch at a local eatery
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
Divar is the second largest island of the seven islands which are situated in the Mandovi River, the largest being Charao Island. The island is roughly 6km long by 3km wide and it is connected by four ferry services.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Children under 5 years can join for free; however, they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the season.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please Note: This experience is not a walking trail and requires transportation. Explore the Island using your own vehicle.
Traveler reviews
Clavin da goat
Its was rely fun and clavin was rely lavin
Best decision of my trip
Booked this island walk with Make it Happen And Calvin Gomes did make it happen. Was a memorable time spent at Diwar island. A must visit and its great with this company.
A truly fulfilling experience
A very fulfilling “Goan” experience. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a serene, tranquil and enriching true goan experience. Guide Swynne was friendly and knowledgeable. She was very welcoming and we toured Divar Island, churches, and temples with stunning views, quietness amidst chirpy birds. At the end we went to a family’s house in Divar where I was served delicious coffee and homemade snacks. An acoustic guitar performance with Goan songs at the end was icing on the cake.
An Evening Well-Spent!
At the end of this tour we realised that a large part of the experience comes from the host of the tour. The activities by themselves were interesting, however, the storytelling capability of Calvin Gomes is what really made the experience truly memorable! This was our second tour with Make it Happen and we can say with assurance that they have done a brilliant job of curating this experience which includes selecting and training their team. Kudos to Make it Happen for organising such interesting activities and our lead, Calvin for being such a captivating storyteller!
A peaceful day on Divar
Swynee was a great guide who shared interesting stories about Divar. My child and I had a great time. The lunch with a local family was also a great experience. It is very peaceful and enjoyable