Tours/North Goa District/Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage
Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage
4.9(381)North Goa District4 hours
TRIPADVISOR4.9(381)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$34 / person
Location
North Goa District
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 381 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Soul Travelling
Meeting point
NoteThis is not a Walking Trail. Soul Travelling does not provide transport facilities. Please note that guest are required to bring their personal transportation/vehicle as we will be visiting multiple spots during the trail. Hence guest should have a vehicle for the entire experience.
Description
Trade the coastal crowds for Divar Island, a quiet, time-worn island on the Mandovi River where Portuguese-era heritage, temple ruins and river wildlife sit largely undiscovered by tourists. This half-day experience blends a short ferry crossing, a walk through centuries of layered history, and a sunset boat ride through mangroves where crocodile and bird sightings are common.
Your guide leads you through the island's Portuguese church, over 200 years old, and on to the ruins of a bathing ground and temple site linked to the Kadamba dynasty. From there, board a boat with a local, multi-generation island boatman for a ride through the Mandovi's mangroves, keep an eye out for kingfishers, herons, egrets, kites, and resident crocodiles along the riverbank. The experience winds down with local snacks and a guided feni tasting, including unusual flavours like jeera, ginger and coriander, at a spot known for sunset weddings.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
3:00 PM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 10–80)
$34
Child (ages 5–9)
$14
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:12 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
The Island Exploration Divar
Itinerary
Divar Island
240 min
All the points on the tour will be on the island. There are 4-5 in particular.
What's included
Included
Soul Travelling Goodies
Snacks / Breakfast
Feni Tasting
Guided Tour
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
Bottled water
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
381 reviews
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How it compares in Goa
No. 7 by number of reviews among 99 tours in Goa
Starting price $34 is 56% below the typical $77 for tours of similar length in Goa
Excurgo comparison of 99 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage take?
Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this North Goa District experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 3:00 PM.
How much does Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage cost for children?
Children aged 5–9 pay from $14, adults from $34. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Note: This is not a Walking Trail. Soul Travelling does not provide transport facilities. Please note that guest are required to bring their personal transportation/vehicle as we will be visiting multiple spots during the trail. Hence guest should have a vehicle for the entire experience. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Exploring Divar Island's Hidden Heritage worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 381 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Soul Travelling.
Reviews(381)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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T5510WZmonikab
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Family Fun with Soul Travelling
Had an amazing and totally different experience with Soul Travelling in Goa! ❤️
We were a family group with a senior citizen and a kid, and everyone had a great time. Loved hearing the stories behind the churches and temples, and of course, the feni tasting was the funniest part! 😄🥃
A special shout-out to our guide Kanoor — he was super friendly, knowledgeable and made the whole experience even better. He also suggested some really good restaurants and local markets.
Definitely a must-try experience when you’re in Goa. It’s fun, informative and gives you a glimpse of the real Goa beyond the usual touristy places! 🌴✨
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Coastal54711430925
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
DIVAR
The trail was amazing!!! Karan and Medora were a great ambassadors. From start to the end the experience was too good.
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sourabhs930
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun time on Divar
It was a fun tour with Medora and Koonan. We explored the island of Divar and enjoyed it.
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0annabellem
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Divar island
I had a wonderful afternoon exploring the Divar island. We had a great tour guide, Atul, who told us many interesting stories of the island. 10/10 day!
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francesmC6831TA
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Divar Goa
We had a lovely afternoon exploring island Divar with tour guide Atul- who was extremely knowledgeable and interesting to listen too. We saw fascinating temple ruins, churches and a relaxing boat ride around the city.
Thank you!
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eeshaa2022
September 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazinggg
Amazing tour with loads of interesting information about Divar island. Would love to book another one soon
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SahilChaudhry
September 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Divar Island!
It was a truly wonderful experience exlporing the divar island, Andrea is an excellent host! Really enjoyed our time with her.
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99sukritis
September 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantabulous
Such a wonderful and memorable trip we had with full of goan untold stories. Our ambassador Andrea was such a lovely host. Loved every bit of the experience. Would love to visit again for exploring more experiences with soul travelling. 😊
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Z2791AFbridgetb
September 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unique memorable experience
My partner and I had such a wonderful experience on this tour. I am so glad we booked.
Seeing crocodiles in their natural habitat for the first time was a real highlight for me, as was sampling the local food, which was absolutely delicious! The local community were incredibly warm and welcoming, and the tour offered some exceptional sightseeing opportunities. We also managed to capture some stunning photographs along the way.
A truly memorable and authentic experience. I would thoroughly recommend both this tour and the tour operator to anyone visiting Goa.
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29rohanc
September 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
History, Nature, Goan Snacks and Excellent Feni
We had an excellent and very informative tour with Koonan, who was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and clearly passionate about the area. He is very personable, has a great sense of humour, and made the whole experience both interesting and enjoyable.
We visited multiple sites around Divar Island, with a really good mix of nature, local history and culture. There was also a boat ride to see the varieties of mangroves and crocodile spotting. The tour ended at a local family home, where we were served authentic Goan snacks, which were delicious, followed by a feni tasting experience.
I had previously tried feni at a five-star hotel, but it simply could not compare with the excellent flavoured fenis we were presented with here. Koonan also has a background in mixology, which made the tasting particularly interesting and added another enjoyable dimension to the experience.
A genuinely memorable way to explore Divar Island and one I would highly recommend.
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