North Goa - Catch to Curry And Goan Roots Trail - Non-Veg Lunch
Location:
Chodan, Tiswadi
Duration:
5 hours
Frequency:
Everyday
Select date and travellers
Overview
Highlights
Step on to Chorao Island and enjoy breakfast and tea | Hands-on crab-catching experience in Goa using traditional bamboo rods and local techniques | Scenic bund walk through lush mangroves with insights into local fishing traditions | Guided Feni-tasting in Goa featuring locally distilled cashew and coconut variants | Live cooking demonstration of the iconic Crab Xec-Xec dish with freshly caught crab | Authentic Goan non-veg lunch preparation served as a full sit-down coastal mealItineraries
• Welcome with breakfast and tea on Chorao Island
• Hands-on fishing using traditional bamboo rods
• Crab-catching along the riverbanks
• Guided bund walk through mangrove forests
• Feni-tasting session with local distillation insights
• Cook the iconic Crab Xec-Xec from scratch
• Sit-down non-veg Goan lunch with regional specialities
• Depart with a takeaway of local culinary and fishing lore
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation : Cancel within 48 hrs+ for a full refund | No Refund : If cancelled within 24 hrs or for no-shows | Processing Fee : 3% fee applies to all cancellationsDescription
Duration of experience : 5 hrs (300 minutes)
Operating days : Everyday
Frequency : 1 slot a day
Time Slots : 11:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Minimum Group Size : 2 pax
Maximum Group Size : 50 pax
Age Restrictions : None
Seasonal Availability : All seasons
Weekend Availability : Yes (on prior booking)
Mode of Transport : Personal vehicle / Hired taxi to Chudamani Baug, Devki Chodan
Included Excluded
✅Breakfast & Tea
✅Fishing with traditional bamboo rods
✅Crab-catching experience
✅Bund walk & mangrove exploration
✅Feni tasting session
✅Traditional Crab Xec Xec Cooking Experience
✅Authentic non-vegetarian Goan lunch
❌Transportation to or from the experience
❌Personal expenses
❌Additional food & beverages
❌Any other services not mentioned in inclusions
Important Information
📌Essentials
• Best time: Throughout the year (weather permitting)
• Experience is available in 1 slot of 5 hrs (from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
• No age restrictions
• The experience includes outdoor walking, fishing, crab catching, and cooking.
• Advance booking is recommended
• Weekend bookings available on prior confirmation
🎒Pack
• Wear comfortable clothing and footwear
• Carry cap, sunscreen (with appropriate SPF for the heat), and sunglasses
• Carry rainwear (during monsoons)
• Reusable water bottle (no plastic allowed)
• Personal medicines
• Digital phone/ camera with case
• Bag with personal essentials
⚠️Safety
• Follow all instructions provided by the experience host
• Exercise caution during fishing and crab-catching activities
• Stay with the group during the bund and mangrove walk
• Take care while walking on uneven or wet surfaces
• Follow all instructions during the cooking session
• Consume Feni responsibly
• Respect the traditional village and farm surroundings
• Avoid littering and help maintain the cleanliness of the venue
❌Avoid If
• Pregnant/ have serious medical issues
• Have mobility issues
• Have difficulty walking on uneven outdoor surfaces
• Are uncomfortable participating in outdoor activities
• Have specific dietary requirements that have not been communicated in advance
• Under influence of illegal susbstances (You will not be allowed to join this activity in this case. The activity hosts have the final say on this, and refunds will not be issued for forced departures.)
Participation and Safety Advisory
This experience is hosted in a rustic village farm setting, so guests are expected to respect the local surroundings and follow the host's instructions. Feni tasting is offered only for responsible consumption and is subject to applicable restrictions. Given current weather advisories, heavy rain or high winds may impact travel to the venue or the experience itself. In such cases, the vendor may offer an alternative date or time at their discretion, but please note that no refunds are provided for weather-related cancellations. We strongly recommend checking weather updates and reconfirming your slot before heading out.