Spice Plantation, Elephants and Temples

What this tour is about: This is a relaxed day out at a local spice plantation, with an opportunity for both children and adults to interact with elephants.

In this tour, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to visit a spice plantation in Ponda (about 30kms south-east of Panjim).

The various spices grown here include Black pepper Cardamom, Nutmeg, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Cloves, Chillies, Coriander, etc. The staff at the plantation will take you around and give you an introduction to these various spices. You will also see Goa's typical tropical trees like Cashew, Areca nut (Betel nut) and palm trees. Tropical Fruit like Star fruit, Jack Fruit, Custard Apple, Bananas, Papayas, Pineapple and Citrus Fruits are also seen. Various local birds are also sighted at the plantation.

The plantation has an open area restaurant serving a traditional Goan lunch, in case you wish to eat there.

This area of Goa also has many temples, so if you are interested you can visit the Mangeshi Temple (please dress modestly for temple visits).

How it works: Full day car tour, starting and ending from your hotel