Goa | 23.06.2019 | 07:30 am ~ 09:00 am

Traversing through the Scenic Rachol Village

About the walk

Rachol is a small village in the Salcete taluka of South Goa. It is also known as 'Raitura’ (royal town/harbour) in Konkani, and is located on the bank of Zuari river. It is about 7 kilometres away from Margao and surrounded by Raia, Loutolim, Maina and Shiroda villages. The walk starts at the famous Rachol Seminary.  We then walk through the village to reach the old port jetty. Our next stop is the Rachol Church, which is one of the oldest church in South Goa. We shall conclude the walk with a ferry ride and cherished memories with friends. Be prepared to sweat a little, as we see the true face of Goa. 

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
07:15 am

About the walk

Rachol is a small village in the Salcete taluka of South Goa. It is also known as 'Raitura’ (royal town/harbour) in Konkani, and is located on the bank of Zuari river. It is about 7 kilometres away from Margao and surrounded by Raia, Loutolim, Maina and Shiroda villages. The walk starts at the famous Rachol Seminary.  We then walk through the village to reach the old port jetty. Our next stop is the Rachol Church, which is one of the oldest church in South Goa. We shall conclude the walk with a ferry ride and cherished memories with friends. Be prepared to sweat a little, as we see the true face of Goa. 

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Ramchandra Prabhu Salgaonkar
Born in 1984 in Mapusa Goa, India , Completed Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and Post Graduate from Goa Institute of Management, India. I have 13 years of cross functional experience and previously worked for TATA Motors, Maruti Suzuki and IFB in various capacities mainly in Sales & Marketing . I am also a visiting lecturer at several colleges across India. At an early age i had interest in traveling and have covered most of the Indian states. My main interest is in exploring new…

Meeting Time

07:15 AM

Meeting point

Rachol Village Arc

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Rachol

Disclaimer

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Please Note

  • Please note that the meeting point is a 100-meter walk from the nearest bus stand.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes, carry drinking water and get an umbrella or raincoat.
  • No entry fees.
  • As we shall be visiting religious sites, please dress appropriately. Please carry something to cover your head (compulsory).
  • You may carry your cameras and notebooks. Photography allowed.
  • Limited parking facilities are available at the meeting point. Hence, we recommend that you use public transport.