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English, Hindi
A spice plantation tour is an immersive experience where you explore lush green estates that cultivate a variety of spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla, and more. Visitors get to see how these spices are grown, processed, and sometimes even participate in demonstrations.
Guided Walks: Knowledgeable guides lead you through plantations, explaining the origin, cultivation, and uses of each spice and medicinal plant.
Aromatic Trails: The air is filled with the fragrance of fresh spices and herbs — a treat for the senses.
Organic Farming Insights: Learn about traditional and organic farming methods, including the importance of companion planting and biodiversity.
Tasting Experiences: Many plantations offer tastings of herbal teas, spice-infused water, and fresh tropical fruits.
Cultural Performances: Some plantations include traditional Goan or local folk dances and music as part of the tour.
Elephant Baths or Rides (optional): In some plantations, you might find options to interact with elephants (though this is becoming less common due to ethical concerns).
Most spice plantation tours include a traditional lunch, usually a buffet with local vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes prepared with fresh spices from the plantation.
Entry + Guided Plantation Tour + Traditional Lunch
Welcoming Ceremony
Aarti, garlands, flower-petal showers, kumkum tilak on arrival
Welcome Drink & Snacks
Choices: coconut water, kokum juice, lemongrass/cinnamon tea, herbal teas, cashews, wafers
Guided Plantation Walk
30–45 minutes with English, Hindi, Marathi, Goan guides covering spices like cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, nutmeg, cloves, herb processing, gobar gas plant
Lunch Buffet
Goan-style vegetarian & non‑vegetarian curries, rice, breads, pickles, sweet rice; served on banana leaves/earthenware; Feni shots included
Extras
Relaxing herbal “water-down-the-back” ritual with citronella/lavender water
Post-lunch shopping: farm-produced spices, essential oils, cashews, Feni
Optional elephant bath/ride for an extra ~₹700 per person
Complimentary memento before departure
Hours: Open daily ~9:00 – 9:30 AM to ~4:00 – 4:30 PM
Recommended Visiting Time:
Oct–Mar: Pleasant climate
Jun–Sep: Lush, monsoon greenery
The package includes a welcome ceremony, a guided spice plantation tour, a traditional Goan buffet lunch (veg & non-veg), a welcome drink, and access to shop for fresh spices and products. Optional elephant rides or baths are available at an additional cost.
The spice farm is open daily from around 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Guided tours usually operate throughout the day, but it’s best to arrive by 11:00 AM to enjoy the full experience without rush.
Advance booking is recommended, especially during the peak season (October to March). You can book directly by calling or emailing the spice farm, or through your hotel or travel agent.
Yes! A traditional Goan buffet lunch is included, served on banana leaves or in clay plates, featuring local vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and children enjoy exploring the farm and learning about different spices. However, parental supervision is recommended throughout.
Yes! The farm has a shop where you can purchase freshly grown spices, herbal oils, cashews, and local Goan products.
The best time to visit is between October and March when the weather is pleasant and the plantation is lush. However, the monsoon season (June to September) is also beautiful and green.
Adults: ₹300 to ₹400 per person (includes lunch)
Children: ₹200 to ₹300 per child
Elephant bath/ride (optional): as per season time
👉 Special Offer: If you book through www.goagateway.com, you will get an exclusive 50% discount on the total package price!
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