Explore the wild charm of Goa's Talvacho Sado

HIDDEN GEM OF THE WESTERN GHATS

Talvacho Sado is a plateau nestled between Hivre Khurd of Goa and Chorla of Karnataka. It lies cradled between the forests of Karnataka and Goa’s Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary.

TALVACHO SADO

The name 'Talvacho Sado' likely comes from two local words:
tale meaning 'pond', and sado which means 'plateau'.

HIGH-ALTITUDE PARADISE

At 812 meters above mean sea level, it reveals a new face each season. Nature paints it with unique charm high in the Western Ghats.

MONSOON MAGIC

The monsoon transforms the plateau into a lush paradise, with wildflowers blooming in a riot of colours, and butterflies fluttering all around.

WINTER’S GENTLE TOUCH

Winter brings crisp air and golden grass. The scent of blooming flora lingers throughout the landscape.

SECRETS OF SUMMER

In summer, rocky terrain emerges. The land holds secrets deep in its cracks and crevices.

LIFE BENEATH THE STONES

Each rock hides tiny surprises like crabs, frogs and scorpions.

TANK OF LIFE

At its heart lies a water tank, which supports rare plants and animals. Aponogeton nateshii, a rare and endemic aquatic herb, is found only during the monsoons.

CRAWLING DIVERSITY

You’ll spot centipedes, millipedes, spectacular pill millipedes, leeches and slithering worms. Life thrives in every corner.

CAMOUFLAGED DANGER

One must stay alert because saw-scaled vipers are well camouflaged in this terrain.

HOME OF AMPHIBIANS

Indigenous trees and shrubs shelter amphibians like Malabar gliding frogs and small freshwater fish, especially during the rains and winter.

PARADISE FOR BOTANISTS

It’s an absolute haven for botanists and researchers. Rare orchids cling to trees, and wildflowers burst with colour across the landscape.

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