Time to go island hopping in Goa

Roxanne D'silva

DIVAR

Located just a few kilometres away from Panjim city is one among the six islands in the river Mandovi - Divar. This island is known for its unique festival called Bonderam which will be celebrated in August.

Divar island| Islands in Goa| North Goa| Bonderam festival| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

CHORAO

This island was previously known as Choddnnem which means ‘jewelled headwear' and is where the famous Salim Ali bird sanctuary is located.

Chorao Island|St Jeronimus chapel| North Goa| Islands of Goa| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

SAO JACINTO

This is one of the smallest islands in Goa. When you are on this island, don't forget to visit the abandoned lighthouse and the church dedicated to St Hyacinth of Poland.

Sao Jacinto | South Goa | Islands in Goa| smallest island in Goa| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

CUMBARJUA

This island is known for its relaxed atmosphere and the Cumarjua canal surrounding it is known for its crocodile tours.

Cumbarjua | crocodile tour| North Goa| relaxed atmosphere| Islands in Goa| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

CONCO ISLAND

A 20-minute boat ride from Palolem beach will take you to Conco island. Also known as 'Monkey Island', the place is an ideal location for picnics.

Conco island| Islands in Goa| Island hopping| beautiful islands| South Goa| | Photo: @world.and.daila

GRANDE ISLAND

One of the most popular islands in Goa, this one is famous for its great weather and watersports activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling or simply swimming.

Goa | Scuba diving | Grande Island | Adventure sports | Travel

BUTTERFLY ISLAND

Ensconced island is known to attract a range of butterflies and also has a beach that is shaped like a butterfly, thus, the name! Enjoy the comfort of a secluded beach and other fun activities that await you.

Goa|instagramable places in Goa|South Goa|Butterfly beach

ST ESTEVAM

This Island is also known as Jua or Zuem. A prominent attraction here is the St Francis Xavier fort and the shrine of Christ the King.

St. Estevam island| Island in Goa| North Goa| lha de Jua|Zuvem| Christ the King | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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