Savoi Plantation

where environment is a perfect host

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Welcome, to Savoi Plantation to experience Goa?s distinct cultural climate expressed in its ?Hinterland?.

PROFILE

Managed and run by the Shetye family, this plantation is now over 200 years old and covers an area of 100 acres. We are situated in the village of Savoi which is 25 kms. from the capital city Panjim , 40 kms from Calangute in North Goa and 30 kms from the city of Margao in South Goa. This plantation boasts of a purely organic and natural environment, in which the guests can enjoy nature at its very best. The pond situated within attracts a number of birds of different varieties. Bird watching is one sport the guests can simultaneously enjoy as they explore the spicy world of Savoi Plantation.

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SAVOI BY DAY

Once our customers are at the plantation they are accorded a traditional welcome and are offered traditional snacks and drinks. Later they are given a guided walking tour by an expert along the shady path to explore the spicy world of Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Clove, Nutmeg, etc. in their natural environment. And also to enhance the tour are tropical fruits like mango, jackfruit, cashew, papaya, chickoo and medicinal herbs.

Part of the tours also includes a demonstration of traditional beetle nut plucking where the person involved swings from tree to tree like your well know - Lord of the Jungle, ?Tarzan?. Traditional In a span of 30 to 45 minutes guests will be able to experience a brand new world of spicy and fruity environment.

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SADAFULI RESTAURANT ? The restaurant with ethnic flavour

The buffet displays traditional Goan ?Saraswat? cuisine served in mud pots and banana leaf plates along with seasonal fruits grown in the plantation in an organic environment. All these preparations are made under the proper guidance of the master blender Mrs. Shetye. These dishes have to tasted to be believed, as this cuisine is a specialty of Goan hinterland.

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SAVOI BY NIGHT

(Entry on prior reservation only.)

When the sun begins it final journey of the day before setting, the guests arrive at the plantation for a traditional welcome. While the guests enjoy the traditional snacks and drinks they are briefed about the plantation, and later taken for a pleasant evening walk in the plantation briefing about the spices and medicinal herbs, fruits grown in the plantation.

By the time the guests return to the reception area they are greeted to a surprise in seeing the place transformed. Guests are then treated on a fascinating display of dance, music and folklore, in which ancient scenes are enacted and brought back to life. After all that excitement and revelry the guests are treated to scrumptious traditional dinner of mum?s regional dishes and desserts.

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HOUSING AND ACCOMODATION

Besides being an excellent host for the local flora which is proudly displayed to all who enter, there is also a housing facility offered for those who prefer to stay within the plantation. There are two excellent traditional houses provided which make it a unique staying experience. Staying in Savoi Plantation will provide the guest with a unique experience of being in the lap of nature.

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SCHOOL AND COLLEGE EXCURSIONS

The fascinating place of Savoi Plantation has not only drawn foreigners and outsiders but also the local schools and colleges, find this place and rich haven of educational and recreational value, thus keeping the locals in touch with their rich heritage.

Digital Goa Link - www.digitalgoa.com/savoiplantation