The 5 best restaurants in North Goa: An Unforgettable Trip To Grande Island

The Journey

We at Atlantis Watersports begin your journey by transporting you from your place of residence to the boat jetty and onward to Grande Island. As you ride the waves towards the island you’d be sure to spot Dolphins skipping for joy along the pristine waters of the Arabian Sea.
Pro-tip: Make sure you carry a camera in order to photograph a once in a lifetime experience with dolphins prancing for joy along the beautiful waters of Goa.

The Island

On arriving at Grands Island, the boat drops anchor and it is here that you can either take part in a surreal snorkeling adventure or fish, if that’s more down your alley. Either way you’ll be sure to enjoy Goa’s clear waters, and admire its turquoise color as well as the bountiful underwater marine and coral life.

Fact: Goa has more than 8 marine, 90 riverine and about 40 estuarine islands in total. Grande Island is the biggest out of the state’s marine islands and is located off the Marmagoa Harbor in the Arabian Sea.

The Beach With No Monkeys

While out at sea, “Monkey Beach” entices you to gorge on a scrumptious Beach Barbeque. Once you’ve eaten your penny’s worth you can go ahead and relax on the sandy shores of Monkey Beach in gay abandonment or better still you can swim and/or sunbathe.

This trip includes a beach barbeque, soft drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear and beer. One must carry one’s own towel and swimming costume of course.

Fact: Verry few locals know this let alone tourists that Goa has a couple of islands of its own and is also known as a land of islands. Evidence to this fact can be found in its history when it use to be called Gotamtdweepa and Simhala both words indicative of islands.
Safety Measures

Can’t swim? Scared of water? Never Snorkeled before? Well not to worry as our highly skilled instructors are well equipped to keep your nerves at bay. With the best safety equipment and with over two decades of experience in running this other such trips successfully, Atlantis Watersports is your one stop shop for island trips in Goa. If you still don’t believe us you can have a look at the positive remarks left by our awesome customers over the years on our website and Trip Advisor.

Trip Nitty-gritties

This trip lasts the whole day at Goa’s famous Grande Island. Ever heard of ‘Bat Island’ in Goa, well that is indeed Grande Island itself. You can spot dolphins in the open sea as well as historic and culturally rich monuments on your journey to and from Grande Island and therefore need not pay extra for it!
You can snorkel and swim, enjoying Goa’s marine life with ease as we at Atlantis Watersports pack all the snorkeling and safety gear with us so you have to worry about nothing. Even non-swimmers may take part in the water-activities as we have life-jackets on-board as well.
The island trip is open to all age groups and abilities as we provide trained personnel to assist and guide you at every step of the way.
Once done with snorkeling we head back to Monkey beach for a traditional Goan style barbecue and buffet lunch accompanied by chilled beers and fresh juices. You may follow this up with swimming, sunbathing or just chilling on this virgin beach.
For fishing enthusiasts we’ve got Bait Fishing, again at absolutely no extra cost! If you’re often out of luck when it comes to baiting fish, well the fish friendly waters of Monkey Beach are sure to turn your luck around.
This exciting and popular tour of Grande Island winds up by 4pm with many a sweet moment and memory to last you a life time.

Kindly Note

The operation of this island trip is subject to weather conditions. (Operated sporadically during monsoon months)
Every boat is equipped with first aid kits and life jackets.
Guests are kindly advised to reach the departure point 15 minutes prior to given time.

Being a famous outdoor activity, this trip to Grande Island is perfect for all group types such as families, friends, bachelors, bachelorettes and corporates.