Family-Friendly Adventure in Goa Marcel: A One-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Nature and Culture

Goa Marcel, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Alchemia

Kick off your day with a nutritious breakfast at Café Alchemia, famous for their fluffy pancakes and tropical fruit smoothies that will fuel your adventures.
A quick 5-minute drive from your accommodation will guide you to this cozy café.
INR500, 1 hour

9:00AM

Explore Nirmal Baba Temple

After breakfast, head over to Nirmal Baba Temple, a nearby peaceful site with beautiful architecture, perfect for a morning exploration and some family photos.
This temple is only a 10-minute drive from the café.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Dudhsagar Waterfalls

Next, embark on a journey to the magnificent Dudhsagar Waterfalls, where the entire family can marvel at the cascading water and even dip their toes in the cool lake below.
It's approximately a 1-hour drive from Nirmal Baba Temple to Dudhsagar.
INR1000 (Entry per person), 2.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Spice Plantation

Enjoy a hearty lunch at a nearby spice plantation, where you can indulge in traditional Goan cuisine while surrounded by lush greenery.
The plantation is a short 20-minute drive from Dudhsagar Waterfalls.
INR800, 1 hour

2:00PM

Spice Plantation Tour

After lunch, take an interactive spice plantation tour that educates you about various spices, pepper trees, and the ecological significance—all perfect for the kids to learn.
Continue from lunch as the tour is included at the plantation.
INR300 (Tour fee per person), 1 hour

3:30PM

Visit the Archaeological Museum in Old Goa

Post plantation, drive to the Archaeological Museum located in Old Goa, where you can explore exhibits that showcase the region’s rich history and heritage.
The museum is about a 30-minute drive from the plantation.
INR200 (Entry per person), 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Relax at Marcel Lake

After the museum visit, wind down at Marcel Lake, where you can enjoy a leisurely walk along the water’s edge while the kids can play and take in the tranquility.
Marcel Lake is just a 25-minute drive from Old Goa.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Gunpowder

Conclude your day with dinner at Gunpowder, celebrated for its diverse South Indian dishes and a cozy family-friendly environment that caters to all tastes.
Located around a 15-minute drive from the lake.
INR1500 (for the family), 1.5 hours
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