Grand Island, or Grande Island, is one of the most exotic places in Goa. There are a lot of package tours to the island. The package typically includes snorkeling, fishing, and a delicious meal. Sighting of dolphins is also regular in and around the island.
This photo of Flying Fish near Grand Island is courtesy of TripAdvisor
This island in Goa is accessible by boat. You can experience underwater life through snorkeling. Experts are there to guide you at Monkey Beach. It is pretty safe to do snorkeling at Monkey Beach on Grande Island.
There are package tours to this island. The Grande Island package tour costs around two thousand rupees, including boat fare and snorkeling charges. Please confirm the rates before agreeing to the package tour.
How Do I Go to The Grand Island in Goa?
The Grand Island or Grande Island is on the Arabian Sea. There are boat services from the mainland every morning, starting at around 8 am. Services are there till 3 pm, depending on the bookings. It takes less than 30 minutes to travel by boat.
Bat Island alias Pequeno Island
Bat Island, alias Pequeno Island, is another famous island known for snorkeling. It is very close to the mainland, on your way to Grand Island or Grande Island. Pequeno Island is also known as Marmagao Goa.
Fresh Fish can be caught from the sea and barbecued on these islands.
Netrani Island is another island close to Goa known for Scuba Diving.