Night Walk at Fort Aguada Port & Jail

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Make It Happen
TYPE OF EXPERIENCE

Signature
LOCATION

North Goa
PRICE

From Rs. 700
DURATION

1 Hour 15 Mins
PHYSICAL INTENSITY

Light
GROUP SIZE

Min. 1, Max. 20

History
Culture
Outdoors
Lifestyle
Photography
Art & Design
Architecture
Educational

About the experience

Uncover the stories of Aguad, a magnificent 17th-century monument on a short night walk. Listen to our storyteller’s tales of Aguad’s evolution from a bustling port to a lower fort to a prison facility and ultimately a heritage monument. Immerse yourself in the rich historical narrative behind this iconic structure which has been a witness to the passage of time and the fascinating stories it holds.

Highlights

Receive a vivid introduction to the 400-year-old monument under the night sky, highlighting the evolution of the port and jail complex.
Marvel at the trademark Portuguese-style architecture.
Explore various sections of Fort Aguada – including exclusive access to a beautiful chapel, a freshwater spring, former kitchen and prison cells of the Aguada jail.
Discover gripping tales of the epic battles fought between Indian kingdoms and the colonial Portuguese empire for control of the fortress.
Unearth soul-stirring stories of the prison inmates, testimonies of its dramatic past.

Night Walk at Fort Aguada Port & Jail

From ₹700/person

Night Walk at Fort Aguada Port & Jail

Standard (Join an existing tour)
Private (Just you and our storyteller)

₹700

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December 2023

Adult

₹700/person (13+ yrs.)

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Child

₹350/person (5-12 yrs.)

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Cap

₹250/person (Add on)

Umbrella

₹500/person (Add on)

Umbrella on Rent

₹200/person (Add on)

Please Pick a Date

Category: Standard

Description

Description

₹1,400 Start From

❮
❯
December 2023

Adult

₹1,400/person (13+ yrs.)

− +

Child

₹700/person (5-12 yrs.)

− +

Cap

₹250/person (Add on)

Umbrella

₹500/person (Add on)

Umbrella on Rent

₹200/person (Add on)

Please Pick a Date

Category: Private

Description

Description

Need help to choose an experience, or combine multiple experiences to make a day of it, or make group bookings for 20+ people?
Call: +91 9764972646

WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Night walk led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
- Entry ticket to the Fort Aguada monument.
- Exclusive access to a chapel, freshwater spring, kitchens and prison cells.
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
- This is a night walk. Vehicles are not allowed inside the complex.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and snacks.
- Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
- We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks or sanitizers.
TRAVELLER TIPS
- Please bring your own water bottle.
- Wear comfortable shoes.
- Please bring your own umbrella/raincoat or hat/sunglasses based on weather conditions.
FAQ’s
1. What time does the experience start ?
  The Aguad Night heritage walk is available for booking from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Travellers can also request customised private tours. Please contact us in advance to see if our storyteller is available at the time slot you require.
2. How do we reach the meeting point at Aguada Port and Jail Complex ?
  A link to the location will be sent to your phone along with further details of the tour, the name and number of your guide.
3. Is there parking available?
  Yes. There is ample designated paid parking space available for travellers visiting the monument. Parking fees are not included in the cost of the tour and will have to be paid directly by the guest.
4. Can this heritage walk be done with a vehicle?
  No. Private vehicles are not allowed inside the monument. However, electric buggies can be booked based on availability.
5. Is photography permitted?
  Yes, photography is permitted at the monument. However, travellers must take care not to cause damage to the heritage structure by attempting to climb over or manoeuvre into risky areas while trying to take photographs.
6. Will we be entering any exclusive spaces in the monument?
  Yes. Our Fort Aguada heritage walk includes exclusive access to a beautiful chapel, freshwater spring, kitchens and prison cells.
7. Can we consume alcohol during the heritage walk?
  No. Consumption of alcohol is not permitted during the heritage walk. However, once the tour is complete, our storytellers would be happy to recommend local spots for a drink. Check out our Goan Feni & Tapas Experience for a fun immersion into Goan cocktails and cuisine.
8. Do we need to wear face masks?
  It is not mandatory to wear face masks. However, we recommend wearing face masks, using sanitizers and maintaining social distance in all public spaces.
9. Are Covid-19 protocols followed during the heritage walk?
  All Covid-19 safety precautions will be taken by us. Our storytellers are all double vaccinated, wear face masks, maintain social distance and avoid physical contact. All enclosed spaces will be sanitised by us.
10. Are restrooms available?
  There are restrooms available for use within the monument.
11. Are meals/food/snacks included?
  No. The experience does not include any food and beverages. However, once the experience is completed, guests can visit the food and beverage outlets available in the fort premises. Our storytellers can also recommend some cool spots nearby.
MANDATES
- Littering is strictly prohibited. Avoid carrying disposable or single-use materials.
- Guests are required to carry their own reusable water bottles.
- Alcohol consumption during the tour is prohibited.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancel up to 7 days before the Experience start time for a full refund, or within 24 hours of booking as long as the booking is made more than 48 hours before the start time.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If we cancel the experience due to unavoidable circumstances, then a full refund will be processed.
- For groups sizes of 15 and above, refund upon cancellation will be provided if cancellation is done 7 days prior to the booking date of the experience.

Location

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Our Storytellers

Our experiences are led by passionate, professional, English-speaking local storytellers.

Amreen Shaikh

Lata Rodrigues

Raysancia D’cunha

Abhijith Ramesh

Evane Picardo

Petula Castellino

Nelson Menezes

Josina D’Silva

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