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One festival. One village. One unforgettable way to experience Goa's most vibrant monsoon tradition. If you're looking for unique things to do in South Goa during the monsoon, Soul Travelling's São João Experience offers an immersive journey into one of Goa's most cherished festivals. Set in the village of Benaulim, this experience combines local culture, storytelling, music, food, and festive traditions that have been celebrated for generations. The trail begins at Silva Heritage with a refreshing welcome drink, followed by a hands-on Kopel-making session where guests create and wear their own traditional floral crowns. Local snacks and refreshments set the mood before the group heads to Benaulim Church for a storytelling session exploring the village's history and the significance of São João. Guests then visit a nearby traditional cross for prayers and the symbolic Kopel offering ritual before proceeding to the village pond, where authentic São João celebrations unfold alongside the local community. Experience the festive atmosphere, age-old traditions, and the spirit that makes this monsoon festival so special. The celebrations conclude back at Silva Heritage with seasonal fruits, refreshing Goan Feni cocktails, pool activities, live music, and traditional Ghumat performances. Start Time: 11:00 AM ▪ Duration: 6 Hours ▪ Date: 24th June 2026 ▪ Location: Silva Heritage, Benaulim What's Included? ▪ Guided Cultural Trail ▪ Welcome Drink ▪ Kopel-Making Workshop ▪ Storytelling Session ▪ Traditional Ritual Experience ▪ Local Snacks & Refreshments ▪ Seasonal Fruits ▪ Feni Cocktails ▪ Pool Activities ▪ Live Music & Ghumat Performances What Makes This Experience Special? ▪ Celebrate Goa's iconic São João Festival ▪ Learn the tradition of making a Kopel ▪ Discover Benaulim's history and culture ▪ Witness authentic village celebrations ▪ Enjoy local music, food, and festive rituals ▪ Experience Goa's monsoon spirit with the local community Itinerary ▪ Arrival at Silva Heritage ▪ Kopel-Making Session ▪ Storytelling at Benaulim Church ▪ Ritual at Traditional Cross ▪ São João Celebrations at Village Pond ▪ Seasonal Fruits & Feni Cocktails ▪ Pool Activities & Festivities