About Hoka Palm Groves
Hoka Palm Groves is a distinctive natural attraction located in Nagoa village on Diu Island in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It is known for dense clusters of branching Hoka palms (Hyphaene thebaica), a rare palm species with forked trunks uncommon in India. The groves lie near Nagoa Beach and are noted for their unusual appearance, shade, and botanical rarity, making them a quiet sightseeing stop for visitors exploring Diu.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open grove of tall, branching Hoka palms with distinctive forked trunks and fan-shaped fronds spread across sandy terrain near Nagoa Beach. The area is quiet and natural with scattered shade, footpaths between trees, and open views suitable for short walks, sightseeing and photography. There are no major built structures; the experience is primarily botanical and landscape-focused.
Key highlights
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Dense grove of rare branching Hoka palms (Hyphaene thebaica) with forked trunks
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Unique botanical attraction uncommon elsewhere in India
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Located very close to Nagoa Beach, easily combined with a beach visit
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Natural shade and photogenic landscape for sightseeing and photography
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Quiet, low-crowd nature stop on Diu Island