The river cruise, especially the evening sunset cruise is a beautiful experience. Most of the cruise trips last for one hour with a ride across the Mandovi River till the Miramar Beach point. The cruise trips are usually accompanied by Goan cultural activities like Music, Dance, etc. The activities also include tourists joining the dance at the end of the program.
Common Info
Distance (From Kadamba Bus Terminus): 1 Kms
Visited From: Kadamba Bus Terminus
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 2 Hours
Place Location: Santa Monica Boat Jetty, Panjim
Transportation Options: Bus / Cab / Auto / Rental Bike / Boat
At a distance 1 km from Panaji Kadamba Bus Terminus, River Cruise is a memorable and must experience activity in Panaji. It is one of the top Goa places to visit. The river cruises start from Santa Monica Boat Jetty and Panaji Jetty on Mandovi river in Panaji town on Old Panaji Road. River cruise is one of the top things to do in Goa.
There is also a Dinner cruise that leaves Santa Monica Jetty at 8:45 PM and comes back at 10:45 PM.
A full day (9.30 AM to 4 PM) backwater cruise trip is also arranged by Goa Tourist Dept from Santa Monica. The Backwater Cruise takes you along the mangrove-lined banks of the Mandovi River, between the Chorao and Divar islandsincluding Dr. Salim Ali's Bird Sanctuary at Chorao Island. It is a must do activity for Bird lovers.
Goa offshore Casino ships are accessible from Panaji Jetty past Santa Monica Jetty.
About Experience
River Mandovi, or Goa’s lifeline, offers amazing views to those who cruise on this scenic waterway. Watch pretty Goan houses against the shoreline with lovely live music and lip-smacking food as guests sail away! Enjoy folk song and dance performances by local boys and girls too. This activity is for those who want a serene cruise with onboard entertainment and beautiful memories of a Goan holiday.
Inclusions
Non-alcoholic beverage
Beer
Live DJ
Goan folk song and dance performance
Know before you go
Please do not throw any trash in the river
Complimentary for children under the age of two years
Not included
Food and beverage
Pickup and drop
Tips and gratuities (optional)
Charges: Sunset Cruise (1 Hour): Rs. 300 per person Dinner Cruise (2 Hours - Wednesday & Saturday): Rs. 650 including dinner (Rs. 300 for children between 5-12 years). Backwater Cruise (9.30 AM to 4 PM): Rs. 900 for adults & Rs. 450 for children between 5-12 years
