Cruise in Goa

How about having dinner under the stars as you float over the waters of Goa? The dinner cruise in Goa leaves from Santa Monica Jetty and has skilled dancers performing Goa's famous folk dances. The live music and DJ make sure you have a jolly good time. The boat takes you to the Adil Shah's Palace, the promenade and then to the Miramar shoreline. Following this, it returns from the coastline of Betem and Vetem to Santa Monica Jetty. The delicious buffet with complimentary beverages is worth a taste.

Price per person: INR 650 (Adult, dinner included), INR 350 (children between 5-12 yrs, dinner included)
Departure: 8:30 PM (Wednesday and Saturday)
Duration: 2 hours

The perfect definition of Indian Casino, the Deltin Royale casino cruise in Goa is a buzzing affair of entertainment activities, eating options, and various games to try your luck at. While here, you can also enjoy your evening with some laughter club shows, international performances, and musical shows. The cruise also has a lavish restaurant called Vegas that offers mouth-watering buffets in multiple cuisines and a Whisky Lounge that has the most elaborate collection of Single Malts and rare cigars. Furthermore, Skybar here gives you a chance to savour signature cocktails as you take in the beauty of Mandovi River. 
Do try your luck at one of the many casino games available here including American Roulette, Teen Patti, Casino War, Baccarat, Black Jack, and many more.

Price: INR 2500 (Monday- Thursday) and 3,500 rupees (Friday - Sunday)

There are several types of cruises in Goa down the River Mandovi. Some of the best ones are:

Sundown Cruise/Santa Monica in Goa

One of the most enthralling river cruises in Goa, Santa Monica cruise gives one a chance to sail through the water through a sunset. Departing from Santa Monica Jetty at Panaji, the cruise sails past Promenade, Adil Shah Palace, Aguada Fort, Miramar, Momugao Port, Reis Magos Church, Betim and around. Also, witness dancers performing Goa's folk dances and dance to the tunes of the DJ on deck playing pumping music!

Price per person: INR 300 (approx.)
Departure: 7:15 PM
Duration: 1 hour

Full Moon Cruise/Special Cruise in Goa

A perfect cruise for couples, the full moon cruise down the river goes on for longer than the others. This river cruise in Goa takes one for a sail under the soft and romantic moonlight gleaming on the flowing river. It takes place only during the full moon nights leaving the viewers all stunned by the natural beauty of gleaming waters.

Price per person: INR 200
Departure: 8:30 PM
Duration: 2 hours

Backwater Cruise in Goa

The five-hour-long Goa cruise is sure to be a memorable experience. It sails through the Mandovi banks, Chorao, Old Goa, and Divar islands. It is popularly known as Shantadurga and can carry around 150 passengers on one trip. On this backwater cruise, witness colossal fishing and angling nets, refreshing greenery, glittering waters, and mangroves accompanied by the crocodiles. It takes one to a Spice Garden at Keri/Savoi and on an elephant ride. Furthermore, back on the journey, delicious Goan food is served in a traditional style on banana leaves. The trip also involves Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary situated at Chorao Island which is undoubtedly a paradise for keen bird watchers.

Price per person: INR 900 (Adult), INR 450 (Children between 5-12 yrs)
Departure: 9:30 AM
Duration: 5 hours

• You can purchase the tickets for the cruise from Santa Monica Jetty, next to Mandovi Bridge, from where all the cruises depart.
• You can also book the same online as various operators offer that service as well.