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River Cruises
The Goa Tourism Development Corporation
(GTDC) runs a variety of river cruises on the Mandovi
river - daytime, sunset and moonlight. There are two
types of day cruises -- from the Panaji jetty, down
the Mandovi into the Zuari bay and up the Mandovi to
Aldona and a mineral water spring.
A few private firms also offer a variety
of imaginative cruises or boat tours for sunset views
as well as for crocodile or dolphin spotting.
Santa Monica
Santa Monica is the pride of Goa
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. This luxury launch
is built on twin hull and used for daily evening cruises
on river Mandovi with 'live' cultural programmes performed
by the best cultural troupes of Goa.
The launch can accomodate approximately
200 passengers at a time. There is a bar counter to
quench your thirst. Santa Monica launch is also available
for special parties on hourly charges.
The Santa Monica cruise is the most
attractive entertainment with live Goan Cultural Show
and music on board.
Dolphin Fantasy, Pearl of the Orient
and Backwater Thrills to Savoi Verem are on board the
Poseidon, a newly acquired 24-seater fibreglas luxury
launch.
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Sunset Cruise |
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Dep.6.00 PM |
1
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Rs. 100/- per head |
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Sundown Cruise |
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Dep.7.15 PM |
1
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Rs. 100/- per head |
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Full Moon Cruise/Special
Cruise |
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Dep.8.30
PM |
1
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Rs.
150/- per head |
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Arr.
10.30 PM |
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For above cruises, children above 6 years charged
ticket. |
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Dolphin Fantasy Cruise:- |
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Venture into the sea, Watch the dark graceful water
beauties in a playful mood and the rhythmic dance
of love. Sight closely, the head lands jutting out
into the sea, Crowned on either side by Raj Bhavan,
Aguada Fort & Reis Magos. |
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Days of operation: |
On every Monday only. |
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Timings: |
From 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. |
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Rates: |
Rs. 250/- per person inclusive of snacks and cold
drinks |
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Pearl of the Orient:- |
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A blend of Natural & Cultural heritage Cruise-cum-walking
tour to visit World Heritage Monuments at old Goa.
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Days of operation: |
On every Saturday. |
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Timings: |
From 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. |
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Rates: |
Rs. 250/- per person inclusive of refreshments |
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Backwater Thrills:- |
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Cruise
along the riverine tip of Islands of Chorao, Divar,
Old Goa. Enjoy the endless sight and sounds of
Mandovi's thick mangroves. Dock at the country
side to sniff through the Spicy World, Juicy fruits,
exotic plants and medicinal herbs at Savoi Verem,
Spice plantation. Experience the typical Goan
cuisine served in earthen pots and banana leaf.
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Days of operation: |
Tuesday - Friday. |
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Timings: |
From 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. |
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