Lining the shores of the Arabian Sea, Goa being a coastal town has a number of activities for one to explore. The number of boat trips that it has to offer is a big boost for the state tourism as well as it tourists. To spend time in the sea, amidst the blue waters is a privilege and a boon.
Listed below are the Top-5 Boat Trips that one must take in Goa:
Grand Island boat trip
A trip to the Grand Island on a boat, fishing, dolphin sighting, crocodile spotting and also spotting Goa’s history-defining sculptures such as the Aguada fort, the central jail and the millionaire’s bungalow is a thing to remember.
Time of the tour: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Operational months: October - March
Price: 1599/- per person
- Trip is inclusive of
- Boat Trip
- Buffet Lunch spread with BBQ (Fish/Chicken/Veg)
- Magnificent Dolphin spotting
- A hand at Fishing
- Dolphin spotting
- Mineral Water/Beer/Rum
- Variety of Snacks and Fruits
- Snorkeling with Equipment
Trip excludes:
- Breakfast
- Swimsuits and change of clothes
Scuba diving experience will be charged extra at around Rs 3000/person. This once in a lifetime and mind-blowing experience is worth the cost.
Where to Book ? : Grand Island Goa Website
Dolphin cruise in Goa
Experience a relaxing and a rejuvenating safari at the dolphin cruise in Goa. The Arabian Sea is home to Indo-Pacific Humpback dolphins and Finless Porpoises. Watch them perform their moves choreographed by nature to perfection. The dolphin cruise will be equally enjoyed by both young and old.
The Indo-Pacific Humpback dolphins are found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and south-east Asia. They can be identified by their grey color and pink patches. They are called so because of the hump behind their dorsal fin. They are the most-friendly species of Dolphins.
The shy Finless Porpoises are black to grey in color. As their name suggests, they have no dorsal fins. They are not friendly and are very swift hence difficult to photograph.
Location: Boat Jetty, Sequirem
Timings: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (45 minutes per trip)
Months of operation: October to May
Price: Rs 500/- per person
Trip is inclusive of:
- Boat safari
- Life jacket
- Sightseeing
Where to Book ?: Goa Tours Packages
Adventure boat trip, Goa
The Adventure Boat Cruise package offered by a number of travel agencies include a thrilling combination of adventure sports, sightseeing and leisure activities. Not a swimmer? Fret not. Because this package caters to the needs of non-swimmers as well.
Love exploring the scenic mountains and trees, paddle across rivers, and to come across ecosystems like mangroves, mudflats, and backwaters? Then kayaking is for you.
You can also try the SUP-stand up paddle boats. One must know how to balance and paddle. If you don’t, there are instructors to help you out.
One can also come across some great manmade architecture and creations such as Reis Magos Fort, Adil Shah Palace, Legislative Assembly and the Mandovi Bridge. You can also indulge in some fishing for leisure.
Location: Youth hostel jetty, Behind Marriott hotel, Miramar, Goa
Duration: There are two trips. One is from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm and the other from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Cost: Rs 1899/- per person
The trip is inclusive of:
- Snacks
- Chilled beer
- Mineral water
- Soft drinks
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Swimming and sunbathing
- SUP boarding- with training
- Snorkeling with a kit and a guide
Where to Book: Travel Adventure India
Overnight houseboat trip on Chapora River Backwater
It is one the most romantic and sensuous houseboat trips on the backwaters of Chapora in North Goa. The houseboat, Santa Lucia, is a luxurious wooden boat house with three deluxe bedrooms, a lobby cum dining area, two open sit-outs and a well-stocked bar for your overnight stay on the cruise in Goa Backwater.
Location: Siolim, North Goa
Cost: 11,500/- per couple
Timing: From 5:00 pm to 1 pm the next day
Operational month: October to May
The trip includes:
- Pick up and drop from hotels in Panjim, Calangute, Baga and Candolim in an AC shared vehicle
- Snacks and fruits
- Drinks(Extra charges)
- Fishing and dolphin sighting
- Meals-Dinner, Breakfast and lunch(veg/ non-veg)
A number of games can be played on board like cards, chess, scrabble and ludo.
Things to carry:
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Camera
An extra pair of clothes
Where to Book: GoaBoatCruise.com
Crocodile and Bird watching in Goa
A sail down the Zuari River and Cambarjua canals in Goa are going to be a treat for all the animal lovers and bird watchers. The crocodiles, still as a rock and a number of migratory and native birds can be spotted along the Zuari and the Cambarjua.
Timing of the trip: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Place: There are two places which offer this trip
9:00 am Old Goa Jetty
10:00 am Cortalim Jetty
Operational months: November - May
Price: 1599/- Per Person
The trip is inclusive of:
Snacks
Soft drinks
Life jackets
Where to Book : Crocodile and Bird Watching Boat trip
The versatility of the Goa tourism is mindboggling. It has something to offer for everyone alike. It’s a tourist state and loved by all. The boat trips in Goa are specifically splendid with a hint of romance. Every tourist and native must try these boat trips at least once to feel satisfied and complete.
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