subject: River Cruises Of Goa [print this page] Other than its beaches and natural wonders inland, Goa also has a secret getaway road that leads to the river cruise on Mandovi River. Read on to know more about river cruises of Goa and also check out some good hotels in Goa for a comfortable stay and easy accessible location.
For those who can get away from the temptation of the beach or those who had their fill of the views of Goa, the best option at adventure is a river cruise. The beaches are definitely the tourist favorites and are also great options at chilling out plus the natural beauty of inland Goa is unmatched anywhere else. These are the main attractions of Goa but another attraction is the river cruise that is not famous yet is a must have experience. River cruises in Goa are mostly on the Mandovi River which is the largest. The cruises start from Panjim, the state capital and there are a number of choices to choose from like morning, evenings and dinner cruises. It is really hard to judge which one is the best though the evening and dinner cruises are much preferred. The cruise starts from Mandovi River in Panjim and enters the calm Zuari River while another turns into the Aldona River. The boat passes through several heritage locations of Goa like Reis Magos Fort and Aguada Fort, etc. The evening cruise or the sunset cruise as it is called is popular due to the cultural performances that are performed by troupes for the entertainment of guests. Yet the most popular part is the night cruise or moonlight or dinner cruise. The chance of eating out with your family under the full moon and the great menu on offer makes for a trip to cherish. The folk music of Goa and the authentic Goa trance help in creating a great atmosphere that is highly infectious. The night tours are especially reserved and are a great option for newlyweds or honeymooning couples and trips starts from around 5 to 5.30 in the evenings. The Goa tourism board also has a sea cruise that is also quite popular among travelers.
Hotel Manvin is situated centrally in Panjim and is close to the railway station. This fine budget hotel has been praised for its facilities and easy location by former guests. The rooms are fully air conditioned and equipped with all major amenities. Hotel also offers a multi cuisine restaurant or lounge bar and gaming facility. The room rates start from Rs.1440. Another fine hotel is Park Plaza that is situated just opposite the Azad Maidan in Panjim. Hotel enjoys great recommendation among former guests for its facilities. Hotel offers air conditioned rooms with balconies plus restaurant and bar. Room rates startfrom Rs.2750.
