Now you can enjoy the mesmerizing sights of the mandovi river with a 3 hour dinner cruise. You can enjoy the lovely city view on the way, once weve picked you up.
There are some of the famous sightseeing spots such as Adhil Shah Palace, Mandovi Bridge, Penha De Franca Church, and Floating Casino Cruises.
Have you ever wanted to get on a boat, sip some drinks, and have fun in the middle of the river? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
On board you will be served a buffet dinner (veg/non-veg) that includes Goan style dishes as well as traditional dishes from Goa itself. As you enjoy your meal there will be live DJ music playing in the background while you relax with your friends or family members.
The oldest still standing structure in Panjim, the Adil Shah Palace, is located 3. 6 kilometres away from Panjim, close to the Mandovi shoreline. It is one of Goa’s most significant historical sites. Visitors are drawn to it not only for the architecture and elegance, but also for the history, which dates back to the 1500s.
The only piece of the palace now standing is the Gate entry, which is admired by visitors. The gate’s construction sheds light on the period’s fashion and architecture. It appeals to those who enjoy architecture and history. It is close to St. Cajetan Church and a great location for a photo session.
One of Goa’s most well-known and extensive bridges is the Atal Setu. It is the third Mandovi River bridge to be constructed. In the 1970s, the ferry served as the primary way of transportation between Panaji and Betim village over the Mandovi River until the First Mandovi Bridge was built. The first bridge was constructed in the 1970s as a result of excessive traffic. The first bridge was demolished in 1986 and rebuilt. To handle large transport vehicles, a second bridge was built in 1998.
The third bridge’s construction started in 2014. To accommodate increased traffic, particularly during the busiest travel season at the end of the year, a third cable-stayed bridge was built. On January 27, 2019, the bridge was officially opened.
On the banks of the confluence of the Rivers Mapusa and Mandovi in Goa, there is a majestic 16th-century church called Church of Nossa Senhora De Penha De Franca. A symbol of national heritage, it is renowned for its gorgeous setting with views of Ribandar Causeway on one side and Charao Island on the other. With a high-vaulted ceiling and hand-painted scenes, the church’s interior is beautiful.
Nossa Senhora, a Spanish saint, is honoured in the church. Portuguese sailors travelling to India in the 16th century constructed it. When they had the plague, they firmly believed that Penha De Franca had healed them, and they revered the Saint as the defender of their ships.
The nights in Goa are lit up with the lights of the casinos along the Mondovi River as they float by.
The night is spectacular when you take a dinner cruise on a boat through the Mondovi River and watch these beautiful structures pass by.
The floating casinos in Goa are an attraction in their own right. When night falls and the lights are on, the floating casinos are an amazing sight to behold.
This fort was one of the earliest defences the Portuguese monarchs built against enemy invasion, guarding and watching over the taluka of Bardez across the river from the capital city of Panaji. Although it is not the largest fort in Goa, the building oozes majesty and grandeur and still commands respect and awe.
By no means is the fort that is currently perched on the hill above the Reis Magos Church the first or original building to be erected here. This fort’s earliest iteration dates back to 1493, when the Adil Shahi Sultanate of Bijapur constructed it as a military garrison.
The fort now serves as a cultural centre and is a prominent tourist attraction along with the nearby Reis Magos Church.
Find answers to common questions below. If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us.
The location is at the Mandovi river – Panaji. Duration of the Dinner cruise would be 3 hours approx (9.00pm to 12.00 pm).
Distance from calangute/baga/candolim/arpora/ will be 15 kms and 30 mts approximately.
It is suitable for couples and families.
Anything casual that you wear for a dinner out.