Cruises

One of the best possible ways to experience the kaleidoscopic state of Kerala is a cruise along its backwaters. Any leisure cruise in Kerala reveals its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It is the Kerala backwaters cruises that complete the tour to southern India.

The countryside when experienced on the Kerala cruises is an unforgettable experience. For the nature lovers cruises in Alleppey region of Kerala displays the fantabulous flora and fauna. Cruises in Kuttanad area of Kerala bring you in the lap of Mother Nature with the gorgeous green paddy fields. There are several tourist destinations that may be enjoyed under the Kerala backwater cruises.

Houseboats are you partners for Kerala cruises; they have been transporting men and material in the backwaters of Kerala through ages. Each cruise in Kerala makes you glide in serenity and absorb the surrounding beauty.

Though most of the tourists to Kerala take up leisure cruises, there are several special interests Kerala cruises available too. Kerala Nature cruises, Kerala houseboat cruises, Kerala coir-making cruises, Kerala culture cruises, Kerala culinary cruises, and Kerala heritage cruises. All in all, the Kerala cruises are the best way to unwind and rejuvenate you.

River cruise facilities are also available in Goa. A popular alternative to watching the sunset from a beach bar is an evening River Cruise along the Mandovi from Panjim. GTDC runs two return trips every day from Santa Monica jetty. Snacks and drinks are available, and a display of Konkani and Portuguese dance accompanied by folk singers in traditional Goan costume, and sometimes a live Hindi cover band. Two hour "Full moon" cruises leave daily, regardless of the lunar phase. Operating in direct competition to GTDC are Emerald Waters Cruises from the quay outside the Hotel Mandovi. They also offer longer sightseeing trips during the day.

Some of the cruise services available are listed below:

  1. Nagarjunasagar
  2. Cochin to Lakshadweep
  3. Calcutta to Andaman & Nicobar
  4. Chennai to Andaman & Nicobar
  5. Vishakhapatnam to Andaman & Nicobar
  6. Mumbai to Goa
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