Private Yacht in Goa Price from ₹9,500

Next departures

Next bookable sailing on each, checked 11 Nov, 6:27 pm IST
Option	Next sailing	Price
MANDOVI LOUNGE Boat – Up to 8 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹9,500 per boat
WAVE RIDER Yacht – Up to 6 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹10,000 per yacht
BLUE FIN Yacht - Up to 6 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹11,000 per yacht
THE RINKER 260EC Yacht - Up to 7 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹12,000 per yacht
MANTA RAY Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹13,000 per yacht
MV TARA Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹13,000 per yacht
AQUILA Yacht - Up to 10 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹14,000 per yacht
FUNLINER Yacht - Up to 12 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹15,000 per yacht
SEA RAY 330 Yacht - Up to 10 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹15,000 per yacht
PRESTIGE 36 Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹17,000 per yacht
MV COCO Yacht - Up to 16 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹19,000 per yacht
SUNSET 42 Yacht - Up to 15 Pax	Fri 13 Nov, 9:00 AM	₹25,000 per yacht

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12 options from ₹9,500 per yacht. Pay 50% now to confirm the boat, the rest on board — live prices, November 2026.

Private Yachts: prices on GoaWala, November 2026
Experience	Price	Guests	Duration	Starts from	Free cancellation
MANDOVI LOUNGE Boat – Up to 8 Pax	₹9,500 per boat	up to 8	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
WAVE RIDER Yacht – Up to 6 Pax	₹10,000 per yacht	up to 6	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
BLUE FIN Yacht - Up to 6 Pax	₹11,000 per yacht	up to 6	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
THE RINKER 260EC Yacht - Up to 7 Pax	₹12,000 per yacht	up to 7	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
MANTA RAY Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	₹13,000 per yacht	up to 8	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
MV TARA Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	₹13,000 per yacht	up to 8	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
AQUILA Yacht - Up to 10 Pax	₹14,000 per yacht	up to 10	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
FUNLINER Yacht - Up to 12 Pax	₹15,000 per yacht	up to 12	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
SEA RAY 330 Yacht - Up to 10 Pax	₹15,000 per yacht	up to 10	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
PRESTIGE 36 Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	₹17,000 per yacht	up to 8	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
MV COCO Yacht - Up to 16 Pax	₹19,000 per yacht	up to 16	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before
SUNSET 42 Yacht - Up to 15 Pax	₹25,000 per yacht	up to 15	2 Hours	Britona	up to 14 days before

Cheapest price we found — boat by boat

GoaWala against the cheapest other seller found for the same experience
Option	GoaWala	Cheapest other seller	Checked
WAVE RIDER Yacht – Up to 6 Pax	₹10,000	Another online seller ₹10,000	10 Nov 2026
BLUE FIN Yacht - Up to 6 Pax	₹11,000	Blue Fin ₹11,000	11 Nov 2026
THE RINKER 260EC Yacht - Up to 7 Pax	₹12,000	Goa Cruising ₹12,000	11 Nov 2026
FUNLINER Yacht - Up to 12 Pax	₹15,000	Another online seller ₹15,000	10 Nov 2026
PRESTIGE 36 Yacht - Up to 8 Pax	₹17,000	Another online seller ₹17,000	11 Nov 2026
SUNSET 42 Yacht - Up to 15 Pax	₹25,000	Yachts Goa ₹25,000	10 Nov 2026

A private yacht rental is the one Goa experience that is genuinely yours: your group, your music, two hours on the Mandovi (an hour sailing, an hour at anchor) with a captain and crew and nobody else on board. Boats range from six-seaters to a sixteen-guest party yacht, six of them with an air-conditioned cabin and a washroom, and the price per head drops sharply as your group grows.

We quote the boat, and every boat is bookable online with the date live on the calendar — no deposit negotiation, no calling three operators to find out who is free on Saturday. Birthdays, sunset proposals, bachelorette parties and family days on the river are what most groups book them for.

Chartering the whole boat and want to see the fleet side by side? See private yacht charter in Goa.

You are booking the boat, not a seat

This is the part worth being clear about, because most listings elsewhere are not.

Every price on this page is for the entire yacht for two hours: one hour sailing and one hour at anchor. ₹11,000 for the BLUE FIN means ₹11,000 whether two of you go or all six. For a group of six that is a little over ₹1,800 each — for a private boat, which is why charters often work out close to the price of a seat on a shared dinner cruise once there are a few of you.

Each boat's capacity is in its name: up to 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 15 or 16 guests. Book the smallest boat that fits your group comfortably; the deck space matters more than the number.

Which yacht to pick

Prices are for the whole boat for two hours, as listed today; the live price is on each boat's card below.

Up to 6 guests: the WAVE RIDER (₹10,000) or the BLUE FIN (₹11,000) — quick, open boats with a private deck; the BLUE FIN has a washroom.
Up to 8 on a budget: the MANDOVI LOUNGE at ₹9,500 is the cheapest boat on the list — open-deck lounge seating, no cabin or washroom.
7–8 guests: the RINKER 260EC (₹12,000, up to 7, washroom), the MV TARA (₹13,000), the MANTA RAY (₹13,000, air-conditioned with a washroom) or the PRESTIGE 36 (₹17,000, washroom).
10–12 guests: the AQUILA (₹14,000, up to 10), the SEA RAY 330 (₹15,000, up to 10) or the FUNLINER (₹15,000, up to 12) — all three air-conditioned with a washroom.
Big celebrations: the MV COCO (₹19,000, up to 16) or the SUNSET 42 (₹25,000, up to 15), both air-conditioned with a washroom and room for a cake and a speaker.

What is included

The whole yacht for 2 hours: 1 hour sailing and 1 hour at anchor.
A captain and crew, and fuel for the route.
Chilled soft drinks, soda, water and ice.
A Bluetooth music system for your own playlist.
Life-saving equipment on board, and all taxes in the price — no hidden charges.
You can bring your own snacks and drinks.

Boarding at Britona, and where you sail

Every charter leaves from Britona Jetty on the Mandovi, just across the river from Panaji — about 10 minutes from Panaji and 25–30 minutes from Calangute and the North Goa beaches. It is a working jetty rather than a marina, quieter than the tourist jetties in town; arrive a few minutes early and somebody will walk you to your boat.

Boats board every two hours from 7 AM to 7 PM, and you pick the time when you book. The sailing hour is on the Mandovi; your skipper sets the exact route on the day with the tide and the weather, then anchors for the second hour so the deck is yours for photos, music and the view.

Birthdays, proposals, bachelorettes and shoots

A private boat is the easiest venue in Goa to make personal, because nobody else is on it. Groups regularly bring a cake, a speaker or a photographer, and companies book them for team celebrations.

Decoration, a cake, food, a photographer or live music can be arranged on request at the jetty, at extra cost — tell us what you'd like when you book and the team confirms it and the price before the day. Drone and commercial shoots need clearance in advance, so ask before you plan on one.

Planning one? See a birthday party on a yacht, a proposal on a yacht and a bachelorette party yacht.

The best time of day to charter

Mornings are calm and the light is good for photographs. The 5 PM boarding is the sunset slot — the golden hour lands on your deck, and it books out first on weekends.

October to March is the reliable season. Through the monsoon, river conditions restrict private sailings and departures can be cancelled on the day; the calendar on each boat shows what is genuinely available.

Advance and cancellation

To confirm a yacht you pay 50% of the boat's price online by UPI or card, and the rest on board. Cancellation is free up to 14 days before your slot; cancel later than that and there is no refund — the advance is kept.

How booking works

No enquiry forms, no waiting for a callback, no price that changes when you arrive.

Pick your experience and date — availability is live, not a request.
Enter how many of you are coming. The price you see is the price you pay, in rupees.
Pay online by UPI or card. Some experiences let you pay part now and the rest on the day.
Your confirmation and booking code arrive straight away by email — show it on your phone when you arrive.
Need to change something? Message us on WhatsApp with your booking code.

Getting to Britona Jetty

Britona Jetty sits in Penha de França village, Bardez taluka, on the Mandovi River backwaters — the primary boarding hub for private yacht charters in North Goa. It is roughly 5 to 7 km north of central Panaji, a 10- to 15-minute drive via the Atal Setu or Mandovi Bridge (NH 66).

From the Calangute and Baga beach belt it is 12 to 14 km away, typically 25 to 35 minutes by road via Chogm Road. Coming from South Goa, it is about 34 km northwest of Margao (Madgaon) Railway Station, a 50- to 65-minute drive. If you are arriving by train, Karmali Railway Station (KRMI) is the closest stop to the Panaji and Old Goa jetties at 12 to 14 km, roughly a 20- to 25-minute taxi ride.

Because many yachts moor mid-river to avoid grounding at low tide, passengers at jetties such as Britona are ferried out to the vessel in small motorized tender dinghies — allow a few extra minutes for that transfer.

Panaji: 5–7 km, 10–15 minutes via Atal Setu or Mandovi Bridge
Calangute / Baga: 12–14 km, 25–35 minutes via Chogm Road
Margao (Madgaon) station: about 34 km, 50–65 minutes
Karmali station (KRMI): 12–14 km from the Panaji and Old Goa jetties

What the rules require before you board

Private yacht charters in Goa are regulated by the Captain of Ports (CoP) Department under the Inland Vessels Act, 2021, and every commercial vessel must hold valid survey certifications, fitness certificates and river navigation permits. Open-sea navigation is suspended during the southwest monsoon, roughly June 1 to late September, with operations restricted to designated inland river zones.

Every passenger must present an original government-issued photo ID — an Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence or voter ID — at the jetty to complete the coastal passenger manifest before boarding. Vessels are required to carry SOLAS-approved life jackets for every guest and crew member, including child-sized flotation devices, and the crew runs an emergency safety briefing before casting off. Operators also maintain third-party and passenger insurance coverage of at least ₹2,00,000 per passenger.

Smoking is prohibited inside air-conditioned staterooms and interior salons, and operators enforce a zero-tolerance policy on illegal narcotics under Goa Police coastal regulations.

Original government photo ID for every passenger at the jetty
SOLAS-approved life jackets for all guests and crew, including child sizes
Safety briefing before casting off
No smoking inside air-conditioned cabins and salons

Where a longer charter can take you

The standard two-hour booking keeps you on the Mandovi — one hour sailing and one hour at anchor. Inland river itineraries run past the cable-stayed Atal Setu bridge, the 16th-century Adil Shah Palace in Panaji and the mangrove habitats of the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary on Chorao Island, roughly 5 km upstream from Panaji.

Heading toward the river mouth, the route passes the 16th-century Reis Magos Fort in Verem, Bardez taluka, about 8 km west of Panaji by road. Coastal itineraries that enter the Arabian Sea anchor near Sinquerim Bay below Fort Aguada in Candolim, around 15 km northwest of Panaji.

For a longer day, extended 4- to 6-hour charters head south to Grande Island (Ilha Grande) off the Mormugao peninsula, about 20 km southwest of the Mandovi estuary, anchoring for swimming and snorkeling. GoaWala's yachts book as two-hour charters on the Mandovi; a 4-hour charter costs twice the yacht's 2-hour price (the BLUE FIN is ₹11,000 for two hours) — ask on WhatsApp and the team tells you whether a Grande Island run is possible on your date. See Grande Island Goa for the full trip guide.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private yacht rental in Goa cost?

From ₹9,500 (MANDOVI LOUNGE, up to 8 guests) to ₹25,000 (SUNSET 42, up to 15 guests) for the whole boat for two hours — 1 hour sailing and 1 hour at anchor. A ₹15,000 charter split between ten people is ₹1,500 each.

Is the price per person or for the whole yacht?

For the whole yacht. You book the boat for two hours and bring your own group, up to the capacity in the boat's name, at no extra charge.

How many people fit on a private yacht in Goa?

Between 6 and 16. The WAVE RIDER and BLUE FIN take 6, the RINKER 260EC 7, the MANDOVI LOUNGE, MV TARA, MANTA RAY and PRESTIGE 36 take 8, the AQUILA and SEA RAY 330 take 10, the FUNLINER 12, the SUNSET 42 15 and the MV COCO 16.

Where do the yachts depart from in Goa?

All twelve board at Britona Jetty on the Mandovi, opposite Panaji and about 25–30 minutes from Calangute. Your booking confirmation gives the boarding point and time.

What time do yacht charters leave?

Every two hours from 7 AM to 7 PM; you choose the time when you book. The 5 PM boarding catches the sunset.

What is included in the price?

The whole boat for two hours with a captain and crew, fuel, chilled soft drinks, soda, water and ice, a Bluetooth music system and life-saving equipment. All taxes are included.

Can we bring our own food and drinks?

Yes, you can bring your own snacks and drinks. Food, a cake or decoration can also be arranged on request at extra cost — ask when you book.

Which yachts have air conditioning and a washroom?

The AQUILA, FUNLINER, MANTA RAY, MV COCO, SEA RAY 330 and SUNSET 42 have air conditioning and a washroom. The BLUE FIN, PRESTIGE 36 and RINKER 260EC have a washroom without air conditioning. The MANDOVI LOUNGE, MV TARA and WAVE RIDER are open boats with neither.

Can we celebrate a birthday or a proposal on board?

Yes — it is the main reason people charter. The whole boat is yours for two hours, for 6 to 16 guests. Tell us the occasion when you book; decoration, a cake or a photographer are arranged on request at extra cost.

How much do I pay to book a yacht?

50% of the boat's price online by UPI or card to confirm; the rest is paid on board.

What is the cancellation policy for yacht charters?

Free cancellation up to 14 days before your slot. Cancel later than that and there is no refund — the advance is kept.

How far in advance should I book a yacht in Goa?

For a weekend sunset slot in season, a few days at least — that is the slot that goes first. Weekday mornings are often free at short notice; the calendar on each boat shows live availability.

Do yacht charters run during the monsoon?

Availability is limited between June and September and sailings can be cancelled on the day when the river is rough. The live calendar on each boat shows the dates actually open.

Do I need to bring ID to board a yacht in Goa?

Yes. Every passenger must present an original government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence or voter ID — at the jetty to complete the coastal passenger manifest before boarding.

Can yachts go out to the open sea all year round?

No. Open-sea navigation is suspended during the southwest monsoon, roughly June 1 to late September, with operations restricted to designated inland river zones. The reliable open-sea season runs from mid-October to mid-May.

How do I get from my hotel to Britona Jetty?

Britona Jetty is 5–7 km (10–15 minutes) from Panaji and 12–14 km (25–35 minutes) from Calangute and Baga via Chogm Road. It is about 34 km (50–65 minutes) from Margao station. See Goa Cruise with Hotel Pickup & Drop if you want transport arranged.

Can we do a longer trip to Grande Island on a private yacht?

Extended charters to Grande Island anchor for swimming and snorkeling. GoaWala's yachts book as two-hour charters on the Mandovi; a 4-hour charter costs twice the yacht's 2-hour price (the BLUE FIN is ₹11,000 for two hours) — ask on WhatsApp and the team tells you whether a Grande Island run is possible on your date.

Sources

Last checked 29 October 2026

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