01Sal River backwaters · Betul, South Goa

Floating Picnic

A picnic, but not as you know it. An afternoon on the quiet water of the Sal, through South Goa's backwaters, with a Goan basket, a feni cocktail and nowhere you need to be.

WhereSal River, Betul
GuestsUp to 15
PaceUnhurried
SwimAt anchor
Guests swimming off the boat at a quiet anchorage on the Sal River
The anchorage · swim, float, dry off in the sun
The idea

Step off the usual Goa itinerary. The boat slips up the river past mangroves and fishing villages, you taste the state the way locals do, try your hand at catching crab, swim where the water is calm and simply slow down.

Something to see, something to do and something to eat. A whole afternoon, held together by the river.

Perfect for

Couples · Families · Friends · The curious

What awaits you
01The Sal backwaters

One of South Goa's most beautiful and least visited waterways, cruised at the river's pace.

02Goa in a basket

A curated Goan snack platter: sandwiches, sannas, savouries and something sweet.

03Feni, properly

Goa's own spirit in a signature cocktail, mixed on board.

04A line in the water

A glimpse of traditional crab catching, the way it has been done here for generations.

05Take a dip

Swim and cool off at the anchorage. Bring a change of clothes.

06River life

Kingfishers, egrets, mangroves and the slow traffic of the Sal.

A group of friends on the covered deck
A couple on the bow, the river bridge behind them
Guests & pricing
Up to 4 guests₹23,500
5 to 8 guests₹30,500
9 to 15 guests₹39,000
All rates exclusive of GST
Reserve on WhatsApp
Make it yours
  • Double kayak, per kayak ₹2,000
  • Champagne or wine from ₹2,000
  • Celebration décor ₹3,000
  • Celebration cake ₹1,000
  • Photographer ₹5,500
  • Drone photo & video ₹6,000
  • Premium beverages On request
  • Additional food On request
Before you sail
Boarding

Betul, South Goa. We send the exact jetty pin with your confirmation.

Arrival

Please be at the jetty fifteen minutes before departure.

Swimming

Subject to weather and water conditions, at the captain's call.

The route

May adjust on the day for weather, tide and operating conditions.

Dietary needs

Tell us about any requirements or allergies when you book.

Alcohol

Available at MRP and pre-ordered with your booking.

Questions

Good to know

Where does the Floating Picnic leave from?

Betul, in South Goa, where the Sal River meets the sea. We send the exact jetty pin with your confirmation, and the boat is private to your group for the whole afternoon.

What is in the Goan basket?

A curated snack platter of local flavours: sandwiches, sannas, savouries and a dessert, with a signature feni cocktail. Tell us about dietary needs when you book and the basket is built around them.

Can we swim?

Yes. The boat anchors at a calm, scenic spot on the river for a swim, subject to weather and water conditions on the day. Bring a change of clothes.

Are the prices inclusive of GST?

No. Every rate shown is exclusive of GST, which is charged at 18% on top. Your WhatsApp confirmation states the full amount before you pay anything.

How do I book?

Message us on WhatsApp with the experience, your date and your guest count. We confirm availability the same day. The booking is secured on full advance payment; once that is in, the date is yours.

Tell us the date

One message. The rest is ours.

Send us the date and how many of you there are. We come back with availability, timings and anything worth adding for the occasion.

Book Floating Picnic on WhatsApp