John's Boat Tours - Day Tours
John's Boat Tours - Day Tours
John's Boat Tours - Day Tours
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John S
York, UK17 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Done this trip several times in the past and its still brilliant. Daughter and boyfriend booked it and they wanted us to come along. To be honest I was not over bothered having done it in the past. Went on the three bedroomed boat must say very roomy. We saw monkeys, Crocodile, Peacock, plenty of Kingfishers kites ect. Food was amazing better than any we had previously although never could complain with what we had previously. Staff were very accommodating. To experience all the sounds, in a peaceful setting this is the best trip to do. It's the best value trip I have done anywhere, You can email and book from the UK 🇬🇧 . HAS TO BE ON THE MUST DO LIST if visiting Goa.
Written 23 March 2023
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Written 25 August 2023
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Karen R
16 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
From start to finish this trip was fantastic, the staff on the boat couldn’t do enough for us. Pointing out different birds, crocodiles and monkeys as we went along the river.
The room was clean and comfy with an en-suite,
The food was also lovely from breakfast to dinner.
Drinks were readily available and were limitless
Thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay and would recommend this trip
The room was clean and comfy with an en-suite,
The food was also lovely from breakfast to dinner.
Drinks were readily available and were limitless
Thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay and would recommend this trip
Written 16 March 2023
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Written 25 August 2023
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Barbara S
Rotherham U.K.8 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Just returned from Johns overnight Tranquil’ Rice Barge Cruise which runs from Candolim. It was fab. The trip , staff, food, accommodation were great. I would recommend this trip however if you have mobility issues you need to discuss with the company first. There are several occasions when you have to get on / off the Rice Barge onto a small boat for transportation. Whilst all staff were very attentive and safety conscious it proved tricky for a couple of our party. Just be mindful of this before you book. If you can fill the 3 bedrooms with friends I would day do that or have the boat to yourself at an extra cost. I will go again on my next trip to Goa. 🙏
Written 28 February 2023
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Written 25 August 2023
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Tony B
1 contribution
Jan 2023
Yet another superb overnight houseboat trip!
Excellent from start to finish. Pickup and return from/to Cavelossim with no issues at
either end.Onboard service,food and cleanliness all excellent.
Particular thanks to Adi and the whole crew who attended to our every need.
Unbelievable value for money.
Make this trip a highlight of your Goan experience, you won't be disappointed.
Excellent from start to finish. Pickup and return from/to Cavelossim with no issues at
either end.Onboard service,food and cleanliness all excellent.
Particular thanks to Adi and the whole crew who attended to our every need.
Unbelievable value for money.
Make this trip a highlight of your Goan experience, you won't be disappointed.
Written 15 January 2023
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Written 25 August 2023
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Jon T
Prestatyn, UK50 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We had a boat tour booked for march 2020, but due to covet 19 wehad to cancel, the staff a john,s were very understanding and very good, we have booked to go to goa in 2021 so we will definitely be booking again with john,s boat tours, good luck to you all andstay safe looking forward to seeing you in 2021 many thanks jon &karen 🌈
Written 11 July 2020
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Written 25 August 2023
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yanaScotland
scotland41 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Have booked several tours over the years. Did The House Boat in December. Everything fantastic , boat, scenery, staff and service. Look forward to seeing you all again later this year.
Written 14 April 2020
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Written 29 August 2023
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Rkeen
8 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
My partner and I went on the overnight house boat trip (3 room boat) It was the highlight of our holiday. So relaxing and the most wonderful experience. We were so well looked after, getting fed and given drinks constantly. The rooms were very clean and unique. Beautiful views and everything ran on time and smoothly. If you get the chance you should definitely try this one!
Written 21 March 2020
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Written 29 August 2023
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andyt220
Birchington, UK7 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
What a brilliant way to spend 24hrs!
Picked up from the hotel and taken to the boat in comfort
Didn’t know the other 2 couples with us but before long we were all best of friends
Dave and the crew treated us like royalty and we wanted for nothing
Food was really good considering we were on a boat in the middle of a river and not in a 5* hotel
All in all I would totally recommend it and we will do it again when we go back
Picked up from the hotel and taken to the boat in comfort
Didn’t know the other 2 couples with us but before long we were all best of friends
Dave and the crew treated us like royalty and we wanted for nothing
Food was really good considering we were on a boat in the middle of a river and not in a 5* hotel
All in all I would totally recommend it and we will do it again when we go back
Written 10 March 2020
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Written 8 September 2023
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Sue F
Deal, UK14 contributions
Mar 2020
My husband and I booked a trip on the 3-bedroom boat and it was one of the best experiences we have had in a long time. The team was headed by Dave, who looked after our every need and we had a great buffet Goan meal in the evening, together with as many soft and alcoholic drinks as we wished. In the morning we had a lovely omelette and fresh bread breakfast and another buffet meal before we disembarked the boat. Our cozy double room had a really comfortable bed plus an en-suite shower room. The river trip was so tranquil and one which will be remembered. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting north Goa.
Written 9 March 2020
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melvynevans
Seaford, UK16 contributions
Feb 2020
This was probably one of the best trips we have been on. Picked up at the hotel mid afternoon, driven to boat with other 2 couples. Transferred to rice boat which was amazing. Travelled up river for approx 2 hours, being served as many drinks as you could wish for.. Dinner was served - curry, rice, samosas etc - more than we could eat - and very edible. Sat chatting till 11pm - then to bed. Cabins were really good, 5 foot bed, cupboard and en suite with wet room shower. More than adequate for 1 night. In the morning, watched sunrise, walk through local village on the island, then back for breakfast - any ommlette you liked, plus toast, and other bits and pieces. Another cruise down river for another 2 hours, then lunch - now we are getting stuffed - in a good way. Mid afternoon we must say goodbye to Dave and the crew and return back to hotel. Food and drink were in abunbance and all the crew friendly and helpful. A great trip
Written 4 March 2020
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Written 8 September 2023
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Jon T
Prestatyn, UK50 contributions
Good day to you ,we have booked to go on the overnight boat trip in march, was just wondering do the supply towels? any other tips will be well recceved. many thanx jon
Neil C
8 contributions
Yes they supply a towel in the barhroom,dont really need to take much just sit back and enjoy
Lucyliu2
London, UK197 contributions
Thing of doing the Hampi trip at the end of this month. How much is the trip and which hotel do you stay in?
Ankit Kumar Singh
New Delhi, India
How can i book this for one night??? How much it costs?
gordieScotland
Anstruther, UK402 contributions
Go on John's boat tours web site and book directly with them , all the prices and descriptions of there different trips are on there web site .you pay for the trips you book at there office in candolin when you arrive . You can find there site if you search on trip advisor or Google. Good luck and hope you enjoy as much as we did .
Saheli Bhattachary
34 contributions
Where can I find the different packages and there price detail as it's not on the website. Is there any alternative number for booking. We are 4 adults with two kids planning a trip in April.
John A
Armthorpe, UK65 contributions
Just email them, they will respond with any details you require, I found them very helpful.
JulieB95
Doncaster, UK174 contributions
Love the look of the dolphin trip but how rough is the sea and do you swim or wade to shore please?
Chris P
Maldon, UK28 contributions
You only swim in the area near the boat and the crew are there to keep an eye on you and they wouldn't allow you in the water if it was too rough. The sea always looks worse on the shore as those breakers can be very dangerous and drag you out to sea.
lisabad2
Exeter, UK13 contributions
Has anyone done the overnight jungle book tour how much per adult and child and is it better to book online before we go ? TIA
CKOGShepherd
Manchester, UK36 contributions
Yes we did it. Can’t quite remember the price(sorry).I seem to think it was a little pricey but worth it. Take a jumper for on the night as it got a little chilly.After the elephant wash we hardly had chance to get dried before onto the next item in the agenda. (They do come around with hot water for you to shower with) When eating our evening meal it was rather nippy under the fans.The beds were so comfy for me - I’d not slept in 3 nights and it was the best nights sleep i’d had, the rooms are basic but you’re in the jungle!.No shampoos and soaps or towels-so don’t forget those. You can buy toiletries from a stall near the bar area.And take a change of clothes ‘cos if you wanna wash the elephants you’ll get squirted👍🏼.Sorry to say this and I’m not being nasty- all the people we were with felt the same about this- the Russians were treated so differently to the rest. The staff were lovely with us-but just felt that they were going the extra mile for the Russians! You’ll enjoy it though 😊.Are you doing the Waterfalls too? If so go in trainers or take some to change into. It’s rather a rocky route. Saw a lady slip as she was wearing flip flops. It’s very busy at the Waterfalls but stunning. If you’re lucky you might get to see a train go over the Waterfalls. You’ll enjoy it whatever you decide to do-we did.
n1kky
Yorkshire Dales National Park, UK3 contributions
Hi we have been offered the 3 bed boat for 8 of us, would you say the boat is big enough for us all (2 of us are on the larger size) or would it be a bit cramped.
CKOGShepherd
Manchester, UK36 contributions
You’ll love it. It was a fab experience, away from the hustle and bustle. We loved it. 😊
Vikram S
Ahmedabad District, India20 contributions
We are a group of 10 (including 2 kids) visiting Goa 26th to 29th May. How much would be the charge/cost per head, how long (duration) will be the boat ride be and what are the ammnities provided? Are there specific timings? Please reply with details. Thanks
kerrymg
kerrymg175 contributions
we were on
n 3 bed houseboat and it only took 6 so you may have to charter both. I'd drop them an email. they have a website