Category: Islands in Goa

Plan your next holiday at “India’s Cleanest Big City- Vijayawada”

Vijayawada- a city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh with a renowned historical story of successes and modernity instilled within to preserve its ancient ruins.

Today Vijayawada is one of the busiest business hubs in Andhra Pradesh. After Vizag, it is also an urban sprawl to the newly developing capital of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati.

Over the years, Vijayawada has gained a good tourist eye with panoramic hills and a majestic river by its side gives many avenues to tourism.

However, a good measure of tourism preference patterns has shown a gradual shift from traditional tourism, with an inclination towards entertainment avenues like river cruising, exploring water sports, most preferably –

“ADVENTURE TOURISM”

To cater to this trending group of tourists and to make Andhra Pradesh the most preferred holiday destination, the sunrise state has witnessed great success after launching a plethora of water sports activities in the Bhavani Islands in Vijayawada.

Theme-based tourism activities such as adventure, ecology, river cruising, beach-hopping, and even rural tourism developed for the emergence of a new dimension of tourism in the state.

  • Vijayawada, India’s Cleanest City

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In line with the surge in tourist interest, Vijayawada has been declared as “India’s Cleanest Big City”. The city has ranked 4th in India in the Swachh Survekshan 2020 Survey Awards announced by the Central Government of India. This further has charmed and flocked more tourists to this mesmerizing city to rejoice a feel-good factor to travel and explore.

The Vijayawada tourism corporation strongly believes that water sports will act as a catalyst to successfully drive tourism in the state. Hence, the state has introduced facilities like para-sailing, water-skiing, speedboat, jet boat rides, boat charters, fishing, and much more to cherish moments with loved ones, family, and friends at Bhavani Islands in Vijayawada.

  • Bhavani Island, Vijayawada

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One of the largest islands in Andhra Pradesh– Bhavani Island is located on the Krishna River, a 20-minutes drive from Vijayawada, serving as a perfect location for a weekend getaway. It is believed this iconic island would become a famous tourism place to the new capital, Amaravati.

With this, Champions Yacht Club, a private luxury yacht charter in Goa, is extremely proud to share the success of a host of water sports and adventure tourism facilities in Bhavani Island. This joyousness in the aquatic tourism and adventure has heralded a major boost to our Champion cruising in the Andhra waters.

Bhavani Island is a haven of fun for water sports enthusiasts. Champions Yacht Club offers its patrons & guests a plethora of exhilarating adventure water sports and recreational facilities to experience.

  • Tanvi River Cruise

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We, at Champions Yacht Club, Vijayawada, promise to gift our clientele a taste of luxurious cruising like Goa and Dubai. Another notable aspect despite the diverse water activities is the magnificent floating “Tanvi” restaurant on the banks of the Krishna River operated by our expertise crew in hotelier management.

Sail through the pleasant Krishna waters next to Prakasam Barrage and fascinate yourself to a spectacular Tanvi River Cruise designed in the pattern of dhow boats just as in Dubai. The cruise is wolfed up with 60 tons of wood, iron, and steel.

With the finest and lavish multi-cuisine restaurant spread over the upper deck, the Tanvi River Cruise is also well-equipped with an extravagant banquet hall for hosting parties over the luxuriate premiere.

  • Champions Yacht Club- Vijayawada Packages

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At Champions Yacht Club, we majorly deal with maritime activities, catering to affordable leisure and adventure travel experiences. We initiated from Goa and have successfully expanded to different domestic and international locations as Vijayawada, Ahmedabad, and Dubai.

Be it Dinner Cruising, Cruise Parties, Corporate Events, Champions Yacht Club provides the best Vijayawada Tourism Packages for all occasions and events, and for watersports too!

Champions’ corporate holiday package is tailor-made to match the clientele’s business purpose as we offer an array of complimentary team building and fun activities. Our aim is to make sailing a vivid and unforgettable experience for all our travelers.

  • Goa River Cruise at Mandovi River

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If you are looking out for more exquisite surroundings, opt for Champions Yacht Club’s most popular and best-selling cruise packages of our luxury vessel “Goa River Cruise”, parked by the beautiful Mandovi River and Divar Island where we host cruise parties, island adventure activities, and special Champion Corporate team rejuvenation sessions.

Champions Yacht Club clienteles are diverse as cruise packages have a robust mix of domestic and international tourists, business houses, small and large-scale corporates, and celebrities all around the globe.

The Champions Yacht Club Mandovi river cruise has its own entertainment lined up while you relax and enjoy a mesmerizing Goan Sunset. There is something or the other for every tourist to enjoy! There is so much more to explore and experience with the CYC luxury Cruise in Goa.

It’s the right time to take a break and avail Champions Yacht Club’s luxury packages. Take a holiday trip with us and spend an extraordinary stay at Vijayawada- India’s Cleanest Big City!

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5 Best venue ideas to host your private parties in Goa

 

If you don’t breathe a life into your small & quiet get-together party with your friends/family, it’s a complete waste of life! Be it a corporate party in Goa, a birthday party in Goa, private party for colleagues, friends get-together or a private family party – you certainly won’t want your guests to leave the revelry too early. (Well, they will, if they are bored!) Right from party venue, party theme, and food & drink items, music, and movie – each of them play a distinct role in striking an instant conversation & making the guests feel special with private yacht parties in Goa!

 

To stop them from self-withdrawal from the party guest list while you host your party once again, here’s a quick list of party planning tools along with useful tips to please your party guests & help plan your future parties all the more memorable & fun!

 

  1. Island Party

It’s no secret that Island party in Goa has its own magic appeal & charm especially when it comes to partying for all ages. The sun, the sand, the beats of rocking music with some sizzler delights-ah! It’s tantalizing! Topping them all, one striking feature if you party on Islands in Goa is that you have some great beaches coupled with picturesque scenery & a vibrant rocking nightlife by the shore!

 

If you are a party animal, a reunion party or a bachelor party in Goa, far from all eyes at a private island is something that you will want all over again! Turn on thumping music beats & get into the mood of some groovy twists & turns. And the extra specials? Well, the party has just begun! Spice up the evening savouring some sizzling barbeque & toast your favourite drinks & cocktails with friends to count upon the moment.

 

Soak yourself up in the vibrant atmosphere as you hop along the beaches altogether sharing your kinky gossips. And if you are an adventure junkie, don’t forget to try out plethora of exciting water sports adventures such as parasailing, Jet Ski, kayaking, wakeboarding or anything that you can think of.

 

  1. Pool Party

Yay! It’s all about your private gang in your splish-splashy private pool party in Goa. Go as you like with Pirate pool party theme where you can set up a game for your folks & choose to act the way you want. Take a dip into the pool or simply chill-n’-float upon pool floats, daybeds or sun loungers. Dance on some serious beats of soundtrack whist you savour some poolside cocktails. You can also expect some of the finest drinks, beverages & snacks that complement the BBQ & lip-smacking delicacies!

 

  1. Yacht Party

Nothing can beat the thrill & excitement of throwing a private party for friends or family at the waterfront! A private river cruise party is a great idea to celebrate a special day where you can relive some unforgettable moments of fun on water- be it a birthday party in Goa, anniversary party, retirement party, corporate get-together party, wedding on yacht, Overnight stay on yacht in Goa, or any kind of party that you can imagine!

 

 

A private vessel loaded with full entertainment & adventures offers endless possibilities-drinks, food & beverages, entertainment, surf, play water sports adventures in Goa, fishing and what not?   All you need is to come up with amazing theme party ideas! And you get to explore them all with the best luxury & sophistication aboard the boat!

 

  1. Halloween/Laser tag party

Halloween party or Laser tag party is the wildest night party celebration where you can get all hearts racing conjuring up new scary tradition with some bizarre costumes; zombie, devil, Sinister, wicked Humpty Dumpty – all decked up to contribute to a nightmarish experience!

 

Scare your folks with some haunting heart-stopping moments & plan for a different kind of suspense! If you dare to experience the fun of the spooky horror mischievous hard-core scary freaks, you are brave enough to unlock the Halloween themed drinks servings & some serious sizzling BBQs! Relish them later. After all, it’s a challenge where you have to make the maximum impact!

 

  1. Restaurant party

Looking for a classic restaurant venue to party with friends & family? Well, the choice of a nice restaurant with a private space can literally bring out the jovial side of your friends & family. Agreed or not? A restaurant can be a great gorgeous venue if it is functional & uniquely positioned & most importantly offers great cuisine experiences.

 

To host your private party event & make your party happening, rather, look for the outdoor private space that can create a happy hour friendlier party environment. With great drinks & culinary alongside, make sure you create the right entertainment of ambience to get your people enjoying the party consistently.

 

Champions Yacht Club offers a perfect spot for an exclusive floating restaurant which is ideal for hosting private parties on water; that caters for an excellent combo of great cruising experience along with happy hour parties complemented by large party menu options. Why not try them out!

 

With these best venue ideas suggested above for your private parties, not only you can justify your occasional gag & impress your guests but also turn your next get-together into absolute fulfilling & fun! But the best part is, you know from where you have to start…

6 Best Private Islands to Experience in Goa

Imagine an intimate gateway – an Island with the utmost seclusion & privacy, deserted & being surrounded only by your own people. It’s too much of a temptation. Isn’t it? Adding up to the fun, there are excellent water sports adventures, exotic cruising in Goa, yacht party & boat party, overnight stay-on-yacht, great spa & lots of entertainment bounty – all  just perfected by the art of a laid back luxury. Goa is known as the Queen of Beaches but to find out which Private Island spells the right fit to your taste & requirements seems a challenge.

 

Private Islands

Private Islands with isolation are just like private heavens to spend your dream holiday. For sporty holidaymakers & party freaks it’s a spectacular paradise designed for hosting private parties, wedding on yacht, party on cruise, corporate party on yacht, birthday party, reunion bash or any other celebration at an unspoiled location amidst stunning serene & natural marvel.

 

Goa is blessed with many unspoiled beaches & beautiful Islands but to make your moments truly magical, there are some exclusive beaches that are perfectly accessible for full day private hopping, cruising, boating, water sports or just revel in ultimate solitude.

 

Having investigated many, we share the top six of the best private Islands in Goa and what you can do around in order to help you find the right one.

 

  1. Chorao Island (Panjim)

Charao Island is one of the largest Islands in North Goa situated just beside the Divar Island, ideally suited for family holiday.

 

Location:

 

Located along the Mandovi River, this beautiful island is adorned by dense mangrove forest; some of them even grow on the enchanting backwater surface that can be best navigated using a canoe.

 

How to reach: You can either use a regular ferry boat from Ribandar village or any other jetty or by canoe (small boat).

 

Things-to-do:

 

Blessed with rich flora & fauna, this Island boasts of the largest Salim Ali Bird sanctuary which is a home to about 400 species of foreign & domestic birds.

 

As you navigate the Island with a short canoe ride, you will discover inspiring Portugal culture & customs, their architectural design work & the traditions of Indian Brahmins. Once you cross the Mandovi Bridge, don’t forget to get a look at the Reis Magos Fort, Miramar beach, Hotel Marriot & the interesting river mouth of Mandovi.

 

  1. Conco Island (Canacona)

Popularly known as the Monkey Island as it is a home of a lot of hidden shy monkeys, Conco Island is a 5 acre lush green Island situated at the bay of Palolem beach.

 

Location:

 

The Island is located in Canacona near the Agonda beach.

 

How to reach:

 

Take a 20 minute boat ride to reach the Agonda beach which is closest to the Conco Island. The other way to reach the Island is via boat ride starting from the Palolem beach.

 

Things-to-do:

 

For beach hoppers, it’s a chance to rejoice as a lot of beaches such as the Palolem beach, the Agonda beach surrounds the island where you can catch a glimpse of some amazing scenic views. Take a short swim on the low-tide waves or take a short boat ride. If you are lucky enough, you can even spot a few dolphins & their acrobatics on the Palolem backwaters during your ride!

 

  1. San Antonio Island(Vasco da Gama)

If you are a nature lover from heart, San Antonio Island is worth a visit! This serene yet unexplored Island offers a great tranquil atmosphere which is ideal for relaxing & resting.

 

Location:

 

San Antonio Island is located just about 1 km away from the Vasco Da Gama coast.

 

How to reach:

 

You can reach the Island via the Vasco-Panaji coast road towards Vasco Da Gama coast.

 

Things-to-do:

 

The Island is most popular for adventure seekers & nature lovers. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy limited water activities apart from fishing & swimming.

 

  1. Divar Island (Panjim)

This serene Island named Divar across the River Mandovi coast is a mesmerizing alternative for tourists to hop around as it’s a fascinating isolated abode embracing the age-old ruins of religious ethnicity & typical Portugal colony. Enclosed by lovely forested hills, this quaint & tranquil nature of the River Island is a nature’s irresistible charm & a true sight to behold.

Location:

 

Divar Island is located near to Chorao which is roughly 9 kms from Panjim.

 

How to reach

 

Take a free ferry ride from Old Goa (near the Viceroy’s Arch) to reach the Southern Island while the East end side of the Island can be reached by a ferry ride to Naroa.

 

Things-to-do:

 

Although known to a few, Divar Island is a historical place for visitors where major festivities, events of fun & revelry galore. The laidback lifestyle of the region speaks of typical Goan fenny, the local liquor & Portugal heritage – all counts for perfect holiday retreat! The Island is an abode to many ancient temples, churches & chapels that depicts the age-old story of Island’s religious transformations.

 

Apart from the Island hopping experience in Divar, the backwaters of Divar offers many enjoyable ferry rides. Enjoy your entire holiday trip with Champions Yacht Club which is a service provider for luxury sailing experiences. The Club offers Yacht and Boat hires, luxury yacht & boat party, overnight-stay-on yacht, day & night cruise party in Goa and a series of water sports adventures for water sports lovers.

 

 

 

Take a 30 minute luxury cruise ride to the Brittona jetty to explore the rich flora & fauna across the backwaters of Divar Island. The Island backwaters are ideal for myriad water sports activities such as Jet Ski, Banana ride, Bumper ride, kayaking, Kayaking, Eco friendly boating, Zorbing and many more that you can enjoy.

 

  1. Butterfly Island

Popularly known as the honeymoon Island for loving couples, this private Island is a nature’s marvel & muse for many passionate lovers. It is known as the butterfly island due to the presence of a millions of exotic species of butterflies gliding over the hilltops. The picturesque semi-circle shaped landscape of the Island encircled by plush forestry is a blessing for ultimate privacy & tranquil experience. It is also a hidden treasure for enjoying a series of adventures, experiencing the magical aquatic life, & watching dolphin acrobatics.

 

Location:

 

The Island is located along the coastline of Palolem beach and about 37 kms away from Margaon by road.

 

How to reach:

 

You can access the Butterfly Island via road (43 Kms) from Margaon or about 76 Kms road ride from Panaji. You can also get there by a short cruise ride starting from the Palolem beach or just 200 meters ferry ride from the mainland.

 

Things-to-do:

 

Enjoy breath-taking sunset view at its most natural setting from the Island. A dolphin trip to butterfly island is a must-to-watch the splendour. Spot dolphins & their playful activities or simply take a delightful tour with boat ride above the translucent beach waters around the island. Apart from thrilling canoe riding, other activities which you can try around the beach are sunbathing, trekking & rock climbing.

 

  1. San Jacinto Island

San Jacinto Island is a tiny private Island situated in South Goa. The Island is enveloped by lush green landscape with mesmerising natural views. This exotic Island is the most secluded & tranquil paradise with pleasant beaches that will definitely enthral you with all the charm. Known for non-commercialisation status of the land in order to protect from outsiders, the speciality of this beach is the unexplored picturesque surroundings with natural charm & peaceful private ambience the islet beholds.

 

Location:

 

The tiny Island is located in Mormugao bay, about 5 kms from the Bogmalo beach and just few kilometres north-east from the Dabolim International Airport.

 

How to reach:

 

Hire a rented boat to access the Island in the Mormugao bay.

 

Things-to-do:

 

The Islet is popular for photo fanatics, nature lovers & adventure seekers. Exploring the charm of the Island with adventure trips, tours & excursions amidst the breath-taking landscape can give you exciting holiday goals.

 

Is that all that conjures up for a perfect memorable escape in Goa? Wait. Probably there’s more. The exclusivity of each secret deserted Island getaways is so refreshingly secluded that the exclusivity is incomparable to the other. With the list of these top private not-so-familiar Island escapades, your holiday experience from this picklist is surely not to disappoint you.