We booked the monsoon adventure boat based on the description on the Atlantis website. We were expecting a quiet and peaceful cruise with good commentary on the sights of old Goa and an opportunity to explore the mangroves on kayaks. However, it was a party on a boat with lots of alcohol and very loud music.
Kayaking as described: "Kayaking is a perfect way to explore the rivers, coasts and backwaters.....love picteresque routes and green ecosystems linke mangroves....etc"
Reality: Kayaks are tied to the boat with long ropes. Guests queue up to board the kayak which is then pushed away from the boat and then pulled back.
SUP boards described: "...a fun way to explore the waters of Goa..."
Reality: These were also attached to the boat with long ropes but could not be used as a whole lot of drunken people were using it as support in the water.
Sightseeing described: "This trip also includes some sightseeing including sites like the Reis Magos Fort, Adil Shah Palace...."
Reality: We were shown the Mandovi bridge and after that had to guess what the sites were as the sound system played only loud music and announcements.
Leisure activities described: "....relax by engaging in some rod fishing with our experts...."
Reality: We were afraid to try as the lower deck was swarming with people queueing up for the kayaking. With the number of people jumping into the river and shouting, it would have been stressful rather than relaxing and I am sure that all fish nearby would have fled the scene.
No mention was made on the website about a DJ, very loud music and dancing. As a family of 4 with 2 teenage sons, this was entirely unsuitable for us.
Atlantis did, however, make arrangements for us to leave the cruise mid-way and return to the jetty when I called and requested it.