Speed Boat Booking
Private 8 and 12-seater speed boats for fast travel to Mandwa, Elephanta, or a thrilling harbour ride.
View boats & routesMumbai by sea, the way locals do it.
Speed boats, private yachts, ferry parties and harbour cruises, booked directly from the family that has run boats off the Gateway for over 60 years.
3Generations on the water
50K+Rides delivered safely
4.8/5Google reviews
365Days, all weather
- Govt. of India Licensed
- Coast Guard Approved
- Life Jackets · Every Ride
- Same-Day Confirmation
- Advance Confirms Booking
What we offer
Every kind of ride, off one jetty. We own or directly manage every boat we book, with no middlemen.
Yacht Booking
Private yachts for birthdays, proposals, anniversaries and exclusive harbour evenings.
Plan your yacht
Ferry Party Booking
Al Kasim and Hajra offer full ferry hire for family functions, corporate offsites and large celebrations.
Hire a ferry
Sailing Boat Rides
Slow sailing rides for couples and small groups, perfect for sunset and quiet harbour evenings.
Ask about sailingPopular routes
Three sea routes most Mumbaikars and travellers ask for, each one starting at the Gateway of India.
Mandwa & Alibaug
18 minutes by speed boat. Skip the 3-hour road trip via Panvel.
Book the route
Elephanta Caves
25 minutes to the UNESCO caves. Skip the queue, pick your own timing.
Book the route
Mumbai Harbour Cruise
30 to 90 minutes. Skyline, Naval Dockyard and the city from the water.
Book the cruiseA family trade, kept honest for three generations
Kasimi Motor Launch Services is run today by Majidulla Ulde, who learnt the harbour from his father and grandfather before him. We own most of the boats we operate and personally vet the yachts and sailboats we partner with, so every booking goes through one phone, not a call centre.
Direct operator pricing.
No reseller margin, no middleman markup. The price we quote is the price the boat owner sets, because that's who you're actually booking with.
Safety first, always.
Coast Guard licensed boats, trained skippers, and life jackets for every guest including kids' sizes. It's standard practice, never an upsell.
One phone, one family.
The same person takes your booking, meets you on the jetty, and skippers the ride. No call centre, no handoffs, just the Ulde family.
What guests say
Independently verified Google reviews.
"Booked the 12-seater speed boat for our trip to Mandwa. WhatsApp reply was instant and the price was lower than any agent."
Aarti S. · Speed Boat to Mandwa
"Hired the Al Kasim ferry for my father's 70th. Majid bhai personally made sure everything ran on time."
Rohit M. · Ferry Party Booking
"Surprise yacht booking for our anniversary. Perfect crew, no awkward upsells. Will book again."
Karan & Priya · Private Yacht
Things people ask before booking
How do I book a boat or yacht in Mumbai?
Use the inquiry form above or WhatsApp. Tell us the date, destination and number of guests, and we'll send a confirmed quote within 10 minutes during operating hours. Getting a quote is free; a booking is confirmed once the advance is paid, and that advance is not refundable if you cancel.
Where do the rides start from?
All boats depart from the jetty at the Gateway of India, Colaba. We meet you 15 minutes before departure with your skipper and life jackets.
How much does a speed boat to Mandwa or Elephanta cost?
Pricing varies by boat size, day and season. Our boats are priced per trip, not per person, which works out cheaper for groups. Send an inquiry for a same-day quote.
Is it safe for kids and elderly guests?
Yes. Coast Guard licensed boats, life jackets for every passenger including children's sizes, and skippers who adjust speed for comfort.
What if the weather is bad?
If the Coast Guard or Port authority restricts sailing, we reschedule at no charge or refund 100% of any advance paid.
Do I need to pay in advance, and can I cancel?
Yes. A booking is confirmed once you pay the advance. This advance is not refundable if you choose to cancel, though we're always happy to reschedule where possible. The only exception is if the Coast Guard or Port authority restricts sailing, in which case we reschedule or refund the advance in full.
Tell us the date. We'll handle the rest.
Reply in under 10 minutes during operating hours. Checking availability is free; an advance payment confirms your booking.