Gateway of India to Mandwa & Alibaug — by sea, in 18 minutes.
Skip the 3-hour drive via Panvel. Take a private speed boat or yacht from the Gateway of India directly to Mandwa jetty — the gateway to Alibaug.
Why skip the road to Alibaug.
If you have never taken the sea route to Alibaug, it changes how you think about the weekend.
9× faster
18 minutes by speed boat vs 2.5–3 hours via the Mumbai–Pune–Panvel road.
No traffic, no detour
Skip the perpetual jam at Panvel and the long detour around the harbour.
The view
Mumbai skyline, Arabian Sea, Konkan coastline — the journey becomes the trip.
Pick your timing
Private hire means you choose the departure time — not a fixed ferry schedule.
Group friendly
From 2 to 70 guests on the same boat. Great for weekend trips with family or friends.
Door-to-jetty
We'll coordinate Alibaug taxi pick-up at Mandwa jetty on request.
Three ways to make the crossing.
Pick by group size, budget and the kind of experience you want.
Speed Boat to Mandwa
The quickest option. Pick S.B Zamia (8 seater) or S.B Juveria (12 seater). Per-trip pricing.
View speed boatsYacht to Mandwa
For groups who want the comfort and privacy of a yacht for the crossing or a longer day at sea.
View yacht optionsFerry to Mandwa
For large groups — weddings, school trips, corporate offsites. Spacious, stable, sound system on board.
View ferriesYour Mandwa crossing, step by step.
From the moment we confirm to the moment you step off at Mandwa jetty.
Meet at Gateway
We meet you on the Gateway of India steps 15 minutes before departure. Life jackets are issued.
18-minute crossing
Board your private boat. Cross the harbour past the Taj, the Naval Dockyard and Elephanta Island.
Step off at Mandwa
Disembark at Mandwa jetty. Alibaug is a 20-minute drive — we can arrange the taxi on request.
Gateway to Mandwa — common questions.
How long does it take from Gateway of India to Mandwa by boat?
About 18 minutes by private speed boat in normal sea conditions. Yacht crossings take 25–35 minutes depending on the yacht. Ferries take 45–60 minutes.
How do I get from Mandwa to Alibaug?
Mandwa jetty is about 20 minutes by road from Alibaug town. Taxis, autos and pre-booked cars are available at the jetty. We can pre-arrange a taxi on request.
Can I book a one-way speed boat to Mandwa?
Yes — one-way and return bookings are both available. Many guests take a speed boat out and return on a different boat depending on schedule.
How much does a Gateway to Mandwa speed boat cost?
Speed boats are priced per trip (not per person), starting from our base rate for the 8-seater. Larger boats and yachts are priced separately. Send an inquiry for a same-day quote.
Is the speed boat to Mandwa safe in monsoon?
Operations are restricted during peak monsoon (June–August) depending on Port and Coast Guard advisories. Outside monsoon, we run year-round.
Can I bring luggage for an Alibaug weekend?
Yes — speed boats and yachts have luggage space. Let us know how many bags and we will pick the right boat.
Mumbai to Alibaug, without the highway.
18 minutes on water. Private boat. Direct booking. One-day quote.