The Casino Goa is a live casino[1] located offshore in Panaji in Goa. The casino is located on a yacht, the M.V. Caravela, anchored in the River Mandovi. The casino vessel worth is 110 million Rupees and is owned by the Advani Pleasure Cruise Co Ltd as a joint venture between the company and Casinos Austria. It has around eleven tables of American Roulette, Blackjack and Paplu (Rummy) besides a few electronic slot machines.
The setup of the casino was controversial as live gambling is outlawed in India. This was partially circumvented by hosting it off the mainland. The government in Goa is promoting offshore casinos in Goa by granting new licences to more companies in an attempt to generate more tourist related revenue. Goa state is the only one in India that permits both electronic onland casinos as well as live offshore ones.
Casino cruise in Goa is one of the best ways to spend a rocking night in the city. Indulge in some fun games such as American Roulette, Black Jack, Rummy, Stud Poker, Baccarat and more while you explore the casino. During the cruise, casino experience becomes even more fun as you get access to a host of entertainment. The casino's claim to fame is that it's the oldest onshore one in Goa, and it still has traditional coin slot machines. This casino doesn't get as much attention as the other casinos because of its quieter south Goa location. However, it's well-known among regular gamblers and locals. A free buffet dinner is provided for gamblers. Visit Goa via Cruise & proceed to Zuri white Sands Goa Resort for your stay followed by Casino tours to Dekltin & Casino Pride on Mandovi River, The Zuri White Sands, The award-winning, five-star beach resort & Casino is located in the most scenic, picturesque white-sands beach, Varca.
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