Media Release

Mangaluru, Apr 19: The New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) on April 18, welcomed the luxury cruise vessel ‘Seven Seas Mariner’, marking another significant step in promoting cruise tourism along India’s western coast.

The Bahamas-flagged vessel arrived from Cochin and berthed at Berth No 4, carrying 607 passengers and 460 crew members. The call at New Mangalore Port forms part of its onward voyage to Mormugao.

NMPA, in coordination with Customs, Immigration, CISF, and other stakeholders, ensured smooth and efficient handling of the vessel and its passengers. The visiting tourists were facilitated with well-organized shore excursions to prominent destinations such as Karkala, Moodbidri, Pilikula, and key attractions in Mangaluru city.

The successful handling of the vessel underscores NMPA’s growing prominence as a preferred destination for international cruise tourism and its commitment to providing world-class port services and passenger experience.