was 4k for a group of 5 and 500rs extra for addition person. Although we tried negotiating it did not workout, hence we went ahead by paying heavy. The place is really beautiful and we had a great guide who kept explaining the history of the place etc in detail. The second visit was in Oct with my cousins. This time the rates were totally different which was 3500rs for 2 pax and 1000rs extra for additional pax. This time I made sure to negotiate on price which the boat guy agreed and got us all 5 for 3500rs. If you are trying to use local taxis, then ask the taxi drivers to do the negotiation (yes, some of them will have time ups) anyways it works. The guide was not good in explaining the history but he was a great photographer. The mangrooves are lovely and you will enjoy the boat ride. Beach lovers must visit this place. You will get to see some birds such as King fishers, white neck horn bills and many others. There is also a great place on the water to stay which is called the floating houses. On the beach, there will be camel horse and elephant rides, try to negotiate to have rides as complimentary although most of the times there are only horse rides. There are some good photographers on the beach trying to market you for pics at rs 50 per print. You can use their skills and get a good pic for yourself as a memory.