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Boating in India

Escape from the bustling city streets to languid rivers and soak yourself in riverside villages, explore the sacred spots and ancient heritage. Dwell in the cacophony of sights as the nature captivates you and intrigues your senses. There is nothing more pleasing than enjoying the best boating tours in India. To wade along the water and take in the beauty of nature is absolutely priceless. There are many lakes in India where you can head, to enjoy such a ride. Enjoy a morning or afternoon on the water in a boat. The perfect way to catch some rays & sightsee the coasts and banks. Swim, snorkel or simply sit back & enjoy the beautiful views as your boat leisurely takes you around the calm or turbulent waters. India is blessed with abundant and beautiful water bodies from picturesque lakes in the mountains and lush greenery, wading and meandering rivers and a long coastline.

 

A boat cruise along its numerous water bodies is one of the best ways to explore the natural beauty of this bountiful country. The experience is rich and varied from the Shikara ride on the Dal Lake in Kashmir, motorboats on the Pangong Tso Lake, cruising along the Mangrove forests of the Sunderbans, navigating the marine waters on a sailboat and a houseboat cruise along the lazy backwaters of Kerala. Indeed, there is nothing more pleasurable than wading along waters and basking in the beauty of nature. Sailing and the best boating tours in India are a must try for all tourists visiting India to get closer at the culture and traditions of what India actually is abundant with.

India Boating Packages

Duration Price
Mandovi Lounge Boat Ride in North Goa2 hours
INR 7,500
Overnight Houseboat Experience in Goa, Chapora River3 hours - 1 day
INR 3,400
Boat Ride in Kochi at Marine Drive1 hour
INR 441
Ross Island & North Bay Island Boat Tickets3 hours
INR 1,099
Varanasi Sunrise Boat Tour2 hours
INR 2,599
Varanasi Sunset Boat Tour2 hours
INR 2,599
Dev Diwali Boat Ride, Varanasi - 5 November 20263 hours
INR 2,999
Periyar Boat Ride, Kerala1 hour
INR 649
Pykara Lake Boating Ooty20 mins
INR 899
Pulicat Lake Boating2 hours
INR 400
Hussain Sagar Boating Point Hyderabad Telangana1 hour
INR 55
Evening Canoe Ride in Kumarakom with Dinner, Kerala3 hours
INR 3,666.67

India Boating Packages

Go for the Mandovi Lounge Boat ride in North Goa
2 hours
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Mandovi Lounge Boat Ride in North Goa

INR 8,999
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INR 1,499
INR 7,500
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Enjoy Marine Drive Kochi Boat Ride, an exclusive boating experience
1 hour
5.0
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Boat Ride in Kochi at Marine Drive

INR 550
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INR 109
INR 441
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Enjoy the serene escape by the North Bay Island
3 hours
4.5
(39)

Ross Island & North Bay Island Boat Tickets

INR 1,338
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INR 239
INR 1,099
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Book Varanasi Sunrise Boat Tour, a 2.5-hour journey along the sacred Ganges
2 hours
4.5
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Varanasi Sunrise Boat Tour

INR 3,119
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INR 520
INR 2,599
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Take the Varanasi Sunset Boat Tour, a boat journey through the spiritual capital of India
2 hours
4.5
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Varanasi Sunset Boat Tour

INR 3,119
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INR 520
INR 2,599
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Sail past the iconic Dashashwamedh Ghat during the breathtaking Ganga Aarti
3 hours
4.6
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Dev Diwali Boat Ride, Varanasi - 5 November 2026

INR 4,999
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INR 2,000
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Experience the thrill of a 1.5-hour boat safari on Periyar Lake, passing through the serene waters and lush landscape
1 hour
4.5
(24)

Periyar Boat Ride, Kerala

INR 799
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INR 150
INR 649
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Pykara Lake Boating Ooty
20 mins
5.0
(3)

Pykara Lake Boating Ooty

INR 1,099
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INR 200
INR 899
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Pulicat Lake Boating
2 hours
5.0
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Pulicat Lake Boating

INR 480
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INR 80
INR 400
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Hussain Sagar Boating Point Hyderabad Telangana
1 hour
5.0
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Hussain Sagar Boating Point Hyderabad Telangana

INR 62
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INR 7
INR 55
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Experience the charm of nightfall on a scenic three-hour backwater ride with dinner
3 hours
4.5
(41)

Evening Canoe Ride in Kumarakom with Dinner, Kerala

INR 4,889
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INR 1,223
INR 3,666
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Spot playful dolphins during a boat ride at Chilika Lake in Puri
1 hour
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Dolphin Boat Ride at Chilika Lake, Puri

INR 1,599
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INR 299
INR 1,300
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Experience the charm of nightfall on a scenic three-hour backwater ride with dinner
3 hours
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Evening Canoe Ride in Kumarakom with Dinner, Kerala

INR 4,889
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Cruise past lush mangroves and gentle waves
20 mins
4.5
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Boating in Kanyakumari

INR 599
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INR 99
INR 500
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India Boating Reviews

Popular Reviews

Photos, ratings, and experiences shared by verified Thrillophilia travellers
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Pruthvi Raj
Reviewed: 01 Mar 2019
5.0/5
"It was an amazing experience to swim and surf in the sea. crew was very careful and handled things with utmost care. worth every penny. go for It. can't post videos here. you can find it on my insta wandererz_dream "
Pruthvi Raj
Pruthvi Raj
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Satish Talwar
Reviewed: 16 Dec 2018
4.0/5
On my tour of Goa some monthe ago, I happened to choose this package. I didn't really get the time to review it or let the organizers know my feedback. This was a great experience. I have done a lot of boating trips in many places. Goa was not so different but still I had a good time. The team I met on the boat really lively. May be because of that only I could enjoy the trip so much. I visit Goa often. I did other adventures along with this one. I don't think you should visit Goa just for boating. Do some adventures like parasailing or snorkeling or scuba diving. Goa is more than boating.
Satish Talwar
Satish Talwar
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Recent Reviews

Reviews from verified travellers who booked with us
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Alexa Austin
Reviewed: 20 Nov 2024
4.0/5
I’ve never seen anything like this. The city transforms into a celebration of light during Dev Diwali, and the boat ride is the perfect way to experience it. From the moment the boat pushed off the shore, the views were stunning. Floating our diyas on the Ganges added a personal and spiritual dimension to the whole night thanks for this beautiful journey.
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Pooja Sharma
Reviewed: 18 Nov 2024
4.0/5
From start to finish, everything was perfectly managed. The timing, coordination, and ambiance were spot on.
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Goswami Achari
Reviewed: 17 Nov 2024
5.0/5
Everything was taken care of—the timing, the boat, the guide, even life jackets. But the real magic was in the atmosphere. The lights, the sounds, the sky lit up with fireworks—it touched something in my heart.
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Tarun Sharma
Reviewed: 17 Nov 2024
4.0/5
The reflection of the lights in the river was a photographer’s dream. Captured some amazing shots!
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Eliza Foster
Reviewed: 17 Nov 2024
5.0/5
It felt like being in a spiritual movie scene—chanting in the background, fireworks above, diyas all around, this is something which i recommend to everyone.
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Dakshayani Ahuja
Reviewed: 16 Nov 2024
5.0/5
The laser show, the lights, the chants—it all created an unforgettable spiritual vibe. A must-do!

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