5 places in India that are best for boat rides
Published on: June 05, 2025 13:31 IST
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Image Source : AI-generated5 places in India that are best for boat rides
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Alleppey (Alappuzha), Kerala: Alleppey offers houseboat cruises through backwaters lined with coconut palms, paddy fields and villages. You can stay overnight in luxurious houseboats, enjoy Kerala cuisine and witness local life along the lake and its canals.
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Dal Lake, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir: Nestled in the Himalayas, Dal Lake is famous for its shikara rides and floating gardens. You can boat through the calm waters with views of the Zabarwan Mountains, shop from floating markets, and also stay in colonial-era houseboats.
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Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: This is a spiritual journey on the Ganga with views of ancient ghats, temples and rituals. You can take an early morning or evening boat ride to witness Ganga Aarti, cremation rituals, and life along the ghats.
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Sundarbans, West Bengal: This place is home to the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. You can boat through the mysterious waterways at the world’s largest mangrove forest. Explore the dense creeks via boat, spot crocodiles, exotic birds and also tigers or dolphins.
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Udaipur, Rajasthan: Surrounded by palaces and hills, Lake Pichola is a romantic spot with a rich royal heritage. You can take a sunset boat ride with views of Jag Mandir, City Palace, and the Lake Palace, which seems to float in the middle of the lake.