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Book Ganga Boat Ride in Varanasi

A private boat on the Ganga past Varanasi's ghats — at sunrise or for the evening Ganga Aarti — booked only for your group, with instant WhatsApp confirmation.

Private Boats Only ★ 4.8
Starting Price₹2,999 / boat
TimingsSunrise & Evening Aarti
Route50 or all 84 Ghats
BookingPrivate only

About the Ganga Boat Ride in Varanasi

A boat ride on the Ganga is the best way to see Varanasi. From the water, the whole riverfront opens up at once — more than 80 ghats stretching from Assi Ghat in the south to Namo and Adikeshav Ghat in the north, with temples, palaces, bathers and pilgrims along the steps.

Most guests choose one of two times. A sunrise boat ride is calm, cool and full of morning rituals. An evening boat ride ends in front of Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Ganga Aarti, with lamps, fire and chanting. Every boat we offer is private — from a budget Normal Motor Boat to a fully air-conditioned cruise.

Highlights

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Sunrise Ride

Calm water, golden light and the ghats waking up, 5:30–7:30 AM.

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Ganga Aarti View

Watch the evening Aarti from the river, facing Dashashwamedh Ghat.

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50 or 84 Ghats

Assi to Manikarnika included; all 84 ghats to Namo Ghat for +₹1,000.

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Always Private

The whole boat is booked only for your group — never shared.

What's Included

  • Private boat with an experienced boatman
  • 50 Ghats Ride — Assi Ghat to Manikarnika Ghat
  • Life jackets for all passengers
  • Optional evening Ganga Aarti add-on (+₹500)
  • Pickup from your preferred ghat on request

Ganga Boat Ride Price in Varanasi

Prices are per boat, not per person. Choose the boat that fits your group:

BoatPriceCapacityGanga Aarti
Normal Motor Boat₹2,999Up to 6 (max 20), +₹300/extra+₹500 add-on
Light Motor Boat₹4,499Up to 6 (max 20), +₹300/extra+₹500 add-on
Bajra Boat (Double Decker)From ₹9,9991–30 personsIncluded
Mini Yatch₹8,4991–10, flat priceOn request
Cruise (AC)₹24,999 onwardsUp to 80Included view

Ganga Boat Ride Timings

Morning (Sunrise) Boat Ride

Boats depart between 5:30 AM and 7:30 AM depending on the season. Best for photography, morning rituals and a quieter river.

Evening (Ganga Aarti) Boat Ride

Board about an hour before sunset. The Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat begins around 5:45 PM in winter (Oct–Mar) and 6:45 PM in summer (Apr–Sep).

Where to Board Your Ganga Boat Ride

We pick you up from the ghat that suits you:

Frequently Asked Questions

A private Ganga boat ride starts at ₹2,999 per boat for up to 6 persons on a Normal Motor Boat. Extra persons are ₹300 each, the evening Ganga Aarti add-on is +₹500, and larger boats range from ₹4,499 to ₹24,999.
Sunrise (5:30–7:30 AM) is best for calm water, soft light and morning rituals. Evening is best for watching the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat from the river.
The standard 50 Ghats Ride from Assi Ghat to Manikarnika Ghat and back usually takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. The All 84 Ghats Ride takes longer.
We provide private boats only — the whole boat is booked just for your group and never shared with other travellers.
Fill in the booking form on this page with your date, time slot and group size, then send it on WhatsApp. Our Varanasi team confirms the boat, price and boarding ghat for your date.
Yes. Every passenger gets a life jacket and boats are run by experienced boatmen. For elderly guests, the AC Cruise offers the most comfortable seating. Children under 5 ride free.

🎉 Get the Best Deal

  • Private Boat — No Sharing
  • Life Jackets & Experienced Boatman
  • Instant WhatsApp Confirmation

Ready to Book the Ganga Boat Ride?

Call or WhatsApp our Varanasi booking team to confirm availability for your date.