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Explore Dal lake by going on a Shikara ride

Shikara Ride in Srinagar

Experience the enchanting lakes of Kashmir with Shikara rides

Tourism in Srinagar

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About Shikara Ride in Srinagar

Lakes in Kashmir are ideal to float along and enjoy the beauty of nature with mighty greens towering on either side, or stretches of calm waters lying ahead. A Shikara ride in Kashmir along one of the region’s lakes is a never-to-be-forgotten experience. A Shikara is a long wooden boat that you’ll often find floating along on Kashmir’s lakes and they’re used as a form of transport as well as tourism. This rowing boat is built similar to a Gondola and many a tourist has had the rich experience of floating along the calm and placid waters of lakes such as the Dal and passing through some of the region’s most noted spots such as the Nishat and Shalimar Gardens, as well as the Hazratbal Mosque.

Enjoying A Shikara Ride In Kashmir

Apart from leisure, Shikara rides in Kashmir are also used for transportation, fishing and seaweed harvesting by the locals. There are tons of handicrafts and flowers that are sold on these boats and if you’re planning a ride on one, try out the floating market. Floating calmly in a Shikara, you’ll also be able to enjoy watching birds such as pariah kites and the white breasted kingfisher.

Spots To Enjoy A Shikara Ride In Kashmir

The Dal and Nigeen lakes primarily make this ride worthwhile as one can relax. Wular lake is another popular spot among locals. From the calmness and serenity of shikara rides in Kashmir, down to the adventure of paragliding and parasailing, there are many ways to enjoy the rewards of nature. Combine all of this with the most breathtaking views, scrumptious meals and the warm hospitality of the locals even on the coldest days of winter, and you will enjoy a holiday that is hard to forget in this lifetime. A visit to Kashmir and a calm shikara ride will do much to ease the stress of daily life.

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    Praneeth Raj

    Hyderabad

    Praneeth's 7 days trip to Srinagar

    Good at most of the part. Hotel in pahalgam was not good food was not good in frosty mountain hotel . All work on commission based.
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    Amit

    Bengaluru

    Amit's 5 days trip to Srinagar

    Overall experience was ok. But there must be more transparancy with respect to places to visit or weather it's open or closed. House boat could be better.
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    Sudipto Roy

    Hyderabad

    Sudipto's 5 days trip to Srinagar

    My trip to the Andaman Islands was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. The beautiful beaches, clear blue water, and peaceful surroundings made the journey truly special. I enjoyed visiting different islands, exploring nature, and learning about the history of the place. Every moment of
    the trip was exciting and refreshing. I am especially grateful to Intrip Travels' travel coordinator Sehrab Hussain who helped me a lot throughout the journey. From planning the itinerary to arranging transportation and activities, the coordinator ensured that everything went smoothly. Their guidance, support, and friendly attitude made the trip comfortable and stress-free.
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    Gagan Deep

    Delhi

    Gagan's 5 days trip to Srinagar

    Our Kashmir trip with Alja Tour and Travels was absolutely wonderful. The entire journey was well-planned, smooth, and truly memorable. Their team was very supportive and ensured we enjoyed every moment of the trip. Highly recommended for anyone planning a beautiful and hassle-free Kashmir vacation
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    Arnab Sanyal

    Himachal

    Arnab's 7 days trip to Srinagar

    Alja Tour And Travels arranged a perfect family trip for us in Kashmir for 7days and 6 nights. Very cooperative and responsive during the whole trip. We are pleased to choose Travel triangle and Alja Tour And Travels.
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    Mahammadrfy

    Srinagar

    Mahammadrfy's 5 days trip to Srinagar

    We recently completed our trip and overall it was a good experience. Thanks mehak and fayaz bhai
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    Harun

    Chennai

    Harun's 5 days trip to Srinagar

    We recently completed our trip and overall it was a good experience. The hotels arranged were comfortable and well maintained. The cab driver was polite and drove safely throughout the trip. However, we faced some challenges due to language barriers. Since we are from South India and the driver spo
    ke only Hindi, communication was sometimes difficult. Additionally, apart from the package inclusions, we did not receive much support from the vendor or driver for local arrangements. For activities like booking union taxis and other plans outside the package, we had to manage on our own. Because of this, we struggled with bargaining and ended up paying higher charges. We feel the package vendor could improve their service by assisting customers with local coordination and guidance beyond just hotel and cab arrangements. Overall, the trip was good, but better support and communication would have made the experience much smoother and more comfortable.
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    Priya KR

    Chennai

    Priya's 4 days trip to Srinagar

    Our trip to Kashmir was exceptionally well organized and completely hassle-free. The hotels provided were clean, comfortable, and offered excellent hospitality. The food throughout our stay was delicious and satisfying. A special mention to our driver, Amir, who was extremely helpful and supportive,
    ensuring smooth travel at every step. Rida, our travel agent, did a wonderful job from the booking and planning stage until the final drop-off—she consistently checked in to make sure everything was perfect and supported us throughout the journey. Choosing Travel Triangle was truly the best decision, and selecting Try Me Holidays made the experience even better. We explored the breathtaking beauty of Kashmir seamlessly and without any hurdles, all thanks to Rida and driver Amir. It was a memorable and beautifully managed trip, and I highly recommend choosing Try Me Holidays for a smooth and memorable travel experience.
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    Arti Jain

    Mumbai

    Arti's 7 days trip to Srinagar

    One of the best trip planned by Breezy Travels. Hotel Heevan pahalgam
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    Aswin Kumar

    Bangalore

    Aswin's 6 days trip to Srinagar

    I had a plan to visit kashmir with family elderly parents and with small kids but not sure on the places, that's where I got to know about Breezy Travels from travel triangle. I must say it turned out to be one of my best travel decisions. I booked a trip from Bangalore to Srinagar and nearby desti
    nations like Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam and local Srinagar sightseeing. The trip was planned by Mehak, and she did a wonderful job. She helped me plan the entire trip in a very good 4-star hotel, and all the commitments made by her were absolutely up to the mark. I am truly thankful to Mehak for her excellent coordination throughout the trip. The main travel goes with our driver, l/Family couldn't have got a better person. I was assigned driver/mybro Asif, and I cannot thank him enough. He treated my family like is own, he is our kin now. He was extremely genuine, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. He guided me properly about places to visit, and helped me avoid unnecessary expenses. Asif was always on time — in fact, most of the time he arrived even before the scheduled time. Despite his duty hours ending, he stayed with us late at night just to ensure our experience remained comfortable and enjoyable. He was very polite, soft-spoken, and patient. The car was very neat and clean, and his driving was smooth, safe, and confident. I strongly recommend requesting Driver Asif — he genuinely makes the journey special. Highly recommended to book with Breezy Travels kashmir, this is my one of the best trip.

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    Is a Shikara ride in Srinagar safe to indulge in?

    The Shikara ride in Srinagar is absolutely safe to enjoy, because Dal Lake is not very deep and the also, the shikara is rowed very slowly so that visitors can take in the breathtaking beauty surrounding them easily.

    How long does a shikara ride in Srinagar last for?

    The average shikara ride lasts for around an hour but if you want to prolong it, you can simply pay the oarsmen for the extra time.

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