Shikara ride is the most famous ride in Dal Lake Kashmir, it is one of the most peaceful, calming facets of a trip in Kashmir. Dal Lake is famed for its attractiveness and travelers from every corner of the world visit Dal Lake on their visit to Kashmir. Dal Lake is well-known for its liveliness and glory in the entire Kashmir. The groups belonging to shikara and houseboat have sustained to reside for centuries on this famous Dal Lake.If you are planning to have an unforgettable relaxing time of your life. Although there are alot of the places to try the boat ride but the previlledge of the Shikara ride is of Dal Lake. Make that happen through a Shikara Ride on the Dal-Lake in the lap of Zabarwan hills range, book your shikara ride from our service and get to enjoy a safe, and secure shikara ride.
| Shikara Rate in Dal Lake per Hour | Rate |
|---|---|
| Shikara ride for 1 Hour | 770 |
| Shikara ride for 2 Hour | 1210 |
| Shikara ride for 3 Hour | 1650 |
To Book a Shikara Online , You can visit our website Tripmore.in, or call us directly on +917051909192, and we will provide the online booking facility
Yes, You surely can pre-book a Shikara ride in Dal Lake, Its always better to plan things. To Pre-book call on +917051909192
Yes, You surely can pre-book a Shikara ride in Nigeen Lake, Its always better to plan things , We at Tripmore can pre-book your shikara before you even reach Kashmir, Do contact us if you want to pre-book Shikara with us.
The duration depends on you , if you want it to be finished in less time, That’s your call. You can take longer rides also and it will charged hourly for the for first hour ₹770, subsequent hours it will be ₹440.
The cost of Shikara Ride Start at ₹770 and then vary according to your trips and time you ride shikara, you can check the price table which is regulated by Department of Tourism-J&K. At Tripmore we make sure that we follow all government guidelines in order to provide you the best Shikara service.
| Shikara Ride in Dal Lake | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Ghat-17 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 persons |
| Cost | For 1st hour ₹770, subsequent hours ₹440 |
| Timing | 7am- 8pm (Summer) 10am to 6pm (winter) |
| Types | Two. One for visitors other for carrying load |
| Shikara points | Meena Bazar Vegetable market Chaar chinar Sonn laank Lokut Dal Hazratbal Nehru Park |
| Booking | Call or Whatsapp 7051909192 |
You can have best shikara in dal lake, and the ride will start from Ghat no 17 which is the best ghat for getting a shikara , as its closer to Nehru park and the best shikaras are already parked and ready for a ride.
Budget Shikara at dal lake start from as low as ₹770 in which four people can have this beautiful journey for an hour.
Luxury Shikaras have best in class comfort and they have comfortable seats with vibrant colours, we can arrange you the best luxury shikara rides at dal lake. You can contact us +917051909192 to book a luxury segment shikara.
If You are Visiting in Summer the timing of Shikara ride would start at Dal Lake from 7am till 8pm at the night. Also riding a shikara at the sunset will surely make you feel like you are in a romantic movie, and makes everything peaceful, and if You Winter timing of Shikara ride in Dal Lake 10pm to 6pm
You can explore a lot of things in a Shikara in Kashmir. Lets start with Meena Bazar, this is a type of floating market which you can visit in a shikara you can buy lot of things from this market like Pashmina Shawls, Dry fruits, Spices ,Papier Mache and not to forget world’s best Saffron is also available in the market, This makes this the best place to buy a souvenir which will remind you of this beautiful journey when you are back home. You can also explore the floating Vegetable market and a mini island like structure in between Dal Lake called Chaar Chinar its is called Chaar Chinar because there are Four Chinar Trees on this mini island, you can also have a visit to Hazartbal and Nehru park. which both are good landmarks to visit. If you are planning in the month of March or starting if April then you can also visit the Tulip Garden. we provide the tickets for Tulip Garden as well
For the one hour of boat ride in Dal lake it is Rs.770/hour
After the first hour the susquent hour is only Rs.400/hour. So for the 2 hours it will be only Rs.1210
In 3 hours you can visit all the places inside the Dal lake like Mena Bazaar, Kabootar Khana, Floating Market and other beautiful heritages. It will cost you only Rs.1650
Yes, Food service is available on the shikara, also floating vendors sell Kashmiri traditional Tea, Kehwa, snacks and Fruitchat. This food is loved buy the traveller all over the globe. So if you are planning your trip do include the floating food , thats made available to you by the vendors in Dal Lake.
Shikara boat has the capacity to tour 4 guests
The Cost of the Shikara depends on hours of the ride and points to cover.
There are two types of boats.
You can rent the Shikara boat at ₹770 for first hour subsequent hour it will be only ₹440/hour
In Dal Lake, You will find the world’s only working floating Post office that is operational from more than 201 years. This two centuries old floating post office was Founded in the British Period and till date it is operational and delivers letters and couriers to the people living in Houseboats. Delivery of these letter and couriers are also done with Shikara.
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Dal Lake one of the most popular places in Kashmir for a Shikara boat ride, and there are many places to visit while on the lake. Here are some of the best places to visit in a Shikara boat in Dal Lake:
These gardens are a unique feature of Dal Lake. The floating gardens are made of matted vegetation and are used to cultivate vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and melons.
Located on an island in Dal Lake, Nehru Park is a popular picnic spot and offers stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The park also has a small cafe and a children’s play area.
This shrine is located on the western side of Dal Lake and is one of the most revered Muslim shrines in Kashmir. The shrine houses a holy relic, a hair of the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H), and is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year.
This is a group of four majestic chinar trees that are over 400 years old. The trees are located on an island in Dal Lake and are a popular spot for tourists to take photographs and enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake.
Located near the Boulevard Road, Kabutarkhana is a pavilion built in the Mughal style. The pavilion is used to feed pigeons and is a popular spot for birdwatching
You can rent the Shikara boat at ₹770 for first hour subsequent hour it will be only ₹440/hour
Summer timing of Shikara ride in Dal Lake 7am- 8pm
Winter timing of Shikara ride in Dal Lake 10pm to 6pm
The cost of Shikara ride depends on number of hours rather than per person. Starting at ₹770/hour subsequent hour at 440/hour
Yes! infact they have extra oars for the guests to drive by themselves in their supervision.
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You can enjoy boating at any Ghat in Dal Lake, but we prefer Ghat-17 as all the attractions are nearby and have ample parking space
You can reach shikara ride from Airport by Hiring a Taxi in kashmir and then tell the driver to take you to Ghat No. 17 where you can enjoy your shikara ride.
Round Trips will cost you from ₹1500–₹1800 , Which will include round trips to must visit Shikara points like Meena Bazar Vegetable market, Chaar chinar, Sonn laank, Lokut Dal, Hazratbal and Nehru Park. Most of the people prefer going to these Shikara points thats why this pricing is also regulated by Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department.
There are 4500 Total Shikaras in Dal Lake. And if you want to book one of them do contact us on +917051909192
Yes, you will get Shikaras Under ₹1000. Made Available to you by Tripmore Tours and Travels
Cheapest Shikara at dal lake start from as low as ₹770 in which 4 people can have this beautiful journey for an hour. With this price you would get a safe Shikara with good comfortable Seats.
You can reach shikara ride from Airport by Hiring a Taxi in kashmir and then tell the driver to take you to Ghat No. 17 where you can enjoy your shikara ride.
With smooth user friendly online Shikara booking system you can directly book in our website @www.tripmore.in or Call on 7051909192
There is no need to hassle and bargain on the Ghats. Your ride will be reserved and waiting there for you.
There are many places in dal lake that can be visited by shikara ride but to consider a few famous places like,There are many other places to be visited in Dal lake by shikara ride such as Lily garden, Floating gardens, Fishing gardens, Lotus Market Gardens, Shikara.
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Yes, you heard it right there is a coffee place called Heaven Foods located inside the Dal Lake and you have to take a Shikara to have a drink here. This place also sells all kinds of shakes , mojito, and juices. Also Cold coffee has a good rating for its amazing taste.
Shikara making process is the classic and hereditary occupation of the indigenous community of Dal lake. It requires the skillful people who make them up. They have to carve each pattern to make it look more mesmerizing. The planks of the deodar joined at side elevations create a vertical height of 1.5 feet. The nails and irons used for joinery diagonally fixed into the wood to ensure strong bonding. The front end of it is pointed in shape , the rear end is flat and in between are planks. The shikaras are painted with bright colors and each one has it own name
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As we already discussed what a shikara is. Shikara and houseboat differ a huge from one another.
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Yes, You can Celebrate a Birthday in a shikara , we can make arrangements for your birthday , with a good quality birthday cake and decoration.
Yes, You celebrate Wedding Anniversary in Shikara , We can make you a romantic setup in a Shikara , which will be having flower, balloons and a quality cake , which you can enjoy at anytime of the day. Contact us to book a date and make it done.
Movies like Notebook(2019), Haider(2014) ,Raazi(2018) and Jab Jab Phool Khile (1965) are shot and have beautiful Scenery of Shikaras. Actors like Shahid Kapoor, Shah Ruk Khan and Salman Khan has also had a trip on Shikaras. Dal lake has been the go to choice of many Bollywood movie Directors and Producers. This is because of the beautiful scenery of the lake, which has Zabarwan Range like cherry on top, which adds to the beauty of the lake even more.
Safety measures like life saving jackets and fast backup boats are always availabe to protect you from any unfavourable circumstance.
Yes, You can Hire Photographers that will take pictures or videos for you that you could upload directly to your social media accounts. You also can take photographers with you on a shikara or they can also follow your shikara in an another one.
Yes, You can Rent a Shikara for a day, It will cost you ₹770 for the first the the first hour and then ₹440 for rest of the hours. Half day charge is ₹1500 which will be for 4 hours. After 4 hours ₹440 will be added with each hour.
Kabutar Khana is a pavilion built in the Mughal Empire . The pavilion is used to feed pigeons and is a popular spot for birdwatching. The Place was owned by the famous Maharaja Karan Singh. But now this area comes under CRPF. Also See Camping in Kashmir
Dal lake is the most famous place to enjoy and experience a shikara ride.
In Dal lake you can see a lots of shikara owners waiting for their customers. The most impeccable thing to ensure is the sunset at Dal lake. It is something that no one wants to miss at all and at no cost. Dal lake is surrounded by beautiful zabarwan ranges that makes riding in it more overwhelming. While riding in a Dal lake you can visit to Nehru park situated in it where there are several cafe shops to enjoy small brunches. Besides, there is the most famous island in Dal called ‘Char Chinari’ , having 4 majestic chinars at four corners and thus known for their names. Riding in shikara in dal lake is mostly famous for its photography too where one can experience an impeccable scenary around. At one end is the holiest shrine ‘Dargah’ also known for its beauty and religious fervor.
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The best time to enjoy Shikara ride in kashmir is in summer season (may-october). This season gives an opportunity to see the exquisite beauty, traditions and scenic view of the valley and its famous places. During winter season the lake comes to minus temperature and freezes down that makes it perfect for ice skating and not for rides. During summers one can go for shikara ride at any time of the day from 10 am. However, mostly you can see even locals visiting dal lake during evenings and that of tourists too. Evening makes it more pleasurable due to pleasant weather and time of sunset , an experience like no other. Visitors too want to enjoy it on nights and can easily book one to enjoy beautiful night ride.
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Shikara is a traditional boat used as a taxi in Dal lake. Its seems to be an ordinary baot but it is not. It is made of expensive wood called ‘Deodor’ or ‘Cedar’ that is known for its durability.
The deodor used to make one shikara boat costs around 1 lac and 80 thousand rupees. It is about 20 – 40 feet in its dimensions with 4 thumbs standing on it and holding its rooftop.
The market opens after the Azaan (morning prayer of Muslim) so the timing keeps on varrying, on a broad basis it is from 5am in summers and 6.30am in winters.
Shikara has a conspicuous spade base that resembles to no other water vehicle.
Yes, you will get Shikaras Under ₹1000. Made Available to you by Tripmore Tours and Travels
Tripmore Tour and Travels, Provides best Shikara ride.
At Tripmore Tour and Travels we believe in Quality, Safety and Hospitality. we will provide you the best in class Shikara rides which would are safe to ride and also are budget friendly. We work with only the best service providers across the valley, and try to bring value to you. We have 4.9+ rating on Google and we continue to be the best in the valley. We are Proud to Provide our service to you .
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Dal Lake Ghat no. 17
No. shikara is used for transfer while as houseboat is like house on water
Dal Lake is best when it comes to shikara boating
it is 100% safe
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If you have booked houseboat then the transfer from Ghat to houseboat is complimentary addition transfer will cost you Rs.100.
8pm in the evening
You can dress any clothing. There is no restriction on that. Better to be modest.
Yes, Shikara Ride will be absolutely worth it. This is one of the best things to do in Srinagar.
Morning time and evening time is the best time for Shikara Ride
Rs 770 is base price for Shikara Ride.
Yes, you can do boating in Dal Lake.
In any of the Ghats on the banks of Dal Lake. ( preferably Ghat no, 17)
