Ganga cruise · Large groups · Available through the year
Cruise Booking in Varanasi A Ganga Cruise for Large Groups, Through the Year
Have a very large group? Book a cruise on the Ganga. It is the boat for groups too large for a Bajra boat, and it is available through the year, not only on Dev Diwali.
- For large groups
- Available through the year
- Sunrise or evening
The essentials
Cruise on the Ganga in Varanasi
A cruise is the largest boat on the river, and the choice when a group is too big for a Bajra boat, which carries 20 to 50 people. Tell us how many of you there are and we confirm whether the cruise suits your group.
Cruises are booked for large groups through the year, and not only for Dev Diwali. Tell us the date, the ride you want, sunrise or evening with the Ganga Aarti, and the number of people, and we reply with the details.
For a group of up to 50, see the Bajra boat. For up to ten, a private motor boat, and for up to six a hand boat.
| Boat | Cruise |
|---|---|
| Best for | Large groups, too big for a Bajra boat |
| Available | Through the year |
| Rides | Sunrise or evening, on the date you choose |
| Safety | Life jackets for every passenger |
| Booking | On WhatsApp or by phone |
For the largest groups
When a Bajra boat is too small, a cruise carries the whole group on one boat.
Through the year
Cruise bookings are open after Dev Diwali as well, for large groups on any date.
Sunrise or evening
Go at sunrise for the calm, or in the evening, timed for the Ganga Aarti.
One boat, one plan
One time, one boarding point and one boat for everyone, so the group stays together.
Planned with you
Tell us the date, the ride and the group size, and we confirm what the cruise can do on your day.
A smaller group?
A Bajra boat takes 20 to 50 people, a private motor boat up to ten and a hand boat up to six.
Enquire
Enquire About a Cruise
Send us your date, the ride you want and the number of people, and we reply with the details.
Other boats
Other Boats You Can Book
From a rowing boat for six to a cruise for a large group. Open a boat to see who it suits.
Planning your cruise
Planning a Cruise for a Large Group
Three things we need from you.
Tell us the group size
The exact number helps us confirm that the cruise is the right boat, or that a Bajra boat is enough.
Choose the ride
Sunrise, or the evening with the Ganga Aarti.
Send the date early
Send us the date as early as you can, so that we can hold the boat for your group.
Book your boat
How to Book
Tell us when and how many. The WhatsApp button opens with a message ready to send, and you add the details.
Message or Call Us
Send your date, the number of people and whether you want a sunrise or an evening ride. We reply with the boat and the details.
Message Us on WhatsApp Call +91 63900 08503What to Tell Us
- The date you want to go
- A sunrise ride or an evening ride with the Ganga Aarti
- How many of you are going, including children and older family members
- Where you are staying, or the ghat you want to start from
- The boat you have in mind, or your group and we suggest one
Send your details
Use the form at the top of the page, or tap any WhatsApp button. It opens with a message already written.
Get the boat and details
We suggest the right boat for your group and confirm the details for your date.
Confirm and ride
Confirm on WhatsApp or by call. We share the meeting point and your boatman’s contact once the booking is final.
Cancellation and refund terms are shared when you book. See our Terms & Conditions.
Quick answers
Cruise Booking in Varanasi: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We take cruise bookings for large groups through the year. Send us the date and the number of people.
Keep planning
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See the packages →Ready to Book Your Boat in Varanasi?
Message us your date, group size and the ride you want. We reply with the boat and the details, from a team based in the city.