Shikara Guide

6 Things you need to know before going for shikara

Where to GET  Govt Approved 2023 June pricing

By Travel My Kashmir

Shikara rates have recently been revised

One needs to be smart enough to get at those or you could end up paying 2-3 times

Tip One:

Govt Approved rate is INR   790 / hour as of 2023 June

Tip 2:

Dont force for more as its risky even if its kid

In One boat maximum allowed is 4 adults

Tip 3:

2 hour ride is enough.

AND EVEN IF NOT ENOOUGH , YOU CAN EXTEND IT DURING THE RIDE BY INFORMING THE BOATMAN

Tip 3:

Tip 3:

IF its not Govt prices Do not go

Tip 4:

There are many ghats and many boatman of both Genuine and Odd ones as well to choose from.

Places to Visit

Best Ghat to Board

Meena Bazar , Nehru Park , Floating market, Chaar Chinar, Lotus gardens

There are many boarding points or ghats. Best ones are from  Ghat 9 to Ghat 16. being nearby deep waters and golden views..

Tip 5 :

Tip 6:

Listen to your gut when it comes to Haggling on prices

Tip 7 :

You can do the ride at anytime. But evening and morning is recommended for a Golden View of the Lake.

Timings

Final Thoughts

As everything is online now. You also have the ease to book it from convinience at govt approved prices.

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