Delhi has a new tourism attraction now with the launch of its first recreational electric cruise service on Yamuna River. Namo Yamuna River Safari is being launched as a service for residents and tourists to experience the river in short cruise between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur.
The service was inaugurated on 10 November 2026 by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal in presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and other officials.
🚨Delhi launches its first Yamuna River Cruise, offering 40-minute ride on electric boats between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur; AC cruise can accommodate 30 passengers, with tickets priced at ₹500 per person https://t.co/hrB55q4NIs
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The 30-seater electric boat will make a six kilometre round trip (about 40 minutes ride each way). Tickets have been fixed at ₹500 per person.
It is part of a larger plan to develop the Yamuna riverfront as a recreational and tourism destination with additional attractions like food outlets, play areas for kids, adventure activities etc. a musical fountain too.
If you’re planning to visit, here is everything you need to know about the new Yamuna cruise ticket price, route/timing, facilities and booking process.
What Is the Namo Yamuna River Safari?
Namo Yamuna River Safari is Delhi’s first organised recreational cruise service on the Yamuna river.
The project is developed by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) in collaboration with Delhi government agencies to introduce river-based tourism in capital.
The electric-powered boat can carry up to 30 people and has a short journey on the Sonia Vihar-Jagatpur stretch.
The boat has two passenger decks. On the lower deck there is an air-conditioned cabin with seating and on the upper deck (open sides covered with canopy) visitors can enjoy river views.
The service is intended to be a leisure experience for families, tourists and residents who want something different to do when exploring Delhi.
Delhi Yamuna Cruise Ticket Price
The ticket price of Namo Yamuna River Safari cruise ride is ₹500 per person.
Visitors who do not wish to take the boat ride can reportedly access the surrounding recreational area by paying an entry fee of ₹50.
There are other attractions and activities in the recreational zone as well (some of which may be chargeable separately). Visitors should check on official booking platform for latest applicable fees before planning their visit.
Delhi Yamuna Cruise Route and Ride Duration
The cruise will run between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur along the Yamuna upstream of Wazirabad Barrage.
The journey follows this route:
Sonia Vihar → Jagatpur → Sonia Vihar
The whole round trip is about six kilometres and it takes around 40 minutes.
The route allows passengers to experience the Yamuna from the water and views of river landscape around it.
The service is still being developed as a stretch of river rather than long river journey.
Delhi Yamuna Cruise Timings
The cruise is expected to run during daytime and evening hours but different reports in the press have given different operating windows some said 9 AM to 9 PM; others 10 AM to 8 PM.
The exact departure slots may also depend on daily operating schedule and availability.
Visitors should check the latest timings through the official Delhi Tourism booking portal before going to Sonia Vihar.
Under the service arrangements, the operator should make at least four trips per day.
How to Book Namo Yamuna River Safari Tickets
Visitors can book tickets online on Delhi Tourism website. There are also ticket counters at the riverfront terminal.
Passengers should check the available departure slots, ticket prices and visitor policy before booking.
Official booking portal: https://delhitourism.gov.in/
Since the service has just been launched, visitors should check ticket availability and operating conditions before setting off on their journey.
Facilities Available on the Electric Cruise
The Namo Yamuna River Safari has been designed to be comfortable for passengers.
Some facilities on board include:
- Air-conditioned lower deck.
- Open upper deck with a canopy.
- Seating arrangements for up to 30 passengers.
- Safety jackets.
- Passenger announcement system.
- Inboard bio-toilets designed for zero discharge into the river.
The riverfront terminal at Sonia Vihar also has floating jetties for boarding and disembarking; ticket counters; waiting areas; restrooms; parking facilities.
Other Attractions at the Yamuna Riverfront
The project is not limited to the electric cruise. The recreational area around it has been developed as a destination where visitors can spend more time with family and friends.
The planned and available attractions include:
- Musical fountain and light-and-sound show: The main attraction is a musical fountain that shows the history and spiritual significance of Yamuna through lighting, music and visual displays.
- Food court and shopping area: Visitors can explore food outlets and commercial spaces near the riverfront.
- Children’s play zone: A play area has been provided for families visiting with children.
- Adventure activities: facilities such as skating and rock climbing have been part of the wider recreational development.
- Walking and ecological trails: The riverfront also has spaces for walking and outdoor recreation.
These facilities are supposed to make the location more than a boarding point for the cruise.
Will Yamuna Cruise operate all year round?
The service is subject to river conditions and seasonal restrictions.
According to The Tribune, cruise service is suspended from July 1 to September 30 every year due to monsoon related river conditions.
Water levels, navigation depth and weather conditions can affect operation of river transport services.
Visitors planning to travel during monsoon should check if it is operational or not before travelling.
What Is the Government’s Plan for Yamuna River Tourism?
The launch of the Namo Yamuna River Safari is part of a larger plan to develop the Yamuna as a recreational destination in Delhi.
The Inland Waterways Authority of India has been working with Delhi government agencies to introduce recreational navigation along the river.
Yamuna has been declared as National Waterway-110 under the National Waterways Act, 2016.
Officials have also said they plan to increase the cruise service by bringing in more vessels and building facilities along the riverfront.
The broader vision is to improve public access, create tourism opportunities and encourage recreational use along the river.
However, the long-term success of the initiative will also depend on keeping the river’s environmental condition stable and making sure tourism doesn’t add to pollution pressures.
A New Leisure Attraction for Delhi Residents
The Namo Yamuna River Safari offers Delhiites another option for a short family outing without going outside the city.
40-minute electric cruise, separate recreational zone and additional visitor facilities that is what the project hopes to bring to the city with a new form of river based tourism.
Visitors planning to visit will need to check ticket availability, operating hours and season restrictions.
The cruise may give you a different view of Delhi but its long term appeal will depend on consistency in operations, visitor safety and continued efforts to improve the environmental condition of Yamuna.
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