Houseboat plays a vital role in promoting tourism in Kashmir. A stay in a houseboat can make your trip to Kashmir truly memorable. These houseboats stay at the same place as they are anchored to the lakeside. They provide all the necessary amenities like a hotel, such as hot/cold water, electricity, toilets, dining area, separate bedrooms, etc. There are either 3 or 4 double bedrooms available in each houseboat. Where to Stay in a Houseboat? Srinagar has three areas where these houseboats are available – Nigeen Lake, Dal Lake, and River Sutlej. There are also deluxe houseboats like hotels. But ..read more

There are some places where we live, then the places we explore, and finally the ones we experience and never want to leave. Yes, Kashmir is a paradise where you will feel the beauty of nature and hold to unforgettable memories. Along with just getting there and staying, there are some things in the lap of serene valleys you must experience. 1. Mesmerizing Shikara Ride You can’t find anything better than admiring the natural beauty of valleys while taking a shikara ride through the lake. No vehicle noises and smoke, no crowd, and no hustles and bustles of city life. Just you and your loved one ..read more

I’ve been to Kashmir many times and even visited places that most people skip. But my houseboat experience was truly relaxing and it’s worth seeing the sunrise here. Houseboats are the most talked-about and authentic part of local culture. Shikara and Dal Lake are the eternal combinations and star attractions in every Bollywood movie shot in Kashmir. Dal Lake is more than just a tourist attraction. It’s a lifeline of Srinagar, reflecting the beautifully carved wooden houseboats and the serene Pir Panjal Mountains in the backdrop. Locals who live by the lake also earn their livelihood out of it ..read more