Sailing and Camping on the Ganges

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Earliest Date Available: October 11, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Location

Varanasi

Duration

2 days

Group size

Max 4 guests

Language

English

Location

Varanasi

Duration

2 days

Group size

Max 4 guests

Language

English

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4.5

•7 reviews

US$399.48 per group

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Earliest Date Available: October 11, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

Free CancellationCancel for free up to 1 day before your experience

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This is a wonderful trip, a kind of soft adventure. The clients shall be satisfied with the whole experience exclusive boat with boatman & kitchen crew, company of migratory birds and playful sight of Gangetic Dolphins. Sailing down the Ganges - in a wooden country boat is a leisurely trip with lots of fun. This is the most colorful and interesting stretch of this legendary river. Beautiful landscape, simple country-side, people religiously flocking the river banks and old temples. Lose yourself in the spiritual romance of the legendary Ganges. Sail on this journey of a lifetime, bask in the bliss of epiphany and make friends with your inner self. Greet the morning sun with a salutation yoga pose, wave past frolicking kids, and unravel the locals’ chatter along the river bank. Lounge in your boat and let the gentle breeze caress you to snooze, only to be woken by an intoxicating aroma permeating the air. Look out for exciting bird life and dolphins - only if you're lucky!

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Lose yourself in the spiritual romance of the legendary Ganges. Sail on this journey of a lifetime, bask in the bliss of epiphany and make friends with your inner self. Greet the morning sun with a salutation yoga pose, wave past frolicking kids, and unravel the locals’ chatter along the river bank. Lounge in your boat and let the gentle breeze caress you to snooze, only to be woken by an intoxicating aroma permeating the air. Look out for exciting bird life and dolphins - only if you're lucky! Soak in golden sunsets, join the boatmen for a game of cricket or simply take a stroll along the riverfront. Relish a delicious meal in the warmth of a campfire. Let it all sink in while you gaze at the blanket of constellations. The trip celebrates a spiritual and cultural legacy as profound as the Ganges! It’s peaceful and exciting, unfathomable yet absorbing, like fantasy and much more!

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We can arrange transfer on request as per their convient on extra charge basis.

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Varanasi, Varanasi Varanasi Division Uttar Pradesh, India, IN

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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Compass14806393974March 2025 • TripAdvisor

Sailing on the Ganges

This was a memorable trip on the Ganges above Varanasi. It was comfortable, interesting and very relaxing. The food was good and the views spectacular as was the wildlife

Response from ViatorApril 01, 2025

Explorer, Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience on TripAdvisor! Your feedback means the world to us, and we’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Sailing program. At Tourrnival Jourrneys, we aim to create memorable experiences, and knowing that we could do that for you is incredibly rewarding. We look forward to the opportunity to host you again soon on another adventure. Best regards, Tourrnival Jourrneys Pvt. Ltd.

Excursion45428968190January 2024 • TripAdvisor

Awesome experience on the Ganges

The men who crewed the boat, set up our camp including making our beds, cooked amazing food and generally tended to our every need were courteous, respectful and couldn’t do enough to help to ensure an amazing and unique experience. I loved the experience and would recommend to anyone…. The boys rowed for hours with four tourists and all our luggage aboard … an awesome effort Thank you again so much

Response from ViatorJanuary 27, 2024

Dear Explorer, Thank you for sharing your positive experience on TripAdvisor! Your feedback means the world to us. We're thrilled you enjoyed our Sailing and Camping Tour. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Best regards, Tourrnival Jourrneys Pvt. Ltd.

Resort08535091487January 2024 • TripAdvisor

Wonderful experience that I’ll never forget

Amazing trip. Only spoilt a little by the fog. The effort that the guys on the boats put in to make us comfortable was incredible. They rowed like crazy, made us food, put up tents and smiled at us constantly. Unfortunately, The unusual weather spoilt it a little as the banks of the Ganges weren’t always visible clearly and it was a little cold. Would do it again!

Response from ViatorJanuary 27, 2024

325LindaW325January 2024 • TripAdvisor

Good times on the Ganges

I joined this trip as part of an Explore Small tour and had a fantastic experience. The company looked after us so well, setting up camp, cooking delicious food and taking us on the most wonderful sail. All done with a smile 😊. Would definitely recommend as a brilliant highlight of our Indian adventure.

Response from ViatorJanuary 27, 2024

Gavin CNovember 2023 • TripAdvisor

Friendly crew, wonderful sights.

Peaceful respite from the general Indian hustle & bustle. Lovely overnight camp & meal before sailing to Varanasi on the Ganges. Lots of wildlife to observe on the way. Really friendly crew. Basic toilet facilities and tents - but if you are prepared this is all part of the experience.

Response from ViatorNovember 30, 2023

Dear Explorer, Thank you for sharing your positive experience on TripAdvisor! Your feedback means the world to us. We're thrilled you enjoyed our Saling and Camping program. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Best regards, Tourrnival Jourrneys Pvt. Ltd.