Kashmir Houseboats

The delight in Kashmir does not end with sightseeing or an adventurous tour. It is a beautiful place where you get pleasure in everything you do. A stay on water is one of the greatest pleasures of a Kashmir tour. Houseboats are the most aesthetic and romantic part of your stay in valley. If you travel to valley, you must stay in a Houseboat once or you are going to miss a great deal here. The boats are simply wonderful. They have a rich architecture and a smooth service. The tradition of in province is very old. As there are a number of water bodies here, so a huge chunk of the population derives their livelihood from these waters and thus live on them. Life on water has been a great tradition in region and inhabitants have made arrangements to make their guests experience the beauty and wonder of a stay in water.

To catch the real essence and charm of a Kashmir-Valley-tour, it is mandatory to stay in a houseboat at least once. The wonderful delight in standing on the deck of it and watching the breath-taking scenery around, coupled with a vibrant life on water is an experience unique to valley and can be found nowhere else on earth.

The interiors of houseboats in Kashmir are as charming as the outside scenery. Most of the boats represent a characteristic Kashmiri architecture and are well decorated and designed with typical local wood carving. The facilities are complete. There are bedrooms with attached bathrooms, dressing rooms, dining rooms, pantry and an upper deck. The facilities are luxurious and the service is quality and swift. The boathouses, like hotels, too have classes; they are classified into standard, deluxe and super deluxe depending on the type of facilities and design. A super deluxe houseboat can be compared with any five star hotels with all luxurious facilities.

Houseboats in Kashmir are run mainly by families, who try their level best to give you a home like comfort away from home. The families are experienced in providing the top quality service to their guests.

Tourists usually prefer to stay in boats than in a hotel in Kashmir. This becomes even more common in case of honeymoon couples. There are a large number of boats in the valley that cater to a huge number of tourists. Boats are present in Dal Lake, Nagin Lake and on River Jhelum. Generally Dal Lake is very much congested with houseboats and it will be better to book a boathouse in Nagin Lake or more preferably on Jhelum. The local crew is well trained to deal with any kind of situation, so there is no need to fear.

If you want to enjoy a mesmerized stay while listening to the sweet sound of the water dancing to the tune of the breeze, you must book in advance. Valley has witnessing a huge rush of tourists and many people are having a tough time in finding an accommodation. Online bookings are available and therefore, book your houseboats on lake in advance and enjoy the tour!

Our boathouses are surrounded by sheer poetry engulfed with beauty and a paradise which is visible to the human eyes on the face of this earth. Kashmir is the most apt location to visit and witness an era back in time.

Come and live on a floating luxurious Houseboat in Kashmir, taste our specialty cuisine and gaze at the beauty of the cobalt Dal-lake.

Houseboats Facilities

• Accommodation provided on deluxe class
• 55 rooms well furnished with wall to wall carpet and special valley carpets, separate dressing rooms and attached bathrooms fitted with modern amenities
• 24-hour room service
• 24-hour attendant in every
• Telephone in every
• Cable TV in every
• Safe deposit
• Drinks
• Doctor on Call
• Laundry Services
• Internet Services

At NO extra cost

Kashmir Travels feels pleasure to announce first real time online reservation system for Houseboats in Kashmir. This portal facilitates individuals to do real time advance bookings for boats, hotels, huts and various other properties J&K. Now Individuals can book Tour Packages and Accommodation in Jammu and Kashmir.
HOUSEBOAT LUXURIES Like hotels anywhere in the world, houseboats in Kashmir too have their classes. Houseboats provide a professional service and promise a luxurious stay for its guests. The infrastructure of these architectural structures is complete, with bedrooms, bathrooms, drawing rooms, dressing rooms, pantry and a deck for a wonderful view of the surroundings. Broadly, houseboats in Kashmir are classified into Standard, Deluxe and super deluxe. STANDARD HOUSEBOAT: A standard houseboat is ideal for honeymoon couples. It provides you a wonderful stay at reasonable prices. A stay in this houseboat makes your vacation memorable and suits honeymoon couples and budget travellers, who enjoy their tour without worrying about the expenditures. Standard houseboats provide you a stay on a low price without compromising on the quality of services. The houseboats are usually made with bamboo and coir products. The roofs are thatched, making the interiors cool, so that you don’t feel the lack of Air Conditioner. The lounge is airy, with large windows and luxurious furniture, providing you a wonderful view of the surroundings. The bedrooms have attached bathrooms with all the modern facilities. The other amenities are complete to ensure a comfortable sleep and rest. The pantry and the kitchen are clean with all the latest gadgets. The crew in the houseboats is hospitable and professional and will be at your service all the time. DELUXE HOUSEBOATS: Deluxe houseboats are mainly found in Kerala and Kashmir. While in Kerala these houseboats are slow moving, in Kashmir they are moored. Deluxe houseboats in Kashmir are well equipped with sound furniture, carpets, bathrooms with all the modern facilities, an airy lounge, dining rooms, drawing rooms, pantry and a balcony on the front. A houseboy is always at your disposal to do the running around. These houseboats are ancient, most of which were built in 1900. They are, however, much popular among the travellers and tourists. The houseboats wear a royal look and are made of wood, which is usually carved into a nice design. SUPER DELUXE HOUSEBOATS: The super deluxe houseboats are the best among all the types in terms of luxury and facilities. There are not many super deluxe houseboats in Kashmir. These houseboats are built elegantly and are luxurious and comfortable. The hospitality is unique. The houseboats are well equipped with safety measures. The houseboats are clean with eco-friendly measures, biodegradable system. Waste material is disposed of properly and regularly. These houseboats have a large entertainment hall. The bedrooms have attached bathrooms with both hot and cold water. Mineral water is available for drinking and cooking. The kitchen is well equipped with all the latest gadgets. The crew is hospitable and professional ensuring that your stay is pleasant, comfortable and memorable.