Delhi residents could soon get the opportunity to cruise on the Yamuna River. Delhi government is beginning trials of the first-ever Yamuna River cruise starting Monday, October 26, 2026. Officially named ‘Namo Yamuna – River Safari’, the Delhi Yamuna Cruise is expected to ferry passengers for about 40 minutes at the fixed cost of INR 500 per person. In this blog, let’s take a look at more details about the Delhi Yamuna cruise, including information on its trials, fare, capacity, and more.
Namo Yamuna – River Safari Undergoing Trial Runs; Expected To Launch In November
Details Of The Delhi Yamuna Cruise
The much-awaited Delhi Yamuna cruise is starting trial runs. The Namo Yamuna – River Safari is an eco-friendly initiative aimed at offering locals and visitors a new way of experiencing Delhi’s beauty from the water. The Delhi Yamuna cruise is also intended to transform a stretch of the Yamuna into a leisure corridor, attracting tourists while combining sustainability with recreation.
The ferry ride will cover a distance of 5 km, from Sonia Vihar to Jagatpur, and each ride will last for about 40 minutes. The fare has been fixed at INR 500 per person and each cruise will have a capacity of 30 passengers only. The trial service will be conducted for about four to five days before the service is officially inaugurated for the public.
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Marking A New Step Towards River-Based Tourism In Delhi
Delhi’s Namo Yamuna – River Safari is an initiative marking a step towards developing river-based tourism in Delhi. This will also offer a new recreational experience along the Yamuna. It is also aimed at promoting inland water transport and promoting short-distance urban tourism in and around Delhi’s waterways.
Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta today launched trial runs of ‘Namo Yamuna Cruise Safari’ on the Sonia Vihar-Jagatpur stretch, paving the way for a new river tourism experience in Delhi.
Cruise services are planned to commence before Chhath Mahaparv.
Reviewing preparations, she directed officials to accord the highest priority to cleanliness, passenger safety and convenience. This initiative will offer Delhiites a new destination for family outings and recreation, while promoting tourism, strengthening local businesses and generating employment opportunities.
Cabinet Minister Shri Kapil Mishra and senior officials were present.
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To support the project, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding with key Delhi government departments. These include Irrigation and Flood Control, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) and the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC). The planned corridor is expected to serve as a major eco-friendly hub for cruise operations. With electric-solar hybrid boats, the vessels will be equipped with safety features, including life jackets and public announcement systems.
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Summing Up
The Delhi Yamuna cruise is expected to launch in November 2026, with trials underway. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has stated to the Press Trust of India that the management is aiming for the Delhi Yamuna cruise inauguration “before Chhath Mahaparv”. With a round trip lasting for about 40 minutes and the fare fixed at INR 500, the Namo Yamuna river cruise will unveil a new chapter in river-based tourism in Delhi.
