The Namo Yamuna River Safari will offer 40-minute electric boat rides between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur for Rs 500 per person.
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the first recreational Yamuna cruise service at Sonia Vihar on Tuesday, according to reports by Urban Acres, Deccan Chronicle and The News Mill. The Namo Yamuna River Safari will operate on a stretch between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, covering a distance of approximately 4 to 6 km.
The project is a joint initiative involving the Centre, the Delhi government and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and Delhi government agencies had signed an agreement in March 2025 to develop this cruise tourism.
Each 40-minute ride will accommodate a maximum of 30 passengers at a fare of Rs 500 per person. The service will use electrically powered, air-conditioned vessels equipped with life jackets, announcement systems and bio-toilets with zero discharge. Tickets can be purchased online via the Delhi Tourism website or on-site.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the cruise would allow residents to enjoy experiences they often seek in other cities and help strengthen their connection with the river. Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra noted that the site also features a food court, a children’s play zone, shopping outlets and a musical fountain.
The inauguration was attended by Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Minister of State Shantanu Thakur, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra, and Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh. Other attendees included BJP MP Manoj Tiwari and Delhi BJP president Harsh Malhotra.
