Delhi folks might soon get to enjoy boat rides on the Yamuna River Cruise starting February 2026. The cruise in Delhi will run between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, covering about 6-7 km upstream of Wazirabad Barrage. The government is spending around ₹20 crore on this project to boost eco-friendly tourism.
The Yamuna is now officially National Waterway 110(NW-110), running 1,080 km from Delhi all the way to Prayagraj. These electric-solar boats will carry 40 people at a time and come with music, food, and entertainment. Two floating jetties are already set up at Sonia Vihar, and each one can handle up to 50 people at a time.
Yamuna Cruise Delhi is part of Delhi's bigger plan to develop the riverfront for tourism and recreation.
Delhi Cruise Launch Date
- Yamuna cruise will likely begin operations in February 2026, though the exact date isn't confirmed yet
- CM Rekha Gupta will officially open the service for Delhi residents
- The exact Yamuna cruise schedule and timings will be released once the service officially starts in February
The Yamuna Cruise Route
- The Yamuna cruise route connects Sonia Vihar with Jagatpur, going back and forth for about 6-7 km
- Takes roughly 60 minutes to finish one complete trip
- Runs in the cleaner part of the river, above Wazirabad Barrage
Ground Facilities
- Two docking platforms at Sonia Vihar can handle 50 visitors each
- Parking lots, washrooms, and hangout spots are being built nearby
- The cruise in Delhi will only cover a 4 km section for now(development Zone)
Onboard Experience
- A comfortable 40-seat boat with air conditioning throughout
- Food, music, and entertainment available during the ride
- Safety gear like life jackets and announcement systems is included
How the Delhi River Cruise Works
- The cruise in Delhi uses a mix of electric and solar power(hybrid engine) to run. Better for the environment
- Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra says it matches global safety requirements
- Designed to give passengers a premium experience without charging too much
Development Plan
- Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra mentioned the river has two different zones in Delhi - one before Wazirabad and one after it
- Starting with the upper section, this boat service will give locals the opportunity to enjoy the river.
- The lower stretch is undergoing major cleaning work with new sewage plants and drainage fixes to improve water conditions
Overall, the government has invested ₹20 crore in this initiative to promote eco-friendly tourism. Part of the Yamuna waterway project to make the river more accessible, the Yamuna cruise Delhi aims to reconnect locals with their river.
As the cruise service takes shape upstream, officials are working in parallel to clean up sewage downstream, aiming to improve water quality across the entire river stretch.
