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Dev Deepawali (also called Dev Diwali) falls on Kartik Purnima, when the ghats of Varanasi are lit with thousands of diyas. Many visitors choose to experience this from a boat on the Ganga, moving along the illuminated ghat line rather than watching from a single spot on land. This website lets you send a booking enquiry for private or shared boats for this occasion — our team confirms availability, boat type and pricing directly with you.
Whether you are travelling with family, as a couple, in a group of friends, or on your own, you can enquire by phone or WhatsApp and our team will help match you to a suitable boat.
Every enquiry can specify a boat type. Explore the four categories below — including Bajra boat booking and luxury cruise booking — to see which suits your Dev Diwali or Dev Deepawali plan.
25% OFF
A simple, traditional wooden boat — the most budget-friendly way to see the illuminated ghats.
9% OFF
A boat decorated with festive lighting, popular for a more photogenic Dev Deepawali ride.
20% OFF
A larger, more stable traditional boat suited to bigger families and groups.
17% OFF
A premium, more comfortable boat with covered seating for a relaxed evening on the Ganga.
A few photos from our boat fleet — visit the full gallery for more, organised by boat type.
A private boat booking means the whole boat is booked exclusively for your group — no sharing with other travellers. This is a popular choice for families, couples and groups of friends who want a more personal Dev Deepawali experience on the Ganga, with more freedom for photography and conversation along the way.
Private Boat BookingA shared boat booking lets you book individual seats on a boat that also carries other travellers heading out for the same Dev Deepawali evening. It's a practical, more affordable option for solo travellers, couples and small groups who don't need the whole boat to themselves.
Shared Boat BookingFrom the water, the Varanasi ghats appear as one continuous line of light on Dev Deepawali evening, with diyas placed along the steps and temples. A Varanasi Dev Diwali boat ride lets you move along this stretch of the river rather than staying fixed at a single ghat, which many visitors find gives a more complete view of the celebration. Evenings in the Kartik month are generally cool, so carrying a light jacket is a good idea.
Read More About the Ganga Boat Ride ExperienceShare your date, group size, boat type and whether you want a private or shared boat by WhatsApp or a phone call.
Our booking team checks availability and responds with suitable boat options and pricing for your requirement.
Once details are confirmed, you'll receive your reporting ghat and time ahead of Dev Deepawali evening.
Send us a booking enquiry using the form on this page, call our booking team, or message us on WhatsApp with your preferred date, group size and boat type. Our team will confirm availability and get back to you.
We help you enquire for Normal boats, Light & Decorated boats, Bajra boats and Luxury Cruises, available on both a private and a shared basis depending on availability.
Yes. You can specify "Private" as your booking type in the enquiry form, and our team will suggest suitable boat options for your group size.
Dev Deepawali is one of the busiest evenings on the Ganga in Varanasi, so we recommend sending your enquiry as early as possible to improve your chances of getting your preferred boat type and time.
You can call us at +91 7080109917, +91 7080109918 or +91 7080109919, or reach us on WhatsApp and email at help.visitkashi@gmail.com.
