⛵ River & Ghat Experiences

Dev Diwali Boat Festival (November)

📍 Varanasi, India ⏱ 3–4 hours 🎟 ₹500–1500 per person (special boats) 🕐 Kartik Purnima · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

About Dev Diwali Boat Festival (November)

On Kartik Purnima, 10 lakh diyas illuminate every ghat simultaneously — watching it from a boat on the Ganga is the most breathtaking sight in India. Gods are said to descend to earth on this night.
Book your boat 2–3 months in advance; premium spots sell out by September

Visitor Information

Duration
3–4 hours
Timings
Kartik Purnima · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹500–1500 per person (special boats)
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Best Season
Oct – Mar
Languages
Hindi · English (guides available)

How to Reach Dev Diwali Boat Festival (November)

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By Air
Fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), 26 km from Varanasi city. VisitKashi arranges airport pickup.
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By Train
Varanasi Junction (BSB) or Manduadih (MUV) — well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. VisitKashi provides station transfers.
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Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and VisitKashi cabs are the best way to reach the ghats and temple areas within the city.
Quick Info
Duration
3–4 hours
Timings
Kartik Purnima · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹500–1500 per person (special boats)
Best Time
Oct – Mar
VisitKashi Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Category
⛵ River & Ghat Experiences
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