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Namo Yamuna River Safari: When will Delhi’s 5-km cruise start? Location, ticket price, nearest Delhi metro station

The project, being developed between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, will begin trial operations on Monday.

Namo Yamuna River Safari: When will Delhi’s 5-km cruise start? Location, ticket price, nearest Delhi metro station

Delhi residents are set to embark on their first-ever Yamuna River cruise cruise within the next few days, with the launch expected before the festival of Chhath, according to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The 5-km stretch, located between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, will offer families a new destination for picnics and a peaceful experience on the Yamuna.

The project, estimated to cost ₹20 crore, began trial operations on Monday and will operate between these two points, covering around 4-5 km. Each ride will last approximately 40 minutes and costs ₹500 per passenger, with tickets available through the Delhi Tourism website. Passengers can board the air-conditioned boats at Nanaksar–Sonia Vihar Metro Station on the Pink Line.

The boats will be equipped with bio-toilets that have zero discharge, an announcement system, and safety jackets. The operator is expected to run a minimum of four trips per day.

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