Light Motor Boat
The Light Motor Boat is a step up for guests who want to book a Dev Diwali boat in Varanasi with a smoother, faster ride and more comfortable cushioned seating. Being lighter, it manoeuvres closer to the ghats for a better view of the diyas and the Ganga Aarti stages without the crowd on the steps. Every seat is covered, life jackets are provided throughout the ride, and the same 2.5-hour route takes you past the most densely lit stretch of the riverfront. This is one of our most requested boats for anyone looking to book a Dev Diwali boat in Varanasi with a bit more comfort over the standard option.
What This Cruise Offers
Upcoming Sailings
What's Included & What's Not
Inclusions
- Cushioned seat for the full Dev Diwali sailing
- Life jacket for every guest
- Covered canopy roof
- Closer vantage point to the illuminated ghats
- Fireworks and Ganga Aarti viewing from the river
- Onboard boatman/crew
Exclusions
- Transport to and from the boarding point
- Food, snacks and beverages
- Personal expenses and tips
- Decoration, cake, photography or musician (bookable separately)
- Cancellation within 7 days of Dev Diwali (see policy)
Frequently Asked Questions
Pick a cruise category or time slot, choose your date, and submit a booking - for scheduled sailings you will see live seat availability and pricing instantly. For celebration packages (birthday, anniversary, wedding, etc.) we confirm availability and a final quote with you over WhatsApp or phone before the booking is locked in.
Cancellation and rescheduling terms depend on how much notice you give and whether any add-ons (decoration, catering, musician) had already been arranged on your behalf. Full details are on our Cancellation Policy page, and we confirm the specific terms with you at the time of booking.
Seat availability updates live as bookings come in - a sailing shows as sold out the moment it reaches capacity. If you do not see a slot you want listed, message us on WhatsApp and we will check the latest availability across the fleet.
The base price covers your seat on the cruise, life jackets for every guest and an experienced boatman. Decoration, cake, photography, videography and musicians are all optional add-ons priced separately, shown on each cruise or package page.
Yes, life jackets are provided for every guest on every cruise. Please ask your boatman if they have not been offered before departure.
