Visiting the famous Dal Lake of Srinagar has now become easier. Just understand that leaving home is like going to office. Actually, now people will be able to visit Dal Lake by Uber. Book a taxi to roam in the valleys of Kashmir. Similarly, book a ‘Shikara’ to visit the lake. Actually, Uber has started “Uber Shikara” service from Monday to visit Dal Lake.
It also provides the facility of online booking of Shikara ride in Dal Lake for the tourists. This service is not only beneficial for tourists, but has also brought a new economic opportunity for Shikara drivers. The launch of Uber Shikara in Dal Lake is being considered a big step towards promoting tourism and strengthening local business in Jammu and Kashmir.
Pre-booking will provide convenience
Tourists can book their rides in advance through Uber Shikara service. With this, tourists will be able to plan their travel time better and Shikara drivers will also be aware of their booking. This will not only save time of tourists and shikara drivers, but will also ensure timely delivery of shikara.
Booking a Shikara ride through the Uber app is extremely simple. Tourists can book their ride with a few easy taps. According to Shikara drivers, with this service there will be no problem in booking Shikara even during the busy tourist season.
Comfortable and economical ride
Uber Shikara service starts from ghat number 16 of Dal Lake. The fee for one hour ride has been kept at around ₹ 800. In this, tourists can visit six major attractions – Swimming Boat, Kabootar Khana, Lotus Garden, Floating Garden, Floating Market and Nehru Park. Each ride can seat a maximum of four passengers.
Uber spokesperson informed that under this initiative the company has not kept any charges on Shikara rides booked. Its entire money will be given to Shikara drivers, which will create opportunities for the local people involved in tourism to earn the remaining money.
Benefits to tourists and local businessmen
With this online Shikara service in Dal Lake, tourists will get a chance to experience the beauty of the lake as per their schedule. A tourist said that during the season it becomes difficult to get Shikara and the rates are also higher. This service will keep the rates normal and ensure booking.
Uber Shikara rides can be booked from 12 hours to 15 days in advance. Uber has started this service without any additional charges, which will provide direct economic benefit to the local community.