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Kota & Jawahar Sagar
Glide between towering cliffs on the Chambal — crocodiles and otters along the banks, panther and sloth bear on the slopes, raptors and vultures overhead. Two routes, daily departures, expert local boatmen.
Chambal · Kota
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Wild waters of the Chambal
Two motorboat safari routes on the Chambal River near Kota — the Kota gorge run from Chambal Garden to the Garadia Mahadev viewpoint (18 km, 2 hr), and the longer Jawahar Sagar stretch to Jhawar Island (24 km, 2.5 hr). Calm waters, sheer gorge walls, and some of Rajasthan's richest riverine wildlife.
Glide into the wild — where every turn brings a new view and an unforgettable sighting.
Basking on the banks and rocky shallows; otters in the calm pools.
Seen on the gorge slopes along the Jawahar Sagar route.
Plus 300+ resident and migratory birds through the season.
Life jackets provided; experienced local boatman on every boat.
Wide, quiet stretches where the river opens out around the islands.
The Chambal boat safari is our flagship — and we can plan the rest of your Kota trip too. One trusted local team for the river, the sights, the roads and a place to stay.
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ExploreChambal Boat Safari is a small, owner-run operation dedicated to showing you the river the way we know it — safely, personally, and with respect for everything living in it.
Co-founder · CAT Hospitality LLP
Co-founder of CAT Hospitality LLP and of Jawai Safari, one of Rajasthan's most respected leopard-safari names. Jishan leads guest experience and safety on the Chambal.
Co-founder · CAT Hospitality LLP
Co-founder of CAT Hospitality LLP and partner in Jawai Safari. Shaurya runs operations on the ground — boatmen, guides and logistics — so every safari runs smoothly.
We are the team behind Jawai Safari, one of Rajasthan's trusted names for leopard safaris. Jawai taught us something simple: guests remember trips that are run personally, kept safe, and rooted in real local knowledge — not packaged in bulk. Chambal Boat Safari is us bringing that same philosophy to the Chambal gorge near Kota.
Operated by CAT Hospitality LLP, every safari is coordinated directly with you — we confirm your boarding point, group size and the day's water conditions over WhatsApp, so nothing is left to a faceless booking desk. Our boats are handled by experienced local boatmen, life jackets are worn by everyone, and groups are kept small so the water stays calm and the wildlife stays close.
Booked and coordinated by the founders, not a call centre.
Life jackets for all, experienced boatmen, small groups.
Real Kota boatmen and first-hand knowledge of the gorge.
Quiet, low-impact cruising through the sanctuary.
find your way to the river
Book online here, on WhatsApp, or at our Kota office. On your safari day you head to the boarding point we confirm with you — not the booking office. They are in different locations, so please double-check before you set out.
H.16, Subhash Vihar Rd, Anantpura,
Kota, Rajasthan 324005
Kishorepura, Kota. Departure for the Garadia Mahadev gorge cruise — 2 hr · 18 km.
Departure for the Jhawar Island wildlife cruise — 2.5 hr · 24 km.
good to know
Everything you need to know before booking a Chambal boat safari in Kota.
Boats depart from Chambal Garden in Kota for the Garadia Mahadev gorge route, and from Jawahar Sagar for the longer Jhawar Island route. Your exact boarding point and time are confirmed on WhatsApp after booking.
The ticket price is ₹2,200 per person on both routes, all-inclusive — no separate entry ticket. A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 10 people are allowed per boat.
Crocodiles, gharials and otters along the banks; panther and sloth bear on the gorge slopes (Jawahar Sagar route); plus raptors, owls, vultures and over 300 resident and migratory birds.
October to June is the best time. Cruises may pause during the monsoon (July–September) or during high-water releases from the dam.
The Chambal Garden to Garadia Mahadev route is about 2 hours (18 km). The Jawahar Sagar to Jhawar Island route is about 2.5 hours (24 km).
Choose your route, date and group size above and submit — your booking is then confirmed on WhatsApp at +91 79766 78497. Payment is handled directly with the operator.
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