About Us

We are a group of enthusiastic local people who are adding a charm to the Kashmir tour with a comfortable houseboat stay ( Houseboat New Golden Flower ) and a magical Shikara ride for every traveler. The legacy of these ancient houseboats is passed on to 4 generations. We have been in this business since the end of 19th century and till date from more than 100 years we dedicate our utmost efforts to give the most valuable service to our customers.

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WHAT WE DO?

we are the best houseboat service provider in shrinagar- kashmir. If your dream is to stay in Houseboat New Golden Flower & enjoy our best services. then we will make your stay on the water a memorable experience & will turn those treasure dreams to treasure memories. Since many decades, we have been settled amidst the beautiful valley of Kashmir.

We ensure that our customers can enjoy the best of this paradise on earth. The customer’s satisfaction is our utmost priority and we believe in building strong connect with great service. We are here to make your tour on the water a memorable experience. houseboatnewgoldenflower.com deals in selling houseboat tours and Shikara rides.

Tour Packages
Houseboat Booking
Shikara Ride
Special full moon shikara ride
Water Ski
Trout Fishing
Trekking
Car Rental

Our History

We are in the houseboat business since 1916 and on 7th May 2016 we have completed 100 years in houseboat hospitality and celebrated “CENTENNIAL“. We have served many high dignities in our houseboats like Maharaja of Gwalior & former Union Minister of civil aviation and tourism Late Shri Madhavroa Scindia ji, World known Maestro Shri Zubin Mehta ji, Bora Muslim Community’s Spritual leader Late Syed Burhanudin sahib, Indian Nightingale Late Shrimati Lata Mangeshkar ji, Bollywood actors Late Shammi Kapoor ji, Late Rajender Kumar ji , Late Om Prakash ji and actress late Nutann ji

For unsurpassed value and an unforgettable holiday, we invite you to relax as Kashmiri prince in the carefree atmosphere of the New Golden Flower heritage houseboats and enjoy the timeless majestic scenery of the Himalayas for yourself.

If there is a paradise on earth, it is this, it is this, it is this. We look forward to share this paradise with you.

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History Of Houseboats

The houseboats in Srinagar emerged in the 19th century when the Europeans were intrigued by the beauty of Kashmir and showed interest in buying land in the valley to settle down. But there was a barrier to their request as it is restricted to purchase a land by an outsider in Kashmir which prevails till date.

As a solution, the Europeans came up with an ingenious idea to build a boat like houses on the water bodies in Kashmir. This was a mid-way discovered by them to abide by the laws made by the state and this innovative idea gave birth to the houseboats in the valley of Kashmir.

At the time when the Europeans left the boundaries of India after Independence, these beautifully built houseboats were still standing on the Dal Lake. After much thought, the owners decided to convert the houseboats into luxurious hotels settled on the water. The houseboats were a great attraction for the tourists as it gave a beautiful sight of the snow clad mountains and the pristine lake. The growing demand for houseboats emerged as a great income source for their owners.

But the tourism industry in Kashmir collapsed in the year 1989 due to insurgency and violent conflicts in the state. This time of violence brought the downfall of many houseboats in Srinagar, but many houseboats also managed to survive.

As the conflicts faded with time, the tourists started visiting the paradise state again. With the increase in the tourists, the houseboats business also started flourishing because what can be perfect than relaxing beside the calm water of the lake and enjoying the scenic view of the valley.