Tourists visiting the iconic Dal Lake can now enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with the launch of first water transport service in Asia.

Uber has launched its first water transport service in Asia, allowing tourists to book traditional Kashmiri shikaras on Dal Lake through its app. With an initial fleet of seven shikaras, the service aims to enhance tourism in Kashmir and ensure that the entire fare benefits local shikara drivers.

Uber Shikara will allow tourists in Srinagar the option to pre-book their boat rides on the Dal Lake through their app.

Uber Shikara rides can be booked 12 hours prior and up to 15 days in advance. Shikara Owners Association President Wali Mohammad Bhatt said that there are around 4,000 shikaras in Dal Lake and he expects Uber to onboard more shikara partners.

Uber launched a water transport hailing service on scenic Dal Lake in India's Kashmir region on Monday, offering rides on boats popular with tourists.

Tourists visiting the iconic Dal Lake will now enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with the launch of Uber's first water transport service in Asia, aptly named 'Uber Shikara'

Uber Shikara, a new pre-booked water transport service, is launched at Dal Lake in Srinagar, allowing tourists to book shikara rides through the Uber

Uber Shikara is the ride-hailing app's first water transport service in India and introduces features such as pre-booking and trip insurance for shikara rides.

Uber Shikara services in Srinagar blend technology with cultural heritage, offering visitors a seamless experience of Shikara rides.

Named as Uber Shikara, the limited-period service is designed to enhance the tourism experience while promoting grassroots economic opportunities for shikara drivers in Jammu and Kashmir.

According to Reuters, Uber now offers boat-hailing services on Dal Lake, located in the Kashmir region in India. These wooden Shikara boats are decorated with bright colors and have seemingly comfortable pillows to let tourists enjoy a scenic boat ride.