Lake Pichola
Lake Pichola
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Srujana O
Hyderabad, India133 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
Lake Pichola is the beating heart of Udaipur, a place that enchants at every hour of the day. During my stay, I found myself returning to its tranquil shores, each visit bringing new memories. Mornings were a peaceful affair, with flocks of birds gliding over the calm water, while afternoons invited me to unwind at one of the lakeside cafes, enjoying a leisurely meal with a view of the sparkling lake. The evenings were magical, especially during the Gangaur festival, when women, adorned in vibrant traditional attire, gathered on the ghats, singing soulful songs that echoed across the water. Dining on the lake’s edge, with the grand palaces and heritage hotels reflecting in the clear water, was a sight to behold. But perhaps the most unforgettable experience was the boat ride at sunset, when the sky was ablaze with hues of orange and pink, casting a dreamlike glow over the entire lake. Lake Pichola became more than just a destination—it was a place that captured my heart over and over, leaving me with lasting memories of its timeless beauty.
Written 23 November 2024
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Amelie9626
Cape Town, South Africa1,655 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
We actually went on a boat here twice. First time from the municipality boat house just below karni mata temple. This was nice. We skipped the queues by booking the premium boats (only about 20 ppl). As we were 3 people, and the boat has a configuration of 2 seats together, the boatman was quite insistent that the 3 person (my child) sit far away , but we stayed our ground and finally he relented. Journey was smooth and lake was peaceful and magical.
Next time we booked a round trip to Jagmandir from City Palace and it was a quick trip back and forth, but while coming back, there was some delay and the lines were huge.
I would highly recommend either experience. It looks amazing and is worth it.
Next time we booked a round trip to Jagmandir from City Palace and it was a quick trip back and forth, but while coming back, there was some delay and the lines were huge.
I would highly recommend either experience. It looks amazing and is worth it.
Written 2 March 2025
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Traveller with Soul
Dubai, United Arab Emirates75 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Lake Pichola in Udaipur is a serene and picturesque gem, offering stunning views of the city's palaces and temples. A boat ride on the lake is a must, especially around sunset when the golden light reflects off the water, creating a magical ambiance. The lake's calm waters, surrounded by historic architecture like the City Palace and the Lake Palace, add to the charm. Whether you're strolling along the banks or enjoying a peaceful boat ride, Lake Pichola is a beautiful and tranquil experience that captures the essence of Udaipur's beauty and history.
Written 25 August 2024
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Alex
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Jun 2024 • Friends
Lake Pichola, nestled in Udaipur, India, is a mesmerizing gem, captivating visitors with its serene waters and picturesque surroundings. Embellished by the stunning palaces of Jag Mandir and City Palace, this artificial lake exudes tranquility and historical charm. Boating across its placid waters offers a glimpse into Udaipur's rich heritage and architectural splendor. As the sun sets, the lake transforms into a canvas of vibrant hues, creating an enchanting ambiance for romantic strolls or serene contemplation. A must-visit destination for its timeless beauty and cultural significance.
Written 3 June 2024
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EC13091
Ellicott City, MD1,774 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
We took a sunset cruise and highly recommend that you do so, too. The lake at dusk was lovely and less crowded than during the day. Our guide arranged a private sailing at 6pm for us and we thus we were at Jag Mandir in time for sunset about 635. Well worth it.
Written 28 February 2025
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shweBp14
Mumbai, India86 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Lake Pichola is the heart of Udaipur.. it's beautiful at any time of the day!
We visited it multiple times during our stay and never had a dull moment.. be it early morning with birds flocking near its banks or late afternoons.. for a lazy lunch in one of the lake side cafes .. or evenings of gangaur, when ladies.. decked up in festive attire...sang beautiful songs on the steps of the lake.. Or mesmerizing dinner on a lakeside cafe overlooking the colorful reflection of the surrounding palace hotels in the clear pichola water.
Lake pichola won our hearts over and over again.
And the boat ride on Lake pichola was amazing as well.. most beautiful sunset hues.
We visited it multiple times during our stay and never had a dull moment.. be it early morning with birds flocking near its banks or late afternoons.. for a lazy lunch in one of the lake side cafes .. or evenings of gangaur, when ladies.. decked up in festive attire...sang beautiful songs on the steps of the lake.. Or mesmerizing dinner on a lakeside cafe overlooking the colorful reflection of the surrounding palace hotels in the clear pichola water.
Lake pichola won our hearts over and over again.
And the boat ride on Lake pichola was amazing as well.. most beautiful sunset hues.
Written 1 July 2024
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Sanxoan F
Vilagarcia de Arousa, Spain440 contributions
Mar 2025 • Couples
The small lake pichola, good place to walk, and take good photos, at dawn or evening, have a coffee or eat with views of the lake.
It has some islands, in one of them a beautiful hotel. All in white.
It has some islands, in one of them a beautiful hotel. All in white.
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Written 8 March 2025
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Rob R
Tredegar, UK2,704 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We had pre-booked tickets with a tour. I was expecting a bit of a tourist trap on a dirty lake. In fact, the boat ride was a very pleasant experience taking in some great views along the lake. Definitely worth doing while you visit the area.
Written 5 April 2024
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TJA950
Gillingham, UK1,623 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
It is a pleasant way to spend a peaceful 45 minutes on the lake where the full majesty of the lakeside buildings can be observed. The boats are frequent but there are not frequent enough for the volume of people wanting to ride. You will have to wear a life vest which will almost certainly will not fit but that's a small price to pay for escaping the chaotic queuing where there seems no organised or sensible system in place and everyone pushes and heads for a small doorway to the steps down to the boat. Madness, all of it and management common sense completely missing here!
Written 9 March 2025
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Janka K
Brno, Czech Republic9,379 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
One of the things that you can do in Udapiur. I recommend to take buy tickets for a boat ride in advance and spend nice 2 hours on the lake and at the island in the middle of the lake. The ride is nice and this is one of the biggest attractions of the city.
Written 18 February 2024
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Can someone kindly advise how and where I can get a private boat to tour lake pichola (as opposed to taking the public boat)? We are six adults and I would ideally prefer to pay a little more and have a small tour boat just for ourselves
Written 3 January 2024
The ticket counter at the lake pichhola has a provision for private boating and probably they charge 7500 for this
Written 2 October 2024
KyriadAuray
Auray, France
Bonjour,
pouvez vous me dire combien faut il compter par personne? et la durée et heure de la croisière?
Written 9 April 2019
KyriadAuray
Auray, France
bonjour,
où peut on se renseigner pour le tarif et heure de croisière?
merci
Written 9 April 2019
Yo fui directamente a donde se compra los tickets
Written 17 April 2019
Are row boat or peddle boat available there??
Written 30 January 2019
Hi
Didn’t see any on the lake itself or moored at the sides. However, it was winter and fairly chilly.
Possibly, they are there in warmer seasons.
Thinking about it, apart from the larger tourist boats, I didn’t see any small craft, leisure or otherwise.
Camels, etc available for hire for rides along sections of the shore.
Udaipur’s wonderful! Do enjoy.
Best Regards.
Dringothegringo
Written 30 January 2019
Is three or four seater peddle boat available??
Written 30 January 2019
No pedal boating is allowed in lake pichola. There are 2 kinds of boat one is general where there is seating capacity is 20/30 and another category is luxurious where you get cushion seats like sofa and having 8/10 seater or even you can hire the whole boat.
If you enjoy speed boating then you can try at fathe sagar lake
Written 31 January 2019
We r in Udaipur for three days ....plz suggest a possible itinerary as we have two kids aged 8 years and 15 months
Written 30 November 2018
Lake Pichola, Fateh sagar, city palace, saheli ki badi, biological park, sajjan garh and shopping at Hathipole, eat natraj ka thali, chaat at sukhadia circle. This should be enough i guess
Written 1 December 2018
Someone suggest me at what time i should go to purchase the ticket for boat ride to Jagmandir. (is this ticket costs return journey ticket ?). Also suggest me the best time to visit city place (audio guide is better or Local guide) and Monsoon place....and some other attractions worth to visit, as we have two days
Written 30 September 2018
A footnote on the lake. We took our ride late afternoon just before sundown and it was lovely
Written 1 October 2018
Hii
We are 5 friends planning to udaipur in first week of this October month , in which location we should book the economy hotel and also suggest some inns or budget hotels. We are students and don't want to spend more. Suggest about the local transport and The best time to visit the main attractions. We Also make the videos about the places and temples. Also suggest the tickets charges for The same...
Regards
Arvind
Gurgaon
Written 24 September 2018
Sorry I am unable to help with this question either.
Didn’t stay in budget hotel and hired a guide and car. Hope you get some responses here,
Be sure to ask on the udaipur forum.
Written 25 September 2018
Planning to visit Udaipur with my wife in mid October for 4 days. Please advise what should be the best possible itinerary and cover most of the spots in a economical way (local transportation cost etc.). Can Chittorgarh be covered? is any help for local sightseeing by RTDC?
Written 8 August 2018
Hire taxi for full day will cost you Rs.1400/- in 5-6 hrs you can visit all the local famous spots of Udaipur ,next day again hire taxi that will cover 3 places out of Udaipur.Keep in mind that on first day reach city palace by 11 AM than go for boating in Pichhola lake before 2 PM after 4 PM the ticket of boat is charged Rs.800/- per head ,the food/drinks at island during boating is too costly lassi costs Rs.200/- beer 400/- ,so better have lunch in Udaipur city before or after boating not even even in restaurant in city palace.
Written 10 August 2018
How much do we expect to pay for a sunset boat ride?
Written 10 June 2018
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