The
HOOGHLY

The Heritage River of Bengal

Sail through centuries of history, art, culture and colonial grandeur. The Hooghly River connects conic destinations that narrate the timeless story of Bengal's glorious past and vibrant present.

The Hooghly

The Hooghly is the westernmost distributary of the Ganges, flowing 260 km through the heart of West Bengal before meeting the Bay of Bengal.

It has been the cradle of Bengal’s history, trade, architecture, art and spirituality for centuries.

From grand palaces and colonial settlements to sacred temples and artisan villages, the Hooghly offers an unforgettable river cruise experience

DESTINATIONS

Discover Along The Ganges

HERITAGE

A River of Civilizations

Ancient India

Sacred temples, spiritual traditions and river ghats.

Nawabi Heritage

Palaces, mosques and the legacy of Bengal Nawabs

Colonial Era

Portuguese, Dutch, French, Danish and British settlements.

Architectural Legacy

Churches, cemeteries, palaces and terracotta temples.

Living Traditions

Artisans, festivals, music, cuisine and local traditions.

UNESCO Experiences

UNESCO sites and heritage towns along the river.

WILDLIFE

Nature Along The Ganges

RIVER DOLPHIN

Cormorant

EGRET

HERON

MANGROVES

PAINTED STORK

KINGFISHER

RIVER TURTLE

CULTURE

The Living Soul of Bengal

Durga Puja Traditions

Baul Music

Kumartuli Artisans

Bengali Cusine

Handloom Weaving

Local Markets

EXPERIENCES

Signature Experiences

HERITAGE CRUISES

TEMPLE TRAILS

COLONIAL WALKS

VILLAGE ENCOUNTERS

SUNSET

ARTISAN EXPERIENCES

BIRA WATCHING

CULINARY JOURNEYS

Protecting The Sacred River

Responsible Tourism

Plastic-Free Cruising

Local Communities

Heritage Conservation

Wildlife Protection

River Restoration Initiatives