HUSSAIN SAGAR: Hussain Sagar Lake located in the heart of the city is the oldest excavated lake in the city came into existence even before Hyderabad was built. The largest monolithic statue, 18 meters high of the lord Buddha was erected on Rock of Gibraltar in the lake that can be reached by ferries. The Tank Bund is also lined with 33 statues of famous personalities.

Lumbini : Boating Unit Lumbini Park:040 - 23455315

This beautiful entertainment park is situated on the shore of Hussiansagar Lake. The name comes as the park is right across the Buddha Statue & is within the Buddha Poornima Project. The landscaping here is a visual treat. A large floral clock at the entrance greets visitors & there is a musical fountain that enthralls.

Note: Tariff subject to change without prior notice.

Facilities : Para Sailing
Mechanised Boats
Speed Boats
Deluxe Boats
Pleasure Cruises
Ferry to Buddha Statue

A 48 seater launch is available on hire for organising exclusive dinner parties at Rs.1,500/- for two hours in the evenings. People can bring their own food by paying Rs.20/-per head as service charges. Boats are available for film shooting at Rs.2,500/-per hour for 48 seater boat; Rs.5,000/-per day for 4 seater speed boat;Rs.3,000/- per day for water scooter (fuel charges extra); A 50 Seater Mechanised Boat available for Hire per 2 hours for Rs.2,000/-.

Two cruises were introduced over the last two years:

(i)Bhageerathi Pleasure Cruiser: It was the first pleasure cruiser on the Hussainsagar Lake in Hyderabad which was launched in November 2000. It was named after the mother of the founder of the city of Hyderabad, Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah. It was during the reign of Mohammed Qulis father Ibrahim that the Hussiansagar was excavated. Bhageerathi was a princess of the Vijayanagar Empire.

Highlights: 

• Seating capacity of 125 people;26 metre length & 6 metre.

• Well lit for ambience as well as stage lighting. Stage for performing cultural programme (8 X 12) with a green room.

• Sophisticated music system.Pantry for serving snacks, with a refrigerator, bottle cooler, coffee/tea vending machine & a microwave oven.

• Fire Fighting & Life Saving equipment.

• Multi compartmental vessel with four watertight bulkheads making it extra safe. Security & Rescue personnel on duty.

• Cruise speed of 5 knots, takes an hour to go round the lake, providing a rare scenic splendor.

• Regular trips with duration of one hour each.

Fare:- Adult: Rs.50/- Child: Rs.30/-. Charter charges: Rs.3000/- for 2 hours between 11.00 am & 4.00 pm; Rs.5000/- for 2.1/2 hours between 8.30 pm & 11.00 pm; Rs.1250/- for every extra hour. For film shootings, Rs.2000/- per hour before 5.00 PM . *The Charter Booking do not include the entry Fee & Parking Charges in Lumbini Park*.

Note: Tarriff are subject to change without prior notice.

(ii) Bhagmati Luxury Cruiser: Beautifully & aesthetically designed, 26 metres long & 6 metres wide Luxury Cruiser was named after the consort of Mohammed Quli. It was love for Bhagmati that inspired Mohammed Quli to build the city of Hyderabad in 1591,while ruling from Golconda.

Corporation introduced a better & larger cruiser Bhagmati after the popularity of Bhageerathi. Bhagmati, a state-of-the-art, twin-deck pleasure cruiser has an air-conditioned restaurant with a pub serving beer on the main deck. The top deck with two sides open, has a stage for cultural programmes & is fitted with the latest Bose music system. Daily cultural shows add to the ambience.

Highlights:

Provision for special/additional lighting arrangement.
Powered by two 100 KVA generators.
Main Deck: Well furnished, air-conditioned restaurant with a seating capacity of 60 persons.
See-through glass windows on all sides for a paroramic view of the lake.
Re-adjustable seating arrangement with provision for audio visual presentation.
Snacks & food served at reasonable changes. Buffet Lunch/Dinner arrangement available on request.

Ideally suited for Board Meetings, conferences & lectures, Management Development programmes, private get togethers & family parties, exclusive corporation parties, musical nights or just a meeting of friends.

Top Deck: Provided with a stage (12 X 12 ) for cultural shows, live music & other entertainment programmes. Can accommodate 120 persons in theatre style settings. Music system, covering the entire Deck.

Fare: -Adult Rs.60/- Child Rs.40/- from 11 am 3 PM, Adult Rs.100/- Child Rs.60/- from 6pm 8pm Bhagmati tariff: Entry fee for the public 11am 3pm: Rs.60 Adult & Rs.40 Child; 6pm 8pm; Attached with Restaurant Cum Beer Bar - 100 Capacity (Day Time) Adult Rs.50/- Child Rs.30/- from 11 am 3 PM, (Night Time)Adult Rs.60/- Child Rs.40/- from 6 pm 8 PM,. Hire booking Rs.4000/- for 2 hours between 11am to 1pm, Rs.4000/-for 2 hours between 1.30 PM to 3.30 PM, Rs.7500/- for 2.1/2 between 8.30pm to 11pm for Hire, Rs. 10,000/-per day for Conference between 9.30 am 4.30 PM (7 hours), Rs.15, 000/-per day for film shooting between 9.30am to 4.30pm (7 hours), Rs.4000/- (non-peak hours 2.1/2 hours day) for TV Serials (should not clash with lunch timings), Rs. 1,500/- for Every Extra Hour. Note: - OUT SIDE FOOD NOT ALLOWED IN BHAGMATI CRUISE .Snack, food & other consumables charged extra. *The Charter Booking do not include the entry Fee & Parking Charges in Lumbini Park*.

Note: Tarriff are subject to change without prior notice.