Independent indigenous family firm since 1979 with a passion to redefine perspectives of our region that enhance the local peoples & landscapes we’re part of. Since 2002 Antara Cruises has established India as a world-class river cruise destination placing Indian rivers amongst the best experiences in the world; pioneering & reintroducing river cruising to India for the first time in 100 years sailing along the Ganges between Kolkata & Varanasi, the first Indo-Bangladesh cruises in 80 years in 2019 the first time since Independence, & in 2022 the longest river cruise in the world traversing 27 rivers in 53 days; designing & handcrafting world-class ships for low impact & responsible sailings to curate joyous journeys for you & your loved ones immersing in culture & nature. Recognised by the Ministry of Tourism and Inland Waterways Authority Government of India for its endeavour to regenerate the natural and cultural heritage of South Asia’s waterways for future generations.