Just
about 32 km from Srinagar, the facility for water rafting
is available. Dal and Boddal, has privately owned 'bathing
boats' which hire out motor launches, water-skis and trained
instructors. Also the Nagin Lake is more popular for its
cleaner waters. At this place a government run Institute
of Water Sports is situated. The Nagin too have trained
instructors. Another Manasbal Lake, with a mirror like sheen
on its surface becomes an attractive water sports resort,
approachable from Srinagar by road. In Kashmir from May
to the end of August i.e. summer season, the water of the
lakes is pleasant for water sports. If someone wants a night
stay over there then the tourist's huts and bungalows are
available on all the above resorts.