Rishikesh is a beautiful and serene place considered the heaven on earth. One can spend quality time sitting on the banks of the river Ganges against the backdrop of the spectacular Himalayan view. Rishikesh is the land of God, adventure, and yoga, so it offers a combo for those who want to seek everything in one place. Endowed with the richness of nature, Rishikesh has everything that connects us to the core, such as rivers, mountains, lush green forests, the chirping of birds, and much more. Apart from all these, adventure, yoga, and Ayurveda can also be experienced here. This place is a combo for those who want to explore everything in one place. This serene place is no less than a paradise for those who want to roam every corner of nature and enjoy the pleasures.
Let’s see what exciting things tourists can do here.
Ganga Aarti
Ganga Aarti is an essential part of Rishikesh’s culture, where many devotees assemble to partake in the Aarti. Triveni Ghat and Parmarth Niketan are the central places of Ganga aarti, where every morning and evening, Aarti is performed with chants, hymns, and the sound of bells. This place is most pleasing for those who want to spend time in peace. People gather for the Maha Aarti, reverently light flowers and lamps, and immerse them in the Ganges in the morning and evening. The view of the floating lamps in the Ganges is very captivating. In the darkness of the night, the whole Ganges lit up with the lamp’s light. This view is worth seeing, so many tourists also come here to enjoy this view.
Best Season: February – December is the best season to visit Ganga Arti.
Timings: Parmarth Niketan (5:00 AM – 9:00 PM) and Triveni Ghat ( 6:00 – 7:00 PM.)
Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
Rafting
River rafting in Rishikesh is a famous attraction for adventure seekers. Every year a large number of tourists come here to enjoy river rafting. Be it, family or friends, people can enjoy rafting adventures. Traveling through dangerous rapids in a rubber boat is a daring task, but it is also fun. After rafting, the courage within him can be explored. If someone is fond of adventure, he must come to Rishikesh once and do river rafting. No one ever gets disappointed here.
Best Season: Late September – October – Mid November
Camping
It is lucky to see the rising sun with a glorious view of the Himalayas surrounded by lush green and chirping birds. Rishikesh offers you a perfect escape in the form of a camp, where you forget all your fatigue and get lost in nature. Just a few steps away from modern life amid serenity, where no one can disturb you. Here you get all the facilities related to everyday life at a very reasonable price. Camping is an excellent option for both adventure and nature lovers.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect times because of the pleasant weather.
Bungee Jumping
It is lucky to see the rising sun with a glorious view of the Himalayas surrounded by lush green and chirping birds. Rishikesh offers you a perfect escape in the form of a camp, where you forget all your fatigue and get lost in nature. Just a few steps away from modern life amid serenity, where no one can disturb you. Here you get all the facilities related to everyday life at a very reasonable price. Camping is an excellent option for both adventure and nature lovers.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect times because of the pleasant weather.
Flying Fox
Flying Fox is another adventure in Rishikesh, an excellent option to put in the bucket of adventurous experiences. The adventures have to go under this activity, tying a harness of ropes and sliding from one side to the other. Three people can do this activity together and can also do it alone. After taking action, one can take their adventure certificate and photos from the cafeteria to keep their memory for a lifetime.
Best Season: Summers and spring are perfect because of the pleasant weather.
Cliff Jump
Now you have another great option to enjoy the adventure in Rishikesh. Cliff jumping on the river is a great activity that adventure lovers love. During this activity, one has to climb a high cliff (30 – 40 feet) and jump into the river. You must wear a lifejacket to stay safe while cliff jumping. Only one person does it at a time. The adventurous adventure will tell you about your physical strength. You can find out the power of your body based on your physical capabilities.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect time because of the pleasant weather.
Yoga
Another popular activity in Rishikesh is yoga. By doing yoga, one can remain mentally and physically fit. Rishikesh is famous worldwide as the Yoga Capital, and thousands of tourists come here every year to learn yoga. The joy of doing yoga sitting beneath the open sky in the fresh air on the river banks can be found only in Rishikesh. Spending time amidst the verdant environment refreshes your mind and soul. I am sure you will repeat here again.
Best Season: Summers and spring are perfect because of the pleasant weather.
Ayurvedic Massage
Rishikesh is also famous for Ayurvedic massages so that one can relax amidst nature and refresh the mind and body. Several massage centers offer massage packages at different rates. Anyone can book according to their choice. They massage your body with special oils and relax every part of your body. Many national and international tourists visit Rishikesh for massage. Many popular massage centers include Vedic Ayurvedic Remedies, Brahma Yoga, Ayurveda, Naturopathy Center, Hemadri Ayurveda Center, and Baba Massage Center Prana Yoga and Spa.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect time because of the pleasant weather.
Waterfall Trekking
If you are scheduling a trip to Rishikesh next time, include waterfall trekking in your itinerary. It is a beautiful experience to reach the beautiful waterfall while trekking through the dense forests. Apart from enjoying the beautiful waterfall view, you can also enjoy taking a bath. Apart from this, one can take pictures of this memorable trek. We list some famous climbers, including Phool Chatti Falls, Neergarh Falls, Iceberg Falls, Patna Falls, Garud Chatti Falls, Bhatta Falls, Vasudhara Falls, and many others.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect time because of the pleasant weather.
Visit Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park is one of the closest national parks in Rishikesh. Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas and extending over 820 km, this park is famous for its elephant habitat. Rajaji Park was established in 1983 by amalgamating three sanctuaries, including Rajaji Sanctuary, Chilla Sanctuary, and Motichoor Sanctuary. Its name was changed to Rajaji Tiger Reserve on 20 April 2015. There are about 260 leopards, 600 elephants, and 15 tigers in Rajaji. Must-Visit Rajaji National Park during your Rishikesh trip if you love to explore wildlife.
Best Season: Summers and spring are the perfect time because of the pleasant weather.
