Ganges White Water Rafting
🌊 Rafting Thrill
The Beatles Ashram Graffiti Art
🎨 Beatles Ashram
Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti
πŸ›• Ganga Aarti
Shivpuri Riverside Beach Camping
β›Ί Beach Camps
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πŸ“ UTTARAKHAND β€’ 340 meters (1,120 ft)
YOGA & ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF INDIA

Rishikesh

πŸ—“οΈ Best Season: September to May⏱️ Ideal Stay: 2 to 4 Days🌑️ Weather: 8Β°C to 35Β°C
Circuit Trail:Tapovan Base→Laxman Jhula→Shivpuri Rapid→Triveni Ghat
PAHADI TRAVEL GUIDE

Why Visit Rishikesh?

Rishikesh is the vibrant gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas where the holy Ganges river flows out of the mountains. Renowned globally for white-water rafting, bungee jumping, riverside camping, Beatles ashram, and spiritual Ganga Aarti.

Ganges White Water Rafting
🌊 Rafting Thrill

Ganges White Water Rafting

High altitude paragliding, snow slopes, and Atal tunnel gateway.

The Beatles Ashram Graffiti Art
🎨 Beatles Ashram

The Beatles Ashram Graffiti Art

Cobblestone lanes, wooden cafes, Manu Temple & river acoustic music.

Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti
πŸ›• Ganga Aarti

Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti

Traverse 9.02 km tunnel into Lahaul valley & Sissu waterfall.

Shivpuri Riverside Beach Camping
β›Ί Beach Camps

Shivpuri Riverside Beach Camping

Pine-scented forest trail leading to Jogini falls & sulphur hot springs.

Key Attractions & Must-Do Experiences

🌊Thrill Sport

White Water Rafting & Cliff Jumping

Tackle Grade III & IV rapids (Golf Course, Roller Coaster) from Shivpuri down to Laxman Jhula.

πŸ›•Spiritual Ceremony

Triveni Ghat Evening Ganga Aarti

Soul-stirring evening ritual with floating oil lamps, Vedic chants, and brass bells along the Ganges.

🎨Art & History

The Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

Historic ashram where The Beatles stayed in 1968, filled with graffiti art and meditation domes.

πŸͺ‚Extreme Adventure

Highest Bungee Jump (83m / 107m)

Experience India’s highest fixed platform bungee jump operated by certified jumpmasters.

πŸ₯Ύ Recommended Treks Around Rishikesh

How to Reach Rishikesh

Train to Haridwar / Rishikesh

Vande Bharat Express from New Delhi to Haridwar (4.5 hrs) + 30 min cab ride.

Direct Highway Cab / Bus

6-hour drive from Delhi via Dehradun Expressway.

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Organic Cafe Dining

Ayurvedic thalis, vegan smoothies, Woodfired Pizzas, and Chotiwala thali.

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Stay Vibe

Riverside luxury camps in Shivpuri, wellness yoga retreats, and boutique hostels in Tapovan.

πŸ—ΊοΈ Sample Rishikesh Itinerary

2 to 4 Days Express Plan
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Day 01

Arrival in Rishikesh β†’ Tapovan Cafes & Beatles Ashram

Check in, visit Ram Jhula & Laxman Jhula, explore Beatles Ashram art.

02
Day 02

16 km White Water Rafting & Shivpuri Beach Camping

Morning rafting adventure, evening bonfire and acoustic music at beach camp.

03
Day 03

Kunjapuri Sunrise Trek β†’ Ganga Aarti β†’ Departure

Early morning sunrise view of Himalayan snow peaks, evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

PAHADI LOCAL PLANNING

Plan Your Rishikesh Trip

Customized itineraries including private cab transfers, verified homestays, and local trek guides.

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