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Best Things To Do in Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a little slice of heaven for the outdoorsy traveler and the thrill-seeker. Want to know what’s in store for you? Know about some of the best things to do in Rishikesh.

River Rafting

Rishikesh offers a thrilling opportunity to raft down the River Ganga. Rafting right amid rocky mountains, taking all the freshness of the green surroundings and enjoying as the water caresses your face. What could be better? One could feel their heart beating as they move across the gushing water of the River Ganga in Rishikesh.

Ganga Aarti

Situated on the banks of the holy river Ganges, Triveni Ghat as well as Parmarth Niketan Ghat are the famous ghats in Rishikesh for Maa Ganga Aarti. ‘Maha Aarti’ happens every evening. Along with the aarti, the devotees take holy dips and make offerings to the river in the form of milk while feeding the fishes in the ghat too.

Jungle Safari

A fixed 34 km long track meant for wildlife Jeep safaris. The safari lasts for about 2-3 hours, in which the jeep takes you deep inside the jungle through a rough and rugged terrain. The Rajaji National Park is famous for spottings of the Asian elephant, striped hyena, leopard, barking deer, Neel Gaye, wild boar, etc., and beautiful rare birds, etc.

Bungee Jumping

The thrill of jumping down a cliff by only being tied to a rubber cord can be a truly exciting activity. Rishikesh offers you the chance to enjoy the amazing opportunity to indulge in bungee jumping. The bungee jump height is 83 m. After the jump, you are lowered down to a drop zone in the river.

Waterfall Trekking

Natural waterfalls in Rishikesh, like Neergarh Waterfall, Patna Waterfall, etc., radiate their empyrean beauty as they tumble down the rocky cliffs. During summers many tourists visit there to bath in the cool water of the stream flowing nearby.

Rock Climbing

Rishikesh is not only about river rafting, but here you can also do rock climbing. Rishikesh is surrounded by steep rock surfaces and cliffs of the Great Himalayan range. Rock climbing is a perfect way to test your physical as well as mental strengths.