Adventurous River Rafting in Rishikesh weekend tour Package - Uttarakhand

Adventurous River Rafting in Rishikesh weekend tour Package - Uttarakhand: Overview

Holiday Travel India designed River Rafting Rishikesh Weekend Package for you to move out with your busy and bustling life. Rishikesh is said to be land of God where traveler visit to praise and worship, it is not only a pilgrimage center it is also famous for its adventures activities in Ganga River.

 This 3N / 4D tour package keeping both the budget and your interest factors in mind. River Rafting Rishikesh Weekend Package starts from Friday evening and get ends on Sunday. Rishikesh is best Center for Adventure Activities, Beach Camping, Beach Games, River Rafting, White Water Sports Tours Bungee Jumping, Flying Fox and Swing Activities. In this package you will cover and enjoy adventure activities through Camp and local famous site seeing which are Ram Jhula, Lakshaman Jhula, Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat with finest accommodation & amenities.

What is unique in “Adventurous River Rafting in Rishikesh weekend tour Package – Uttarakhand” package?

River Rafting in Rishikesh weekend tour is one of the best and unique tour packages for your weekend getaways, where one can join the adventure activities like river rafting, jumping heights, Trekking, Yoga, and playing games at beach like Volleyball, Flying disc, chess, bow and arrow shooting. Rishikesh is a place where tourist attracts as a pilgrimage center and visit also to enjoy water activities on the Ganga River. There are most of famous places where you can find huge crowd which are Ram Jhula, Lakshaman Jhula, Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat. Holiday Travel India suggests Rishikesh tour in such a way that there is adventure as well as fun and a great holiday experience.

Adventurous River Rafting in Rishikesh weekend tour: Highlights

• Enjoy amazing spots of Rishikesh

• Adventure of Cliff jumping at Maggie point

• Enjoy Camp and enjoy hot buffet lunch and bone fire

• Excursion of Ram Jhula, Lakshaman Jhula, Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

• Visit Vashishta Gufa, The Beatles Ashram and Gita Bhawan

• Explore The Shiwalik hills and the Ganges such as Shivpuri

• Fun activities Rafting & Camping

• Enjoy devotional evening Aarti of the Holy River Ganga

• Enjoy Body surfing, cliff jumping, kayaking

• Take pleasure of Nature trekking, flying fox activities, Swing activities

• Fun with Rappelling, Bungee jumping, White Water River rafting

• Enjoy street shopping & shopping malls

Package Inclusion

• Pick up & Drop up from Delhi

• 3 Nights accommodation in Shivpuri Camp

• Well Ac car for Three days

• 3 Nights stay in Rishikesh for weekend holiday with activities and site seeing

• Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner Included

• All Taxes are included

More about Rishikesh

Rishikesh is situated in district Dehradun in state Uttarakhand, India. A town surrounded with hills and green beauty. This is also called the Yoga Nagri and one of the holiest places for Hindus. It is approximately 25 kilometer from City Haridwar and 43 kilometer from state capital Dehradun. Rishikesh is also know as a gateway to garhwal himalyas .

River Ganga starts Himalayas mountain and flows though Rishikesh and goes to plains in north, carries a pleasant and peaceful environment through Rishikesh- A world capital for yoga and famous adventure sport activity center .This is one of the best place to beat the summer heat and millions of travelers reach here to spend time at leisure while doing adventure activities.

There are many sightseeing and numerous places to visit in Rishikesh which includes Neelkanth mahadev Temple, vashishtha Gufa.  People from US, Europe, Australia and china come here to learn asanas and kriyas of YOGA
 

How to Reach Rishikesh from Delhi

By Air:  In Rishikesh does not have any Airport facility, so we can not directly reach to the Rishikesh by the Flights.  The nearest airport from the Rishikesh is Delhi Airport (Indira Gandhi International Airport), which is 240.5 km from Rishikesh.

By Bus:  The bus is also a good option to reach the Rishikesh from Delhi. Daily bus services are available in Delhi to Rishikesh. By bus there is 4 to 5 hours are requires reaching the Rishikesh bus stand. There is different types of bus services are available like chartered bus.

By Train: Railway is also the best option to reach the Rishikesh. The nearest railway station in Rishikesh is the Rishikesh Railway Station with good connectivity to Delhi and Mussoorie.

Best Season for Visit Rishikesh

Best season for the vacations in the Rishikesh is (December - May) winter and summer season. This is the best time for rafting in the white water of the Ganga River and enjoys the winter sports in Rishieksh

Festivals in Rishikesh

The International Yoga Festival, Basant Panchami,Science Festival are some of the festivals which celebrates in Rishikesh. The International yoga festival is the main festival of Rishikesh because as a Rishikesh is a Yoga Center of the Indian state. Where, Basant Panchami is celebrates in the Mussoorie in respect to Goddess Saraswati Devi and for welcoming the summer season

Best Restaurant in Rishikesh

Mukti's Health Food:  Located a few hundred meters west of the Shivanand Jhula Bridge, Mukti's Health Food is a much loved food joint, especially for its delectable and fresh organic, health food. The specialties include homemade green pasta and Indonesian Gado-Gado. You just can't miss out on the homemade frozen yoghurt, apple pie or chocolate cake for dessert.

Tulsi Restaurant:  A cozy pub-like ambience makes it one of the best places to hangout and treat yourself,  Dimly lit, it has interiors with an old world feel, more so, with the bamboo lined interiors that it has. Gorging on multi cuisine specialties here, you can see a lot of westerners coming in. A comprehensive menu that's mostly vegetarian, it's one of the best places for a quick bite.

Ganga Beach Restaurant:  This in-house restaurant of the Ganga Beach Resort is one of the best places to get amazing food at unbelievably low prices. To add to the charm, the spacious terrace and cushioned chill-out area at this restaurant make it a hit with the tourists. People come here asking for wood-fired pizzas, burritos, crepes and the ice-cold lassi. Plus, there's the uninterrupted view of the swiftly flowing Ganga from the restaurant. Apart from the snacks, there's the usually North Indian cuisine as well.

Oasis Cafe:  With an open terrace and a chill out zone for the lovers of food, Oasis Restaurant is a new age food joint. Quintessentially Indian in its ambience, it's partially made of bamboo, adding to its rustic feel. Though its Italian and Indian offerings are much loved, the flavors of Israel are the best that you can find here. Apart from the main course, there's quite a lot on offer including an array of sandwiches, soups, pastas, breads and more. And if you are lucky, you might be in time to get a slice of the very special homemade cakes here

Things to do in Rishikesh

Camping: You can enjoy camping tours at various different locations in Rishikesh.

Best Season: Summers and spring are the best time because of the pleasant weather.

Trekking: Rishikesh is the perfect spot for you to enjoy trekking. Rishikesh’s proximity to places such as Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath makes it an ideal place to trek in or start trekking from here.

Best Season: Summer, autumn and spring are the best time because of the pleasant weather.

Cliff Jumping: cliff jumping involves jumping off a cliff ranging between 20 to 50 feet into waters.

Best Season: Summer- because of the pleasant weather and the ideal water temperature.

Flying Fox: Flying Fox is basically another name for zip lining. Zip lining is an activity that involves sliding through a horizontal rope while attached to the rope through a harness.

Best Season: This activity can be availed throughout the year Bungee

Bungee Jumping: Bungee Jumping is a fun activity that involves jumping from a tall structure like a vertical rail, building or cliff while suspended from a rope harness.

Best Season: This activity can be availed throughout the year.

Giant Swing: Bungee Jumping which is a free fall, on a giant swing a person’s rope harness is connected to a holding point from where he swings.

Best Season: This activity can be availed throughout the year.

River Rafting: River Rafting is an activity that involves sailing on rapids on a rubber boat. It’s an adventure filled activity that has gained a popular momentum in the Indian adventure sports scene

Best Season: Summers and monsoon are the best time for this activity because the stream is stronger.

Delhi to Rishikesh distance

The driving distance between New Delhi to Rishikesh - 230 km

The aerial distance from New Delhi to Rishikesh - 191 km

Rishikesh weather

Rishikesh has a pleasant weather for many months of the year. Thus Rishikesh is one such tourist spot that can be visited any time of the year. The weather of Rishikesh often becomes unpredictable.

The maximum temperature recorded is - 31.7 degree Celsius

The minimum temperature of Rishikesh is - 14.6 degree Celsius

The summer temperature is - from 35 degrees to 45 degrees Celsius

The winter temperature ranges - from 10 degrees to 30 degrees Celsius

Winter (October to February): Winter season can be cold in the town and the temperatures can be expected to around 8°C. The barometer rises up to a maximum of 20°C during the winter months. Wollen clothing is essential during this period.

Summer (March to June): During the months from March to June. The maximum temperature that you can expect during the summer is around Summer 20 °C to 35 °C.

Monsoon (July to September): Monsoon season is from July to September and during this time most activities are suspended due to the heavy blast of rains. Rainfall is highest in the month of August. During the month of October and November the conditions are pleasant and temperate.

Adventurous things to do in Rishikesh

Flying fox zipline: Flying fox is an adventure sport where the participant gets to descend through a valley while he/ she are attached to a chord. The fun of trying this adventure sport gets to go on one kilometer stretch.

Adventure camp Rishikesh: Camping in Rishikesh is a very popular activity. Camping in Rishikesh on the Ganga beach offer an environment to wake up with the birds chirping and can swim in the fresh water of the river Ganges.

Shivpuri Rishikesh rafting : Shivpuri Rishikesh is famous for White Water Rafting. The place offers impressive experience of medium to very tough and rough adventures in the regions of River Ganges. Many adventurous tourists both from India and overseas visit this place to experience the real challenges of white water rafting.

Rishikesh trekking camps: Trekking camps in Rishikesh offers you an opportunity of coming closer to nature miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This activity can be relished by people of all age groups. This will add spice to your adventurous trekking experience.

Accommodation Rishikesh

Luxury hotel

Ananda in the Himalayas

TA rating – 4.5 – certified in excellence

Location: The Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar Tehri - Garhwal, Narendra Nagar, Uttarakhand 249175

Deluxe hotel

The Narayana Palace

TA rating – 3.5 – certified in excellence

Location: Badrinath Road, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249201

Standard hotel

Raj Resort  

TA rating – 3.5 – certified in excellence

Location: Badrinath Road, Near Laxman Jhula, Tapovan, Tehri Garhwal,, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192

Rishikesh to Shivpuri

Distance between Rishikesh to Shivpuri is - 639 km. (by Road)

The aerial distance is - 522 km.

There are no direct flights or trains or buses between Rishikesh to Shivpuri.

The convenient way to reach: Take a taxi from Rishikesh to Haridwar then take Ddn Indb Exp from Haridwar to Shivpuri.

The fastest way to reach:  Take a taxi from Rishikesh to Deoband then take Ddn Indb Exp from Deoband to Shivpuri.

The cheapest way to reach:  Take State transport bus from Rishikesh to New Delhi then take Asr Indb Express from New Delhi to Shivpuri.

Rishikesh water sports

Body Surfing

Body surfing is the best kind of adventure which is suitable for all age groups and is guided by professionals. For all the water lovers, Rishikesh has a bucket full of activities that you can try and enjoy.

Waterfall Trekking

It’s quite unique in Rishikesh is the adventure sports are waterfall trekking and It is one of the many thrilling adventures sports you witness in this town. In this sport one can trek up the water fall and feel the gusting water. This activity can be paired up with a picnic and then you can trek your way to glory alongside the waterfall. The activity is a mixture of fun and adventure. It is also easy to be ticked off by all the age groups and can be carried out as a group or alone.

Kayaking

Kayaking is also called “Canoeing” and it requires a certain level of preparation along with physical stamina. Kayaking is a water sport where the rider can navigate through the water as he wants. Here you can choose your level of rapid that will suit your physical strength. Hence rough rapids are not preferred for the first timers. But never the less, may it first or not time; one is sure to rejuvenate by the experience of this adventure sport in Rishikesh.

River Rafting

Rishikesh is the Good for river rafting or white water rafting in India. River rafting is a water sport where you have to fight through the water and feel the fun in it. This is the best adventure sport that you will get to try in this city of adventures. This adventure has become extremely popular sport among the list of other thrilling adventure sports in Rishikesh. This adventure sport can be tried out at multiple destinations in Rishikesh and is an easy affordable one.

Rishikesh activities

• River Rafting, Body surfing /Swimming, Waterfall - Nature Trek, Kayaking Activities

• ATV Ride, Water Rappelling, Air Flying Safari, Trekking

• Camping, Beach Volleyball, Zip line activities, Burma Bridge Loop Bridge

• Flying Fox, Cliff Jumping Activity

• Flying Fox Activities, Swing Activities, Paintball Adventure Activities

• Bungee Jumping, Rock Climbing

•  Angling, Rock Climbing & Rappelling

• Mountaineering, Spider Net

Luxury camp Rishikesh

Camp majestic

Camp Majestic offers a serenely crisp natural breeze and a luxury camping accommodation at Rishikesh. It is surrounded with peaceful environment and this picturesque luxury camping site is covered by deep Sal forest.

Camp location: Bayasi 28.0 km. from Rishikesh – Badrinath highway

Services: -luxuries Swiss tents with carpeted floor, attached bathroom, hand held shower, wash basin, running water is continuously available, room service, coffee table and bonfire with music. other recreational activities like river rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, rappelling, Burma bridge, trekking waterfall, birds watching and other team building activities.

Facilities

• Luxury camping with double bed

• Attached toilet and bathroom

• 24 x 7 reception, housekeeping and power back up.

• Daily Hindi and English newspaper

• Daily bonfire with light music

• Doctor on call

• Travel Desk

• Recreational facilities like – Cricket, Volleyball, Badminton, Carom, and Chess

• Yoga and meditation facilities

• Birds watching trail at the forest

Camp Ganga view

Camp Majestic offers a serenely crisp natural breeze and a luxury camping accommodation at Rishikesh. This luxury camp offers you luxurious services in mid of the jungle.

Services: - luxuries Swiss tents with carpeted floor, attached bathroom, hand held shower, wash basin, running water is continuously available, room service, coffee table and bonfire with music. other recreational activities like river rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, rappelling, Burma bridge, trekking waterfall, bird watching and other team building activities.

Camp location: Kaudiyala 28.0 km. far from Rishikesh – Badrinath highway

Facilities

• 01 Night stay at Ganga View Jungle camp with common running water washes rooms

• Welcome drink (hot/cold) on arrival (Non Alcoholic)

• All meals (1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner included)

• Bonfire/Camp fire in the evening

• Snacks (Veg.) during Bonfire

• Morning, Evening Tea with cookies

• Complimentary games activities like volleyball, cricket etc

• All Taxes

Byasi forest camp

Its offer you 15 luxury jungle camps with attach washroom and neat & clean double bedding. Camp also provided electricity, running water and room service facility to the guest. Traveller can also enjoy here adventure activities as well as the beautiful view of surrounding which is really admirable and make your journey memorable.

Camp location:  Byasi 28.0 km. far from Rishikesh – Badrinath highway

Facilities

• Luxury camping with double bed

• Attached toilet and bathroom

• Daily bonfire with light music

• Doctor on call

• Travel Desk

• Birds watching trail at the forest

Services:

• Luxury Tents on Sharing Basis

• Welcome Drink on arrival

• 01 Breakfast, 01 Lunch & 01 Dinner

• Morning evening tea/coffee with cookies

• Evening Snacks with Bonfire & Light Music

• Guided Jungle Trekking for 4 km. one side

• All taxes inclusive

Best season for rafting in Rishikesh

The adventure of river rafting in Rishikesh welcomes you between the months of February and June and again from September to Mid December.

The best season for River Rafting in Rishikesh is October and March. The weather in Rishikesh is most pleasant during these months as it is neither so cold nor too hot. Most of the people come to enjoy this cool adventure sports during summers, however rafting remains open throughout the winters as well.

River Rafting in Rishikesh remains closed during Monsoons, from 1st July to Mid-September.

Summers: Temperature ranges from 25 degrees Celsius to 40 degrees Celsius, however it rains often in summers and the average temperature remains around 34 degrees Celsius.

Winters: Temperature ranges from 18 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius.

Monsoons: River Rafting in Rishikesh remains closed due to high water levels in the Ganges in Monsoons. When it is not raining, it can be quite humid especially during the day time

River rafting shivpuri

Shivpuri is well known for River Rafting and house of lord Shiva and located 19 Km. away from Rishikesh city. Shivpuri River Rafting starch popular rapid name is Roller Coaster, Golf Course, and Club house, Initiation, Double Trouble and Hilton. Best time for Shivpuri white water rafting is every year September to June month. Shivpuri is much popular with tourists for its Shiva temples and adventure sports activities.

River Rafting Details:  

There are certified river rafting guides with lots of year experience. Here provide transportation from Rishikesh to Shivpuri. White water River Rafting starts with tea and soft drink at Shivpuri and then 18.0 Km river rafting towards rishikesh and professional rafting guide and world class safety equipment.

• Tour Activities Includes: Body Surfing, Cliff Jumping, River Rafting 18 Km.

• Shivpuri is the starting point of the most popular River Rafting trip on Ganges River.

•  Rafting from Shivpuri is the most ideal river rafting stretch in Rishikesh.

• Rafting from Shivpuri till Lakshman Jhula is a 16 km stretch and covers some of the most exciting Grade III, IV Rapids for approximately 3 hours.

• This adventurous trip covers exciting rapids like roller coaster, golf course, club house, etc. The rating is supported by excellent safety standards and well trained guides.

• Shivpuri Rafting is ideal for non-swimmers and the Rafting trip can be enjoyed by friends, families, college groups, corporate groups and everyone aged 14 years and over.

• This rafting trip is an adventurous experience and less risky compared to other river rafting trips in Rishikesh.

• The 3 hour rafting stretch is the most incredible one as it covers maximum rapids within a short distance.

• This cost includes pick-up from Rafting office in Rishikesh, travel to Shivpuri, cost of rafting, guide and all required equipment.

Flights to Rishikesh india

Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun is the nearest airport to Rishikesh (Approx 35.0 km.)

The second nearest international airport for Rishikesh is in New Delhi which is well-connected with different cities across the globe. There is another flight from Lucknow to Dehradun as well. Popular flights like Air India, Spice Jet and Jet Airways often have daily flights from New Delhi.

On reach at the airport, you can take regular taxi or bus service from Dehradun to Rishikesh.

Flight name -IndiGo (6E 652_ 964)

Timing - 5:25 - 12:05        M T W T F S S      6h40m & 1 Stop

Flight name - IndiGo (6E 652)

Timing - 5:25 - 12:30        M T W T F S S      7h5m & 1 Stop

Flight name - Jet Airways (9W – 2832)

Timing - 07:35 08:40      01h 05m  

Non Stop

Flight name – Spicejet (SG – 2328)

Timing - 18:45 19:35      00h 50m

Non Stop            

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