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Rishikesh (River Rafting)

Rishikesh- “The land of Gods”, the world capital of yoga and the gateway to the Himalayas has some special affection and attraction for tourists from all over the world. The holy city embodies many popular yoga and meditation centre. There are private universities which have short term yoga courses that attract international tourists and visitors. Rishikesh is a perfect place to learn and study yoga meditation and other spiritual practices. Rishikesh is not only about attaining peace and tranquility, adventure sports and trekking forms a major reason to lure tourists from all parts of country. White water rafting is the main thrilling adventure sport that is popular amongst water sports. River crossing is yet another challenging sport in which the individual is supposed to cross the river sliding on a single rope just above the heavy water currents of River Ganga. Other surrounding districts are Tehri Garhwal and Pauri Garhwal, whose governing agencies have brought a ban on the use of plastic bags and selling of alcohol in the city, thus making it an alcohol free district. Another holy city Haridwar is just 25 km away, which is also located on the Ganges.

Activities in Rishikesh

River Rafting- Daring of fascinating rivers, Rishikesh beckons you to plunge into river rafting. Adventure sport like river rafting is an experience in itself that offers oodles of fun, thrill and excitement. There are many river camps here which are on during the time of September to mid December and February to April. But the best season for rafting is September to November and March to May. If you taste the beginner rapids, it is time for you to start on an expedition which can really prove to be a lifetime experience for all. Ganges rafting expeditions in the Himalayas are an adventure's dream. You can realize your dream by choosing to enjoy 3-4 days long expeditions where you would spend quality time in luxury tents, laze around the beaches, enjoy bonfire nights, get in touch with like-minded adventures and have all the fun that you seek on an adventure tour. If you the one who didn't tried river rafting in Rishikesh yet, you have missed out actual fun. Don't wait anymore, just plan a trip to Rishikesh and enjoy the best adventure sports there.

Cliff Jumping-One of the most sensational sports to enjoy in Rishikesh is cliff diving or cliff jumping. In actual terms, cliff jumping is a milder version of base jumping. There are certain guidelines that adventure lovers have to abide by. In this sport, you climb up a rock to reach the jumping platform, from where take a plunge into the water. The plunge is taking from a height of 30-40 ft above the water surface. There are expert instructors to guide you while you enjoy the thrill of cliff jumping in Rishikesh. The free fall time spans just 3 seconds.

Body Surfing- While you are in Rishikesh, you can also indulge in activities like body surfing. Floating along the Ganges wearing life jackets while enjoying the scenic views around is also truly an unforgettable experience. The adventure sport has no age bar. Anyone who is without any fear of water can choose to indulge in this activity.
Established by the British in the early years of this century, the Institute is one of the finest of its kind in the world. Across the six galleries of its Museum are laid out some of the best collections of specimens of flora and fauna.

Rappelling & Rock Climbing The entire state of Uttarakhand is crisscrossed by picturesque mountains and cliffs. If you really want to have a genuine taste of adventure in Rishikesh, you can choose to go rock climbing and rappelling down a cliff. Adventure lovers need to be equipped with top quality gear while setting out for a rock climbing or a rappelling trip or expedition. Always pay heed to the instructor's advice to have a wonderful adventure experience.

Waterfall Trekking- Rishikesh has all the ingredients that make up a perfect adventure holiday. Trekking does not only let you spend some quality time amidst lush environs, but it also brings you a number psychological and health benefits. During a waterfall trek, you will need to trek deep into the jungle and discover eye-catching waterfalls and limestone caves.

Kayaking- Apart from river rafting, Rishikesh is also known to be a wonderful destination for white water kayaking. You can select river rapids matching your physical stamina and age group. A kayak is available in different types and structures. The operator sits in the kayak with the lower part of their body concealed in the front of the kayak while you negotiate the rapids with a paddle.

Canoeing- The adventure of canoeing allows canoeists to explore remote wilderness and nature-rich areas. A canoe is distinguishable from a kayak in the way that the former has an open top while the latter has a closed top. Canoeing in Rishikesh can be enjoyed by any age-group. Expert instructors will educate holidaymakers about the basic paddling techniques used during canoeing.

Acessibilty

Air - Nearest airport is Delhi

Rail- Rishikesh is among the last railheads for Garhwal. Most trains terminate at Haridwar, from where Rishikesh is easily accessible by bus or tourist taxis.

Road - Rishikesh is well - connected by road.

Bus - Roadways Bus Stand, Haridwar Road. Yatra Bus Stand, Chandrabhaga.

Places to visit-

Triveni Ghat - A bathing ghat were every evening an 'Aarti' to river Ganga is performed.

Shivanand Jhoola - A suspension bridge across the Ganga along the old route to the holy shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath.

Temples- Other temples include Raghunath Temple, Pushkar Temple, Venkateshwar Temple, Chandra Mauleshwaran Temple, Shatrughan Temple, Bharat Mandir and Lakshman Temple.

Ram Jhoola- A suspension bridge across the Ganga along the old route to the holy shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath.

Ashrams & Yoga Centres- The main Ashrams at Rishikesh are Shivanand Ashram, Muni ki Reti ; Mahesh yogi Ashram, Shankaracharya Ashram ; Swarg Ashram ; Gita Bhawan ; Parmarth Niketan ; Ved Niketan, Yoga Study Center, Shanti Kunj & Maa Anand Mai Ashram.

Rishikund- Close to Trivenighat is the most anciant place, the rishikund. Anciant records relate this to Kubz Saint , who was blessed by the Goddess Yamuna by saturating this pond by its water.The pond reflects the temple of Ragunath , deicated to lord rama and his wife.

Excursion

Neelkanth Mahadev- The Neelkanth Temple is situated on top of a hill across the Ganga. According to methodology, after the Sagar Manthan. Lord Shiva drank all the effluent venom here, which turned his throat blue, hence the name Neelkanth.

Other Excursions-

Mussoorie, Badrinath, Bharat Mata Temple, Bhoot Nath Temple and Pushkar Temple.