Rishikesh is the adventure and yoga capital of India with incredible activities. White water rafting on the Ganga (Grade 1–4 rapids) is the most popular activity — best from September to June. Bungee jumping at Jumpin Heights (83m) is India's highest. Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula are iconic suspension bridges. Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti at sunset is a spiritual highlight. Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia) is where The Beatles meditated in 1968. Neergarh Waterfall is a beautiful 2 km trek. EZPZ Taxi offers Delhi-Rishikesh trips — call +91-9871121217.
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Rishikesh offers something for every type of traveller — adventure sports, yoga and meditation, spiritual experiences, and stunning river scenery. Here's everything worth doing:
Adventure Activities
White Water Rafting
India's best rafting is right here on the Ganga. Available September to June (closed monsoon).
- 12 km stretch (Brahmpuri to Rishikesh): Grade 2–3, good for beginners — ₹400–600/person
- 16 km stretch (Shivpuri to Nim Beach): Grade 3, most popular — ₹600–900/person
- 26 km stretch (Marine Drive to Rishikesh): Grade 3–4, best experience — ₹1,200–1,800/person
Bungee Jumping
India's highest bungee jump — 83m at Jumpin Heights, Mohan Chatti (16 km from Laxman Jhula). Bookings at jumpinheights.com — ₹3,550/person.
Camping
Multiple campsites along the Ganga between Shivpuri and Rishikesh. Overnight camps include meals, bonfire, rafting, and a yoga session — from ₹1,200/night per person.
Spiritual & Cultural
Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat
Every evening at sunset — less grand than Haridwar but more intimate and spiritual. Free, arrive 30 minutes early for a good spot.
Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)
Where the Beatles stayed and meditated in February–April 1968, writing most of the White Album. Now abandoned and covered in graffiti murals. Entry: Indians ₹150, foreigners ₹600.
Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Free yoga and meditation classes daily. One of the largest ashrams in India — guests from around the world. Register at the gate.
Laxman Jhula vs Ram Jhula
- Laxman Jhula: Older suspension bridge (1939), 450-foot span — iconic photograph of Rishikesh
- Ram Jhula: Wider, less crowded — better for walking across
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