Best Rafting Activities In Rishikesh

About the Destination:

A haven for nature lovers and adventure addicts: the state of Uttarakhand attracts visitors from all over the world! The spiritual city of Rishikesh, the picturesque town of Deoria Tal, the blissful villages of Chopta , ultimately give way to the magnificence of the Chandrashila peak! There is indeed no dearth for beautiful sceneries and relaxing trails in this Dev Bhumi (Land of The Gods)!

The village of Sari, about 7 hours from Rishikesh, houses the famous lake of Deoria Tal and is a base camp for several short and long hikes as it offers unparalleled views of Himalayan peaks such as Neelkanth and Kedar. As you cross Chopta, pass by a beautiful route filled with lush green meadows and the blooms of rhododendron. Seek the blessings at the Tungnath Temple of the Panch Kedar in Rudraprayag and ultimately open up to the views of Chandrashila peak (4,130m), that offers dramatic views of the valleys below.

About the Activity:

Start trekking in Rishikesh towards Chandrashila Peak and meander through many picturesque villages and dreamy valleys. The trails remain easy with a gradual incline to reach to the fantastic scenery at Deoria Tal.

Progressing to Chopta, you will be going through meadows and dense forests, to reach the fabulous campsite that offers dreamlike views all around. Biking down to Syalsour, we give a thunderous finale to this expedition by river rafting in Rishikesh.

For adventure junkies – Rishikesh has always been a favourite destination to satiate their thirst for adventure. Shed off all your office worries and get ready to lunge deep into the adventure world with friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable experience while chilling out with your gang in this lovely abode.

Crowned amidst stunning landscapes and picturesque natural beauty, adventure activities at Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh provides you with an array of activities; give a head start to your excursion with a rafting experience like never before. Enthral in this thrilling rafting exercise, fight the roaring tides as you balance your raft over the gushing water. You can also quench your adventure thirst by indulging in a thrilling body surfing while relaxing in Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh.

Boost up your adrenaline as you head for a thrilling activity of cliff jumping. Feel your heart racing as you dive into icy-cold water in the stream below. Prepare to make some thrilling memories that you would cherish forever while indulging in adventure activities at Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh.

Decked in the virgin beauties, this camp sustains the grandeur of an isolated beach and natural-untouched beauty surrounding it.Once at the site, explore the picturesque beauty of Rishikesh and its mountain range's greenery, which the area is well known for.This camping experience gives a full thrill of being able to watch the sun rise and set in this dazzling vantage point between the forest. In order to reach the campsite one shall be crossing the crown of Rishikesh- ‘Jhoola Pul’. 

Reach at the camp, take time to rest and a cascading waterfall right adjacent to camp go on a hike and take a dip into water.Indulge in a thrilling adventure session with friends and family after having lunch like Kayaking, Rafting, Rappelling, Rock Climbing and Cliff jumping and also enjoy some more activities like volleyball and water hike. Post them, enjoy the bonfire at the campsite along with snacks and some music & power back up. Snug into a deep sleep after the delicious meal at the restaurant.

Get up early to catch the beautiful sunrise on top station the next day, before enjoying a local breakfast as the birds and the forests come to life for the day. Pack up for the day, take the cab back down and the adventure ends

How to reach?

The campsite is situated at the bank of mighty ganga on an isolated beach surrounded by jungle. The distance of campsite from laxman jhula is 25Km which can be done by private/ public transportation. It's on the Rishikesh - Badrinath highway. One has to walk for an approximate 2 km, crossing a quaint jhula pul ( suspended bridge) and the age-old pilgrim’s path to Badrinath to reach the campsite. 

Activity Location: Near Shivpuri Petrol Pump, Rishikesh.

Check-in Time: 12:00 PM (Day 1)

Check-Out Time:10:00 AM (Day 2)

Activity Duration: 2 Days 1 Night

About Adventurous Stream Side Camping and Rafting in Rishikesh:

The campsite is situated amidst the lush green valleys and surrounded by the spectacular beauty of a nearby river stream. With panoramic pristine views and luxurious amenities, it lets you experience adventurous and relaxing camping as you enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors of Rishikesh. Choose the package with rafting and explore the adrenaline pumping your veins, or choose to enjoy playing the numerous outdoor and indoor games offered at the site.

Location: Tapovan, Rishikesh

Check-in: 12:00 PM (Day 1)

Check-out: 11:00 AM (Day 2) 

One of Rishikesh’s best destinations is Tapovan, a 400m above-sea-level site that gives breathtaking views of the mountain ranges & forests. A perennial river huel flows at just 50 steps from the campsite. This place is packed with tons of attractions which makes it an ideal spot for a weekend adventure. Spend a night under an open sky and gaze at the glimmering beauty of the vast cosmos from the comfortable tents. 

Reach at the camp, take time to rest. The trek is 10 minutes through a meandering jungle road that will be an experience in itself. Post them, enjoy the lunch served in a buffet style and get started with River rafting 16 Km. from Shivpuri to Nim Beach. In the evening, relax with nature or pump up the adrenaline with a professional guide of adventurous activities like Waterfall Trek, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Valley Crossing, Tree Jumaring & Village walk. In the evening after all the activities enjoy the bonfire at the campsite along with snacks and some music & power back up. Snug into a deep sleep after the delicious meal at the restaurant.

Get up early to catch the beautiful sunrise on top station the next day, before enjoying a local breakfast as the birds and the forests come to life for the day. Pack up for the day, take the cab back down and the adventure ends

How to reach?

The campsite is situated at the bank of mighty ganga on an isolated beach surrounded by jungle. It's on the Rishikesh - Neelkanth temple road. One can easily get a private or public transport from the city to Phoolchatti. The campsite is situated at the distance of 6 km from laxman jhula, 29.6 km from Jolly Grant Airport and 37 km from Haridwar Railway Station.

Available Booking Option:

 Stay in Deluxe Tent

Stay in Deluxe Cottage

About the Activity:

• Rishikesh is the hub to fulfill all your adventure desires! Embark on an amazing bungee jumping and rafting adventure in Rishikesh along with your friends and family for a truly blissful experience.
• Boost up your adrenaline and feel your heart racing as you jump from a sheer drop. Bungee jumping is a nerve-stirring activity which involves jumping from a tall structure or a high mountain. With its international standards and trained expertise, bungee jumping in Rishikesh is considered as safe.
• Along with this thrilling adventure you can also engross in some water adventure activities such as rafting. 
• There is no better place to undertake your rafting expedition in India than Rishikesh. With its wide ranges of varying grades and unpredictable gorges and turns, rafting here is one of the best adventure activity that you can indulge with your gang. 
• Make some wonderful memories by embarking on this adventurous ride in Rishikesh.

Activity Location: Malakunthi, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Check-in Time: 10:30 AM (Day 1)

Check-Out Time:10:00 AM (Day 2)

About Camping and Trekking In Rishikesh With Rafting:

This campsite is tucked amidst the lush green valleys with dense jungle adorned and offers panoramic views of a pristine river stream passing next to camp. The other common areas of the campsite include an outdoor swimming pool and a specific play area for in-house activities.

Check-in Time: 12:00 PM
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM

Situated on the foothills of Himalayas near to the river Ganga, the Ojas Resort in Rishikesh offers breathtaking views of the surrounding. The package offers rafting experience in the white water that lasts around 35 min and for 10 km with a trained professional. The guests shall be picked and dropped back to the resort.

The Ojas Resort also offers adrenaline-pumping rock climbing experience in tough rocky terrain. In the evening, enjoy the mesmerizing Ganga aarti with holy chanting at Parmath Niketan.

The Ojas Resort, Rishikesh has a multi-cuisine dining area offering flavoursome delicacies to the guests. The restaurant offers Indian, continental, and Chinese cuisine made ingredients procured from the organic kitchen. The retreat has increased the frequency of cleaning public areas (including the lobby, doorknobs, common washrooms, etc.) and continues to use hospital-grade disinfectants. There are more antibacterial hand sanitizers available throughout the property.

Highlights of Ojas Resort:
- Rock climbing experience
- White water rafting experience

How to reach Ojas Resort: The resort is situated at a distance of 38 km from Jolly Grant Airport and can be reached by a shared or a private car. The resort has free parking spaces.

Location: Tapovan, Rishikesh
Activity timing: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

- River rafting in Rishikesh is something to experience gliding on the rapids of River Ganges.
-When the river enters the city of Rishikesh, it dawns on a raging form, creating rapids (high-speed waves) that make this rafting experience full of excitement.
- In this river rafting in Rishikesh package, you get to choose from options in the length as in how far you want to raft down the river. There are 3 stretches ranging from 9 km to 26 km, with a varying number of grades from II to IV. 
- Apart from this exciting adventure, you also get to experience activities like Cliff Jumping and Body Surfing. You will experience the cliff jumping from the height of 20 to 25 ft. 
- You will be going to enjoy these activities with an experienced instructor cum guide. First, the instructor will give a brief lesson about safety precautions and activity. After that, you will be going to enjoy your rafting experience. 

Package type:
Rafting for 9 km: 
In this type of package, you will be going to enjoy 3 rapids of Grade II ( suitable for beginner or a non-swimmer) and above, which will be covered in a duration of 2 hours. 

Rafting for 16 km:
In this type of package, you will be going to enjoy 3 rapids of Grade III (suitable for non-swimmers who want more thrill), which will be covered in a duration of 3 hours. Also, this package includes cliff jumping and surfing. 

Rafting for 26 km: 
In this type of package, you will be going to enjoy 5 rapids of grade IV (suitable for experienced as this grade is difficult and have high irregular waves), to be covered in a duration of 4-5 hours including cliff jumping and surfing. 

How to reach:
The activity will start in Tapovan and you need to reach here. Tapovan is just 7 km away from Rishikesh. You can easily reach here by public or private cab. 

About the activity: 

• Satiate the adventure bug in you with a visit to the exhilarating locales of Rishikesh.
• Enjoy an adventurous sojourn with a list of enthralling activities for around 3 hours.
• Indulge in adrenaline pumping activities like rafting, rock climbing, rappelling and trekking.
• Challenge the white waters, hike the mountains and lot more with Green Mount Adventure.

About the Activity:

• Embark in this exciting outing along with your team and feel the fun and thrill while enjoying the stay at the Camp Shivpuri.
• Start your tour in Delhi and reach the tour locality in Shivpuri, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
• Enjoy your stay at the camp at the most fascinating Swiss tents while making your nights interesting with bonfire and soft music.
• Indulge in some of the exciting activities like River Rafting, Rock Climbing and Rappelling.
• Make your bonds stronger with your teammates as you play some team building games.
  
• Trek through the beautiful valleys while enjoying the sights of the waterfalls.
• Play some other games like ,volleyball,badminton, cricket and other indoor games like ludo, chess and carom.
• Delight in a delicious barbecue meal while enjoying your stay.
• Move and shake with the DJ and enjoy a few of your favorite drinks in the evening.
• End this exciting tour with lots of memories.