Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
*Rishikesh, the home of Yoga in India. The Place where the Ganges River runs through brighter than you could ever imagine. A Spiritual Town made famous with foreigners by The Beatles back in the ’60s & ’70s.
*I loved my week there, I met the most amazing group of people, enjoyed the sunshine, the cafes, the river, the yoga classes and seeing and listening to like-minded travellers live out their dream there too. It’s definitely one of the most beautiful places in India!
THINGS TO DO IN RISHIKESH
Yoga in Rishikesh
Let’s start with the obvious, shall we? Yoga in Rishikesh is a big thing and there is so much on offer! In fact, I’ll be awkward and say that there’s actually too much choice! Every other hotel has a sign outside it offering 3-4 Yoga classes a day and so do all of the Ashrams in town too. Hatha Yoga is the most popular yoga type in Rishikesh it seems but there are Kundalini and Vinyasa on offer too.
Sound Healing in Rishikesh
I went to a Sound Healing Session on Sunday at Devi Music Ashram by Yoga Svarupe which was soo good! It’s on from 5:00-7:00 pm but get there at 4:30 to get a good place, take some layers, cover-up and lie down and listen to the most incredible Sound Healing! It’s by donation basis too!
Camping in Rishikesh
It seems that Camping in Rishikesh and near Rishikesh is a popular thing to do! Again, if you have time, I would say it is best to wait until you are in Rishikesh and have a look at the posters around the town as companies will advertise when they are holding camping trips
Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh
Who is brave enough?? Jumping Heights, India’s first highest Bungee Jumping platform at a height of 83 metres is located just outside Rishikesh increasing Rishikesh Tourism even more! This must be one of the most unique and fun things to do in Rishikesh if you’re brave enough!
White Water Rafting in Rishikesh
Well, except for Rishikesh Rafting that is! All-day people are rafting down the Ganga River right through the town of Rishikesh, it was so much fun! The water may be a bit dirty in reality but it looks so nice and blue and great to swim in from afar!
Jungle Safari in Rajaji National Park in Rishikesh
If you fancy trying to spot some wildlife including Tigers whilst in Rishikesh then get booked onto a Jungle Safari! Rajaji National Park is a popular place to visit in Rishikesh and is surprisingly near by! Jump into a Jeep and look out for Elephants, Tigers, Panthers, Spotted Deer, Sambhar, Wild Boar, Barking deer, Goral, Himalayan Black Bear and Sloth Bear! If you want a full day experience including sunrise and a nice air-conditioned car I’d recommend this full tour. If you just want to be out for a few hours and go in a jeep at a cheaper price, this 3-hour tour is for you!
Ganga Evening Aarti Ceremony in Rishikesh
Aarti happens at Parmarth Niketan Ashram after the Ram Jhula Bridge, aka about a 20-30 minute walk away from the Laxman Jhula Bridge. It was mesmerising.
Bon Voyage 