Asia · Nature
Rishikesh
Yoga capital on the Ganges, where the river leaves the Himalaya.
- Place
- Uttarakhand · India · IN
- World region
- Asia
- Type
- Nature
- ID
- DST-0201
Why go
Yoga capital on the Ganges, where the river leaves the Himalaya.
Rishikesh combines ashrams and yoga schools with white-water rafting on the upper Ganges. It is alcohol-free and vegetarian by local convention.
Signature experiences
- Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat
- White-water rafting
- Multi-day yoga or meditation course
Interest tags
wellnessyogariverraftingspirituality
Good for
Wellness travellersSoloAdventure travellers
Pairs well with
Best months
Sep-Nov · Feb-Apr
Avoid months
Jun-Aug (monsoon) · Dec-Jan (cold)
Ideal stay
4 days
Nearest airport
DED · Dehra Dun
Pace
Relaxed
Cost tier
Budget
Peak crowd level
Moderate
Country ISO
IN
