Rishikesh-The Adventure Hub Of India

People who are wishing to witness some adventure in their life then Rishikesh is the perfect place in India. Rishikesh is known as the the Adventure Hub of India possessing.

How to Reach

By road- The city is well connected by roads to the major cities like Haridwar and Delhi. It is 253 kms from Delhi.

By rail- The nearest station to rishikesh is Haridwar junction, 21 km away.
By air- The Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest air connect 20 kms away from Rishikesh.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit rishikesh is either between September to November or February to June. This is the only time when one can enjoy the pleasant and moderate weather of this beautiful place.

Places to Visit In rishikesh

Rajaji National Park, Lakshman Jhula, NeelKanth Mahadev Temple, Shivpuri River Rafting Point and there are several other places to be visited in rishikesh. The place is famous for its sports, adventures and ofcourse beauty.

Adventure sports in Rishikesh

1.River Rafting
This sport is also known as white river rafting and has got fame because of this beautiful place. This sport is done in The ganga river in Rishikesh and in this the people battle with the speedy waves of the river. The ticket cost per person is approximately 1100 rupees.

2. Rapelling
In this sport we climb down the hills, rocks, and rishikesh is the perfect location to do the same because of its steepy hills. The average cost of a ticket for one person is 1500 rupees.

3. Bungee Jumping
The person who love heights or not fear heights will definately love this sport in rishikesh. Jumping from a height with rope tied across your waist is what Bungee Jumping means. The ticket cost approximately 3600 rupees per person.

4. Mountain Biking
Riding bicycle across the city is probably fun thing to do. For sightseeing, riding bikes, and river trails the riverside destination is perfect.

5. Flying Fox
The Flying Fox adventure sport of Rishikesh is very famous. There is this 1 km of line for this activity which everyone should give a try.

6. Waterfall Trek
There are several waterfalls in rishikesh, this is not an adventure sport but people find it interesting to trek between the jungles of rishikesh and find hidden waterfalls and enjoy the sight.

7. Cliff Jumping
Another adventurous sport of jumping from a cliff in the river ganga. This needs huge courage and only those who can swim should try this.

8. Kayaking
This sport is also a water sport, basically in this one or two persons row a small boat called kayak.

9. Rock Climbing
Opposite of Rapelling, In this sport the person climbs up the rock instead of climbing down.

10. Zorbing
Zorbing is a very fun sport. The Garhwal Hill is considered the most perfect place to do thi activity. 2-3 people sit inside a air filled rubber balloon type ball.