10 Interesting Things to do in Rishikesh that will make you fall in love with Rishikesh.

Rishikesh is a beautiful and serene place that is considered heaven on earth. Someone can sit on the bank of river Gange with the backdrop of a splendid Himalayan view and spend quality time. Being the land of God, adventure, and yoga, the place is all in one combo for all who want to explore everything in one place. Blessed with the richness of nature, Rishikesh offers us all that connects us with the core, like rivers, mountains, lush green forests, the chirping of birds, and many more. Apart from all this, one can also experience adventure, yoga, and Ayurveda here. The place is all one combo for all who want to explore everything in one place. This tranquil place is no less than a paradise for those who want to wander every corner of nature and enjoy all kinds of pleasures.

Let’s see what the interesting things that tourists can do here are.

Ganga Aarti

Ganga Arti Rishikesh

Ganga Aarti is an integral part of Rishikesh’s culture, where many devotees gather to attend the aarti. Triveni Ghat and Parmarth Niketan is the central place of Ganga Arti, where The Aarti is performed every morning and evening with chanting of mantras, hymns, and the sound of bells. This place is perfect for those who like to spend time in peace. People gather for the Maha Aarti and reverently immerse flowers and lighting lamps in the Ganges every morning and evening. The view of the floating lamps in the Ganges is very picturesque. In the darkness of the night, the whole Ganges lit up with the glow of a lamp. The view is worth seeing, that’s why many tourists also come here to enjoy this scene.

Best Season: February – December is the best season to visit Ganga Arti.

Timings: Parmarth Niketan (5:00 AM – 9:00 PM) and Triveni Ghat ( 6:00 – 7:00 PM.)

Entry Fee: No Entry Fee

Rafting

River Rafting Rishikesh

River rafting in Rishikesh is a famous charm for adventure seekers. Every year, many tourists come here to enjoy river rafting. Whether family or friends, all kinds of people can enjoy the rafting adventure. Riding in a rubber boat and passing through hazardous rapids is a courageous task, but it is also fun. After doing rafting, one can find out his inner courage. If someone is passionate about adventure, he must come to Rishikesh once and do river rafting. No one ever gets disappointed here.

Best Season: Late September – October – Mid November

Camping

Camp Majestic Rishikesh

It is a privilege to see the rising sun with a splendid Himalayan view surrounded by lush green encompassing and the chirping of birds. Rishikesh offers you a getaway in the form of camping, where you forget all your tiredness and just get lost in nature. Just away from modern life amid peace, where nobody can disturb you. Here you get all the facilities related to everyday life at a very reasonable price. Camping is an excellent option for both kinds of people who like adventure and nature.

Best Season: Summers and spring are the best times because of the pleasant weather.

Bungee Jumping

Bungee Jumping Rishikesh

Bungee jumping is one of the popular activities in Rishikesh. It is India’s highest Bungee point at the height of 83 meters. Under this activity, one has to tie with a rope harness and jump down from the activity point, and this action continues until the person keeps jumping up and down. It is an enjoyable activity, which adventure lovers do with courage. One who wants to run away from his inner fear must do this activity.

Best Season: Summers and spring are the best timing because of the pleasant weather.

Flying Fox

Flying Fox is another adventure thrill in Rishikesh, an excellent option to keep in the bucket of adventure thrill. Under this activity, the adventures have to go by sliding from one side to the other by tying the rope harness. Three people can do this activity together and can also do it alone. After doing the action, one can take their adventure certificate and photographs from the cafeteria to keep their memory for a lifetime.