Rishikesh is situated amidst a calm environment, impressive water front, dense forest and hills. It is a town of saints and sages. It is located on the bank of river Ganga. Rishikesh is also known as a centre for yoga teachings. Rishikesh is an attraction for pilgrims and also for tourist who wanted to know about Hinduism. Lakshaman Jhula, Swarga Ashram, Gita Bhavan and Triveni Ghat are the most attracted places in Rishikesh. It is an ideal base camp for trekking in the nearby Himalayas. Rishikesh is surrounded by hills which offer the breathtaking environment for trekking and hiking. It provides the opportunity for adventurous trekking tours in India. Dense forests, mountain slopes, meandering river, exotic flora and fauna attracts the trekkers a lot.
The best time to do the Rishikesh trekking is from April to November.
trekking features
- teahouse / lodge trek
- Length < 7 days
- Maximum Altitude <2000m
- Difficulty - Easy