Want to enjoy thrilling sports, trekking, and camping together? Where is there a place like that?

 Want to enjoy thrilling sports, trekking, and camping together? Where is there a place like that?

Planning to go on a trip with a group. But preferences vary. Some want to go rafting on the turbulent waves of a fast-flowing river, while others are fond of bungee jumping. And when all that is done, they gather around the campfire and chat. If you have more time, you can explore the beauty of the Himalayas, that too on foot.

But is it possible to fulfill all these wishes in one place? How to plan for that?

Rather, let's go to Rishikesh in Uttarakhand at the beginning of summer. This place is famous for adventure sports. From here, you can enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas, as well as camping in various places. How to enjoy Rishikesh?

River Rafting

Going up and down in a special boat in the bosom of the flowing Ganges to the rhythm of the waves, and then coming down again in a moment - this is a strange thrill. Many people flock to Rishikesh for adventure sports like river rafting. There are different levels depending on how long the journey is, how difficult the sport is.

Rafting from Shivpuri to Neem Beach, 11-12 kilometers, can be done in one and a half to two hours.

If you want a longer river route, you can go to Marine Drive. The distance from here to Neem Beach is 16-17 kilometers.

If you have a few years of experience in river rafting, you can choose the 28-kilometer river route from Kudalia to Neem Beach.

Bungee Jumping

Want to jump into a deep gorge? If you are brave, you can do bungee jumping. In this sport, you have to jump from a very high place with a rope tied to your waist. Bungee jumping is done in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand from a height of 83 feet. This adventure sport is available in several places in Rishikesh, including Shivpuri and Mohan Chatti. However, if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, neck injury, or neurological problems, you cannot join this sport.

Trekking

You can trek to Neergarh Falls from Rishikesh. You have to walk only 2 kilometers. But covering that distance is not very easy. There are hilly paths, uphill. You have to walk from the parking lot of Neergarh Falls. It takes 1 to 2 hours. The pleasure of going there after crossing many small waterfalls is different. You can go there after crossing the forest path and take a bath in the water of the waterfall.

Rajaji National Park

If you want to see the beauty of the forest and wildlife in Rishikesh, put Rajaji National Park on your list. It is spread across three districts - Haridwar, Dehradun and Pauri Garhwal. There is also a tiger conservation project. You can go on a safari in the forest from Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur ranges. You can see various types of wildlife here, including deer, elephants, and various species of birds. Safaris are held twice a day - morning and afternoon.

Camp

There are several camps at different places along the banks of the Ganges from Rishikesh to Shivpuri. Accommodation and food facilities are available in tents. Adventure sports opportunities are also available nearby. You can choose a camp to spend time with friends and hang out in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Accommodation and food facilities are available here.