Rishikesh owing to its eminence is also known to be the
capital of meditation and yoga. Located at the River Ganges bank and in the
foot hills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh boasts several ashrams, ancient temples
and several renowned centers of meditation and yoga. Being a holy town several
worshippers visit Rishikesh annually, however that is not it. Rishikesh
trekking is equally popular in the area and people from all over the world
visit the area every year.
The Rishikesh ashrams offer lectures and lessons on
meditations and you can literally register with one and emerge on the path of
finding inner peace. Rishikesh is a haven for not only meditation and yoga
experts but also for adventure lovers from across the globe.
From religious point of view, Rishikesh is the gateway to
Chardham Yatra, which allows a pilgrim to travel through Yumnotri, Gangotri,
Badrinath and Kedarnath. In terms of trekking and visiting other places in
Rishikesh, the place has a lot to offer too.
Trek Routes in Rishikesh
In terms of Rishikesh adventure trekking, these treks start
at Rishikesh moving on forward to various trails in the Himalayas. Some of these trails include
Kuari Pass Trekking Tour
This pass is undoubtedly the most outstanding circuit in the
middle of Himalayan range. This Rishikesh trekking tour welcomes tons of
visitors annually and offers trekkers some breathtaking views of broad forests,
flowery meadows, amazing landscapes and enthralling local communities.
This trekking trail is also known as the Lord Curzon trail,
who invaded India. He was responsible
for exposing the whole trail from the pass to Joshimath and following his
steps, many vacationers visit the trail every year.
Chandrashilla Trekking Tour
Available to be trodden on 10 months round the year except in
December and January, owing to heavy snowing, this trekking in Rishikesh
reaches the summit that is above the highest temples of the Himalayas. The hike
is short however a rigorous one. Situated
in the Garhwal Himalayas, the summit offers breathtaking views of Trishul,
Nanda Devi, Kedar and Chaukhamba peaks. Chopta is recommended as being the most
picturesque of all spots in the Garhwal.
Valley of Flowers Trekking Tour
At an altitude of 3650 feet at most, this valley is a flower
paradise. With 520 different species of
flowers and some very rare and area
specific animals, this area was declared a national zoo in 1982. The valley is
at its full bloom from June to September and can be enjoyed to its optimum at
these times.
Rishikesh Pauri Binsar Trekking Tour
Not only in Binsar known for its exceptional natural beauty
but also of its acclaimed resorts situated in the Kumaon Himalayas. What makes
this Rishikesh trekking trail exceptional is its 300 km stretched mountain
range view including the peaks of Nanda Kot, Nanda Devi, Kedarnath,
Panchchuoli, Chaulhamba and Trishuli.
Surrounded by wild flowers and rhododendron and oak forests,
this trek starts from Thalisain going through Pauri. Besides the flowers and
wildlife that will force you to admire them, you will also come across a
canoffer homage to a freedom fighter in Musa Kota, situated in the middle of
the Dudhatoli sanctuary.
These are some of the adventure treks in Rishikesh besides
several other small and big trekking trails. Rishikesh is not all about
trekking on land, rather you can also enjoy Rishikesh rafting season and enjoy
the waterfalls and streams flowing from the Himalayas. You will have to trek
through waterfalls to reach the trails of the Shivalik mountains. Some famous water
rafting in Rishikesh treks include Neer Gaddu waterfall trek, Garud Chatti
waterfall trek and Phool Chatti waterfall trek.
Other small Rishikesh trekking routes include Kanjapuri
trekking, Nikanth Mahadev temple, Jhilmil Gufa trekking, etc.
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