Maharishi Yogi Ashram in Rishikesh

The Beatles Ashram or Maharishi Mahesh Yogi ashram (locally known as Chaurasi kutia ashram)is one of the best places to visit in Rishikesh. It is placed on the bank of the Holy river the Ganges and it lies within the range of the beautiful Rajaji National Park of Uttarakhand. Earlier, this place was one of the best ashrams in Rishikesh where people from all over the world comes to obtain peace by learning Yoga and Meditation under the famous guru Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. This place has turned from a Yoga learning Center into a Tourist Place.

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Flying Fox Activity in Rishikesh

In Flying Fox, the candidates are secured by the harness and are set free from the platform. As the gravity releases them, the wire is rolled down upto a height of about 7 meters from the water surface and then pulled back. The retrieval mechanism ensures happy flying moments from launching point to lowest point at an accelerating speed of 160 Kms per hour. The cool gushing air on faces brings a tingling sensation inside the whole body. The thrilling ride ends at the lowest point with flutter and sighs.One must ensure to meet the pre-requisites for the flying fox adventure.

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Zipline Activity Adventure in Rishikesh

All this makes your experience of adventure sports all the more memorable.  Shivpuri Village is a quaint little village, 15 minutes’ drive upstream from here forms the perfect base of Rishikesh Zipline adventure.Feel the excitement as you flit away over River Ganges with a rip-roaring round of Zipline Rishikesh adventure.In this activity of around 1 hour, you will glide down a sequence of ultra-strong cables or zip lines, attached by a harness and pulley.Assemble at Shivpuri Village. Post prepping you up with safety guidelines and necessary equipment, two zip lines send you across the white water rapids at Shivpuri. Savour the view of the mighty Himalaya’s and feel the pleasant wind on your face.

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Yamunotri temple now open for public

Yamunotri temple in the state of Uttarakhand is naturally bestowed with abundant beauty and charm. At a hovering altitude of 3293 meters, Yamunotri lies adjacent to the Indo-Chinese border and is encircled by the lofty peaks on all sides. One of the holiest centers in the Hindu pantheon, this sacred abode of the Asti muni boast of so many unparallel vistas of nature.Highly revered as the origin of the majestic River Yamuna, Yamunotri is famed for its glaciers, and thermal springs that makes it one of the most important stopovers in the schedule of a Hindu pilgrim. According to Hindu tradition, Yamuna is the sister of Yama, the god of death and a holy dip in this river secures a painless death to the devotee.

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Kunjapuri Temple: Famous for Sunrise point in Rishikesh

Kunjapuri Devi Temple is located on a hillock around 24 km away from Rishikesh. This temple is dedicated to one of the thirteen most important goddesses of Shivalik range. The temple is well-known among the travellers as it gives a beautiful view of the sunrise and the sunset from the greater Himalayan peaks. Snow ranges and peaks of Garhwal Himalayas like Swarga Rohini, Gangotri, Banderpunch and Chaukhamba, can also be seen from this temple. Kunjapuri Devi temple is considered as one of the 52 Shaktipeeth / Shaktipeetha/ Shaktipeetham of our divine Mother. Shakti denotes power.

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Wildlife Safari in Uttarakhand / Krishna Holidays Rishikesh

Rajaji National Park is a beautiful reserve to the east of Haridwar. It is famous as an elephant habitat and also harbours the mountain goat, goral. Part of the awe-inspiring Shivalik ranges in Uttarakhand, these forests at the foothills that comprise Rajaji are endowed with Sal trees and bamboo shoots. The park is open from mid-November to mid-June. Winters are the most pleasant time to visit the park i.e. between November and March, when the temperature ranges between 20-25C during the day. In summer, temperatures can be as high as 48C. During winter, making it convenient to visit the park. The park remains closed in the rainy season, when there is an average 750 mm. of rainfall.

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Tungnath Shrine Now Open For Public

One of the world's highest temples perched at an altitude of 3680m; Tungnath temple has many myths and legend in its bag. It is believed that this temple was established by Arjuna of Mahabharata after Adi Shankaracharya founded a Shiva Linga at the same site.
Today, this ancient temple bounded by peaks like Nanda Devi, Kedarnath and Neelkanth is considered as the most important of all Panch Kedars temples. The temple complex consists of two mare small temples devoted to Goddess Parvati and Vyas. However, during winters the temple is closed due to snow and idol of Lord Shiva is shifted to Mukunath Village.

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Jungle Trekking in Uttarakhand

Krishna Holidays will take you through a place that has captured the imagination of mountaineers and explorers for more than 100 years. You will See people in remote mountain villages whose lifestyle has not changed in generations.
Trekking can be as athletic and adventurous as participants decide. A sturdy backpack can comfortably fit more than 20-40 pounds (10-20 kilos) of clothing and gear. Another important item is sturdy hiking boots. When you are covering long distances we make sure that you wearing the right pair of boots can make the difference between enjoying a trip and being in pain. Other survival equipment, such as warm clothing, a first aid kit and a supply of food and water are also very important.

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Rishikesh Luxury Camping

Camping is perhaps the best way of enjoying the wonders of nature. Camping is a raw and bewilder. You can do all the things you always wanted to, away from civilization i.e. laying in the camp while the river sings outside along with the birds, wind whistling teasing the leaves of the jungle , see the glittering stars in the open crystal clear sky and your camp is the whole world to you after the long happening fun soaking day. Our camps offer accommodation and variety of activities like Burma bridge, river trekking and rafting.

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Rafting: Kaudiyal to Nimbeach, Rishikesh

Adventure at its best! Kaudiyala to Rishikesh stretch is strictly for experts. This unbridled 36kms stretch faces one of the most difficult rapids in Rishikesh called ‘The Wall’. Being a Grade IV+ rapid, it demands ample of strength, team effort and precision to cross it. There are about 13 rapids between Kaudiyala to Rishikesh rafting stretch and along with The Wall Daniel’s Dip and the Eddy Whirlpool churns up the adventure for this stretch. The water becomes perilous and the rapids ever so sinister giving rafters a tremendous dose of thrill and shrill throughout this ride.

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Neelkanth Temple: Famous for Lord Shiva

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is believed to be the most complex Gods of the Hindu pantheon. The establishment of this temple has a legend behind it. According to the mythological stories, Lord Shiva drank the poison that appeared from the 'Sagar Manthan' (churning of ocean). This place is said to have been the same place, where Lord Shiva drank the poison. On drinking the poison, his throat turned blue and from that time onwards, Lord Shiva came to be known as 'Neelkantha' (One having blue throat).

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Wildlife Tour in Rajaji National Park

In Rajaji National Park is more than 50 species of mammals including the highly endangered Asian Elephant and Tiger found in the Park. Besides tiger, leopard, Himalayan Black bear, sloth bear, Civet, Marten, Jackal, Hyena etc, it is estimated that there are more than 350 Asian elephants in the park. Goral (Mountain Goat) - a characteristic mammals of the lower Himalayas abound in the precipitous slopes of the Shivalik hills. Three species of deer - Sambhar, Spotted Deer (Cheetal) and Barking Deer (Kakar) and animals like Wild Boar, Neel Gai. Langoor, Black Napped Hare, Jungle cat etc are also found.

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Trek to Chandrashila from Chopta

Chopta is also known as “Mini Switzerland“, and is getting popular year after year. Chopta Hill Station is located at an altitude of 2700 mts, in the Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand State. Chopta is surrounded by dense forest, and offers majestic view of Snow Clad Himalayan Ranges and lush green meadows.
It is also the starting point of the trek to famous Tungnath Mandir (Panch Kedar Temple) and Chandrashila Summit . The Chopta region is rich in varied flora and fauna, with plenty of Rhododendron and Deodar trees all around.

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Trekking in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Krishna Holidays promises you best trekking experience. Enjoy trekking with our expert Guides and explore the mountains of Rishikesh, Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand. Rishikeh, situated at the foothills of Himalayas is an ideal place for trekking in India. Travelers not only from India but from all parts of world love rishikesh for trekking and adventure vacation.Surrounded by mountain ranges from all sides, Rishikesh provides trekkers some exciting outlooks of dense forests, serene rivers and wild mountain ranges. One can also witness the amazing scenarios, ancient temples, Buddhist monasteries on the way.

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Vatika Camp Rishikesh: Comfortable for all

Camping brings the most relaxing and rejuvenating doings for all. Rishikesh Camping can be enjoyed most by the person who likes to travel around new places and get pleasure from the beauty and peacefulness of nature. Camping Rishikesh brings the break of camp firing across the river side by savoring a good service of natural amenities. The exciting experience of camping in a jungle can be well realized at Vatika the Luxury Camp – The Cozy and Comfy Jungle Camp. In the hectic schedule of everyday life we have lost the feelings of adventure and enjoyment in our life.

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Marine Drive to Rishikesh Rafting Stretch

In Marine Drive to Rishikesh rafting stretch one encounters Grade II and III rapids like Black Money, Three Blind Mice and Cross Fire which are difficult yet full of excitement. It is an arduous 24kms stretch that demands lot of strength and energy to complete. The fast-flowing water becomes notorious when you move toward a rapid; you may hang in the air sometimes and every so often feel that a bucketful of water is thrown in an instance on you. About 14 rapids in total are faced by a rafter in this stretch; some are minor while others will compel you to change your idea of adventure!

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Bungee Jumping: Feel the Fear

Bungee jumping is another wonderful activity for adventure seekers. It is the most thrilling activity to do, where your heart and mind literally fight for doing it or not. Bungee jumping is not for the faint-hearted persons.
Rishikesh city offers the first fixed and heights point of bungee jumping in north India. You’re tied on ankles with a long elastic rope and ready for making memorable experience of bungee jumping from 83 meters. There are guide to teach you about jumping. After jump, your guide will help you to lower down to a drop in to the river which has only 2ft. You also get the “Dare to Jump Certificate”.

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Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh

The International Yoga Festival, Rishikesh is a celebration of Yoga, the age old Indian science of health and wellness. The great sage Patanjali, penned down the science, laid down the minute rules and techniques of the activity. Yoga was primarily developed as a medium to attain harmony of body, mind and soul.
Yoga is not just different yogic postures or breathing techniques, it is a way of life. Around the world, Yoga has changed lives with its holistic techniques. International Yoga Festival is a wonderful opportunity to introduce Yoga in one’s life. The week-long event detoxifies and purifies the body, mind and soul.

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Top view of the Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh

The Beatles visited Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram in Rishikesh in 1968. The visit by George Harrison, John Lennon, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr involved them staying in the now derelict igloo shaped Chaurasi Kutia huts in the ashram. The most important event that took place during the Beatles’ visit to this facility was their rehabilitation from LSD abuse, which in turn inspired them to write a huge number of songs. In 2009, McCartney commented that Transcendental Meditation was a gift the Beatles had received from the Maharishi at a time when they were looking for something to stabilise them.

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