Hiking in Rajaji National Park
Hiking in Rajaji National Park
5 Hours
Experience rugged mountain and raw nature while walking through buffer zone of the Rajaji National Park near Rishikesh, on this exciting 5-hour Hiking Rishikesh trip from Rishikesh, allow you fully immerse into raw nature of the Himalayan lush green landscape.
As you walk through peaceful forest trails, you come across many fresh Himalayan streams that would bit fun and adventure both while crossing knee deep waters while looking around the true beauty of the Himalayas . You enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayan foothills especially when you go in the morning . There is very ancient goddess temple is called Vindhyavasini where you can relax in spiritual atmosphere surrounded by dense forested landscapes.
This area is part of Gohri Range of Rajaji National Park, where some villages , resorts and homestay are dotted, so, it offers the best way to explore hidden landscapes, untouched beauty and wildlife. Your local trekking guide meet at your hotel in Rishikesh and say bye at your hotel at the end of the tour.
This tour is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, spiritual and adventure seekers looking to discover a quieter and hidden side of the Himalayas near Rishikesh.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic hiking through Buffer Zone Rajaji National Park
- Blessing at Vindhyavasini Temple
- Himalayan forest trails & water streams
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
- Ganges Canal & Gohari Range of Rajai National Park
- Professional English Speaking Hiking guide
- Private round-trip transportation
- Tea break during at temples site
07:00 AM – Hotel Pickup & Departure
Meet your guide and begin a scenic drive from Rishikesh up to the starting point of hiking trail , where you say bye and see you later to your driver, and your person guide guides you while explain the geography, topography and significance with essential information.
Guided Nature Hike
Start a beautiful 5 km level-out hiking activity in the dry up best of the Himalayan monsoon river, there are some water channels, where you have to go kneed deep in the water to cross them while enjoying Himalayan landscapes, and exploring the rich flora and fauna of the park.
Vindhyavasini Temple
Once you reach at the confluence of two small fresh water rivers, where some small shops are dotted temporarily just at the base of the temple, spend some time with locals enjoying the peaceful surroundings while sipping cup of coffee or tea, and admire remote beauty and wilderness.
Later, climb to see the hilltop temple goddess Durga, enjoy the views and lush green carpeted landscape. After the temple, go down to continue hike up stream ( level-out ) up to a kilometer where, there is a village and small temple, have free time for reflect and contemplate and return to the confluence point at base of the temple to catch your car to get back to Rishikesh
Return to Rishikesh
Drive back to your hotel , on the way stop at Gujjar village ( Nomadic Village) living on the edge of the Jungle, raising buffalos and cows , spend some time to see their culture and lifestyle, get some pictures and once you arrive at hotel that marks end of your half day tour.
Package Includes
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Professional trekking guide
- Private transportation
- Rajaji National Park entry fees
- Tea break during the trek
- Guided hiking experience
Package Excludes
- Breakfast, lunch & beverages
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
Important Information
- Pickup available from hotels in Rishikesh.
- Private tour for your group only.
- Comfortable trekking shoes are recommended.
- Carry a valid government ID.
- Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues.
- Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- Tour operates subject to weather conditions.
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather and traffic conditions.
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