Rishikesh: River & Ridge
Whitewater in the morning, a Ganga aarti at dusk, and a cliff jump you will talk about for a year.
Included: Return flights Ahmedabad ↔ Dehradun; 3 nights riverside, in cottages or a camp depending on season; Daily breakfast and dinner and more. Everything included →
Highlights
- 16km of Grade III whitewater from Shivpuri to Rishikesh
- Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat, standing in the crowd rather than watching it
- Beatles Ashram — the abandoned domes, now covered in murals
- The Neer Garh waterfall walk above Laxman Jhula
- A dawn yoga session with a teacher who has done this for thirty years
Is it right for you?
- Seniors
- Possible for seniors, with care: The rafting run and the cliff jump call for fitness and swimming ability; the evening aarti and yoga session keep a gentler pace for anyone sitting the river ou
- Getting around
- Some walking; Not wheelchair accessible
- Children
- From age 14; Children under 14 cannot join the full rafting run, though the ghat, ashram and waterfall walk suit the rest of the family
- Food
- Vegetarian food served
From our own trip notes. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your dates.
The story
Rishikesh is two towns wearing the same name. One does yoga at six in the morning and eats in silence. The other straps into a raft at Shivpuri and screams through Roller Coaster rapid.
You get both. Mornings on the water, afternoons on the ridge above it, and evenings at Triveni Ghat where a few hundred people sing the river down for the night.
Your journey outline
Each stage can cover one or more days. Tell us what you would change; your final itinerary is agreed before booking.
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Fly to Dehradun, drive down to Rishikesh. Evening at Triveni Ghat for the aarti.
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Shivpuri to Rishikesh — 16km, Grade III, including Roller Coaster and Golf Course. Cliff jump on the way if you want it. Afternoon off.
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Dawn yoga, then the Beatles Ashram murals. Afternoon walk up to Neer Garh waterfall. Laxman Jhula and the cafés after.
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Morning drive to Dehradun and the flight back.
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Inclusions
- Return flights Ahmedabad ↔ Dehradun
- 3 nights riverside, in cottages or a camp depending on season
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- The full 16km rafting run with certified guides, helmets and jackets
- One guided dawn yoga session
- All local transfers
Exclusions
- Lunches
- Bungee jump at Jumpin Heights (book directly with the operator, who confirms the current price)
- Personal camera hire on the raft
- Anything not in inclusions
Know before you go
- Rafting closes in monsoon — roughly late June to early September — for good reason
- You must be able to swim, and under-14s cannot do the full Shivpuri run
- Rishikesh is vegetarian and completely dry; no meat or alcohol anywhere in town
- Carry footwear that can get soaked and still grip wet rock
Policies
Payment policy
Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.
Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.
Every rupee is receipted and the balance date is written on your confirmation.
5% GST applies and is shown in your written quote before you pay.
Confirmation policy
We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and our suppliers have confirmed.
A trip captain is assigned to you by name before you travel.
If we ever cancel a departure ourselves, you choose a full refund or a free date move.
Refund policy
Full refund if you cancel within 48 hours of booking and 30+ days before departure.
Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 7 working days.
Third-party charges already paid on your behalf (visas, permits, non-refundable air) are deducted at cost and shown to you.
Cancellation policy
30+ days before departure: lose only the deposit.
15–29 days: 50% of the package cost.
7–14 days: 75% of the package cost.
Under 7 days or no-show: no refund.
One free date change up to 15 days before departure.
Why book with Travelers Clan
- Your own itinerary. This is a starting point — we agree your route and pace before booking.
- Paperwork guidance. Visa requirements and applicable taxes confirmed in your quote.
- Clear payment terms. Deposit and cancellation conditions set out before payment.
- Know your support. Your final plan confirms local contacts and any guide or trip-captain services.
Before you book
Questions travellers ask
How much does a 4D / 3N Rishikesh & Shivpuri, Uttarakhand trip cost from Ahmedabad?
Rishikesh: River & Ridge starts at ₹13,999 per person for 4D / 3N. GST is added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final private journey quote depends on your dates, group size and agreed hotel choices.
What is included in Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
Included: Return flights Ahmedabad ↔ Dehradun; 3 nights riverside, in cottages or a camp depending on season; Daily breakfast and dinner; The full 16km rafting run with certified guides, helmets and jackets; One guided dawn yoga session; All local transfers.
What is not included in Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
Not included: Lunches; Bungee jump at Jumpin Heights (book directly with the operator, who confirms the current price); Personal camera hire on the raft; Anything not in inclusions.
How many days is Rishikesh: River & Ridge, and can the itinerary be changed?
4D / 3N in Rishikesh & Shivpuri, Uttarakhand. The itinerary is a starting point. Request changes to the route and pace; your final plan is agreed before booking.
What should I know before booking Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
Rafting closes in monsoon — roughly late June to early September — for good reason. You must be able to swim, and under-14s cannot do the full Shivpuri run. Rishikesh is vegetarian and completely dry; no meat or alcohol anywhere in town. Carry footwear that can get soaked and still grip wet rock.
What is the cancellation policy for Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
30+ days before departure: lose only the deposit. 15–29 days: 50% of the package cost. 7–14 days: 75% of the package cost. Under 7 days or no-show: no refund. One free date change up to 15 days before departure.
Is Rishikesh: River & Ridge suitable for seniors or elderly parents?
It can suit seniors, with some care. The rafting run and the cliff jump call for fitness and swimming ability; the evening aarti and yoga session keep a gentler pace for anyone sitting the river ou. Some walking. Not wheelchair accessible.
Can children do Rishikesh: River & Ridge, and is there a minimum age?
Children from age 14 can join. Children under 14 cannot join the full rafting run, though the ghat, ashram and waterfall walk suit the rest of the family.
Is vegetarian or Jain food available on Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
Vegetarian food served. Tell your captain your food needs when you enquire.
Is Rishikesh: River & Ridge indoors or outdoors?
It is outdoors, so plan around the heat and the weather.
How do I book Rishikesh: River & Ridge?
Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.
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