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Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Rishikesh

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Rishikesh that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Guided sunrise trek to Kunjapuri Temple in Rishikesh, Rishikesh1

    1. Guided sunrise trek to Kunjapuri Temple in Rishikesh

    5.0· 2 reviews· 7 hours

    Early morning trek includes private drive to Kunjapuri Temple, sunrise views of the Himalayas, and blessings from the goddess, followed by a nature walk.

  2. Mini Gartang Gali half-day trekking tour in Rishikesh, Rishikesh2

    2. Mini Gartang Gali half-day trekking tour in Rishikesh

    5.0· 1 reviews· 5 hours

    Three to four hours of trekking with transfers — enjoy the natural beauty of Uttarakhand, guided by a professional through forests and villages.

  3. Wildlife open jeep safari in Ranipur Zone, Rajaji National Park, Rishikesh3

    3. Wildlife open jeep safari in Ranipur Zone, Rajaji National Park

    5.0· 1 reviews· 6.5 hours

    Three hours in an open jeep across Ranipur Zone — a chance to spot leopards and tigers in diverse natural landscapes.

  1. Camping in Rishikesh — 1 night, 2 days, Rishikesh4

    4. Camping in Rishikesh — 1 night, 2 days

    5.0· 41 reviews· 30.5 hours

    Two days of outdoor camping 21 km from Rishikesh, including nature walks, local village exploration, and bonfires in the Himalayan foothills.

  2. Benog Tibba day hike from Mussoorie, Rishikesh5

    5. Benog Tibba day hike from Mussoorie

    5.0· 40 reviews· 4 hours

    Six hours of hiking in dense forests — stunning mountain views and diverse flora and fauna near Mussoorie.

  3. Heritage walk to George Everest House and Peak, Rishikesh6

    6. Heritage walk to George Everest House and Peak

    5.0· 60 reviews· 3 hours

    Two hours of guided walking through Mussoorie — visit George Everest House and hike to the summit of Everest Peak for panoramic views.

  4. Guided walking tour of Landour and Mussoorie, Rishikesh7

    7. Guided walking tour of Landour and Mussoorie

    5.0· 81 reviews

    Two to three-hour guided tour — a 3-km walk along the Landour Mall road, exploring local history and scenic vistas at 7200 ft.

  5. Top Tibba trek from Mussoorie, Rishikesh8

    8. Top Tibba trek from Mussoorie

    4.9· 64 reviews· 4 hours

    An energising day hike to Top Tibba, 8,500 ft high, featuring panoramic views of the Himalayas and local wildlife within the scenic forest.

  6. Nagtibba Trek — a weekend hike from Dehradun, Rishikesh9

    9. Nagtibba Trek — a weekend hike from Dehradun

    4.7· 19 reviews· 2 days

    Two days and 20 kilometres — an easy trek through forests and open fields, suitable for beginners looking to enjoy the Himalayan scenery.

  7. Walking tour of Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh, Rishikesh10

    10. Walking tour of Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh

    4.4· 17 reviews

    Two to three hours of walking — guided tour of the Beatles Ashram, including insights into its spiritual history.

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