Rishikesh is famous for the pilgrim centres and gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Rishikesh makes quiet a good option for all those adventure lovers who are looking forward to experience river rafting in the Ganges.

The suitable period for river rafing depends on the adequacy of water volume. Thus September-November and March-April-May are most appropriate. Most of the river established river camps near the on the Ganges above Rishikesh operate from the end of September to mid-December, and from mid-February until late April.