Hi,
I came 2 days ago. It rained heavily, then cleared yesterday and I was super happy and explored a bit until it started raining again today and I am stuck again, anyone else here?🫠
Spotted in rishikesh.
I'll be visiting Rishikesh on 24-26th August. I've been seeing a lot of reels on instagram claiming the ghats are submerged due to rising levels of maa Ganga these days. Can anyone please confirm how is the weather there? And if the ghats are truly submerged will I be able to see Ganga aarti at all?
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seems pretty interesting to me.
I’m saying this as someone who lives in Rishikesh, not as a tourist who visited for a weekend.
I know tourism is important for the city. It provides jobs, supports local businesses, hotels, cafés, rafting operators, drivers, shopkeepers and thousands of families. I’m not against tourists coming to Rishikesh.
But the sheer volume of tourism we’re seeing now is becoming unsustainable.
Every weekend, the city feels like it’s being overwhelmed. Roads are jammed, parking is a nightmare, traffic is everywhere, and places that were once peaceful are packed with people. The pressure on water, waste management, roads and basic infrastructure is becoming impossible to ignore.
And then there’s the environment.
Rishikesh is famous because of the Ganga, the forests, the mountains and the relatively peaceful way of life here. Yet we increasingly see plastic and garbage around popular spots, people treating the river and surrounding areas like disposable picnic grounds, unnecessary noise, reckless driving and a general lack of respect for the place they’ve come to enjoy.
What frustrates me most is the feeling that the city is being expected to accommodate unlimited tourism without the infrastructure to support it.
Tourism shouldn’t mean that locals have to sacrifice their quality of life.
I shouldn’t need to plan my day around tourist traffic just to cross my own city. I shouldn’t have to see natural spaces deteriorate because there are more visitors than the city can handle. And local residents shouldn’t be treated as an inconvenience in their own hometown.
Maybe the answer isn’t “stop tourists from coming.”
Maybe it’s responsible tourism — better waste management, proper parking, stricter enforcement of littering and traffic rules, protection of sensitive areas, better public transport, and most importantly, some serious discussion about how much tourism Rishikesh can actually sustain.
Tourists, locals, businesses and the government all have a role to play.
Rishikesh isn’t just a tourist destination. It’s someone’s home.
And honestly, right now, a lot of us who live here are wondering how much more the city can take.
Hi!! Me (25f) and my boyfriend (26m) are in Rishikesh this week. Are there any parties/raves happening around here on Thursday(20 aug) or Friday (21 aug)? As we both love techno music so please lmk.
Hello, my first solo trip and I am looking for recommendations to stay for a month in Rishikesh.
Things I need -
Good wifi( reliable wid power back up)
Hill view
Yoga retreats nearby as I will also learn some yoga while staying there
Veg food
Would love to do some volunteering work.
My Budget -
1.For stay it's around 10k-12k(can increase),
2.For food- would love if the place has the facility otherwise cafes/restaurant recommendations are welcome.5k-6k
Travel-
Would love to get some recommendations to travel in or nearby Rishikesh.
My main goal-
Peace of mind, learn solitude.
Reduce daily anxiety.
This would be my first solo trip so Please recommend someplace safe and good🥹.
I am planning to stay in September.
Thanks a lot in advance☺️.
Hi Guys
I want to come visit in Rishikesh soon
I am concerned about the Dengue situation
Because I heard it common in the area
Is it acutely true ??
Hello everyone,
I will be in Rishikesh on Janmashtami.. can anybody suggest where we can participate in the janmashtami celebration.. any ghat or any temple ?
Thank you.
If I visit rishikesh on 29th and 30th, would I be able to partake in the bungee jumping and river rafting activities?
Thank you
Hey
Any localities or people who travelled recently to rishikesh
Are the waterfalls open today and tomorrow?
Finally I did it! 😅 219m bungee jump at Maa Ganga, Devprayag — India’s highest bungee jump!
I wasn’t that scared while getting ready, but the moment I stood at the edge of the platform and looked straight down from the roof, the fear hit me hard. Your brain suddenly realizes, “I’m actually about to jump off this thing.” 😅
Taking that final step was easily the hardest part. I was genuinely terrified at the edge, and then the first 3 seconds of free fall were absolutely terrifying. But after that, something just switched in my head—I stopped being scared and started thoroughly enjoying it.
The free fall actually felt much shorter than I expected. All that anticipation, and then suddenly you’re already bouncing back up.
Edge fear: 10/10.
First 3 seconds: terrifying.
After that: pure adrenaline and fun. 🔥
219m. India’s highest. Done. 🇮🇳
Now I want to try some of the best bungee spots around the world.
Price -7000 INR (roof top jump with video)
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Hi everyone!
I’m graduating from uni in March and I’m thinking of flying to Rishikesh and getting a yoga teacher training in April before I start my next degree or job. How is the weather, crowd and overall vibe in April? Is it too sunny and hot or is it bearable? For context I live in Western Europe and I’m not sure how different the weather would be compared to where I live.
Thanks in advance! Also if anyone has any local tips, please feel free to share them 🫶🏻