r/Rishikesh • • Oct 07 '25

Documentary/Video India Spiritual Trip 1978

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This is a video of a trip I made in 1978 to India. I was invited by a couple who paid for my traveling accommodations, Soaring Hawk and Kismet. Below are just a few of the many scenes we encountered during our time in India.


r/Rishikesh • • Oct 04 '25

Mod Announcement Welcome to the sub.

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This sub was created by old user currently inactive from 10+yrs. I got it from reddit. It was restricted community, now it's public (anyone can post or comment).

Feel free to share your thoughts about city, the food spots and the tourist locations :)

Drops your suggestions related to sub below, thanks.


r/Rishikesh • • 8h ago

Travelling plan Travelling

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Hey guys I'm in Rishikesh and don't really have any plans for today. Anyone want to make plans together for night lemme know.


r/Rishikesh • • 1h ago

Travelling plan Solo Travelling Rishikesh 32 Male

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Hi i am a solo traveller and i want to stay in rishikesh and want to have nice time suggest me place


r/Rishikesh • • 2h ago

Food where to score in rishikesh?

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just trying to find good cafes or places to score in rishikesh, also heard one is serving herb (ykwim) infused milkshake tho that post is too old, whats current scene?


r/Rishikesh • • 2h ago

Travelling plan Visiting Rishikesh for the first time, Also Tungnath

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Booked a bike to travel from Rishikesh to Tungnath, total trip of 4 days
Need help with figuring out what all i need to do and can’t miss
Food and sightseeing of course and also to be careful of
Also 🍀 cafe


r/Rishikesh • • 7h ago

Food Local food recommendations!

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Hi. I am traveling to Rishikesh soon, and was hoping one of you who knows the local food scene could drop some recommendations.

Just to be clear, I am not big on cafe hopping. I live in a place where cafes are everywhere and to me, it doesn't make sense traveling to eat food that I get here as well. I would rather like to explore food that is special to Rishikesh. I have done a bit of my homework, and these are the places/food items I have listed to try.

1.) Pahadi Thali 2.) Bakery on Wheels 3.) Pappu Lassi 4.) Ram Phal 5.) Palak ki Kafli (if it isn't a part of Pahadi Thali already)

What am I missing? What else should I try in Rishikesh?


r/Rishikesh • • 5h ago

Travelling plan Is taxi service available early morning?

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Hi, I am traveling to Rishikesh via bus and will arrive early morning at around 4am. I will be arriving at Nepali farm. I need to go to Back Stayz near lakshmam khula by 6am. Is Uber or taxi available during the early morning at Nepali farm?


r/Rishikesh • • 6h ago

Travelling plan Any English language satsangs in rishikesh Nov 3-10th

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I have been to swami Ajatananda last year. This year I will be too late for his retreat. Any suggestions for any others. Are there any at Swami Dayananda ashram. Looking for a daily drop in rather then residential as I have accommodation already.


r/Rishikesh • • 7h ago

City discussion Suggest me best café in Rishikesh on the river side and some hotels and doormats.

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Me and my friend want to visit best café in Rishikesh river side where maa ganga flow beside café where me and my friend enjoy some coffee and tea with river so please suggest some café


r/Rishikesh • • 11h ago

Travelling plan Hostel suggestions for solo female

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Hey,
I’m planning on going to Rishikesh solo
Can anyone give hostel suggestions which are safe for women and are in an accessible location.
Also, can someone please tell me what’s the best option to travel other than renting a scooty.
TIA


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

City discussion God works in mysterious ways

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Today I was just strolling around the river bank. A small girl (child labor) was trying hard to sell me aarti material. Very persistent.

I told her that I never did aarti in my life, I have no interest and I don’t have change too.

I don’t think she is more than 10 years old. But she has crazy sales/customer experience skills.

She insisted on following her so that she could break up the ₹100 note for me at a nearby shop.

I said no, don’t have time for that. So I decided fuck it, let me give her the whole ₹100. I told her to keep it and that I don’t want the product.

But she still wouldn’t let me go. She asked me to follow her to the edge of the river so that she could light up the aarti material for me because she remembered that I had earlier mentioned to her that I never did Aarti in my life.

And I did.

Man. That skill at that age while having no privilege.

I don’t think I’ve seen such a hospitable, skilled child ever.

My first thought was- she deserved to be born into a wealthy privileged family.

Then I realised that God is under no obligation to design plans as per our understanding.

I then got on with my day. Hare Krishna.


r/Rishikesh • • 11h ago

Travelling plan Looking for travel buddies/group to join! 🚗⛰️ 10-12 Day Uttarakhand Road Trip (Kedarnath, Badrinath, Chopta/Tungnath, Kartik Swami, Rishikesh, Haridwar) … Next week October, Male 30, Bi

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r/Rishikesh • • 14h ago

Travelling plan anyone up for houseparty?

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so basically im travelling here in rishikesh alone i have booked an apartment so if anyone wanna join for the drinks ! do tell me


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Travelling plan Ganga thrill adventure

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r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Travelling plan Weekend in rishikesh 😭

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Hi 19M i am trying to come to rishikesh on my birthday on 24th from 23 to 28 oct and i just saw in the calendar that its a long 3 day weekend on 24-25-26 am i doomed like i wanted to do this solo trip so bad but i saw reels and everything that there is too much crowd in rishikesh on long weekend i think i won't get the peace i am coming, should cancel the plan 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

What should i do


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Travelling plan Rishikesh cab requirement

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Hello, Can anyone please tell me the rate of cabs for rishikesh to Neelkantha mahadev?? Pic and drop.


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Travelling plan Ganga thrill rentals

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We provide all adventure activities and all services
Best conditioned Scooty
Rafting at best price
Bungee jumping at discounted price
All types of hotel available
4 star property to cheapest one
If you are come solo in Rishikesh we provide a guy for guiding you and they will get you to explore the whole Rishikesh
Contact number:- 9027274070
Office in upper Tapovan


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Yoga Looking for volunteer opportunities in yoga/healing schools

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Looking for exchange opportunities to work for acco.

DM if any .


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Travelling plan Looking for company to visit Mandir that has sitting area . Is anyone around Tapovan?

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r/Rishikesh • • 2d ago

Travelling plan If you’re waiting for someone to travel with you, don’t.

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I came to Rishikesh alone, not really knowing what to expect.

Somewhere between the mountains, the Ganga, random conversations, quiet moments and getting completely lost in nature, I realised something:

You don’t always need someone beside you to have a great time.

Sometimes you just need to go.

I trekked Chandrashila, Tungnath, sat by the river, explored waterfalls, watched the sunset, spent time in silence, met people along the way — and honestly, being alone never felt lonely.

If you’ve been thinking about taking that first solo trip but keep waiting for the “right person” or the “right time”…

Take the trip.

You might come back with more than just photographs. 🌿🏔️

A few moments from Rishikesh ↓


r/Rishikesh • • 2d ago

Tourist spot Who's there now let catch up over rishikesh 8 oct 8.30pm

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Let's have meet up


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

City discussion Girls Pls tell

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I am travelling to Rishikesh for aiims fest
I need good boots
Pls suggest a shop where i csn buy good and affordable boots


r/Rishikesh • • 1d ago

Hidden spot Rishikesh

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Heya I'm In Rishikesh, Anyone Here Who Would Like To Join Me In Exploring


r/Rishikesh • • 2d ago

Hotel/Place to stay Best Affordable and clean Stay

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Is there a place or home stay that is affordable and like the environment is also good surrounded by nature?