Meditation and Yoga Centres
Rishikesh is called the yoga capital of the world and there are many ashrams in Rishikesh offering courses on meditation, yoga and Hindu philosophy. The hatha yoga and pranayama meditation classes at Sri Ved Niketan Ashram are well known. The Shivananda Ashram, located opposite the Shivananda Jhula, is also popular.White Water Rafting
You negotiate small but exciting rapids in approximately 3 hours (duration and section of the river to be rafted, varies depending on the water level).The grade of rafting is fairly easy, so it can be done almost by any one. Life vests and helmets are provided for safety. The scenery along the rafting course is stunning.
Season: The suitable period for river running depends on the adequacy of water volume. Thus end September to mid-December, and from mid-February until late April is the best rafting season.
