Shivpuri

Shivpuri is situated 19 km away from Rishikesh, on the National Highway between Rishikesh and Patisira. As the name suggests, Shivpuri is the abode of Lord Shiva and is renowned for its temple. Apart from this, Shivpuri offers various opportunities for indulging in sports like river rafting, rock climbing cliff jumping & rappelling. Excellent safety standards & trained guides are available for the convenience of the visitors.

Shivpuri is 16 KMS away from Lakshman Jhula. Shivpuri Rishikesh is known for its river rafting activity. The ganga river flows just beside Shivpuri. The flow of the river is very heavy and there are enormous rapids which attract the adventure loving community. The river bank is surrounded by mountains which makes the whole atmosphere awesome. This is the ideal place for starting the river rafting.

Shivpuri is famous for its various camps. There are many camping sites along the River Ganga. Shivpuri Rishikesh is ideal for rafting and rock climbing and rappelling. The camping sites provide a very beautiful view of mountain and river. The view is great especially during sunrise and sunset. Must visit with friends for camping very enjoyable and adventurous. Have a great view of starry sky at night while sitting on the banks of Ganga.

The Shivpuri trail of Ganges breaks out five rapids which are extremely adventuring for a newbie at rafting. The trail is all around accompanied by forest from either sides. One may spot birds sitting on the rocky edges. The level of the thrill experienced is memorable.
Rishikesh beauty can high your adrenaline and push you to do the adventure and not only this there are many things you can do in Rishikesh. There are lots of hidden adventures in Rishikesh.

Rafting from Shivpuri
Shivpuri is most famous as the hub of River Rafting in Rishikesh.Fun during rafting from Shivpuri It is the starting point of the most sought after River Rafting trip in North India. Rafting from Shivpuri is the Standard and most ideal River Rafting stretch in Rishikesh. Rafting from Shivpuri till Laxman Jhula is a 16 kms rafting stretch and covers some of the most exciting Grade III, IV Rapids in approximately 3 hours. This adventurous trip covers exciting rapids like roller coaster, golf course, club house, etc. and activities like Body surfing and Cliff jumping also.

Rafting season in Shivpuri starts in Mid-September and ends in June. Shivpuri Rafting is ideal for non-swimmers as there are still water patches or "recovery pools" after the major rapids, this ensures your safety by making rescue easy even if the raft flips over. Rafting from Shivpuri is an adventurous experience specially for first-timers. Shivpuri Rafting trip can be enjoyed by friends, families, college groups, corporate groups and everyone aged 14 years and over. Shivpuri rafting is an adventurous experience and less risky compared to other river rafting trips in Rishikesh which tend to be quite tiring.