A Boat in sunset near a forent in risikesh

Yoga and Camping

Blissful Nights by the Ganges

By Shubhankar Pandey
Published October 30,2023

Introduction

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of daily life? If so, you're not alone. Many people seek ways to find peace and relaxation. Rishikesh, a beautiful place in India, offers a unique combination of camping, yoga, and meditation that can help you reconnect with your soul and find yourself.

Pickup From Delhi

Pickup point and drop point will be Delhi

Begin this wonderful trek from Delhi. Get aboard the AC Volvo Bus at around 10:30 P.m. which will take you to Rishikesh by morning. Overnight journey in the bus.

At kashmere gate metro station

Pickup From Rishikesh

Pickup point and drop point will be Rishikesh

Private or public transportation is easily available to reach Rishikesh. Arrive before 11.00am or 1 day before designated date and get camp stay.

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Camp Details

Camp Occurence

First Session: Early Jan to Early June

Secong Session: Late August to Late December

Item Provided

1. Sunscreen and SunGlasses

2. Yoga Mat and Streching Band

3. Breakfast, lunch, Dinner and in between snacks

4. Cook-Book for home

5. Stay in Camp

How to reach

The location of the camp is Rishikesh, which is 5.3 km from Natraj Chowk. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport which is 20.8 km from Rishikesh. Private or public transportation is easily available to reach Rishikesh.

Arrival At Rishkesh

From Delhi:

Pickup will be one day before camp start at 10.30 pm in Delhi. Where you will get picked up in ac volvo bus.

From Rishikesh:

Pickup will be on the day of camp in rishikesh in designated location(Will be provided before hand depending on the circumstances) at 11.00am.

Day 1 : Transfer to Camp

Transfer to Camp | Witness the beautiful Trayambakeshwar Temple

Wake up amidst the mountains as you reach Rishikesh in the morning.

After reaching, get transferred to Camp. Freshen up and get ready for walk around lakshman jhula and visit mighty triambakeshwar temple and after temple visit lsee amazing ganga arti in the ganges

Come back to camp and end the day with campfire and vegan or vegitarian food.

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Day 2 : Perform Yoga and Meditation in the Camp

Perform Yoga and Meditation in the Camp | Experience the beauty of Kanjapuri Devi Temple with a short trek

Wake up early in the morning(5:00AM) & soak your eyes with the beautiful sunrise views, peeping from the mountains.

Before Having Breakfast Perform Half and Hour Meditation And 90 mins of Hatha Yoga.

Have breakfast and begin with your trek for Kunjapuri Temple. Moderate level trek with very senic view in rishiksh. You will be taken to the main gate of the temple from where your trek will begin. Meet your guide there and begin your 300 stairs long climb to the top with your trek buddies. Enjoy beautiful views at this soft and scenic trek and reach the top.

Visit the temple, make offerings, and savor beautiful views of the green hills. On the way back to Rishikesh, you'll pass through villages, fields, and forests where you might see Himalayan wildlife. The trip ends at Neergaddu Waterfall, where you can relax in the misty beauty before a short walk to your ride back to Camp.

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Day 3 :Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Trek

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Perform Yoga and Meditation in the Camp | Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Trek in Rishikesh

Physical Activity like trek along with yoga and meditation help simulate both body and mind

Wake up early in the morning(5:00AM) & soak your eyes with the beautiful sunrise views, peeping from the mountains.

Embark on a journey through mountains and forests, enjoying scenic views and encountering wildlife as you make your way to a temple. After your temple visit, a vehicle will take you to Pramartha Niketan, where you can witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony once more. Later, you'll return to the campsite, where you can have dinner under the open sky, gathered around a campfire.

Day 4 :Ashram Visit and Market Sovnier Shooping

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Ashram Visit and Market Sovnier Shooping

Wake up early in the morning(5:00AM) & soak your eyes with the beautiful sunrise views, peeping from the mountains.

Before Having Breakfast Perform Half and Hour Meditation And 90 mins of Hatha Yoga.

After doing yoga, we will take you to various Indian Aashrams in Indian Traditional clothing, which we'll provide as a little gift. When you visit these Aashrams, you'll learn about spirituality with music and dance associated with it. Afterward, we'll head to the Lakshman Jhula market, where you can buy souvenirs of your choice. Finally, we'll finish the day with the Ganga Aarti ceremony, and then we'll pick you up and transfer you to Delhi overnight or the hotel you prefer.

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Conclusion

The mountains near Rishikesh are like a magical place for you to find inner peace. Whether you're new to yoga or love the outdoors, this is the perfect spot. Combining yoga and camping helps you find peace while you explore. So, pack your bags, get ready for an awesome journey, and discover your inner peace in the incredible mountains of Uttarakhand.