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15 kms. from Rishikesh, on the Rishikesh-Badrinath
road, is Shivpuri. The first halt on the Badrinath trek route in the past,
today Shivpuri has turned into a picturesque tourist destination.
Situated on the right bank of the River Ganga, Shivpuri is famous for river
rafting, kayaking and other water sports. |
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GENERAL
INFORMATION
| Altitude : |
350 mts |
| Climate : |
Max. Temp. 400 C & Min. Temp
100 C |
| Rainfall : |
200 cms. annually |
| Season : |
Round the year but for rafting Oct.
to April |
EXCURSIONS
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Rishikesh (15 kms)
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Haridwar (40 kms)
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Deoprayag (55 kms)
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Laxman Jhoola (10 kms)
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Muni-ki-reti (13 kms)
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Swargashram (13 kms)
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Neel Kanth (25 kms)
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Rajaji National Park (30 kms)
ACCESSIBILTY
Rail : Rishikesh Railway Station
is the nearest railway station. Shivpuri is 15 kms. from Rishikesh.
Road : Shivpuri is linked
to all major destinations by an efficient bus service.
ACCOMMODATION
Tourist cottages and private hotels
are available for stay.
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