Waterfall and Beaches Experience
Here’s a complete travel-friendly guide to Rishikesh covering waterfalls, beaches, Bajrang Setu, Vashishtha Gufa, Beatles Ashram, Mini Gartang Gali — with distances from Rishikesh Bus Station, specialties, timings, parking, plus a Bluemoon Holidays profile at the end
Specialties at a Glance
Waterfalls — Natural cascades, trekking options, refreshing spots during monsoon.
Beaches — Sandy Ganga riverbanks for chilling, picnics & sunset views.
Bajrang Setu — New architectural bridge with glass walk for panoramic views.
Beatles Ashram — Historic meditation site with murals, art & tranquility.
Vashishtha Gufa — Spiritual cave meditation.
Mini Gartang Gali — Cliffside scenic walkway for nature lovers.
Overview
(Approx — road distances as per travel charts)
| Spot | Distance |
|---|---|
| Neer Garh Waterfall | ~6–7 km |
| Phool Chatti Waterfall | ~8–9 km |
| Garud Chatti | ~9 km |
| Patna Waterfall | ~9–11 km |
| Beatles Ashram | ~12–14 km |
| Vashishtha Gufa | ~20–22 km |
| Kunjapuri / Himshail area | ~25–26 km |
| Shivpuri / Nim Beach | ~16–18 km |
Most nature spots require roadside or paid parking near trailheads.
Waterfalls often have small local parking lots — arrive early on weekends.
Beaches near Laxman/Ram Jhula have roadside and cafe parking with walking access.
For farther spots like Vashishtha Gufa or Kunjapuri, rent a scooter/car for comfort.
River Rafting & Rapids: From gentle stretches to white-water thrills (Shivpuri & Marine Drive starts).
Camping: Riverside tents & bonfire experiences around Shivpuri, with scenic river views.
Adventure & Transfers: Logistics support, guided rafting, camping gear, local transport assistance.
📍 Location
Located in Badal, Rishikesh (Shivpuri area) — great base for rafting + nature experiences.
📞 Contact & Booking
Phone: +91-7454039826
Website: bluemoonholiday.in
🚗 Nearby Distance
From Rishikesh Bus Stand: ~18–20 km to Shivpuri area (rafting start points / camps).
🅿️ Parking & Access
Parking available at camp sites and rafting start points; easy access via taxi/auto.
Waterfalls Around Rishikesh
🌿 1. Neer Garh Waterfall
📍 About 6–7 km from Rishikesh Bus Station (near Tapovan/Laxman Jhula)
🚶 Access: Short uphill walk/trek from a parking point.
⭐ Best for: Swimming, natural pools & nature photography.
⏰ Best visiting season: June–September (monsoon) for strong flow.
🅿️ Parking: Available near base of trail.
🌿 2. Himshail Waterfall (Kunjapuri Route)
📍 Roughly 10 km from the bus stand toward Kunjapuri Trail
🚶 2 km forest trek from the road leading to Kunjapuri Temple.
⭐ Best for: Peaceful waterfall & forest vibe along Kunjapuri hike.
🅿️ Parking near Kunjapuri access road.
🌿 3. Patna Waterfall
📍 ~13 km from the bus station on Neelkanth Temple Road
🥾 Trek of ~1.5 km through forest trail.
⭐ Best for: Photography, calmer atmosphere, fewer crowds.
🌿 4. Phool Chatti Waterfall
📍 ~7 km from Rishikesh Bus Station
🥾 10 min easy walk from Phool Chatti settlement.
⭐ Best for: Flat waterfall and mossy, flower-lined scenery.
🌿 5. Garud Chatti Waterfall (Upper Trail)
📍 ~5–6 km from Bus Stand (near Garud Chatti Temple)
🥾 Short uphill trail to a secluded cascade.
⭐ Best for light trekking + quiet nature time.
🌿 6. Gular Dogra & Nilgiri (Deep Trek Spots)
📍 ~30+ km from Rishikesh Bus Station
🥾 Longer forest treks; ideal for experienced hikers and adventure seekers.
🏖️ Beaches & Riverside Spots
Rishikesh isn’t coastal — its “beaches” are sandy riverbanks alongside the sacred Ganga where people relax, picnic, or enjoy sunsets.
🌅 Goa Beach
📍 Near the old Lakshman Jhula / Ram Jhula area.
⭐ Best for: Beautiful white-sand riverside picnic spot.
🅿️ Parking: Near Jhula side roads.
🌅 Ganga Beach
📍 At Ganga ghats close to Ram Jhula on the river bank.
⭐ Best for: Easy walk from central Rishikesh; peaceful riverside views.
🌅 Shivpuri & Nim Beach
📍 ~16–18 km from Rishikesh, famous for riverside camping and water sports.
⭐ Best for: Camping, rafting endpoints, bonfires & sandy beaches.
🌉 Bajrang Setu — Rishikesh’s New Landmark
📍 In Tapovan area, built to replace historic Lakshman Jhula (closed for safety).
🏗️ India’s first glass suspension bridge over the Ganga.
📏 Length ~132 m, width ~8 m, glass footpaths for river views.
🚶♂️ Great for: Panoramic Ganges vistas, sunrise/sunset photography.
🅿️ Parking: Near Bridge approaches and nearby cafe areas.
🕉️ Vashishtha Gufa (Vashishta Cave)
📍 About 25 km from Rishikesh Bus Station on Rishikesh–Badrinath Road.
🛕 Ancient meditation cave where Sage Vashishta is believed to have meditated.
🕐 Timings: Typically day-time (check local temple board).
🅿️ Parking: Yes, near Gufa entrance; cave reached by steps.
🎸 Beatles Ashram
(Also known as Chaurasi Kutia — Chaurasi Meditation Cottages)
📍 ~12–13 km from Rishikesh Bus Station
🧘♂️ Timings: ~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily (subject to seasonal change).
💛 Entry Fee: Varies by nationality — usually around ₹200 for Indians & higher for foreigners.
⭐ Speciality: Beatles history murals, meditation huts, art & nature trail.
🅿️ Parking: Available close to ashram entry road; often paid or roadside.
🪵 Mini Gartang Gali
📍 ~8 km from town base (toward hills above Rishikesh)
🥾 A narrow wooden cliff walkway offering sweeping views; great for photos and short hikes.
🅿️ Parking near trail start; continues on foot.
