4 Hikes in Rishikesh to Plan a Trip Around

1.Har Ki dun Trek by Himalaya Shelter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $231Our pick

You’ll travel from Dehradun to Sankri, then trek through Osla and Kalkatidhar to Har Ki Dun at 3,510 metres. A guide, cook, meals, tents, sleeping gear, forest fees, and transport are included. Guides may include experienced leaders such as Surendra, Sonu, or Rocky, depending on the departure.

“Truly helpful organizers. Tasty delicious food & snacks. Sleeping bags & tents perfectly made so that even -10°C is manageable. Great transport & mule support. An experience that makes one look forward to many such experiences in the future.”

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2.Top Tibba Trek – Mussoorie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $33

Join a guided four-hour hike from Mall Road to Top Tibba, one of the highest peaks near Mussoorie at about 8,500 feet. Your trek instructor leads you through forest, pauses for views, and carries a first aid kit. Rohit has also helped arrange post-hike transport, though rides are not included.

“Enjoyed the hike with Rohit. He is knowledgeable about the area, fauna, fowl, and trekking practices and safety. He was well prepared for our trip and took our capabilities and experience as avid hikers into account for our trek. He helped arrange a ride and we even paid a little extra for the driver to help us explore town after the hike. Great experience”

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3.Hathipaown Heritage Walk – A guided walk to Mini Everest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $16Best value

Meet your guide at Seegreen Cafe in Hathipaon and walk through the George Everest House estate toward Everest Peak. Rohit or Yash may lead the route, sharing local history, plants, wildlife, geography, and landmark stories. Plan on about 4 kilometers round trip, a steady uphill walk, park fees, and excellent Mussoorie views.

“Our Yash guide was an amazing story teller. He told us about the history, neighbouring cities, cuisines, places to visit and the significance of local landmarks. We were really happy with the hike.”

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4.Chopta Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $201

Spend four days trekking the Himalayan foothills from Rishikesh with a private guide, family homestays, one campground night, and all meals. Visit Devprayag, walk to Deoria Tal, pass through Rohini Bugyal, and climb to Tungnath and Chandrashilla for sunrise. Guide Ankush has earned praise for his good humor and local insight.

“A great few days exploring the Himalayas. Absolutely stunning scenery and lovely trekking. I would highly recommend Mapping the Himalayas as a tour company. My guide Ankush was great - very fun and knowledgeable. The homestays were great and full of warm and friendly people.”

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