Nestled on the serene banks of the Ganges, just a stone’s throw from the action of Rishikesh, Aranyam River Retreat offers you the rare opportunity to experience the best of both worlds: thrilling adventure and mindful luxury wellness. Here is how you can immerse yourself in adrenaline-pumping activities and retreat into peace, all from one enchanting base.
1. White Water Rafting on the Ganges
Arguably Rishikesh’s most iconic adventure white water rafting promises heartracing excitement from Grade Ito IV rapids. Runs vary in length, whether you choose the 9 km stretch between Rishikesh and Brahmpuri(interestingly km has been a misleading yet made more popular by the new entrants, measure with time being the more correct measure for rafting and trekking since rivers change course and different trails may be taken on a trek), the 16 km Shivpuri route, or the more extended 25 km Rishikesh to Marine Drive with up to 12 rapids .
How Aranyam enhances this: Organise a rafting session through the retreat for easy pick-up and drop-off. After battling the rapids, return to your peaceful riverside premium abode for a relaxing siesta or soothing massage.
2. Cliff Jumping & Body Surfing
For a wild dose of bravery, try cliff jumping – leap from a 30-foot rock into the rushing Ganges. Prefer to ride the currents instead? Body surfing lets you glide down gentler rapids under expert supervision of trained river guides.
Your Aranyam advantage: Choose your thrill level, then cool off by lounging in a hammock or enjoying a barbeque in the evening by the firepit back at the retreat, feeling alive yet completely grounded.
3. Bungee Jumping, Giant Swing & Flying Fox (ZipLine)
Ready to leap into pure exhilaration?
Perfect pairing: Fuel up with wholesome breakfast at the retreat, dive into your chosen activity, then reward yourself with a yoga session, healthy spa, or swim in the retreat’s pool.
4. Rock Climbing, Rappelling & Jumaring
For grounded but intense adventure:
Aranyam’s role: All of these activities are at a stone’s throw proximity of the resort and conducted by certified and expert adventure sports instructors from Treks ‘n Rapids (our official adventure partners) using top grade safety gear.
5. Kayaking & Waterfall Trekking
Aranyam’s perfect sync: Spend a morning on a waterfall trek, then wind down with a nourishing Ayurvedic meal and a session in the retreat’s wellness yoga studio.
6. Trekking & Hiking
For explorers at heart:
Experience It All at Aranyam
Aranyam River Retreat is not just a resort it is a holistic basecamp for both thrill-seekers and seekers of renewal:
Planning Your 3Day AdventureWellness Escape
|
Day |
Morning Adventure |
Afternoon WindDown |
Evening Retreat Ritual |
|
1 |
River rafting + cliff jump |
Poolside tea + yoga |
Spa |
|
2 |
Bungee / Flying Fox / Giant Swing |
Lounge + herbal lunch |
Campfire stories, fireplace |
|
3 |
Waterfall trek |
Pool and lounge |
Hammock reading, ‘donothing’ time |
At Aranyam, every sunrise whispers a choice – plunge into a river of wild exhilaration or drift into a pool of deep calm. From heartstopping bungee jumps to soulsoothing yoga sessions, from conquering cliffs to lounging under Himalayan stars – you are invited to live vividly, breathe deeply, and return utterly transformed.
Let your pulse race and your spirit settle, all within the embrace of Aranyam, and let Rishikesh’s adventures reshuffle your sense of aliveness.
