Trekking & Adventure

Explore the trails and thrills of Dehradun

Trekking Routes

Nag Tibba Trek

Pantwari Village → Nag Tibba Summit

EASY

The highest peak of the lower Himalayas in Garhwal region, offering panoramic views of Bandarpoonch, Kedarnath, and Chanabang peaks. Accessible weekend trek from Dehradun.

16 km
Distance
2 days
Duration
3,022 m
Max Altitude
No
Permit Required
Best Months: March, April, May, October, November, December
Est. Cost: 3000-5000 INR per person (guided)

Highlights

Panoramic Himalayan viewsNag Tibba temple at base campDense oak and rhododendron forestsSnow trekking in winter

George Everest Peak Trek

Park Estate, Mussoorie → George Everest Peak

EASY

A short trek to the house and laboratory of Sir George Everest, former Surveyor General of India, offering stunning views of the Doon Valley and Aglar River valley.

6 km
Distance
1 days
Duration
2,290 m
Max Altitude
No
Permit Required
Best Months: March, April, May, October, November
Est. Cost: 500-1000 INR (self-guided)

Highlights

Historic George Everest house ruins360-degree views of Doon ValleySunset viewpointEasy access from Mussoorie

Benog Tibba Wildlife Sanctuary Trek

Cloud's End, Mussoorie → Benog Tibba

MODERATE

A moderate trek through dense forests near Mussoorie, passing through the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary known for rare Himalayan birds including the mountain quail.

10 km
Distance
1 days
Duration
2,290 m
Max Altitude
No
Permit Required
Best Months: April, May, October, November
Est. Cost: 500-1500 INR (self-guided)

Highlights

Benog Wildlife SanctuaryRare Himalayan bird speciesDense oak and deodar forestsViews of Yamuna and Aglar valleys

Adventure Activities

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White Water Rafting at Rishikesh

rafting

World-class river rafting on the Ganges from Shivpuri to Rishikesh. Multiple rapids of Grade 3-4 difficulty available, just 43 km from Dehradun.

Location Shivpuri, Rishikesh
Season September to June
Price 800-3500 INR per person
Operators:
Red Chilli Adventure 9756200441
Jumpin Heights 8191900009

Camping at Kanatal

camping

Scenic camping in the forests near Kanatal, about 78 km from Dehradun. Surrounded by apple orchards and dense deodar forests at 2590m altitude.

Location Kanatal, Tehri Garhwal
Season March to June, September to November
Price 1500-5000 INR per person per night
Operators:
Camp Carnival Kanatal 9897345678
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Bungee Jumping at Rishikesh

bungee jumping

India's highest bungee jumping at 83 meters, operated by Jumpin Heights near Rishikesh. Just an hour's drive from Dehradun.

Location Mohan Chatti, Rishikesh
Season Year-round (except monsoon)
Price 3550 INR per person
Operators:
Jumpin Heights 8191900009