The Kanatal Resort and Spa is located on the very fringe of the Himalayan peaks. There are no clubs, bars, shops or restaurants nearby, but the secluded resort is surrounded by nature's beauty. Yoga and meditation classes are available, while the spa offers treatments based on Indian philosophies dating back 700 years, as well as an indoor pool and sauna. The resort also offers several organized excursions to places of interest, such as the Surkhanda Devi Temple, the Tehri Dam and nearby Mussoorie. For the more adventurous, available activities include rock-climbing and valley crossing, where a distance of 90 feet is covered in seconds on a single rope.
Located in Rishikesh, approximately 14 miles from Tehri, the Explore Himalayas Resort is situated in the Himalayan foothills and surrounded by forests. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the wide range of rare birds and flowers, while sporting enthusiasts can take advantage of the resort's position near Himalayan trekking routes. The resort is also en-route to the famous shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath. The resort offers organized activities such as sight-seeing tours and visits to Rishikesh market, jungle walks, water sports, rock-climbing, paragliding, yoga and meditation classes; all of these activities need to be booked in advance.
Just over 18 miles from Tehri in Brahmpuri, Rishikesh, Rainforest House is situated in a valley on the bank of the river Ganges, surrounded by mountains. The guest house offers visitors a setting in which to relax, enjoy nature and swim, with meditation and yoga classes available. Rainforest House is also happy to host spiritual retreats. The rooms are designed to feel rustic, with no television or phones. No alcohol is allowed on the premises and all food served is vegetarian.
The Sarovar Portico Hotel is located amidst the Himalayas in the pilgrimage town of Badrinath, approximately 24 miles from Tehri. The hotel is the first of its kind in this religious town and offers views of the nearby Badrinath Temple and valley. Badrinath is one of the most revered places in India, and the Badrinath Temple attracts many visitors and pilgrims. Other temples in Badrinath include Yogathyan Badri, Bhavishya Badri, Preetha Badri and Adi Badri. The nearby Vyas Caves are popular with tourists and there are also hot water springs, such as the famous Tapt Kund and Srya Kund, believed to have medicinal properties.
