Rishikesh guide
Packing List
What to pack for Rishikesh
In May, Rishikesh is typically hot, light rain possible (22 to 37°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Rishikesh essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Very light, breathable cotton or linen clothing
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS (7 days)
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- After-sun lotion
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Don't eat meat or drink alcohol in the central pilgrimage areas near the ghats
- Local SIM: Good 4G. Jio and Airtel. No signal mid-river during rafting. Ram Jhula area slightly weaker.