Visit to Neer Garh Waterfall, Rishikesh

In my previous blogs, I shared my experience visiting the Beatles Ashram and the 60’s cafe. The next day, early morning, we decided to go to Neer Garh Waterfall. No big plan. Just a random thought that a waterfall would feel nice. The trek to reach it is short, a little tiring, but manageable, with construction going on. One needs to pay a minimal entry fee.

The steps were stony with trees all around, small stalls selling chai and maggi, and the sound of water kept getting louder as you walked.

We stopped a few times on the way. To breathe, to look around, and let's be honest, to just exist for a bit.

And then you see it, Water flowing with full force, clear and cold. Nothing fancy. Nothing extra. Just nature being honest. The water was a little bit freezing, but once you’re in, you don’t want to get out.

We stopped by to have maggi and tea, you know, mountain essentials. People were laughing, some sitting quietly on rocks. Everyone felt real there. No rush. No pretending. We sat near the water for a long time, doing nothing. Watching the flow. Letting our thoughts slow down.

That’s what Neer Garh waterfalldoes. It doesn’t try to impress you. It just gives you a pause.

Rishikesh has many sides. Temples, cafés, adventure, crowds, waterfalls. If you’re planning a trip to Rishikesh, do visit Neer Garh waterfall. Take your time. Sit quietly. Let the water do its thing.