Rajaji National Park
Founded in 1966, the Rajaji National Park and its magnificent ecosystem is settled in the lush green Shivalik Ranges. The Flora of the area comprises of a broadleaf mixed forest, chirping forest and the lush Shivalik ranges. The Park has 23 species of mammals and 315 avifauna here. Names after the Late Shri. C Rajagopalachari, the best season to visit is from November to Mid-June.
Rishikesh and Haridwar, on the banks of the Ganga, are religious sites for Hindus. The Beatles came here in search of succor in the 1970s, Hindus come here in search of salvation and to immerse the ashes of their dead, tourists from the West flock here even today on a spiritual journey, to practice yoga and meditate at the many ashrams in these holy towns. Both places are no more than an hour and a half’s drive from Dehradun.
Things to do around Dehradun
• Find out what it's like in the middle of an dense Alpine at just 2Km walk
from Cabana Affair.
• Stroll around the oragnic Farms, showcasing the best of Uttarakhand
produce.
• Saunter through Shenshahi Trek, then admire old Birtish trek to
Mussoorie.
• Take a guided bicycle tour of Dehradun city.
• Explore the FRI Museum, Acheological Survey of India including the
Mindrolling Monastery.
• Take a ride down to the iconic Robber Cave or explore the Dehradun
zoo.
• Soak in the warm sulphur springs at Sahastradhara, enjoy the relaxing
environs.
• Discover Mussoorie from up high with the Hassle Free Ropeway to
Gunhill and walk down the scenic track to the city of Mussoorie.
• Ride the Tehri Lake in a jet boat, Canoeing, Rowing can be fun too;
pickups are available from Cabana Affair.
