
Ananda in itself is a retreat. Located in the
Himalayas, is located near the Hindu Holy Cities of Rishikesh & Haridwar.
Swirled in the sacred mists of time, nestled in the Himalayas is Ananda
- a world class spa and resort. Once the residence of the Maharaja of Tehri
Garhwal, the palace and precincts now invite the leisure, life-style and
business traveller.
An exhilarating extension to the Spa are an array of outdoor adventures
and thrilling explorations into the Himalayas, the Ganges and surrounding
National Parks.
Explore
the unbridled wilderness through wind, water and trekking encounters.
Jungle Safari
Venture into
Rajaji National Park, Corbett National Park or Chilla Sanctuary to sight
the big cats, tigers, leopards, panthers, elephants, bears and wild boars.
Bird Watching
Get a
bird`s eye view of the flight of spotted eagles, harrier pigeons. View
water fowl in large numbers as they gather along the Ramganga and Ganges.
Avid birdwatchers can sight upto 300 species of birds.
Trekking in Himalayas
Backpack
through the most sacred and scenic locales known to sages and trekking
gurus. Trek to Gangotri, the birthplace of the Ganges and the picturesque
valley of Flowers.
Mountain Biking Trips
Speed
Along trails that pass waterfalls, rock formations, canyons and gorges.
Summit the peaks with the winds nipping at your heels.
Jogging
Race
along the twists and trails of your track, flanked by the valleys and
mountain peaks. Or make your own path within the lush forests.
White
Water Rafting
Take an exhilarating day trip or a multi
-day expedition and ride the fastest rapids and gradients. Raft through
breathtaking rock canyons and camp on soft silver sand beds at night.
Kayaking
Scuttle
the surface of standing waves, row between rocks and skim riverbeds as you
hone your skills to become a white water paddlecat.
Fishing
& Angling
Bait the mighty 'golden mahasheer' at
Kosi or Ramganga rivers, which grows upto 8 pounds in its native waters.