Camping is Uttarakhand’s most flexible adventure — tented nights under deodars in Kanatal and Dhanaulti, riverside camps at Shivpuri and Kaudiyala near Rishikesh (in season), lakeside options near Tehri, and sanctuary-adjacent stays at Binsar.
The formats
- Fixed luxury camps — proper beds, attached washrooms, bonfires, meals; ₹2,500–4,500 per person per night with activities.
- Adventure camps — tented stays bundled with rafting/zipline days near Rishikesh; ₹1,800–3,500 pp.
- Forest camping (sanctuaries) — at Deoriatal or sanctuary edges with permits; carry-your-own-gear.
What to check before booking
- Attached washrooms vs shared — the single biggest comfort variable in winter.
- Heating: winters drop below zero; confirm blankets/heaters, not just “camping vibes”.
- Season rules: riverside Rishikesh camps close in the monsoon (monsoon notes).
- Group norms: many camps are group-oriented; couples should book “family/couple zones”.
