Friday 26 to Sunday 28 March 2027

Good Friday Package in Rishikesh 2027

Two nights in an AC riverside cottage over the Easter long weekend, with six buffet meals, 16 km rafting and spring days of about 20 to 28 °C.

Good Friday package in Rishikesh: the short answer

The Good Friday package in Rishikesh at Simply Heaven is a 2 nights 3 days stay from Friday 26 to Sunday 28 March 2027. It includes an AC riverside cottage, six buffet meals, bonfires with acoustic music, a waterfall hike, 16 km rafting from Shivpuri to NIM Beach, and a Bajrang Setu and Ganga Aarti visit. Spring days are about 20 to 28 °C. Call or WhatsApp +91 93689 99410 for the rate.

Good Friday 2027 package at Simply Heaven Rishikesh: key facts
DatesGood Friday 26 March to Easter Sunday 28 March 2027
Duration2 nights 3 days
StayAC riverside cottage with attached western bathroom and 24/7 hot water
Meals6 buffet meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) plus morning and evening tea
Activities16 km rafting, waterfall hike, bonfires with acoustic music, Bajrang Setu and Ganga Aarti visit
WeatherAbout 20 to 28 °C, sunny days and cooler evenings
LocationSimply Heaven, Neelkanth Temple Road, P.O. Maral, Rishikesh 249304
Check-in / out12:00 PM Friday / 10:00 AM Sunday, government photo ID for every guest
Same weekHoli in Rishikesh 2027, Monday 22 March
A spring long weekend

Why spend the Good Friday long weekend in Rishikesh?

The Good Friday and Easter weekend falls in late March, when Rishikesh has warm, sunny days, cool evenings and a full rafting season. From Delhi it is about 240 km, so a Friday-to-Sunday trip gives you two full nights by the river without taking leave.

Simply Heaven Rishikesh sits beside River Heul on Neelkanth Temple Road, with the Ganga riverbank about a 500 m walk away and Rajaji National Park nearby. The package mixes slow time at the resort (river splash, games, bonfires) with one full day out for rafting, the glass bridge and the evening Ganga Aarti.

20 to 28 °C

Spring weather

6 buffet meals

Plus tea and snacks

2 bonfires

Acoustic music

Aerial view of Simply Heaven cottages beside River Heul in the Ganga valley, base for the Good Friday package in Rishikesh
Simply Heaven on Neelkanth Temple Road, near the Ganga

Good Friday itinerary: 26 to 28 March 2027

Day 1 is check-in, a river splash and a bonfire; Day 2 is rafting, Bajrang Setu and the Ganga Aarti; Day 3 is a waterfall hike and check-out. Times are a guide and can shift with the weather and the rafting slot.

  1. Day 1, Friday 26 March (Good Friday): check-in, river splash and bonfire

    • 12:00 PM: check in to your AC cottage.
    • Lunch: buffet with Garhwali and North Indian dishes.
    • Afternoon: splash in the shallow water of River Heul or walk to the Ganga riverbank, about 500 m away.
    • Evening: tea with hot snacks, volleyball or badminton.
    • Night: bonfire with light acoustic music, then a buffet dinner.
  2. Day 2, Saturday 27 March: rafting, Bajrang Setu and Ganga Aarti

    • Morning: breakfast, then 16 km river rafting in Rishikesh from Shivpuri to NIM Beach (Grade II-III, usual minimum age 14).
    • Afternoon: back to the resort for lunch and rest.
    • Late afternoon: walk across the Bajrang Setu glass bridge next to Lakshman Jhula, about 18 km away.
    • Sunset: evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, about 13 km from the resort.
    • Night: second bonfire with music, then dinner.
  3. Day 3, Sunday 28 March (Easter Sunday): waterfall hike and check-out

    • Early morning: guided waterfall trek of about 40 minutes.
    • Breakfast: farewell buffet breakfast.
    • 10:00 AM: check out and drive home.

The same structure works on other weekends as our 2 nights 3 days camping package.

What is included in the Good Friday package?

The Good Friday package includes two nights in an AC cottage, six buffet meals, tea and snacks twice a day, two bonfire evenings, the guided waterfall hike and the Day 2 sightseeing plan. Travel to Rishikesh and extra adventure activities are not included.

Included

  • 2 nights in a deluxe AC riverside cottage with attached western bathroom
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners, all buffet (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
  • Morning and evening tea with snacks
  • Bonfire with light acoustic music on both nights
  • Guided waterfall hike and River Heul walk
  • 16 km rafting, Bajrang Setu and Ganga Aarti visit as per the itinerary
  • Volleyball and badminton

Not included / optional

  • Travel to and from Rishikesh (cabs can be arranged on request)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Other adventures: bungee jumping, flying fox and paintball, billed as chosen
  • Laundry and extra room-service orders
Ask for the Good Friday rate

The long weekend in pictures

What the three days look like, from the cottages to the river.

Red-roofed AC cottages and lawn at Simply Heaven under a blue spring sky

AC cottages

Ground-floor rooms around the lawn.

Rafts with paddlers in helmets and life jackets on the Shivpuri to NIM Beach stretch

16 km rafting

Shivpuri to NIM Beach on Day 2.

Priests holding lamps at the evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh

Ganga Aarti

Triveni Ghat at sunset on Saturday.

Bonfire in a stone fire pit with chairs around it for an evening by the fire

Bonfire nights

Acoustic music on Friday and Saturday.

What is the weather in Rishikesh at Easter?

Late March in Rishikesh is pleasant, about 20 to 28 °C, with sunny days, clear river water and cooler evenings. It is warm enough to raft and splash in River Heul, and cool enough at night to enjoy the bonfire.

What to pack

  • Quick-dry clothes and a spare set for rafting
  • Sports sandals or shoes with grip for the river and trek
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap
  • A light jacket or sweater for the evenings
  • Government photo ID for every guest

Is the Good Friday package good for families?

Yes. The plan has short travel days, a shallow river to splash in, open lawns and mild buffet dishes for children. Families can book double, triple or quad-sharing AC cottages or interconnected rooms, and elders get ground-floor cottages on level paths.

Rafting is usually for ages 14 and up, so younger children can stay back for games or join the waterfall hike. For room options, see the family package in Rishikesh.

How much does it cost?

The price depends on the cottage type, group size and any extra activities. Send your dates and number of guests on WhatsApp for the current rate; a token advance from ₹500 up to 25% of the package value confirms the booking.

Holi and Good Friday in the same week: can you do both?

Yes. In 2027, Holi is on Monday 22 March and Good Friday on Friday 26 March, only four days apart. You can join Holi in Rishikesh 2027 with its organic colours and live DJ, go home, and come back for the long weekend, or ask the team about one longer stay that covers both.

  • Getting here: Delhi is about 240 km (5 to 6 hours via the Delhi-Meerut Expressway); Jolly Grant Airport is about 30 to 35 km (around an hour by cab); trains run to Yog Nagari Rishikesh and Haridwar Junction.
  • Nearby: Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is further up the same road; Laxman Jhula and Tapovan are about 18 km away.
  • Directions and map: see the contact and booking page.

Planning a different weekend? Our guide to camping in Rishikesh compares every stay type, season and package length.

Book your Good Friday 2027 long weekend

Cottages for 26 to 28 March fill early in a week that also has Holi. Send your group size on WhatsApp and the team will reply with the rate.

WhatsApp for Good Friday booking

Good Friday Package: frequently asked questions

When is Good Friday in 2027?

Good Friday 2027 is on Friday, 26 March 2027, and Easter Sunday is on 28 March. That gives a three-day long weekend, and the Good Friday package at Simply Heaven runs from check-in on 26 March to check-out on 28 March.

What is the Good Friday package in Rishikesh?

It is a 2 nights 3 days Easter long-weekend stay at Simply Heaven Rishikesh with an AC riverside cottage, six buffet meals, bonfires with acoustic music, a waterfall hike, 16 km rafting from Shivpuri to NIM Beach, and a Bajrang Setu and Ganga Aarti visit.

What is included in the Good Friday package?

The package includes 2 nights in an AC cottage with an attached bathroom, six buffet meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners), morning and evening tea with snacks, bonfires with acoustic music on both nights, a guided waterfall hike, outdoor games and the day-wise sightseeing plan.

How much does the Good Friday package cost?

The price depends on the number of nights, your group size and whether you add activities such as bungee or flying fox. Long-weekend dates are priced separately from regular weekends. Call or WhatsApp +91 93689 99410 for the current rate and what it covers.

What is the weather in Rishikesh on Good Friday?

Late March in Rishikesh is pleasant, about 20 to 28 °C, with sunny days and cooler evenings. It is a comfortable time for rafting, the waterfall hike and sitting by the bonfire; pack a light jacket for the night.

Is river rafting good in March?

Yes. March is part of the main rafting season in Rishikesh, which runs from about mid-September to the end of June. The package plan uses the 16 km Shivpuri to NIM Beach stretch with Grade II-III rapids. The usual minimum age is 14.

Is the Good Friday package suitable for families with children?

Yes. Families get multi-bed and interconnected AC cottages, mild dishes for children, shallow splash areas in River Heul and open lawns for games. Children under 14 can skip rafting and do the waterfall hike. See the family package in Rishikesh.

Can I combine Good Friday with Holi?

Yes. Holi 2027 is on Monday 22 March, in the same week, with Holika Dahan on Sunday 21 March. See Holi in Rishikesh 2027 and ask the team about a longer stay that covers both.

How far in advance should I book the Good Friday long weekend?

Book three to four weeks ahead. Long-weekend cottages fill first, especially in a week that also has Holi. A token advance from ₹500 up to 25% of the package value confirms the room, and the balance is paid at check-in.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 12:00 PM on Friday 26 March and check-out is at 10:00 AM on Sunday 28 March. Early check-in or late check-out is given when rooms are free. Every guest needs a valid government photo ID.

Need exact dates or rates? Call or WhatsApp +91 93689 99410.