Tehri Lake Popular Activities, Adventure, Events & More

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Tehri lake in uttarakhand

Tehri lake, often referred to as Tehri Dam Reservoir is the massive man-made reservoir of Asia. It is located in the Tehri Garhwal town of Uttarakhand, India and was built in the year 2006. Tehri Dam, built on the banks of Bhagirathi river is the tallest in India with a height of approx 855 ft and lists among the 13th tallest Dam all over the world.

The depth of Tehri Lake is around 262 meters and the length is 42 kms. Filled with multi-purpose rock and earth, Tehri Dam Lake was created with the motive of supplying water for generating electricity, drinking, and irrigation.

New Tehri Lake has emerged as one of the popular destinations among tourists because of its serene beauty and picturesque view with the multiple water activities attracting plenty of visitors. The Lake is also surrounded by a variety of flora and fauna and diverse aquatic life which enhances its beauty. 

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Water Sports and adventure Activities of tehri lake

Tehri Lake is a fun place for all the water lovers as it offers varieties of water sports and activities full of adventures. Even though the best time to enjoy water activities at Tehri is between April to October, tourists can be entertained by these activities in other months too. 

Some of the popular water sports at Tehri lake includes – Parasailing, Jet skiing, Banana ride, water skiing, Kayaking, Swimming, Jet attack, Surfing, Kneeboarding, Zorbing ball, Motor boating, Speed boating, Jet speed boating, Chappu boat ride, Pedal boat ride, Shikara boat ride, Rafting, etc.

Other than water sports, there are other adventure activities at Tehri Lake like Camping, Rock climbing, and Rappelling, and Jungle safari for the thrill-seekers too. 

The water activities in Tehri starts in the morning around 8:30 am till 6 pm in the evening. Visitors can get breakfast/lunch/dinner if booking is made in advance.

Tehri Lake is an ideal spot for all the water babies and adventure buffs to make memories with the mesmerizing lake view. 

Events and festival of Tehri Lake

Asia’s largest lake festival, Tehri lake festival is an event organized by Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) every year for two days in February. This festival is a perfect combination of culture, adventure, art, music, with the stunning background of Himalayan range.

Countless numbers of cultural events, folk dances, and musical performances present the rich heritage of India’s Uttarakhand. Attendees also get to explore multiple exhibitions and photo booths offering them a great time at the festival. 

Along with the cultural allure, the festival also serves adventure seekers. Thrill enthusiasts get to enjoy amazing water activities like water scooter, banana rides, river rafting, and canoeing.

The Tehri lake festival gives the opportunity to indulge in the culture of Uttarakhand and engage with adventurous activities against the scenic beauty of the lake. 

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Tehri Lake resorts and luxury stays

tehri lake resorts and cottages

Experience the most unique stay at Tehri with an amazing sight of the lake. Visitors are recommended to have the most remarkable Tehri Lake Floating Huts and Houseboat experiences at Le ROI Floating Huts and Eco Rooms – 4.4 /5 stars rating.

The booking prices generally start from INR 4,535 and can lead up to INR 18,000 for a family Eco room, according to the type of room you choose. It offers different types of rooms like deluxe room, super deluxe room, deluxe double room, etc. 

You can book your stay at le ROI Floating Huts and Eco rooms through websites like – 

  • MakeMyTrip.com
  • Goibibo.com
  • Expedia.com
  • Yatra.com

Best Resorts at Tehri Lake

Tehri Resorts and Cottages offers you incredible Lake View to make your stay memorable. Some of the great options are mentioned below according to your preferences –

Tehri Lake View Resorts and Cottages under budget

  • Ekaiva Resort – 4.5/5 stars rating
  • Namaha Homestay and Cottage – 4.6/5 stars rating
  • Lake Green Hill Homestay – 5/5 stars rating
  • Bagheecha Homestay – 4.8/5 stars rating
  • Samlaun Homestay – 4.9/5 stars rating
  • Tehri Lake View Resorts and Cottages – 3.7/5 stars rating

Luxury Stays at Tehri Lake

  • Tehri Club Resorts By DLS Hotels – 4.4/5  stars rating
  • Amaya Resort – 4.6/5 stars rating
  • AZALEA – 4.8/5 stars rating
  • Darbar- A Heritage Farmstay – 4.5/5 stars rating
  • LaRiSa X Mountains & Martini Villa 
  • Tehri Retreat Sursingdhar

Tehri Lake Resort by GMVN

  • GMVN Tehri Lake Resort Eco Huts Koti Colony

Watch This Video To See How Tehri Lake  look Like

major distance and destinations of tehri lake

Major DestinationsDistance (in km)
Tehri Lake to Rishikesh90 kms
Tehri Lake to Dehradun100 kms
Tehri Lake to Haridwar85 kms
Tehri Lake to Mussoorie78 kms
Tehri Lake to Delhi309 kms

Contact Details for Key Locations at Tehri Lake

Key LocationsContact Number
GMVN Tehri Lake Resort9690058414
Tehri Lake Floating Huts Office76786 03468 /  93 5091 2345
Tehri Lake Adventure Sports7579121444 

Frequently Asked Questions about Tehri Lake

Where is Tehri Lake located?

Tehri lake is situated in the district Tehri Garhwal of Uttarakhand , India.

What is the depth of Tehri Lake?

The depth of Tehri Lake is 262 meters deep and 42 kms long.

What types of water sports are available at Tehri Lake?

Tehri Lake provides a bunch of water activities like Flyboarding, Knee Boarding, Jet Skiing, Motorboating, Surfing, Banana ride, Parasailing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Speed Boating, and many more.

Are there floating huts at Tehri Lake?

Yes there are plenty of options for floating huts at Tehri lake which gives an amazing experience and view of the lake.

What is the booking price for floating huts at Tehri Lake?

Floating Huts at Le ROI Floating Huts and Eco Rooms usually start at INR 4,543 per night.

How far is Tehri Lake from Rishikesh?

Tehri Lake is located at a distance of around 90 kms from Rishikesh which can be covered in nearly 2.5-3 hrs of drive.

Are there any eco huts or cottages available at Tehri Lake?

Yes, you can enjoy your stay at Le ROI Floating Huts and Eco Rooms, and also at GMVN Tehri Lake Eco Huts Koti Colony with various options of beautiful eco huts and cottages.

What is the best time to visit Tehri Lake?

Even though Tehri Lake can be enjoyed at any time of the year, the suitable time to visit Tehri Lake is between March to June with warm and pleasant weather, best for sightseeing, trekking, river rafting, and many other activities.

        

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