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13
Cottages
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78 km
from Rishikesh
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UNKNOWN
Pet Charges
Set on a quiet stretch of riverbank in Vyasghat, just downstream from the sacred Devprayag confluence, Banyan By The Ganges is a riverside cottage retreat built around a 300-year-old banyan tree. The property openly welcomes pets, with dedicated pet-friendly cottages and enough open green space for a dog to genuinely stretch out and explore. For pet parents driving up from Delhi or Dehradun, it sits on the Devprayag-Satpuli Road - accessible, but far enough from the highway that the grounds stay calm and quiet.
✓ Confirmed by the property
Banyan By The Ganges confirms pets are welcomed with dedicated pet-friendly cottages and ample open space for dogs to roam freely. Natural trails around the resort are suitable for morning walks with your pet. In-room pet charges have not been specified - confirm directly with the property before booking.
The Grounds & What Your Dog Will Actually Get Out of It
The 13 well-spaced cottages sit within a property that has real tree cover, natural gardens, and unpaved walking paths - the kind of terrain that makes a morning sniff-walk genuinely interesting for a dog. A few minutes on foot from the cottages brings you to the Ganga, where the riverbank opens up. The property also reports over 120 species of birds in the area, which means your dog's nose will be working overtime from the moment you arrive. There's a volleyball court and a gazebo with bonfire seating for evenings, giving you somewhere to settle while your dog watches the commotion. The open dining area - The Riverstone Diner - is set in a relaxed outdoor-style environment, though whether pets are permitted at the dining area should be confirmed with the property directly.
⚠️ River Access - Read Before You Let Your Dog Off-Lead
The Ganga at Vyasghat is a fast-moving Himalayan river. While the property describes a walk down to the riverbank, the Ganga here carries strong currents year-round and is not a safe swim for dogs. Keep dogs leashed near the water, especially during and after monsoon months when water levels and flow speed increase significantly.
Accommodation & What to Expect
The cottages are described as spacious with cozy interiors, private sit-out areas, riverside views, and access to outdoor activities. Each unit provides a private sit-out with your dog by your side and direct access to the trail network around the property. The accommodation is positioned as premium - air conditioning, breakfast included, and Wi-Fi are confirmed on Google. Free parking is available on-site, which matters if you're doing the full Delhi road trip with a dog crate or gear in the back. Check-in is at 1:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM.
Getting Here with a Dog
Banyan By The Ganges is 78 km from Rishikesh, roughly a 2.5-hour drive from Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, and about 3 hours from Haridwar Railway Station. From Delhi NCR, the faster route runs through Haridwar and Rishikesh (approx. 7–7.5 hours); an alternate route goes via Bijnor and Kotdwar (approx. 8–8.5 hours). Both are driveable with dogs - plan a proper stop around the Rishikesh stretch where you can find open areas for a quick break. The mountain road from Rishikesh toward Devprayag is scenic but winding, so factor in motion-sickness precautions if your dog is sensitive to ghat roads.
