Tehri Dam

Opening Hours: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends

Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours

Tickets: Offline

Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh railway station, about 80 km away

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, about 85 km away

Nearest Bus Stop: Bus stop New Tehri, 17 km away

Tehri Dam is India's tallest dam and one of the tallest earth-rock embankments in the world, and one of the best places to visit in Tehri. It rises 260 m above the Bhagirathi River and is a beautiful combination of human engineering and Himalayan grandeur. Tehri Lake, its huge reservoir, covers about 50 km² and is surrounded by forested slopes and alpine peaks. It's a paradise for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike.

Visitors can glide across the emerald-blue waters on motorboats or paddleboats. They can also get their adrenaline pumping with jet skiing, speed boating, banana rides, water skiing, kayaking, and canoeing. The dam, lake, and rugged Garhwal ranges are all visible from the air in a hot-air balloon or while paragliding. Trails around the dam are great for hikers and campers, especially for bonfires under the stars.

The botanical garden by the lake and the cultural markets and temples in New Tehri are peaceful places to relax after all the excitement. Every year, the Tehri Lake festivals bring music, aerial stunts, and water sports to the area. Tehri Dam is best between April and June. It's a great place to escape and experience the beauty of engineering and the thrill of the Himalayas.

• Marvel at Tehri Dam, India’s tallest embankment dam, soaring 260.5 m above the Bhagirathi River, a monumental fusion of engineering and Himalayan majesty.
• Traverse the expanse of Tehri Lake, formed by the dam’s 50 km² reservoir, reflecting pine‑clad slopes and Himalayan peaks.
• Immerse in aerial adventure, with paragliding or parasailing overhead, revealing breathtaking bird’s‑eye perspectives of the dam, bridge, and mountainous landscape.
• Witness eco‑engineering and power legacy, a multipurpose hydro complex generating 1,000 MW, with pumped storage and robust flood‑control design.