A friend, philosopher and a guide. A cook, a chauffeur, a teacher, the resident peacemaker and your biggest confidant rolled into one. Time to shower the leading lady in your life – your mum, with some much-deserved love and affection. Let’s skip the obvious this Mothers’ Day (13 May). You know what we mean: pretty pink flowers accompanied by a routine dinner and make sure that this day is really unforgettable for the woman who means the world to you. From tea tasting with a tea sommelier in the North-east to Ayurveda and yoga sessions down south – there is so much to experience together with your mum.

Atali Ganga

Escape to the northern hilly terrain at this spectacular retreat. Every year adventure junkies from India and abroad visit Rishikesh for the most thrilling activities like river rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking and many more. If your mother happens to be an adventure junkie then this can undoubtedly be the best place for you both. The property offers 22 private, comfortable and independent cottages overlooking river Ganges. Indulge in activities like river rafting, kayaking and mountain biking in the Himalayas and don’t forget to destress with a round of yoga by the banks of the river. After a long tiring day enjoy lip-smacking meals at the White Water Café that has both an indoor and outdoor sitting area- we’d bet that you will choose the outdoor sitting area for those endless views.

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Atali Ganga