Tehri Lake Festival

The biggest lake festival in Asia – Tehri Lake Festival, is here again with all its festivities! Uttarakhand Tourism organizes Tehri Lake Festival every year with action and entertainment are in full swing. This is the most famous festival in Tehri that offers cultural events. Visitors can also enjoy a visual treat with picturesque landscapes. All in all, the festival assures non-stop fun and frolic. As Uttarakhand beckons all types of travelers; be it devotees, adventure enthusiasts, or nature lovers; Uttarakhand fairs and festivals give more reasons for a visit. 

Why Tehri Lake Festival is Celebrated?

One of the most awaited festivals in Uttarakhand in February, Tehri Lake Festival is organized with the sole objective to develop the lake as an international tourist spot. Tehri Lake Uttarakhand came into existence in 1978 with so many traveling aspects. Built over it, the Tehri Dam is among the tallest dams in the world! The lake is a fantastic boating spot and caters well to tourists on a family vacation. 

How is Tehri Lake Festival Celebrated?

The Tehri Lake Festival is a hot pot of culture, adventure, art, and music. Tourists can enjoy cultural events, musical shows, folk dances, jewelry, and photo exhibitions. Visitors can also indulge in watersports such as banana rides, jet skiing, surfing, paragliding, canoeing, and river-rafting. Moreover, Bollywood celebrities’ performances and yoga sessions add to the festivity of the fest.

Celebrations are not just limited to events on land and water. However, the festival is also celebrated in the sky! All the zest is taken on top with spectacular fireworks. The delightful atmosphere adds flavors with some mouthwatering food items. In short, the endless fun, entertainment, and delicious foods with a vibrant atmosphere lie with this festival. 

How to Reach Tehri Lake?

Tehri Lake By Air

One of the most convenient ways to reach Tehri is by air. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport from Tehri and is located around 83 km from the lake. You can hire a taxi or cab to reach the location from the airport. 

Tehri Lake By Train

Rishikesh is the nearest railway station to Tehri, which is nearly 73 km away. From Rishikesh, you can board buses that frequently ply to the spot. You can also hop on a cab to reach the destination.

Tehri Lake By Road

Tehri is well-connected through motorable roads to all major cities such as Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Srinagar, and New Delhi. You can either choose government/private buses or hire a taxi to reach there. Along with this festival, you can also cover the tourist attractions through our fully customizable Uttarakhand tour package.