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White-water rafting is a high-altitude, high adrenaline water adventure that has few other adventure sports matching its unique excitement and thrill! The turbulent water, the uncontrollable speeds, and the challenge of making it over the churning rapids is a hair-raising high that has one raring to go!
White water rafting has not really caught on as an adventure sport in India yet, signs indicate that this adventure sport is fast being recognized for its excitement, novelty and thrill. The risks are as high as the waves that sweep you, and your life depends on a fragile, inflatable rubber raft or dinghy! And yet, more and more are turning to this soaking adventure experience for its unmatchable thrill!
For engaging in this adventure sport in India, you need to meet certain levels of fitness. You need to be mentally and physically fit. Patients of cardiac or mental ailments should not try a hand at rafting. Expectant mothers, children below the age of 14 should be cautious while undertaking this activity.
India has a host of rivers and plenty of locations that are ideal for white water rafting. Most of the water rafting destinations are located in the Himalayas, and the River Ganges is the most popular of them all. Several camps are organized along the 70-km stretch from Devprayag to Rishikesh. Rapids have been graded according to the difficulty of their run. The rivers Yamuna, Tons, Kalisor, Alaknanda, Bhilangana, Mandakini and Bhagirathi offer many stretches, both for professionals as well as amateur rafters. Other ranges in Ladakh and Sikkim also offer great river stretches for rafting.
There is no particular best time can be marked for rafting in India since the flow and fury of various rivers are individual. However, on the whole the months from May to November are the best months for the adventure seekers to indulge in rafting.
Permits or licenses are required for rafting in the restricted areas. The consulate office of India in your country, or the Ministry of Home Affairs, foreigners’ regional registration offices (FRRO) may be contacted for seeking the prior permission.
The following guidelines will prove to be help in planning your adventure white water rafting holiday:
• The credibility and reputation of the organizers
• Qualifications and experience of the navigator
• Ensure that the raft is not overloaded as it may prove to be dangerous
• Dress appropriately with safety helmets and rescue jackets
• Calculate and decide upon the stretch according to the grading of the river before taking to the water
• Learn how to breathe while under a rapid or when you are submerged
• Consider the length of run and your level of physical fitness
• Speed up and fix the runs as are comfortable.
• Get the medical fitness test done before hand
• Carry the necessary medicines
• Gain proper training of handling the oar and the other equipments.
• Consider the level of difficulty with your physical fitness Participate in peak climbing or high-altitude trekking as may be comfortable.
• Protect the environment and do not pollute the water.
The experience of white water rafting is truly a hair raising and unforgettable experience that will have you raring to go for your next water vacation. Even amateurs can try their hand at the easier rapids, for latest safety equipment makes it possible even for non-swimmers to undertake an expedition without fear. So welcome to the terrific rivers of India! |
Rafting in Rishikesh
The camp situated in Shiv Puri on a sandy beach. It forms an ideal base for a host of adventure activities like white water rafting, trekking, rock climbing, rappelling, etc. Also, a serene ambience and salubrious weather makes it a perfect for pursuing spiritual interests. Its also great for your health as you are staying with clean unpolluted air and the crystal clear waters of the Ganges only add to creating an atmosphere for relaxation.
Camp Facilities.
» Comfortable all-weather Swiss Alpine tents
» Neat and clean sanitation facilities
» 24-hr kitchen to serve multi-cuisine meals
Route To Be Taken
Delhi - Meerut (Bypass) - Muzaffarnagar - Roorkee - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Shivpuri (Camp Rapid Descent) |
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ITINERARY:
DAY 1:
Arrive at Camp at Shivpuri by 1300 hrs. After lunch, drive to Marine Drive (10 km). Explore the beautiful surroundings and attend a briefing on rafting techniques. The group would then raft down from Marine Drive to the camp through exciting rapids like Three Blind Mice, Black Money and Crossfire. Also one would get a chance to body surf though the Body Surfing rapid. Before the start of this stretch the group will try their hand at Bridge Slithering.
This stretch is also a treat for bird lovers with one sighting an amazing variety of birds in various sizes, shapes, hues and colours. In the night, bonfire and dinner by the riverside.
DAY 2:
After breakfast, we will today raft till Rishikesh. The Camp - Rishikesh stretch is 16 km and will be negotiated at a leisurely pace, one can swim along the raft and this is more relaxed today. During this run, one would raft through rapids like Return to the Sender, Roller Coaster, Golf Course, Clubhouse, etc. One would also get a chance to try their hand at the exciting sport of Cliff Jumping and Body Surfing. Complete the stretch to Rishikesh and return to the camp. In the camp one can swim in the green waters or indulge in a game of beach volleyball. In the night, bonfire and dinner by the riverside.
DAY 3:
After breakfast, professionals would brief the group on ROCK CLIMBING & BRIDGE RAPPELLING techniques. They would then assist the group to attempt the sport themselves. Lunch at the camp. Post lunch depart for your onward destination. |
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RAFTING SIKKIM
Water Rafting in Sikkim
One of the other adventure that Sikkim offers you is river rafting. The snow fed mountain rivers Teesta and Rangit that descend from their icy heights across high cliff suspended gorges and torturous, boulder-strewn beds offers you a unbeatable challenge. Amateurs and first timers have their choice of quieter waters, but with promise of a passage through some of picturesque riverside of Himalayan rivers.
Professionals can run the better known and popular routes on rapids grade III - IV and V. Options include a half day scenic run for amateurs on low waters and the choice of overnight river side camps adds to the beauty in the entire adventure.
Teesta is ideal for both paddle rafting and oar rafting, and brings fresh excitement for adventure lovers. The rivers of Sikkim simply sparkle and beckon.
The swift waters of Sikkim flows over rocks and crags, turbulent and delirious. Flanked on both the sides by steep cliffs and lush green forests, the river rages on, dissipating its energy only when it reaches the plains. This churning, frothing water is just perfect for white water rafting. It's a struggle with elemental forces, a thrilling adventure which takes you right into the heart of Himalayan fury. You have to try and tame the untamable. And later as you rest, all passions spent, you will want to re-live the experience over and over again.
Examples:
Teesta Experience
Makha - Sirwani - Bardang - Rangpo
Rangeet Experience
Sikip - Jorethang - Majitar – Melli |
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