» River Rafting in India
About River Rafting The magic behind River Rafting also referred, as
White Water Rafting is the extreme and never-ending thrills in the untamed rivers.
The rivers in the upper Himalayas are among the best in the world for river rafting
sports, with many staircase rapids that challenge the body and spirit of the river
runner. The river cuts against the rocky banks, crash into rocks, crevices and
breaking into white water rapids, foaming, swirling, and falling in a thunderous
din. India has a wide range of river rafting regions, which suits both amateurs
and professionals.
River Rafting Tips Cautions & Essentials
For River Rafting
If you are a normal healthy person and without any fear
of water, then rafting can be your sport. One can become a skilled rafter in just
a few hours of training and the rafting training facilities exist in different
parts of India. Many tourist agencies and state departments also conduct courses
in river rafting.
Carry dry bags dry bags or boxes to secure small personal
items you may bring with you and it usually also have room to accommodate an extra
layer of clothing. Be sure to take any necessary prescription medications such
as inhalers, bee-sting kits, insulin etc. Avoid taking your car keys, wallets,
cell phones etc. with you for the rafting trip. Also take along sunscreen, sunglasses
with a strap to secure them and a camera. Disposable waterproof cameras are easily
available, easy to take along with you and take good quality pictures.
Appropriate rafting gear on most rivers during the summertime is a simple swimsuit,
nylon shorts, tennis shoes or sandals, and a hat. Spring and autumn rafting trips
are the ones that require additional clothing. In any case be sure to dress in
layers so that you can easily add or remove articles, as you need. Avoid cotton
clothing while rafting, except in summers as cotton takes away the warmth from
your body. Wool, polyester fleece and other synthetic materials will keep you
warmer and will dry faster than cotton. Many rafting clubs have wetsuits available
for rent.
River Rafting Regions In India River
Rafting In Ladakh The most popular rafting sites include Ladakh
in Jammu & Kashmir, the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttaranchal, the Beas River of
Himachal Pradesh and Teesta River in Sikkim. The rafting trip can be started off
from the options available on the Indus River and its major tributaries. The best
stretch for professionally guided runs in white water is on the Indus between
Spituk and Saspol. Beyond Saspol, the river becomes difficult and running it requires
technically skilled participants and careful organization.
White
Water River Rafting On Zanskar River The most difficult and exciting
white water rafting option is on the Zanskar River, along its spectacular course
through the gorge in the Zanskar mountains, between Padum and Nimo regions. This
river course is suitable only for well-organized white-water expeditions, prepared
for several days for river running and camping in the absolute wilds of Zanskar
region.
River Rafting
On The Ganges Ganges River has always remains a mystery
for explorers and full of surprises for the rafters. Ganga near Rishikesh in Uttaranchal
is a popular spot for white water rafting. The whitewater river rafting stretch
of the Ganges is from Kaudiyala to Rishikesh where the river has 12 major rapids
over 36-kms long, most of which are easily negotiable and some require our expertise.
River Rafting In Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh’s snow-fed rivers of0fer tremendous opportunities for the
challenging sport of rafting. The rivers Chandrabhaga in Lahaul, the Satluj near
Shimla, the Ravi near Chamba and the Beas near Kullu offer immense white water
rafting possibilities. There are tremendous river running expedition oppurtunities
between Shamshi and Aut on the Beas. The 20-km stretch has exciting and extreme
white water rapids.
River Rafting On Teesta
River River Teesta of Sikkim extends the most challenging invitation
to the rafters in the eastern Himalayan region. Teesta provides a series of white
water rapids with various intensities at regular intervals. Meandering down the
rough and rugged mountain river, one can savour a blend of nature and adventure.
River Rafting On Brahmaputra River
The mighty Brahmaputra cascading down the heights of immense beauty across Tibet
into the north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh is an exciting experience for
the rafters. Though inaccessible, the region is the ultimate destination a rafter
can look for.
River Rafting Places in India
Teesta River,
Sikkim
Beas River, Himachal
Ganges River, Garhwal, Uttranchal
Gangotri,
Garhwal Himalayas, Uttranchal
Lake Paradise, Nanital, Uttranchal
Asan
Barrage,Uttranchal
Kudiyala Rafters Club, Uttranchal
Satluj River, Shimla,
Himachal Pradesh
Ravi, Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
Chandra, Lahaul, Himachal
Pradesh
Bhalukpung, Assam
