River Rafting in India

India is one of the premier destinations for whitewater rafting in the world. Rafting in India takes one away from the main tourist trail. We rarely meet any other river parties on our rafting holidays. Typically we are the only group descending the river in a given season, making our reception from local people very special. We offer many different rivers of varying styles and difficulties making it possible to meet all rafter's needs. From mellow float trips on the Spiti River through spectacular mountain scenery, to committing trips on the remote Brahmaputra and Zanskar Rivers, some of the biggest volume rafting in the World. Trips vary from 7 to 15 days and due to the many microclimates of India we offer rafting all year round.

Take a look at our River Expeditions or contact us for advice on a trip that suits you. Read our typical day rafting to learn more about these expeditions.

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:
•   White Water River Rafting On Zanskar River:
•   River Rafting On The Ganges:
•   River Rafting In Himachal Pradesh:
•   River Rafting Places in India:
•   River Rafting On Brahmaputra River:
•   River Rafting On Teesta River:

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 offer 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