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Whether you are a seasoned adrenaline
junkie or a novice, there are option suiting all abilities.
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You must make a trip here
to come across with experiences that excite, romanticize and chill
at the same time.
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River Rafting Himalayas
This
is nature at its best, the rapids are untamed, almost wild and so are you.
River rafting in the Himalayas is an extreme sport but what makes it stand
out is the fact that the thrills never end. Some of the rivers in the
Himalayas are almost like a stairways which challenge your physical as
well as your inner being at the same time. The river crashes into the
rocks, cuts through them, becomes white with challenge, foams, swirls and
keeps thundering through all this.
If the Indian rivers are a
story, the mighty Himalayas are its source which are considered the best
option for the purpose of river rafting. You'll find many gradients for
rapids in Sutlej, Beas and Ravi rivers where stretches could be found for
both amateurs as well as professionals. The major India river rafting
sites are Rishikesh, Kaudiyala, Ladakh, Asan Barage and Devprayag whereas
the prominent rivers for the purpose are Teesta, Beas, Zanskar, Indus and
Brahmaputra.
It is said that the Indus river stretch between
Spituk and Saspol is among the best for professionally guided runs as
rafting in the river becomes difficult after Saspol. The holy river Ganga
is also suited to both the amateurs as well as skilled rafters, especially
the spot near Rishikesh in Uttaranchal is very popular among the river
rafting enthusiasts.
Major River Rafting Sites in Himalayas
Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
The options include
Indus river and its tributaries and the best run is between Spituk and
Saspol. After you have crossed the point of Saspol, the river becomes
difficult for rafting and hence only skilled people are advised to
continue beyond this.
Zanskar River
The
Zanskar river has a spectacular course between Padum and Nimo regions and
it is a tough and rousing river rafting option for the adventure
enthusiasts. Only those who are seasoned river rafters should go for this
stretch as the place requires several days of rafting and camping in wilds
of Zanskar.
Himachal Pradesh
Himachal
Pradesh has several snow fed rivers where those looking for challenges in
rafting will find plenty of it. These rivers are Chenab in Lahaul, the
Sutlej near Shimla, Ravi river near Chamba and Beas near Kullu. There is a
20 km stretch between Shamshi and Aut on Beas which is really exciting for
rafting enthusiasts.
Ganga River
The
river Ganga from Garhwal is apt for the professional as well as amateur
rafters especially the two rivers of Alakananda and Bhagirathi which
combine to form the sacred river Ganga. Ganga becomes somewhat calmer from
Devprayag. This is a 70 km long stretch which is just right for the
novices for these are negotiable rapids for amateurs and a good training
as well.
Garhwal, Uttaranchal
The
mighty waters of river Ganga are ideal to learn the ropes of whitewater
rafting at Garhwal in Uttaranchal. A water sport resort has also been
developed at Asan Barrage in Dehradun district on the banks of river
Uamuna.
Teesta River, Sikkim and Darjeeling
The Teesta river in Sikkim provides you with rapids of varying intensities
to at regular intervals.
Brahmaputra River, Arunachal
Pradesh
The river comes from Tibet and cascades down in the state
of Arunachal Pradesh. The place is somewhat difficult to reach, but once
you do, you know in your heart that it was worth it.
Essential
Points that you should keep in mind during River Rafting
Carry
your small items in boxes so that you don't misplace them. Carry a first
aid box and necessary medications with you. Avoid carrying small things
such as mobile phones, wallets and keys. Carry sunglasses with straps. Use
Sunscreen to protect your skin from ultra violet rays.
Use
disposable waterproof cameras to take pictures. You should use nylon
cloths and simple swim suits as rafting wear.
Recommended River Rafting Tours
The Himalayas are not mere rocks and snows
but an ubfailing storehouse of adventure and beauty.
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You may not be a pilgrim at first hand but
you'll soon become one as you arrive here!
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Accommodations that come coupled with
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