5 Best Places To Enjoy Rafting In North India

* Alaknanda River, Uttarakhand

The Alaknanda River flowing in Uttarakhand is among one of the most difficult and challenging sites. The second largest tributary of the mighty Ganga offers the ultimate river rafting experience. The rafting stretch is almost 25 km between the Chamoli and Rudraprayag. The river has over 75 to 80 grade 3 to 4+ rapids. The grade 5 ‘Hillary Fall’ named after Sir Edmund Hillary’s upstream jet boat expedition known as “Ocean to Sky” is a rush of adrenaline. Embark on the thrilling adventure. Embark on the thrilling adventure. Camping along the river adds to the fun.

* Zanskar River, Ladakh

Re-defining the thrill of river rafting, Zanskar River Ladakh is an adventure like never before. The ice-cold river flows at a height of more than 12, 000 feet. The rapids are of Grade 3 and Grade 4. Rafting is held between Padum and Zimo regions. Fortifications of mountains rise to hundreds of feet on both sides. The rafting route ends as the river merges with the Indus. The route passes through some rough terrains and isolated places in Ladakh. Best time to go is July to August as the river flows in this while remains frozen rest of the year.

* Beas River, Kullu-Manali

In Kullu Valley, river rafting is enjoyed in the River Beas. Rafting starts at Pirdi and continue 14 km down to Jhiri. This river has got 1-4 grade rapids. The full day adventure is definitely exhilarating. Enjoy the thrill of the rapids and the picturesque scenery which shall certainly create wonderful memories of your adventure. River rafting is available throughout the year except during the period from 15-July to 15-September.

* Indus River, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir

Indus River offers a wonderful river rafting opportunity. Originating in Tibet, the river flows through the cold desert landscape of Ladakh and is extremely cold. The challenging rapids on the river range from grade 1-2 at some places, has grade 3-5 rapids. These are months when the river Indus water levels are high. The more challenging route for river rafting lies between Alchi and Khalsi, where a kilometer long series of rapids thrill the rafters. Camping along the river adds to the thrill of the adventure.

* Teesta River, Sikkim and Darjeeling

The Teesta River flows through Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong Hill Region. The mighty river is another thrilling river rafting spot. Blessed with a string of rapids rated at Grade 1-4, it creates a true invigorating experience. The turbulent Rangit, a tributary of the Teesta, has multi-dimensional rapids and is perfect for a challenge to more experienced rafters.

* Ganga River, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

River Ganga in Rishikesh is one of the world’s best rafting destinations. Adventure enthusiast can enjoy river rafting down rapids ranging from grade 1 to grade 4. This almost 16 km stretch is rich with whirlpools and rapids. There are as many as 13 rapids. Return to Sender, Roller Coaster, Three Blind Mice, Double Trouble, Tee Off and Golf Course are some incredible names. Camping on the beautiful white sand river beaches against the scenic Kumaon Mountains is also a popular adventure. The real charm of this region of Shivaliks is river rafting in Rishikesh.