Luring adventure enthusiasts across, the roaring rivers of Rishikesh provides an ideal rafting experience. http://www.thrillophilia.com/rishikesh-rafting The backdrop of the destination makes for a natural playground for some rip roaring activities. It is bestowed with soaring mountain summits, bountiful jungles, meandering water bodies and is where the mystical River Ganga makes its way through. It is here that fervent rafters can enjoy challenging rapids that range from Grade I to Grade V. The most suitable time to engage in this sport is October to mid-December and mid-February to May.

1. A Complete Guide to Rafting in
Rishikesh

2. The adventure begins once you land here - Rishikesh

3. Best Time for Rafting in Rishikesh
Nestled at the foothills of the mighty Himalayas,
Rishikesh or the starting point of the ‘Chardham'
is one of the adventure hubs in the country.
Fringed with towering mountain peaks,
captivating forests and gushing water-bodies;
mainly the holy Ganges and its other tributaries,
this enticing city in Uttarakhand plays a stunning
host to several adrenaline pumping activities.
Rafting is one of them. The best time for rafting is
October-December (mid) & February (mid)-May

5. Grade-I: The levels of the currents are very low and the
amateurs can easily navigate through them.
Grade-II: One step tougher than the Grade-I rapids, these type
of rapids involve a bit of training, navigating skills and usually
offers moderate level of difficulty in manoeuvring.
Grade-III: Within here, one can find the bigger waves that
require good navigating techniques and proper guidance.
Grade-IV: Offering challenging waves, uneven flow of the
water and sudden drops, these rapids, at times can topple the
raft easily.
Grade-V: These rapids require ardent training and can only be
navigated successfully by the expert rafters.
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Types of Rapids

7. 1. Sweet Sixteen (Grade-I): Without any hard obstacles and no
strenuous waves, it offers easy passage and serves as an ideal learning
ground for the novices.
2. Hilton and Terminator (Grade-II): Passing through sharp ridges,
several turns and twists of the river, this rapid is among the most
sought after rapids in Rishikesh.
3. Three Blind Mice (Grade-III): In this portion, the river makes its way
through narrow and sharp passes, and thus it has gained the fame of
being a Grade-III rapid.
4. Cross Fire (Grade-III): A rapid that takes you to a stunning beach in
Rishikesh, Cross Fire is categorised as a Grade-III rapid due to the
challenges it offers.
5. Roller Coaster (Grade-III/IV): Frothy and challenging waves, extreme
level of currents, maelstroms and rocky surfaces are the characteristics
of this rapid
6. Golf Course (Grade-IV): If you are looking for some of the best and
enthralling rafting experiences in Rishikesh, hit the Golf Course.
7. The Wall (Grade-IV): A rapid that offers you some of the extreme
level challenges and upon crossing which, you get rewarded with the
best adrenaline kick
8. Daniel's Dip (Grade-V):Also termed as the second highest rapid of
the Ganges, this Grace-V rapid is a true delight for the ardent rafters.
Rapids in Rishikesh

9. Safety Measures in Rafting:
• Non-swimmers or minors must not try rafting
other than with the Grade-I rapids.
• Before joining the rafting expedition, one
should get a health check-up done.
• Do not involve in the consumption of alcohol
or any other intoxicants during rafting.
• Always paddle as a team and not individual.
• Pay heed to all the guidelines and instructions
from the tour guides or facilitators.
• Always put on the life-jackets to avoid any
mishaps

11. • Carry an extra pair of clothes and
towels
• During rafting, wear suggested clothes
only
• Sunscreen lotion or any similar lotion
• Sunglasses (if necessary)
Things to Carry:

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