Camp Gold Coast is a rafting camp located 30 km north of Rishikesh on the Ganges River. The camp offers rafting trips ranging from mild to moderate rapids suited for both children and adults. Guests stay in large tents accommodating up to two people each with beds and basic amenities. Camp facilities include dry pit toilets, outdoor shower stalls with hot water, and buffet-style meals served at communal areas. A variety of outdoor activities are available beyond rafting such as kayaking, hiking, and games.

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ABOUT CAMP GOLD COAST, GANGA– estb 2008
Our camp on the Ganga, is 30 km north of Rishikesh (in Garhwal, Uttaranchal). Our camp site is
the biggest stretch of silver sand beach in this area and is open from mid September till the 15th
of June.The most popular trips are the 03 days / 02 nights packages. All equipment - life jackets
& helmets, etc. are provided and our experienced staff will guide your raft through the rapids
for an exhilarating trip down the Ganga!
Children under 12 years who wish to do the adult raft trip, would need to get an OK from the
Himalayan Outdoors personnel, who take the decision based on the height & weight ratio for
safety. Younger children can do a calmer trip down river, as well as kayaking, volleyball, frisbee,
baseball, swimming and even hikes into the surrounding forest can be arranged with prior
notice. A day in camp is rounded off with a campfire and a leisurely evening with your fellow
rafters.
ACCOMMODATION
Our capacity is up to 100 persons at any one time, be it in one group or individual families. We
offer large tents on a twin share basis. Each tent accommodates 2 beds, 2 chairs and a small
table. All tents enjoy a clear view of the river and are set apart from each other so that each
enjoys relative privacy. We provide mattresses, pillows with covers, sheets and blankets.
We do not provide towels.
A list of clothes to bring along is attached.
We can arrange to put-in a third bed in the tent for a child (although it is a bit of a tight
squeeze).
TOILETS
In keeping with environmental standards and being situated on a river bank, we offer dry pit
western style toilets that are simple, hygienic and odour free. This type of toilet is the only one
permitted by the Indian Forest department after careful study and research of location and
usage.
SHOWERS
In keeping with the ambience we offer shower enclosures in the forest. Basic but fun! Hot water
is provided. Showers are available at certain times and this will be explained during the camp
briefing on reaching camp.
FOOD
Meals are served at a buffet. The food is good, clean & wholesome. Usually 1 continental & 1
Indian meal per day, with a continental breakfast. Although we have fixed menus, we are
flexible with the menu depending on the guests’ profile. Children are always especially
considered and an early dinner is served to them every evening in consultation with the parents.
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NOTE : All our vegetables are washed in potassium permanganate.
Our water is sourced from a spring on the opposite bank. It has been tested and found free of
amoeba and bacteria. However we add iodine as an extra precaution.
We can provide bottled water at an extra cost.
TRAVEL OPTIONS
1. Dehradun Shatabdi Express – departs New Delhi 0650 hrs. Arrives Haridwar at 1125 hrs.
From Haridwar we can provide a pick-up transfer to the Camp – 90 mins drive by road –
approx. 37 kms.
2. Jan Shatabdi Express – departs New Delhi at 1530 hrs. Arrives Haridwar at 1830 hrs.
Pick-up transfer same as above can be provided.
3. By road – 260 kms from Delhi. Approx. 6-7 hrs driving time. Depending on the time that
you leave Delhi. Early morning is best.
N.B. Any travel arrangements made by us are booked via a travel agent & you are charged
accordingly.
INSURANCE
It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be
asked to sign a liability waiver.
GANGA - FAQs :
Q : Do I need to know swimming to go rafting?
Ans: Not necessary. Our life jackets, equipment and safety briefing by our experienced crew
are more than adequate. However, should you be apprehensive of the big rapids, our
guides will have you walk around them.
Q : What are the age and health restrictions, if any, for rafting?
Ans : There is no upper age limit for rafting as long as you are in reasonably good health.
Minimum 12 yrs. You will be required to sign a liability release prior to the trip. Guardians must
sign on behalf of children. For children below 12 yrs we have certain ‘kiddy’ rafting stretches
which have mild rapids.
Q : What do I need to wear for rafting?
Ans : Himalayan Outdoors’ provides 3mm neoprene wetsuits (full body, sleeveless) in
addition to a paddling jacket, life jacket and helmet is more than adequate for the
colder months (Dec/Jan/Feb). You need wear only thermal underwear (or underwear)
underneath the wetsuit. You will need a pair of strap up sandals or running shoes. No
bare feet. For the warmer months (March, April, October and November), shorts and T-shirts
along with the footwear is adequate.
Q : Is rafting safe/ what can I expect on the trip?
Ans : The Ganges rapids are ideal for the first time rafter where you can expect to get
thoroughly wet and have a lot of fun! The rapids are thrilling yet safe. On the
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International Scale of I to VI in grading rapids, the rapids you will experience are
between II and IV. (Class I being easy and Class VI being exceedingly challenging). Our
guides are in command and will instruct you in basic paddling technique and safety
procedures. In certain sections of mild white water you may be encouraged to “body
surf”. There is a stop for refreshments along the way at “Diving rock” where the more
adventurous can take a plunge into the river. For the more adventurous we have
inflatable kayaks which are stable in white water and our guides would be happy to
instruct you to try some of the milder rapids in such kayaks.
Q : What else can I do at camp besides rafting?
Ans : You can try your hand at kayaking and rappelling and even choose to go on a nature
walk or a day long hike. Sight-seeing in Rishikesh, famous for its ashrams and evening
aarti ceremony. Yoga and meditation classes can also be arranged on request at the
beach camp site. For children we have a trampoline, beach-games and sand castle
building competition!!!!
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