River Rafting Rishikesh
by Aryan Mathur Experience the WorldWhat do you think about the town of Rishikesh? Undoubtedly, it is one of the most popular pilgrimage
centres of India, but Rishikesh is not only confined to its single identity. In
fact, apart from temples, shrines, Ghats and several other religious spots,
Rishikesh makes a good option for adventure seekers, especially for those who
are looking forward to experience river rafting in the holy Ganges.
White Water Rafting Rishikesh is
certainly a better way to witness Rishikesh and its attractions like Laxman
Jhula, Geet Bhawan, Muni-Ki-Reti and numerous ashrams, yoga and meditation
institutes. River Rafting across the river Ganges is a lifetime experience, it
provides you a unique opportunity to explore the far-flung areas and also to
experience the nature at its best.
Moreover, if you have an open wind and want to discover the
new areas, then you are fit to join any of the river-rafting trips that are
organized on the Ganges near Rishikesh.
Rudraprayag-
Rishikesh (Alaknanda), Rafting Stretch : One of the most popular rafting
stretches of India, Rudraprayag- Rishikesh run starts at Rudraprayag situated
at the confluence of two of the main tributaries of the river Ganges namely -
the Alaknanda and the Mandakini. For this rafting expedition, you have to start
your journey a little beyond the
main town of Rudraprayag.
On your
rafting expedition, you will pass through a series of rapids, narrow and
quieter gorges. Rudraprayag - Rishikesh rafting expedition takes around four to
five days, passing through the towns of Srinagar and Devprayag. It provides you
a good chance to see the densely forested Himalayan foothills as well as plenty
of opportunity to visit the old temples en-route.
Tehri- Shivpuri
(Bhagirathi-Alaknanda) Rafting Stretch :Considered one of the best runs of
India, tehri-shivpuri (bhagirathi/alaknanda) river rafting begins at the town
of Tehri,the district headquarters of Tehri Garhwal. Tehri is well-linked by
several buses to major towns in Northern India that include Rishikesh, Haridwar
and Dehradun.
Starting at Tehri, this scenic and exhilarating run goes down the river Bhagirathi,
passes through foaming rapids until it reaches the town of Devprayag. At
Devprayag, the Bhagirathi merges with the Alaknanda and becomes more quieter
than its upper reaches. Further passing Kaudiyala, the run goes on to Shivpuri,
and finally to the town of Rishikesh.
River Rishikesh River Rafting Season
For the
adventure sport of river-rafting, the suitable season depends on the adequacy
of water volume in the rivers. The ideal Rishikesh rafting time are September
to November and the period between March to May.atlastravel providestravelers the best of Rishikesh Raftting deals
and the tour can be booked online by filling up the tour form provided on the
site.
Camping in Rishikesh
For rafting
enthusiasts, Rishikesh Rafting Camps is the best way to stay in Rishikesh. A
number of private operators have their camps near the river Ganges above
Rishikesh. The camps remain operational from the last week of September to mid-December
and from mid-February to last week of April.
In rafting
camps in Rishikesh are equipped with facilities like two single beds with
mattresses, complete bedding, towels etc. Apart from a comfortable stay, the
tour operators also arrange river-rafting excursions varying in duration from
one-day runs to extended camping-rafting expeditions. From the camp base, you
can head for a half-day rafting trip, which doesn't require previous rafting
experience. In addition to fine camping facilities, the operators also provide
experienced guides as well as essential rafting gears. For best of camping
Rishikesh Rafting tour visit "The Camp 5 Elements Rishikesh" located
banks of River Ganges surrounded by 800 meters of silver sand river beach,
thick forests and mountains. The Camp 5 Elements' is indeed the most scenic,
secluded and romantic beach camp on the Ganga.
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