If you are looking for a fun and adventure place then Rishikesh is the best place to visit, There you can enjoy lots of Fun Games, Adventure activities, trekking points & Pilgrims, Rishikesh is also very Popular for Yoga & Meditation all over the world, People from different Countries came here for Yoga meditation. Rishikesh is also known as the Yoga Capital of India.
Brief Detail about Rafting in Rishikesh
River rafting is a sport that is not only enjoyed by adults but also enjoyed by all types of people, kids, and families. River Rafting in Rishikesh is available in various stretches. It starts from Brahmpuri a small stretch of 09 km. to 24 km. of stretch which is most popular among the youngsters. The long stretch can be only done by Professionals. There are various Rafting companies available in Rishikesh, but anyone who is going for Rafting in Rishikesh should book the rafting only from authorized companies and professional guides.
Why one should Go for Rafting in Rishikesh ??
White water River Rafting in Rishikesh is the most popular rafting because this is going in The longest River of India by the name of River Ganga. If you are coming to visit this place you can not stop yourself from doing this activity.
River Rafting in Ganga River:- Ganga River is the holy river of India, doing Rafting in River Ganga and staying in the camp near the river gives you a different feel to the Adventure Lovers. River Rafting in Ganga river will give you a memorable lifetime experience of staying there.
Team Building Work:- For doing the Rafting in River Ganga you have to do a team Building work with your subordinates, then only you can enjoy and make it memorable, People coming from the corporate sector enjoy this team-building activity and it teaches them how to work with a team.
Rafting Season in Rishikesh – Mid September to Mid June
Rafting Best Time – 15th September to 30th April
River Rafting Points in Rishikesh ( Popular Points for Rafting )
1. Brahmpuri Rafting ( 09 km.) This stretch starts from the Brahmpuri and ends at Ramjhula, This is the shortest stretch of around 09 km. This Stretch is mostly enjoyed by the beginners and the kids. Rapids covered in this stretch – Terminator, Double Trouble, and Hilton
Cost – Approx. Rs. 500/- Per Person
Time – 1-2 Hours
2. Shivpuri Rafting ( 16 km.) This stretch starts from Shivpuri Point and ends to Ramjhula & Laxman Jhula, this is the most popular stretch of 16 km. This stretch is mostly enjoyed by Adventure lovers and professionals who have already done the rafting in past. Rapids covered in this stretch – Terminator, Double Trouble, Hilton, Three Blind Mice, Roller coaster, Golf course, Club House & Initiation.
cost – Approx. Rs. 900/- Per Person
Time – 2-3 Hours
3. Marine Drive ( 24 km. ) This stretch starts from Marine Drive Point and ends at Laxman Jhula, this is the toughest stretch and is mostly done by professionals only. Rapids covered – Terminator, The Wall, Double Trouble, Three Blind Mice, Roller Coaster, Golf Course, Club House.
Cost – Approx. 1500/- Per Person
Time – 3-4 Hours
Most Famous Rapids enjoyed during River Rafting in Rishikesh
- The Wall Rapid
- Sweet Sixteen Rapid
- Double trouble Rapid
- Hilton Rapid
- Terminator Rapid
- Shivpuri Rapid
- Club House Rapid
- Body Surfing
- Cliff Jumping
- Three Blind Mice
- CrossFire Rapid
Places to visit in Rishikesh Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Bungy Jumping, Flying Fox, Ganga Aarti, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan, Muni ki Reti, Bharat Mandir, Rishikund, Tera Manila Temple, Vashishtha Cave, Kunjapuri Temple, Shivananda Temple, Omkaranand Temple, Swarg Ashram, Nirmal Ashram
Apart from that if you want to know about Summer Fashion Trends then please visit our Travel category.