Complete information on Rafting in India

Complete information on Rafting in India

The challenge of a turbulent river is no less than that of the rugged mountains. The icy heights of the

Himalayas are the source of some of India's mighty rivers. Fed by innumerable streams they race along

tortuous boulder strewn beds, cutting deep gorges and breaking into silvery white rapids. The term

'White water' refers to foamy and whitish appearance of fast flowing water. The white water river

rafting is quite thrilling and adventurous. With the intricate network of mountain rivers flowing

through a myriad of different colors of rocky Gorges, forests, flowers and high mountain villages, the

hills provide ideal locals for the perfect water adventure.

The sport of white water river rafting calls for a triumph over the swift, swirling river as it gushes

past spectacular mountains. It is practiced mainly in the upper reaches where the water is wild and

white as it froths and foams, crashing against narrow gorges, rocky outcrops and falls at deep

gradients. The suitable period for river running depends on the adequacy of water volume. Thus

September - November and March - April - May are most appropriate. The equipment required is ordinary

outdoor gear, goggles, antiseptic cream and a liking for getting wet.

One of the great advantages of rafting is to travel leisurely through the varied terrain and enjoy

interaction with the locals and take photographs. In river running each day could hold promise of new

discoveries. Most travel agencies have included rafting in their trekking itineraries. They use the

most modern unsinkable rubber rafts and have a set of reasonably trained river guides who have also

developed some expertise in cooking and first aid.

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