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Ganga Weekend Rafting Trip

Package Price: ₹12800/Per

  • Duration:
    1Night/2Days
  • Location:
    Ganga River, Uttarakhand.
  • Activity Level:
    Challenging(Level: II-III)
  • Group Size:
    6-14 People
TRIP OVERVIEW

River Section & Location: This rafting trip will be operated on the mighty Ganga River from Devprayag to Shivpuri.

Rafting Operating Time (Oct.-March): All the trips will be operated anytime from October first week to end of March. All the participants are requested to report at our base(Shivpuri) at least 30 minuts prior to trip departure time.

Trip Duration: This 1night 2days trip normoly takes 3-4 ours paddling each day but depending on the river volume and road conditions it may takes less or more time.

NOTE: People driving from Delhi/Haridwar/Dehradun should leave 2-3 hours earlier to reach on time, as from the early december to end of february you might have to face foggy/hazy conditions in some area while driving which might slow down your estimated driving time.

RAFTING FROM DEVPRAYAG TO SHIVPURI

The Ganga River in Rishikesh is the closest rafting destination where we operate this trip.

This Rafting Section on the Ganga River is the most famous and scenic river trip. The best river section for people looking for a trip you can enjoy or spand time with your friends, family, and kids.

This river section is around 70km. long(3-4 hours paddling each day and takes 1 night & 2 days to finish.

TRIP DETAILS
  1. GANGA RIVER RAFTING EXPEDITION River on the Ganga River, Rishikesh.

    Reach at our base (Shivpuri) at least 30 minutes before your time slot, from our base it take 30-45 minutes drive to reach Kaudiyala rafting starting point, where our river proffesional provides you all the rafting gear and demonstrate you how to put it on, how to get in the raft, about your safey and some safety or paddle command you need to follow along the river. Our experienced river guides/sefetycraft kayakers will lead you throughout the trip and also give to time to jump in the water, spot wildlife and take pictures to make your trip an excciting and memorable. There are 1 grade-IV rapid(The Wall), 5 grade-III rapids(Daniels Deep, Three Blind Moice, Cross Fire, Return To Center, Roller Coster, and Golf course) and around 8-10 class II rapids along this river section.

    This is the most challenging river section for the people looking for a challenging whitewater in short time. It is around 30 km. river section and takes around 4 hours to complete. From take out (finish point) it is your choice to go to visit nearby tourist places or drive back to our base Shivpuri.

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
WHATS INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR Items that are COVERED in the cost of tour price.
  • Transport from our base(Shivpuri) to the rafting starting point & back to Shivpuri.
  • All the rafting gear (Life jacket, Helmet, Wetsuite, Splace jacket, paddle, and Drybag, etc.).
  • River permit fee's from Tourism & Forest Department.
  • Raft ride & experienced river Guides/Safetycraft kayaker having appropriate training and whitewater rescue and wilderness first-aid/CPR certification.
  • Conprehensive/emergency First-aid kit.
WHATS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR Items that are NOT COVERED in the cost of tour price.
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Visa fees and entry clearing fees
  • Any accommodations & food
  • Transportation beyond the trip route & place of stay.
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Photography ccessories like cameras etc.
FACTS TO CHECK BEFORE BOOKING
  • PARTICIPATION PREREQUISITES
    • Participant should be minimum 18 years old.
    • There is no maximum age limits, we allow depending on participants health/physical level and coffort on water.
    • People with past history/ailment of heart, bypass surgery/epilepsy or with sever asthma are not allowd to participate.
    • Additionally please read and understand the Disclaimers.
  • SEASON & BEST TIME TO VISIT RISHIKESH
    • The rafting season in Rishikesh is longer then any other places in India. You can go rafting from early October to end of June.
    • The officially rafting permite issued from mid September to late June depending on the monsoon/water level and remains closed in the months of Jully and August(dates may changes if water levels are high). The best months to go rafting are October-November and March-April.
    • However we provide neoprene wetsuits from mid November to February as the water temperature drops but still people may feels a bit uncomfortable.
    • May – June is very hot, the town is extremely crowded and the river water starts becoming muddy. Although May and June does see thousands and thousands of rafting enthusiasts every day, it is definitely not the best time to visit Rishikesh.
  • CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

    THESE CHARGES APPLY TO ALL OUR RAFTING DAY TOUR PACKAGES:

    Cancellation made 48 hours prior to departure:Refund 80% of total cost.

    Cancellation made 36 hours prior to departure:Refund 50% of total cost.

    Cancellation made 24 hours prior to departure:Refund 20% of total cost.

    Cancellation made 24 hours to departure:No refund.

    IMPORTANT: There would be no refund if any booking/cancelation made withing 24 hours to departure time or In case of road blocking due to traffic jam, landslide, storm or any other natural disaster etc. we shall not be responsible for any refund of fare.

  • WHAT TO BRING FOR RAFTING

    Quick drying clothes/swimming costume for rafting, waterproof floater kind of sandals with a secured back strap, retainer cord for shades or prescription glasses, cameras, sun protection/block cream, moisturizer, change of clothing to wear after the river trip, towel, etc. Warm clothing after the river trip would be needed from mid November to mid March.

    Bulky clothes, saree, necktie, long skirts, suits are not permitted. Shorts, T-shirt preferably of synthetic materials are recommended

    Please take only necessary items in the river rafting trip, Riverine Adventures is not responsible for your personal belongings like mobile/camera/ring or any kind of jewellery/watch & any other valuable items. Please do take care of your belongings.

  • HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH

    HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH- BY AIR:

    Jolly Grant airport(DED) at Dehradun is the nearest airport to Rishikesh which is approximately 21 kilometers away. Popular carriers like Air India, Spice Jet and Jet Airways often have daily flights from New Delhi. Apart from Delhi, there is a flight from Lucknow to Dehradun as well. Once you reach at the airport, you can opt for regular taxi or bus service which is easily available from Dehradun to Rishikesh. The second nearest international airport for Rishikesh is Indira Gandhi International Airport(DEL), New Delhi which is well-connected with different cities across the globe.

    HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH- BY TRIN:

    The nearest railhead to Rishikesh is in Haridwar Railway Station(HRR) which is approximately 23 kilometers away. Haridwar, in turn, is linked to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow and Varanasi. Some of the popular trains that comes till Rishikesh Railway Station(RKSH) also known as Yog Nagari Rishikesh, situated in Ganga Nagar are Shatabdi Express, Jan Shatabdi, AC Special Express and Mussoorie Express. For those making the journey to Rishikesh, it is advisable to take the train till Haridwar and then either take a bus or hire a taxi to Rishikesh. While the bus would take about 45 minutes, the taxi will take you to Rishikesh in about half an hour.

    HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH- BY BUS:

    Being a popular tourist destination, Rishikesh has a good network of buses connecting it with important places such as Haridwar, Dehradun and New Delhi. Buses depart in the morning and late evening from the Kashmiri Gate ISBT, New Delhi for Rishikesh every day. You can choose from a regular, deluxe or a luxurious coach. It is approximately 245 kilometers away and takes around 5 to 6 hours to reach Rishikesh.

    HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH- BY ROAD/SELF DRIVE:

    Driving up to Rishikesh is worth considering, as it is connected to other cities via the National Highway 58, which is in a good condition for most of the year. The short stretch of hilly terrain may be a little rutted, but peoples prefer to take a taxi or drive up to Rishikesh. The drive from Delhi to Rishikesh would take approximately 5 to 6 hours.

  • OUR PICKUP & DROPOFF INFORMATON

    Riverine Adventures offers pick up and drop-off services for most of its tours. Please read the tour description (Inclusions & exclusions) very carefully to see if pick-up and drop-off services are included in the tour price.

    Your pick up and drop off may not be included in your tour package or can be added as an extra cost.

    You as the traveller are responsible for your pick-up, this includes providing Riverine Adventures with your pick-up location in time as well as being ready at the correct time for the pick-up for your tour.

    Riverine Adventures will provide you with information about your pick-up time through WhatsApp or call on your number which is provided upon booking. If you are unsure when to be ready for your scheduled tour then please contact our mobile +91-8936993689, WhatsApp or mail us at info@riverineadventures.com

    The pick-up process starts with our guides/drivers preparing the vehicles and checking the pick-up lists of the tours. The routes they take each time is dependent on how many pick-ups there are for each tour as well as where those pick-up points are located. It might take up to 30 min for our guides to reach your pick-up point, so please wait patiently for us to arrive.

    Optimal is for you to wait outside at the pick-up point, so that our guides can easily find you upon the arrival. We wish to do all we can to make the pick-up process as smooth as possible, and we hope you will do the same.

    Please note that missing the pick-up does not entitle you to a refund of the price paid for the services. You are responsible to be ready for pick up at the assigned pick up point from the start of the pick-up time in order to not miss our guides when they arrive to pick you up.

PACKAGE PRICE & TIME SLOTS
TRIP TIME SLOTS From March-June, 2023 PRICE PER PERSON Pices May Change Anytime AVAILABILITIES Confirmed Your Seat  
8 AM to 12 PM (Everyday)
₹2800/Per Person
Availaible on request
12:30 PM to 4:30 PM (Everyday)
₹2800/Per Person
Available on request

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