River rafting in Rishikesh, Uttaranchal
River rafting in Rishikesh (Brahampuri)
A) Starting Point : Brahampuri
Level : Class II and III rapids
Stretch –9 Kms
Season : Mid september to June.
River rafting in Rishikesh Shivpuri
B) Starting Point : Shivpuri
Level : Class III and IV rapids
Stretch –16 Kms
Season : Mid september to June.
River rafting in Rishikesh Marine Drive
C) Starting Point : Marine Drive
Level : Class IV rapids
Stretch –25 Kms
Season : Mid september to June.
River rafting in Rishikesh Kaudiyala
D) Starting Point : Kaudiyala
Level : Class IV and V rapids
Stretch –36 Kms
Season : Mid september to June.
GRADING OF RAPIDS (RAPID GRADES) :
Grade I - Relaxing – an easy and slow-moving current.
Grade II - Clear passages and moderate waves.
Grade III - Adventurous, some technical maneuvers required.
Grade IV - Thrilling - rapids occur in a faster current, powerful waves.
Grade V - Long exciting rapids, large waves and scouting is very necessary
Grade VI - Virtually impossible, Don't try this!