“Light seems low, sun still is not out of the veil of night and behind the wall of mighty Himalayas, but surely is on its way. Giving way to its shy rays, the façade of sky is undergoing transparency slowly. It is time to wake up in the cool of early morning, to get started and equipped for a rafting experience of life.”
After coming to Rishikesh in Uttarakhand with a mindset of enjoying White Water River rafting, you would surely come across this face of nature, opening eyes on the day. People love to stay in camps and not in hotel rooms for the sheer joy of staying in touch with the nature, even if only for a short while.
Ganges in Rishikesh is deemed to be the best river to have fun on mild rapids without any need of going under rigorous training or so. Even kids can have their share of fun under supervision. The place in itself is associated with holiness and piety due to its association with Lord Vishnu, as the name means. Not to forget it as a place from where pilgrimage like Chardham gets started. This is why coming here invokes to do many things at once, be it meditation through yoga or worshiping the divine or adventure on the Ganges.
Rafting- A Water-Induced Joy!
Uttarakhand is unique, the way it is associated with God and Nature. Himalayas, rivers, various treks where a lot of activities are organized, is the way this northern state welcomes people. River Rafting in Rishikesh is one such sport that has made a popular destination out of this place. It is considered best in comparing to various other destinations for many reasons:
Beach Camping
Kaudiyala, Byasi, Marine Drive, Shivpuri, Brahmpuri and NIM are the places in Rishikesh where camping is done for the next day rafting. One can have unlimited fun on river beaches just as on a sea beach. And Alpine tents will only add to the experience similar to the kind worded in the first paragraph.
For all age-groups
River Ganges is considered to be the safest of all the rivers for this sport. Rafting could be started from various places according to the comfort level of the rafter, based on which the stretch is decided. Children care best to enjoy the mild of rapids from Brahmpuri to NIM while the adrenaline seekers with experience can start from the highest point Kaudiyala or Marine Drive. Thrill seekers yet beginners have the middle range, starting from Shivpuri. So, there is something for everyone.
Numerous Rapids
If people raft, they are bound to encounter rapids and Ganges have loads of them. When we say, rafting for all age groups, it also hints the safety with respect to naturally occurring bouncy jumpy water spot somewhere in the middle. When instructions of the professionals who organize rafting expeditions are followed without flaw, the chances of mishappenings go down to zero. From Sweet Sixteen to The Wall, exploring rapids is one of the many experience on a raft.
Natural Views
This is just an added advantage that comes bundled with the opportunity of rafting. Mountains, river, greenery and chanced glimpse of wildlife nearby, what more a person on outing could expect?
Access to other places
Taking pilgrimage in India is a task one has to do in a lifetime. Coming down to Rishikesh and closing eyes from this aspect is unlikely if one has time. Thus, trip to Rishikesh can be extended to a tour of Chardham of Uttarakhand, if wished.
More fun to the itinerary
is not the only thing one has to do. The place is a magnet for a lot of other activities like fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, rappelling, bungee jumping, bridge slithering, flying fox, etc., provided a tourist has that much time in his schedule.
With so many reasons, any one would get a rafting tour package today, instantly understanding that this is the best place for the experience. What are you waiting for?
About Author:
Shubhanshi is a blogger. She enjoys traveling around various destinations in India and abroad. She is an avid adventure lover. In her blogs you can find plentiful information about various thrilling activities which can be explored in India and Abroad.