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River Rafting in Rishikesh

India's whitewater capital. Graded rapids on the Ganga, kayak schools, cliff jumping and body surfing, with a September to June season.
Operators
12
Season
Sep-Jun
Region
Uttarakhand

River rafting in India means the Ganga at Rishikesh. The operators run out of Tapovan and the camps along the Shivpuri road, on stretches from the 9 km Brahmapuri float for families to the 16 km Shivpuri run most people book, and the longer Marine Drive and Kaudiyala sections for bigger rapids.

Rishikesh: 16 km, grade II to III, the run most first-timers book. See everything in India

Season in Rishikesh: Mid-September to June on the Ganga at Rishikesh. Rafting stops for the monsoon, roughly July to mid-September. October to November and March to May are the most comfortable; the water is cold from December to February.

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River Rafting operators in Rishikesh

12 operators listed. Prices and reviews show only where the operator has published them.

First time river rafting?

No experience and no swimming needed: everyone wears a life jacket and helmet and the guide does the steering. Operators set a minimum age, usually 12 to 14 depending on the stretch, and the easy Brahmapuri section takes younger children.

River Rafting in Rishikesh: common questions

When is the best time for river rafting in Rishikesh?
Mid-September to June on the Ganga at Rishikesh. Rafting stops for the monsoon, roughly July to mid-September. October to November and March to May are the most comfortable; the water is cold from December to February.
Do I need experience to try river rafting in Rishikesh?
No experience and no swimming needed: everyone wears a life jacket and helmet and the guide does the steering. Operators set a minimum age, usually 12 to 14 depending on the stretch, and the easy Brahmapuri section takes younger children.
How many river rafting operators are listed in Rishikesh?
12: Rafting In Rishikesh, Rafting Ganga Adventure, Outbound Adventure, Jungle Adventure Group, Rishikesh River Rafting, Rishikesh Adventures Hub and others. Only operators we have verified are active appear here.
What is river rafting in Rishikesh like?
16 km, grade II to III, the run most first-timers book.
How much does river rafting in Rishikesh cost?
No operator in Rishikesh has published a price range on Coral Circuit yet, so the cards say "Contact for prices". Ask the operator direct for a current quote.

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