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Himachal River Rafting Tours
The main 'commercial' rafting river in the state is the Beas, a prominent river, which begins near Manali and flows through Kullu before reaching the Pandoh Dam.
The Beas River is a favorite with many seasoned rafters due to the challenges it offers with its Grade IV and V rapids. The best stretches to raft the Beas lie between Manali and Pandoh Dam. The view from the river around Pandoh Dam is breath taking, as the river exits a massive gorge at this point.
Other rivers in Himachal besides the Beas are the Sutlej and the Chandra Bhaga, however parts of these rivers are uncharted waters and are only for the experienced.
There are four rivers In Himachal where you can enjoy White Water Rafting. The main rafting river is the Beas, which begins near Manali and flows through Kullu before reaching the Pandoh Dam.
The Beas River is a favorite with many seasoned rafters due to the challenges it offers with its Grade IV and V rapids. The best stretches to raft the Beas lie between Manali and Pandoh Dam.
You can raft on the rapids of Beas, especially between Shamsi and Aut. This is around 20 km stretch and provides most thrilling rafting experience. The view from the river around Pandoh Dam is breath taking, as the river exits a massive gorge at this point.
Second rising from the Raigarh glacier, river Ravi makes its way down Chamba valley. The third river, Chenab originates from the tributaries, Chandra and Bhagha and passes swiftly through the Chenab or Pangi valley.
It finally enters the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Lastly, there is Satluj River that originates beyond Indian borders and enters the country near Shipkila and is later joined by the Spiti River at Khab. This river flows through Kinnaur and Shimla.
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Rafting Places In Himachal :
There are four rivers in Himachal that offer opportunities to enjoy white water rafting. These rivers flow in the north westerly direction and are almost parallel to one another. The first of these, Beas has its genesis in the Rohtang Pass and flows through the Kullu valley. Rising from the Raigarh glacier, river Ravi makes its way down Chamba valley. The third river, Chenab originates from the tributaries, Chandra and Bhagha and passes swiftly through the Chenab or Pangi valley. It finally enters the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Lastly, there is Satluj river that originates beyond Indian borders and enters the country near Shipkila and is later joined by the Spiti river at Khab. This river flows through Kinnaur and Shimla.
Amongst all these river, rafting in Beas has gained tremendous popularity. You can raft on the rapids of Beas, specially between Shamsi and Aut. This is around 20 km stretch and provides most thrilling rafting experience. This river is also the venue for many rafting competition in the state. And while talking about venues for rafting races, the Sutlej near Shimla, Ravi near Chamba and the Chandra in Lahaul are not behind. Only chances for rafting races are being found out on the Spiti river.
Tourists Info :
The first important thing to know about rafting in Himachal is the season in which it can be enjoyed. Summers, spring and autumn are the time to go on a rafting since during winters and part of monsoons, this sport is stopped for a while.
The equipments required for river rafting are provided by HTPDC, Himachal Tourism Development Corporation. These equipments include dinghy (inflatable rubber life raft), lifejackets and helmets. Apart from these, an expert guide is also provided for the benefit of rafters. There are certain things, that you will need to carry yourself as well. Amongst these items are sunscreen lotion, sunglasses, shorts, T-shirts, suitable shoes, a windproof jacket, a light sweater, towels, a flashlight and not to forget, a camera and first aid kit. Those who are under medication must carry their required medicine along. You can carry your personal items in a small dry box or a bag.
Certain items that definitely need to be left behind are your car keys, wallets and cell phones
Courses in river rafting are offered by both HPTDC and private operators. It is quiet easy to learn rafting with the help of expert trainers in a matter of just a few hours.
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