Rishikesh has become one of the famous White water rafting destinations. The key ingredient, of course, is still the tremendous white water that courses through the spectacular mountain scenery. Rafting through the Ganges is an above the world experience.
Ganga river is the most sacred river of the Hindus ,which is originate from Gomukh(Gangotri) Himalaya. Apart from that, the river is considered one of the best rivers rafting sites in the world. The river Ganges cuts against the rocky banks, crash into rocks, crevices and breaking into white water rapid Ganga offers the professional as well as the beginners the thrill of whitewater river rafting. Their waters are grade IV to V, challenging the rafter to survive the thrill.
There are many rivers rafting sites in river Ganges, Rishikesh is the ideal starting point for experienced as well as beginners. The river rafting stretch of 36 kms from Kaudiyala to Rishikesh has 12 major rapids, which needs some basic rafting training.
Sivpuri at a distance 10kms from Rishikesh is another ideal river rafting site . where camping facilities are present along the banks of Ganges River.The camps are well equipped . Beside the camping facilities, tourists are also provided with Expert guides and top quality equipment and rafting gear.
Rafting Season in Rishikesh:
The suitable period for rafting depends on the adequacy of water volume. Thus September-November and March-April-May are most appropriate.
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Rishikesh is foothill of himalaya . which take you through the fantastic mountain ranges of Rishikesh .Himalayas are spectacularly beautiful and can quickly stun the senses into submission. The Himalayas offer unlimited opportunities to experience not only the natural beauty but also the unique mountain cultures, which thrive there. So trekking in the Himalayas is completely mind blowing offering a chance to have a close encounter with spectacular views of greater Himalayan range .If you are adventure enthusiastic and love trekking, than Rishikesh uttaranchal is perfect destination.
Best Season for Trekking in Himalays
starts from late spring to summer, covers all most the whole year including winter at lower altitude regions. Uttaranchal the ideal trekking time is best between the months of May to October.
The most famous Trek around Rishikesh are
- Kunjapuri Trek
- Nilkanth Trek
- Surkunda Trek
The Corbett National Park Located at the foothills of the western Himalayas in the state of Uttranchal Corbett National Park was established in the year 1936 India's first and finest national park. The Corbett National Park was named after the late Jim Corbett, great hunter and wildife conservationist, The park spans across some 920.9 square km at an altitude of 600 to 1100 metres in the districts of Nainital and Pauri Garhwal in the state of Uttaranchal. With the help of the World Wildlife Fund in the year 1973 this park became one of the first such tiger reserves in the country.
The main gates of the of national park is Chilla. Chilla is 15 kms from Rishikesh on the east western side.