Pahalgam River
Rafting
Rafting Pahalgam
Kashmir can be a part of your any tour program with us or you
can do it as a separate option even if you are travelling on
your own.The stretch for 2.5 km white water rafting Pahalgam (
lidder joy ride ) , 5 km White Water Rafting Pahalgam ( lidder
long ride ) and 8 km White Water Rafting Pahalgam (extra long
ride ) with grade II to III and IV rapids on Lidder River which
flows from Pahalgam is located at Varganpal bridge , Varganpal
bridge and langanbal Bridge, 12 km,12 km and 3 Km from Pahalgam
and 72 km ,72 km and 88 km from Srinagar respectively.
The lidder river (Lidder
means turmeric) originates from Mt Kolahoi glacier and Shehnag
lake etc. flows from North West to south east as a great delight
through Pahalgam into river Jhelum, one of the five rivers of
Punjab which join ultimately Indus.
The stretches of
white water rafting Pahalgam ( lidder joy ride with grade II to
III rapids ) and ( lidder long ride with grade II to III rapids
) are of introductory to moderate difficulty but the stretch of
white Water Rafting Pahalgam( Lidder Extra long Ride with grade
II ,II and IV rapids ) is bit-technically difficult at a few
rapids of grade IV rapids. But nothing to worry about much as
our professionally trained guides will take good care of you. We
use Extra guide or two to ensure safety on grade IV rapids This
trip is recommended for the people who have done some sort of
rafting earlier.The rafting trip start at Langanbal Bridge and
finishes at Ganeshpora a distance of 8 km will be reached in
half an hour. Even the ride is short but it is a lot of joy for
all ages from 12 years onward.
Rafting On The River Indus
While water levels are high, between the end of June and late
August, Leh's more entrepreneurial travel agents operate rafting
trips on the river Indus. The scene is still in its infancy, and
the routes tame by comparison with Nepal's, but floating
downstream in a rugged and beautiful landscape.
The Two River Stretches
Two different stretches of the river are used: from Spitok to
the Indus Zanskar confluence at Nimmu, and from Nimmu to the
ancient temple complex at Alchi. Experienced rafters may also
want to try the more challenging route between Alchi and Khalsi,
which takes in the kilometre long series of rapids at Nurla.
Several agents around Fort Road offer white water rafting on the
Indus, but all are acting as agents for Delhi based operators
who bring the equipment up during the season. Tickets should be
booked at least a day in advance, preferably through the
operators themselves.
Rafting Centres
The three best-established and most reliable companies in Leh
are:
· Ri Mo Rafting, who work from the Hotel Kang La Chen near The
Ecology Centre; highland adventures, on the first floor of the
Hotel Ibex Complex.
· Indus Himalaya, opposite the Hotel Yak Tail on Fort Road.
Note: Make sure while booking that the price includes transport
to and from the river, rental of life vests and helmets, and
meals, and that the raft has a waterproof strong box for
valuable.
River Rafting in Ladakh
River rafting in Ladakh is quite unlike anywhere else in the
world. It provides the best opportunity to enjoy and experience
the natural beauty of the spectacular landscape with deep
gorges, towering snow-capped peaks, hilltop monasteries,
hillside villages, and glimpses of the unique wildlife. Ladakh
offers a range of rafting options on the Indus and its major
tributaries. The best stretch for professionally guided runs in
white water is on the Indus between Spituk and Nimu or Saspol,
which rates 2 to 3 in the international river grading scale of 1
to 6. Upstream of Spituk, the Indus has the easiest stretch up
to Karu, which is ideal for basic training or "scenic floating".
In recent years, running the Indus has become an attractive
option to complement with sightseeing, and features on the
itinerary of most visitors. Several travel agencies offer
all-inclusive rafting packages. Ask for details at the Tourist
Office at Leh.
The most difficult but exciting rafting option is available on
the Zanskar River, along its spectacular course through a gorge
in the Zanskar Mountains, between Padum and Nimu. This is
suitable only for well-organized white-water expeditions,
prepared for about a week of rafting and camping in absolute
wilderness. Participants are required to be trained rafters
themselves while the arrangements should be assigned to a
dependable professional agency. Adequate arrangement for rescue
back-up is an essential prerequisite for embarking upon this
white-water expedition.
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