From Sweet Sixteen to The Wall, Rishikesh has all it takes

Sweet-Sixteen

If you want to experience real thrills and fun in life, then you got to head to nature’s lap. For nothing man made can be remotely as exhilarating as what nature can give you. Challenging rapids, mighty mountains, dense jungles and exotic wildlife are India’s best and there is little wonder why Indian tourism is accelerating. Trekking in The Himalayas, whitewater river rafting in Rishikesh, mountain biking along India’s spectacular trails, conquering the skies, exotic jungle safaris and exceptional water sports; they all rule the roost. From the land to the sky and deep down in the waters; India has a lot something for every kind of adventure junkie.

This article explores the indomitable rapids of Rishikesh and reasons why they beckon rafters in thousands. Rapids in Rishikesh are for everyone. The non-swimmers can enjoy whitewater river rafting in Rishikesh as much as the expert rafters. Rapids in the River Rangers range from Grade I to Grade V and seeking professional support is very important regardless of your experience in rafting. The rapids in The Ganges in Rishikesh have different names and include

1. Sweet Sixteen

Sweet Sixteen
Beginning with rapids for amateurs and even the ones that kids can safely enjoy; Sweet Sixteen is as pleasant and sweet as it sounds. There are no serious obstacles in this course and is ideal for family fun.

2. Three Blind Mice

Three Blind Mice
As interesting as the name sounds, Three Blind Mice falls in the category of Grade III rapids. Rafting experience is important during this course because there are a number of narrow waterways that require some expertise to wade through.

3. Cross Fire

Cross Fire
This grade III rapid has some serious obstacles including multiple waves that are high and irregular, rugged rocks and difficult waterways that make it difficult for rafters to wade through this course. This requires some serious rafting experience and the operator should also be experienced to support and make sure your experience is safe and secure.

4. Roller Coaster

Roller Coaster
Another set of Grade III rapids, the roller coaster is characterized by high and irregular waves, sharp rocks and some tough passages. Maneuvering through these rapids require expertise and superior quality rafting gear. Whitewater river rafting in Rishikesh for professionals is seldom complete without conquering rapids like roller coaster, the wall and golf course.

Come enjoy a taste of Rishikesh and indulge in the waters of the Ganges for a truly spiritual and exhilarating experience.

 

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Arjan Kripal
Arjan comes from a family of professional cricketers. His grandfather, father and uncle have all represented India. Arjan himself captained the Indian Under 19 Team, and has played first class cricket for Tamil Nadu. He is a qualified coach, a BCCI match referee and even holds a world record in cricket! Arjan’s cricket career saw him travel extensively across the world. He has since discovered that he has an insatiable wander lust and a flair for planning itineraries for family and friends – a love and skill that has naturally progressed into setting up Get Up and Go. Arjan is a certified scuba diver and has bungee jumped, sky dived and paraglided several times. He has been to every continent and corner of the world, reveling in exotic foods and myriad photo ops; from walking the Inca Trail in Peru, to swimming with Whale sharks in Mexico… Arjan has even come face to face with a Great White Shark in South Africa! “I want to share all my varied journeys with fellow travellers so they can experience, first hand, something that has been so rewarding for me.”