Rafting in Uttaranchal : Rishikesh and Kodiyala

In Garhwal region, Ganga river offers the professional as well as the amateur the exhilaration of white water rafting. The Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, are the main tributaries of the Ganga and meet at Devprayag, frothing from their racy descent. Their waters are of Grade IV to V, challenging the expert to savour the thrill.

Down river from Devprayag, the Ganga changes into a pool drop river. This stretch of almost 70 km is perfect for amateur and the novice, for here the river offers some fine Grade III rapids and two Grade IV 'GOLF COURSE', 4 km below Shivpuri village; each followed by rapids, the 'WALL' at Byasi and the deep and placid pools.

Sandy beaches line the river at intervals, allowing river rafters to pull up alongside. The slopes on either side are covered with oak, pine, spruce and fur, with the occasional village and its terraced fields dotting the landscape. Wildlife is visible at a distance, comprising mainly of spotted deer, monkey, leopard, while multi-hued butterflies fit among flowering bushes. Spiritual retreats and ashrams overlook the river and add to the spiritual experience.

River Alaknanda

• Kaliasaur to Srinagar - 16 km, tourist stretch.
• Srinagar to Bagwan - 20 km, tourist stretch.
• Kaliasaur to Rishikesh.

River Bhagirathi

• Matli to Dunda - 12 km. Both professional and tourist stretch.
• Harsil to Uttarkashi
• Dharasu to Chham - 12 km. Both professional and tourist stretch.
• Jangla to Jhala - 20 km. Both professional and tourist stretch.
• Bhaldyana to Tehri - Both professional and tourist stretch.

Bhilangana River

• Ghansali to Gadolia 32 km. Professional stretch.

River Mandakani

• Chandrapuri to Rudraprayag 26 km. Professional stretch.

Source: GMVN Website

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