Adventure Rafting

 

Experience Water Sport in jammu & Kashmir (Ladakh–Leh)
Jammu & Kashmir offers several opportunities for water sports. Amongst them River rafting and water skiing are very popular.

 

Note:
Make sure while booking that the price includes transport to and from the river, rental of life vests, helmets, meals and that the raft has a waterproof strong box for valuable.

 

Rafting On The River Indus
Between the end of June and late August, when water levels are high, Leh's most travel agents and travel operators organize rafting trips on the Indus river. This event is still in its infancy with floating downstream in a rugged and beautiful landscape. Experience Water Sport in Kashmir.

 

River Rafting in Ladakh
River rafting in Ladakh is difficult to find anywhere else in the world. It provides the best opportunity to enjoy and observe the natural beauty of the awesome landscapes with snow-covered mountain peaks, deep gorges, hillside villages, towering hilltop monasteries and glimpses of the unique wildlife. Ladakh provides an array of rafting options on the Indus and its main 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 beginners training. In recent years, running the Indus has become a popular option and features on the itinerary of most travelers.

 

The most difficult but enthusing rafting option is available on the Zanskar River, along its daring course through a gorge in the Zanskar Mountains, between Padum and Nimu. This is fitted only for well-organized white-water expeditions, framed for about a week of rafting and camping in complete wilderness. It is necessary that the participants are trained rafters themselves while the arrangements are assigned to a reliable professional agency. Adequate arrangement for rescue operation is an important prerequisite for undertaking this white-water expedition.

 

The Two River Stretches
Two different stretches of the river are engaged: from Spituk to the Indus Zanskar unites at Nimmu, and from Nimmu to the ancient temple complex at Alchi. Skilled rafters may also be desirous 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 arrange white water rafting on the Indus, who bring up the equipment for rafting during the season. One should book tickets at least a day in advance, preferably through the tour agent themselves.

 

On for River Rafting in Ladakh, India: June to October
Ladakh River Rafting Destinations: River Indus and its major tributaries and Zanskar River. River rafting in Ladakh takes you through its picturesque landscape, consisting of deep canyons, soaring snow-covered peaks, hilltop monasteries, hillside villages, and unique wildlife. The best time for river rafting tourism in Ladakh is from June to October. Amongst the numerous options for white water rafting in Leh Ladakh, the main ones are:

 

IndusRiver
Indus River as well as its major tributaries in Ladakh offers a wide range of river rafting options. One of the best stretches on the Indus River is the one between Spituk and Nimu or Saspol. However, those new to river rafting must go for the easiest stretch upstream from Spituk up to Karu.

 

Zanskar River
Zanskar River in Ladakh has on offer some of the most difficult, but exciting, rafting options. One of these stretches is the one between Padum and Nimu, through a gorge in the Zanskar Mountains. However, this trek will take upto a week.

 

Rafting in Ladakh Tour Packages

Duration: 8 Nights - 9 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Leh - Hemis - Stakna - Thiksey - Spituk - Delhi

 

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Met on arrival at international airport and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

 

Day 02: Delhi-Leh
Transfer to airport to board flight to Leh. Welcome upon arrival at the Leh airport (3,500 Mt) and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free for acclimatization. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 03: Leh
Morning after breakfast proceed to visit Sankar monastery which is situated on the valley floor. Afternoon free at leisure. Evening proceed to Ladakh Ecological centre to see a small documentary film on Ancient Heritage of Ladakh. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 04 : Leh-Hemis-Stakna-Thiksey(Drive/Rafting)
Morning after breakfast drive 50 kms to visit the famous Hemis Monastery which has some of the most precious Tankhas, silver Stupas and enshrines statues of various Buddhist god and goddesses. Later drive back to Stakna. Upon arrival meet the Rafting team includes the Raft driver and helper. Proper instruction for Rafting as well as safety techniques shall be given. Wear the life jacket and begin a thrilling white water rafting along river Indus. Raft along smooth river to reach Thiksey. Enroute stop at Stakna Bridge and have Lunch. Afternoon Raft again and stop at Thiksey and check-in at the camps. Overnight stay in tents.

 

Day 05: Thiksey-Spituk(rafting)
Morning after breakfast drive to visit Thiksey Monastery-this imposing monastery situated on a hill overlooking the village has a huge statue of Shakayamuni Buddha. Later drive 2 kms further to visit Shey Palace, which was earlier the Royal Palace. Drive back to camp and start Rafting to reach Spituk. Lunch Enroute. This is one of the most beautiful stretches overlooking Stok Kangri on your left and zig-zag along the river. Check-in at the camps in Spituk for overnight stay.

 

Day 06: Spituk-Leh(drive)
Morning after breakfast pack up and drive to visit Spituk Monastery overlooking the whole Indus valley. Later drive to Leh City and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon free to explore the local market. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 07: Leh
Morning after breakfast proceed to visit a local Ladakhi house and enjoy local tea with the family. Later in the evening proceed to witness Traditional Ladakhi dance. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 08: Leh-Delhi(Flight)
Morning after breakfast transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. Met on arrival at Delhi and transfer to hotel. Afternoon at leisure for independent activities.

 

Day 09: Depart Delhi
Transfer to international airport in time to board the flight to onward destination.