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Rafting
| India is known as a country of white
water. There are several explored and unexplored white water resources,
so be ready- helmets on-life jackets fastened. we are going to take you
to the breath- taking world of white water. |
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White Water Rafting
Garhwal offer you the adrenaline
pumping thrill of negotiating a foaming rapid, gently floating passed
terraced hillsides, forests and canyons. Also, camping on the beach
in the eternal Himalayas. Absorbing every aspect of our rivers & their
environs is part of the excitement and enchantment of any white water
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All this is in the capable safe hands
of the most experienced River Guides in India who have been trained
by expert instructors, including some from the United States of America.
White water rafting trips ...
Expeditions on offer :
Ganga weekend / weekdays, 1-4 days
trip.
Best time, October to April.
Alaknanda / Bhagirathi expeditions,
6 days.
Best time, October & April
For further information contact:
info@garhwalhimalayas.com
Equipment and safety
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Special inflatable 16 - 22 ft rafts
which are compartmentalised and unsinkable. They are manoeuvred by an oar
/ paddle combination.
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Minimum age for participation is 14
years. Younger childern are allowed on certain sections of the rivers with
safety being the priority.
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All members get full safety gear
- U.S. coast guard approved life-jackets, helmets, water proof dry
bags & camping gear. Complete safety briefing to all the members at
the start of the trip. All trips can be made by beginners unless otherwise
indicated.
Rapid grading :
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Class 1 : Easy moving water, small waves,
on obstacles.
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Class 2: Moderate difficulty,
with clear passage.
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Class 3: Difficult, high irregular
waves, narrow clear passage, require precise manoeuvring.
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Class 4: Very difficult long rapid,
powerful irregular waves and hydraulics, require precise manoeuvring.
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Class 5: Extremely difficult,
long violent and highly congested rapid. For team of experts only.
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Class 6: Unrunnable
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