Spruce up Your Rishikesh Trip with Ganga River Rafting

Ganga rafting in Rishikesh has gained steady popularity in the last few years with adventure enthusiasts from India and abroad flocking to the town for a taste of what it has to offer. The rising demand for the sport has naturally led to the growth of several rafting tour operators in Rishikesh. It’s important to partner with the right company to have a good experience. Red Chilli Adventure is the best river rafting company in Rishikesh with 20 years of expert experience in the region and knowledge of the sport. Our staff of highly-trained instructors accompany you on each tour and give you a detailed brief about safety guidelines at the start of your trip. We provide all imported rafting equipment like paddles, life jackets, helmets and Clean fresh smelling wetsuit and splash jacket in winter time. We also provide transport to and from the starting point of the trip. So, the next time you’re in Rishikesh and looking for an adventure, make sure you book with us for an adrenaline rush like no other!

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16km River Rafting from Shivpuri - Tour
16km River Rafting from Shivpuri
₹ 1,500
3 Hours
Every Day at 9:00AM and 2:00PM
Red Chilli Adventure - Rishikesh
16km River Rafting from Shivpuri
₹ 1,500
Actual Distance: 12 Km                                           Grade: III, III+ (Moderate Level). Season: Mid Sept till end of June. Rafting from Shivpuri to NIM beach- Rishikesh is called 16km by every operator in Rishikesh but in actual it is not 16km. It is around 11-12km by River and takes around 1 and half to 2 hours to complete. It features roughly seven rapids, both minor and large. Roller Coaster (III+), Golf Course (III+), and Club House are some of the good rapids we run on this stretch (III). Although there are some large waves and hydraulics, these rapids are safe to raft. The travel to the starting place takes about 30 minutes to an hour, followed by another 30 minutes for preparation, raft inflation, and safety training. We board the rafts when the safety briefing is completed. It's a two-hour river adventure with plenty of splashes and powerful hits. We complete our rafting excursion just before Laxman Jhula and then drive back to the Red Chilli Adventure office in 5 minutes. read more read less
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26km River Rafting from Marine Drive - Tour
26km River Rafting from Marine Drive
₹ 2,000
4 Hours
Every Day at 9:00AM and 2:00PM
Red Chilli Adventure - Rishikesh
26km River Rafting from Marine Drive
₹ 2,000
Actual Distance : 17 Km                                         Grade: III, III+ (Moderate Level). Season: Mid Sept till End of June   Rafting from Marine drive to NIM beach- Rishikesh is called 26km by every operator in Rishikesh but in actual it is not 26km. It is around 16-17km by River and takes around 2 and half to 3 hours to complete.There are nearly ten grade III and grade III+ rapids along this length of water, each of which is named after the type of rapid. The Three Blind Mice is a category III rapid named for the fact that the water appears practically placid until you reach three rapids that follow each other quite closely. Cross Fire (III), Roller Coaster (III+), Golf Course (III+), and Club House are the other rapids (III). The excursion begins with a 45-minute to one-hour journey to the starting spot, where a proper safety briefing is given and the rafts and other equipment are prepared. The important thing to remember is that this is a rather straightforward stretch, even if an unexpected hydraulic or large wave may arise at any time, which our guides will handle with ease. The rafting down the river takes about 2-3 hours in total, though it can take up to 3-4 hours during the months of December and January. We complete our rafting excursion just before Luxman Jhula in Rishikesh, and then go back to the Red Chilli Adventure office by jeep which takes 5-10minute. read more read less
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35km River Rafting from Kaudiyala - Tour
35km River Rafting from Kaudiyala
₹ 3,000
6 Hours
Every Day at 9:00AM
Red Chilli Adventure- RIshikesh
35km River Rafting from Kaudiyala
₹ 3,000
Actual Distance: 28 Km                                          Grade: III+, IV (Moderate Level). Season: Mid Sept till End of June.  Rafting from Kaudiyala to NIM beach- Rishikesh is called 35km by every operator in Rishikesh but in actual it is not 35km. It is around 28 km by River and takes around 3 and half to 4 hours to complete. This is another grade III, III+ rafting section with one grade IV rapid, The Wall, which can be a flipper at times, causing the raft to flip over and fling us into the water. And, contrary to popular belief, it is actually more fun and exciting than dangerous because each raft is not only equipped with experienced guides and a variety of safety equipment, but each of you is also wearing a life jacket, making drowning impossible. Apart from the 30-minute drive to the starting point and the time it takes to give safety instructions and equipment, the river takes about 4-5 hours to complete and has about 12 rapids, some small and some large, all of which are named Daniel's Dip (III+), The Wall (IV), Three Blind Mice (III+), CrossFire (III), Roller Coaster (III), Golf Course (III+), and Club House (III). The travel to the starting place takes roughly an hour, followed by 30 minutes of preparation and safety briefing. The adrenaline-pumping adventure comes to a close just before Laxman Jhulla in Rishikesh, where it's only a 5-minute drive back to The Red Chilli Adventures Office.   read more read less
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Our River Rafting Trips in Rishikesh

Our Ganga river rafting trip from Kaudiyala is a half-day trip covering mostly grade III and III+ rapids. This covers a 35-kilometre stretch usually over a span of 4-5 hours on the water. The full stretch of this trip is covered only when the river is running relatively high and needs a group of at least six people. On the Kaudiyala rafting trip you can encounter 12 rapids including Daniel’s Dip (III+), Three Blind Mice (III+), Cross Fire (III), Roller Coaster (III+), Golf Course (III+), and Club House (III). There is a Grade IV rapid on this stretch called The Wall, which can be a bit of a flipper at times meaning, it can cause the raft to capsize. However, this poses no real danger especially with our trained safety instructors on board who are prepared to deal with any such accidents.

The Marine Drive trip is another good route for Ganga rafting in Rishikesh. This 26-kilometre trip is run almost every day and covers ten Grade III and III+ rapids. It usually takes 2-3 hours to complete this trip, although in the winter months of December and January it can take between 3-4 hours. For a last-minute plan, this is a great trip to join. 

The Shivpuri down white-water rafting trip takes place in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. It is a 16-kilometre stretch that we cover in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Here too, we encounter 7 rapids including big and small ones. This short trip is a great way of getting a quick taste of the sport. Although it does have Grade III and III+ rapids, beginners too can enjoy this trip under the guidance of our rafting instructors. 

Enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas

River rafting in Rishikesh offers breath-taking views of the surrounding Himalayan range. Uttarakhand is home to some of the best-known peaks of the range including several sacred sites like the Yamunotri and Gangotri glaciers. The Ganga is regarded as a holy river by Hindus who come to Rishikesh in hordes to absolve their sins in the sacred water. Rafting on the Ganga offers a great vantage point for stunning views of the mountains. On clear days, the mountains are a sight to behold with the sun lighting up their snowy peaks with myriad hues. The trips offered by Red Chilli Adventure take you across different stretches of the Ganga, so you can enjoy the views of the mountains from various angles. The landscape of Uttarakhand is also beautiful and diverse with the terrain and vegetation changing with varying altitudes. Rafting on Ganga takes you across the valley with 360-degree views of the environs. 

Budget-friendly river rafting trips for all 

Red Chilli Adventure offers some great budget-friendly trips to be enjoyed by everybody. We offer the best rates in the market alongside the best rafting experience for our guests. This makes us the best river rafting company in Rishikesh. Enjoy free date change when you book with us and never lose money again when you have to reschedule. Check out the reviews that our customers have written for us on TripAdvisor. Find out what they have to say about our services and any tips they might have to offer. Our half-day and full-day Rishikesh rafting packages start from as little as Rs. 900 per person. It’s a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced rafters. The former can get a quick taste of the sport with an outing that they can easily fit into their trip itinerary. The experienced rafters get the chance to tackle some great rapids and challenge themselves. 

The most popular rafting spot in India

Rishikesh is one of the most interesting places to visit in our north India tour packages. The quaint little town with its many holy shrines and proximity to the Ganga river is a sacred site for Hindus and a convenient doorway to the mountains. For this reason, Rishikesh is a favourite destination for tourists and devotees alike. Adventure enthusiasts looking for adrenaline-pumping outdoor sports like white-water rafting, skiing, rock-climbing or high-altitude trekking choose Rishikesh as their preferred destination for the many options it offers. River rafting in Rishikesh is a great way of sprucing up your trip by adding those essential elements of surprise and excitement to it. Riding the currents of a temperamental river on an inflatable raft and bouncing over rapids is an experience like no other and is guaranteed to make your trip a truly memorable one. Red Chilli Adventure is among the most trusted river rafting companies in Rishikesh. We organise daily trips covering different grades of rapids to suit beginners as well as experienced rafters. We offer half-day and full-day trips covering different stretches on the river, so you can choose your rafting adventure based on your schedule and trip itinerary.