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River Rafting In Ladakh: Making Ladakh Tourism More Fascinating

Are you are strong hearted to enjoy the adventure sport to its extreme? Go for the river rafting in Ladakh, the best location in the Himalayan region. Ladakh is the best known destination for adventure activities amidst the landscapes of spectacular, rugged beauty. It is the place where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the spectacular landscapes with deep gorges, towering snow-capped peaks, hilltop monasteries, hillside villages, and glimpses of the unique wildlife. There are a number of rivers and their tributaries that are known for gentle floating as well as the thrilling white water rafting.

Major River Rafting Routes In Ladakh

The Indus and the Zanskar rivers are quite exciting to try out rafting. The Zanskar seems to be quite risky as it covers the spectacular course through a gorge in the Zanskar Mountains, between Padum and Nimo. Other popular river rafting routes are:

-Phey to Nimo

-Nimo to Alchi

-Upshi to Kharu

-Phey to Saspol

-Kharu to Spituk

-Saspol to Khaltsey

-Hemis to Choglamsar Bridge

Rafting Grades

The rivers or the tributaries are generally graded from I to VI depending upon their flow and the risk involved. The waterways graded I to III are fine for the amateurs, but those graded IV to VI are specially meant for the experts. The Zanskar and the Indus rivers are graded between I to III, while the waterways in the southern areas like the Beas, Chenab and Sutlej are graded between IV to VI. These grades are listed as:

Grade I: Small, easy waves; mainly flat water
Grade II: A bit difficult but with clear passages
Grade III: Difficult passages; narrow in places and with high waves
Grade IV: Very difficult, narrow and requiring precise maneuvering
Grade V: Extremely difficult. Very fast-flowing waters which can be maneuvered only by the experts
Grade VI: For all practical purposes, unmanageable- even suicidal.

The rafters are suggested to carry sunscreen lotions, sunglasses, shorts, T-shirts suitable shoes-sneakers, windproof jacket, towels, flashlight and the first aid box with them. A few areas close to India’s international borders, such as Nubra, Sikkim, Lahaul and Spiti may require special permits from the government. But these are easily obtained from District Commissioners. Mostly people love to try out rafting in Ladakh in the months of June to October.

About the Author

When it comes to white water rafting, Ladakh boasts of being the most exciting destination. Contact any adventure travel company in India and visit the 'Little Tibet'- Ladakh. This snow desert has a number of river rafting options for the daring adventure freaks. The unexplored beauty and the adventure possibilities of Leh Ladakh will surely leave you mesmerized.

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