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While there is an inherent element of risk in every outdoor adventure, running rivers with our professional guides should not be considered dangerous. Our professionalism is unsurpassed and our safety procedures are second to none. In the unlikely event of an emergency, our guides are thoroughly trained in First Aid and CPR.
Prior rafting experience is not required. The majority of people who join our expeditions are first time rafters. You will receive a detailed safety talk before getting on the river, and it will cover every aspect of your river adventure. Once trained, an oar or paddle crew can work in harmony with their guide to maneuver a raft in the most challenging rapids. It's only natural for you to be apprehensive about running rivers, however our staff is specially trained to address your concerns and prepare you for an experience you will never forget.
Rafting can be done anytime. India is a land of rivers and thus gives us an opportunity to take advantage and offer rafting across majority of the seasons in different and unexplored scenic terrains.
“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”
Post Monsoon - September to December is action packed with the Monsoon runoff at its peak and the rivers are fast, high, and exciting.
No problem if its winters - Enjoy the emerald-green water, sunny beaches, bonfires and the winter landscape on different river journeys. We provide wetsuits, splash gear and neoprene booties. (Note: The time to do river trips in North-eastern India is November and December).
Pre Monsoon/Summers - March to June enjoy the hot days, warm water and the different challenges the river has to offer as the runoff from the high mountain adds on to the volume of the river. (Note: The time to travel and to do river trips in Spiti is July)
Depending on the month of your travel we could recommend a trip for you. Send us a mail or contact us for more information.
Knowing how to swim is not necessary. Everyone wears the very best Class V life jackets at all times while on the water and they float regardless of whether or not you swim.
“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”
All trips run rain, hail or shine. Only rarely do we cancel due to high water. In the unlikely event that we cancel a trip, an alternate trip will be offered. Any person choosing not to participate because of weather will not be eligible for a refund.
Your trip time is your DEPARTURE TIME. Check-in /arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip time. *If you have a large group (more than 10) you will need to check in 1 hour before trip departure.
No, we stop at various spots along each stretch of river to enjoy the area, swim some rapids or have a riverside lunch.
From an introduction whitewater class III to the "adrenaline rush", we offer a river trip to satisfy all types of adventurous individuals. We welcome anyone, young or old, in reasonable physical condition. Minimum age requirement vary depending on the trip. If you or a member of your group are pregnant or have special health or physical considerations, please consult a physician for recommendation & inform us prior to the trip.
Our boats can comfortably accommodate up to 8-9 guests plus their guide. However, depending on the water levels smaller boats may be utilized to negotiate the tighter chutes and rapids typical of Class IV & V rapids. Most of these boats may accommodate 5 or 6 guests, plus a guide.
Please direct special requests to our office in advance. Reservations are based on available space in each boat. Private trips and reserved boats can be made available in special circumstances. Our staff of guides will keep parties together whenever possible and they reserve the right to make final crew assignments.
We encourage you to bring cameras to record your journey. We provide waterproof bags for average sized cameras. We provide professional photographers who take photos of your trip on the biggest rapid sections, and make those shots available for purchase after your adventure.
We pride ourselves on our professional guides, most of who have been with the Expeditions India for many seasons. We train new guides at our own intensive whitewater school, and choose only the most qualified to work for us. They are knowledgeable about the outdoors and are trained in conservation, camp cooking, and in both CPR and first-aid. Over the years, many of our adventures have resulted in long lasting friendships between our guides and clients.
It’s up to you...you can do either. Paddling is an exciting, participatory way to run the river. Each boat contains about 8-9 paddlers plus a guide to call commands. There is a thorough explanation and practice session for paddlers before we start out. The paddle option is available provided water conditions permit. On the oar boat, your guide does all of the work using oars. Oar boats offer the luxury of relaxing and taking in the scenery.
No. Most rivers are "pool and drop", which means that stretches of exciting whitewater are interspersed with calm sections.
We highly recommend you make reservations as far in advance as possible to ensure that there is space available on the trip you want when you want it. By contacting us ahead of time it will also give our staff the opportunity to discuss the different options with you to make absolutely sure that the right trip is chosen. However, we are always busy taking last minute reservations and are happy to accept walk-ins if we have space available. Please contact us by mail or call us.
Most definitely! Our guides will pay special attention to the younger guests. The minimum age for Class III trips is 14 years. All age requirements are variable with water levels and conditions, which can only be determined the day before the trip. On day trips we can take kids on designated kids section.
All trips have set departure times and predicted return times posted in the trip descriptions. With any activity, it depends on Mother Nature, a number of variables come into play when we predict how long a trip will take. Please take this into consideration when planning activities upon your return from a rafting trip.
Nylon swim trunks, swimsuits, river sandals or old tennis shoes are great for rafting. Try to stay away from anything cotton if possible. For those rare overcast or cool days a poly pro /thermal under garments would be a great way to stay warm. Wetsuits, splash gear and neoprene booties are required for some trips and at certain season, water levels and will be provided by us. Please note: Cotton WILL NOT keep you warm when it is wet.
Dry clothes for the ride home, towels, sunscreen, and an adventurous attitude. All possessions are left in your locked vehicle and we can keep your keys for you at the office. DO NOT TAKE ANYTHING THAT YOU DO NOT WANT TO LOSE OR GET WET!
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