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Best Rafting Things To Do In Uttarakhand In September

If you are looking for the ultimate level of river running in todays India, Total Tons Tonnage River Expedition is the place where your search ends. The distinguishing quality of this trip is its throughout consistent whitewater quality situated in some unbelievable high mountain landscape. Several torrents are flowing in these mountains which range right from Class III to V. This is not it. Amazingly, its whitewater sections are separated from others by an approximation of hundred yards flat water; making it perhaps the most methodological raft tour in the mountains of Himalayas.

Its adrenaline highs and utopian white water of 120 kms raises the standard of this expedition from all other expedition experiences. In fact, it gives a tough competition to the finest of waters across the world.

Not just the river tour but the trip is preceded by cozy noon where you can enjoy short hikes into the leafy alpine forests along with camps in calf high mint and marijuana. This started in 1986 by Jack Morison in form of an excursion of California, White Magic. The best month for planning this out is suggested to be may. So, every interested person, especially the diehard rafter will never forget this soulful experience with thrill and joy.

About the Destination:

• This exciting on Upper Alaknanda river rafting adventure gives you the chance to satiate all your adventure cravings by offering you with a myriad of opportunities for white water rafting in the stunning surroundings of the Himalayas. 
• This trip takes you for a ride on one of the most revered rivers in the Indian Himalayas – Alaknanda, and better still to its upper stretches where you have wild rapids and changing landscapes in terms of gorges and forests.
• This trip takes you through a number of Grade III, IV to IV+ rapids including the famed Hillary Fall and Kakkar Fall. 
• The trip starts from Chamoli, which is situated near the revered Badrinath temple, and ends at Rudraprayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Madakini rivers.
• The campsite on the banks of the river is bestowed with a thick forest that serves as a brilliant backdrop and plays home to a variety of birds. The rhythmic sound of the gushing river waters is soothing to the ears and its beaches fit perfectly as a child’s playground.
• This is a 5 day 4 night activity.

The Tons river flows through Garhwal, the western part of the Himalayan state of Uttaranchal, bordering Himachal Pradesh. With its source in the 20,720 ft high Bandarpunchh mountain, it is the biggest tributary of the Yamuna, and, in fact, carries more water than the Yamuna itself. One of the popular rafting expeditions at Uttarakhand is closed to the Tons River flowing through Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

This experience offers us complete information on river expedition in India. The Tons demarcates the borders of Himachal Pradesh and West Uttrakhand. Lower Tons River Expedition is the normal rafting run and makes for a nice introductory run. On first phase we will visit Camp Lunagad, Tons river, located at 3600 ft above sea level in thick pine forest. From here we will move to Ringali Rest house - a British rest house. Then we will go further to Tiuni. The village is located on the confluence of the Pabbar and Tons rivers. Tiuni is nestled among forests of alpine paddocks and rhododendron. Further there is Icchari dam, which is one of the electrifying rafting expeditions in Uttarakhand. Icchari dam is our last destination.

About the Destination:

Your one-stop answer to adventure, Tungnath Chandrashila trekk and Haridwar rafting experience in celestial like Uttarakhand opens up thrills every step along the way. Enriching the experience is the breath-taking beauty and dramatic varied landscape of the state, be it the lovely lakes, windy rivers, lofty mountains and soaring sights of the mighty Himalayas.   

The tour unravels several gems of destinations. Around 90km from Rishikesh, Jayalgarh is away from the bustle of tourist spots. It rests on the voluble River Alaknanda. The calm and pristine environs make for a perfect backdrop for river rafting in Haridwar.

A towering summit of Tungnath, Chandrashila means 'Moon rock'. Legend has it, that this is the very place that Lord Rama meditated in after he defeated the demon-king Ravana. The top enchants with sights of magnificent Himalayan peaks such as Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba Peak. Other delights of the trip include high altitude lake of Deoriatal, quaint Sari hamlet and Chopta, the mini Switzerland of India.

Duration of the Tour: 3N/4D

Temperature Range: The temperature varies according to the trek. Night temperature will be around 12 -20 Celsius in Mar - Apr and around 20 - 25 Celsius in May. 
In Oct – Nov period night temperature will be around 10 – 15 Celsius and December the night temperature can go down to about 3 – 5 Celsius.

Meal Types: Lunch is vegetarian and dinner would have a non-vegetarian dish.

Activities: Trekking, Rafting

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Max Altitude: Chandrashilla Peak 4000 M

Total Trekking Distance: 14 kms

About the Destination:

Treat yourself to a triple adventure of mountain biking trails, guided hiking tours and outdoor adventure rafting. All this takes place in surreal Uttarakhand which spills delights every step along the way. The state appears like the perfect canvas for rip-roaring activities with mesmeric beauty, dramatic varied landscape of lovely lakes, meandering rivers, high mountains and soaring sights of the mighty Himalayas.  

Your fun journey commences with a drive through Mandakini Valley and holy towns of Rishikesh, Devprayag and Rudraprayag. Sleep well and arise to the sweet sounds of bird songs and the music of Mandakini River. The thrills include a visit to high altitude lake, Deoriatal whose mesmeric waters reflect the mighty Himalayan peak of Chaukhamba. Head to Chopta, considered as the Switzerland of India, it beckons with undulating meadows and sights of snow-capped mountains all around.

Enjoy making way through charming mixed forest region, trek to Tungnath Temple the highest Shiva shrine in the world and to Chandrashila, the towering summit in Tungnath. The peak means 'Moon rock'. Legend has it, that this is the very place that Lord Rama meditated in after he defeated the demon-king Ravana. Also, lap up a thrilling ride of outdoor adventure rafting on the mystical river Ganga

Duration of the tour: 4N/5D

Temperature Range: Depending upon the season, temperature varies from  12 -20 degree Celsius, 20 - 25 degree Celsius, 10 – 15 degree Celsius,  3 – 5 degree Celsius

Meal Types: Lunch is vegetarian and dinner would have a non-vegetarian dish

Activities: Trekking, Mountain Biking, Rafting

Difficulty Level: Moderate 

Maximum Altitude: Chandrashilla peak - 4000 m

About the Destination:

Get a complete dose of adventure sports in Uttarakhand. Chakrata, steeped in wilderness and natural beauty makes the ideal backdrop for multi activity sojourn. It is bestowed with several vantage points offering stunning sights of frosty Himalayan range. Also, witness woody hills of Deodar, Himalayan Oak and Rhododendron trees. Plonked above the Yanuma Valley, you can come here from either Dehradun-Vikasnagar or Dehradun–Mussoorie side.

The Chakrata Town is a winsome settlement formed as a British cantonment around 125 years ago. Features of the locale include old forest guest houses set up by the British in isolated areas, the cascading Tiger Falls, ancient temples, sparsely located villages and high alpine meadows. The splendours of this region have been out of the reach for tourism related activity till a couple of years back due to the army intelligence establishment here. Foreigners are still not allowed to visit this area. Being untouched by haphazard development, it shines in pristine beauty.

The thrills of this experience include trekking from camp till old British campsite at Chaurani, unravelling charms on a bicycle, setting off to the famous Tiger Falls, exulting in water sports and rafting on the Yamuna River. Brace yourself for duckie rides, bridge slithering, river crossing, body surfing and swimming, splashing in natural pools, Rappelling and more.

Duration of the Tour: 2N/3D

Temperature Range: Oct to mid- December - 5 degree Celsius to 10 – 15 degree Celsius, Mar – Apr 12 -20 degree Celsius in the night, pleasant in the day, May – Jun  18 -24 degree Celsius in the night, pleasant in the day

Meal Types: Lunch is vegetarian and dinner would have a non-vegetarian dish

Activities: Trekking, Rafting, Bicycling, Rope and Water activities  

Difficulty Level: Moderate 

Total Trekking Distance: 10 kms approx.

About the Destination:

A haven for nature lovers and adventure addicts: the state of Uttarakhand attracts visitors from all over the world! The spiritual city of Rishikesh, the picturesque town of Deoria Tal, the blissful villages of Chopta , ultimately give way to the magnificence of the Chandrashila peak! There is indeed no dearth for beautiful sceneries and relaxing trails in this Dev Bhumi (Land of The Gods)!

The village of Sari, about 7 hours from Rishikesh, houses the famous lake of Deoria Tal and is a base camp for several short and long hikes as it offers unparalleled views of Himalayan peaks such as Neelkanth and Kedar. As you cross Chopta, pass by a beautiful route filled with lush green meadows and the blooms of rhododendron. Seek the blessings at the Tungnath Temple of the Panch Kedar in Rudraprayag and ultimately open up to the views of Chandrashila peak (4,130m), that offers dramatic views of the valleys below.

About the Activity:

Start trekking in Rishikesh towards Chandrashila Peak and meander through many picturesque villages and dreamy valleys. The trails remain easy with a gradual incline to reach to the fantastic scenery at Deoria Tal.

Progressing to Chopta, you will be going through meadows and dense forests, to reach the fabulous campsite that offers dreamlike views all around. Biking down to Syalsour, we give a thunderous finale to this expedition by river rafting in Rishikesh.

For adventure junkies – Rishikesh has always been a favourite destination to satiate their thirst for adventure. Shed off all your office worries and get ready to lunge deep into the adventure world with friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable experience while chilling out with your gang in this lovely abode.

Crowned amidst stunning landscapes and picturesque natural beauty, adventure activities at Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh provides you with an array of activities; give a head start to your excursion with a rafting experience like never before. Enthral in this thrilling rafting exercise, fight the roaring tides as you balance your raft over the gushing water. You can also quench your adventure thirst by indulging in a thrilling body surfing while relaxing in Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh.

Boost up your adrenaline as you head for a thrilling activity of cliff jumping. Feel your heart racing as you dive into icy-cold water in the stream below. Prepare to make some thrilling memories that you would cherish forever while indulging in adventure activities at Elephant Brook Resort, Rishikesh.

Decked in the virgin beauties, this camp sustains the grandeur of an isolated beach and natural-untouched beauty surrounding it.Once at the site, explore the picturesque beauty of Rishikesh and its mountain range's greenery, which the area is well known for.This camping experience gives a full thrill of being able to watch the sun rise and set in this dazzling vantage point between the forest. In order to reach the campsite one shall be crossing the crown of Rishikesh- ‘Jhoola Pul’. 

Reach at the camp, take time to rest and a cascading waterfall right adjacent to camp go on a hike and take a dip into water.Indulge in a thrilling adventure session with friends and family after having lunch like Kayaking, Rafting, Rappelling, Rock Climbing and Cliff jumping and also enjoy some more activities like volleyball and water hike. Post them, enjoy the bonfire at the campsite along with snacks and some music & power back up. Snug into a deep sleep after the delicious meal at the restaurant.

Get up early to catch the beautiful sunrise on top station the next day, before enjoying a local breakfast as the birds and the forests come to life for the day. Pack up for the day, take the cab back down and the adventure ends

How to reach?

The campsite is situated at the bank of mighty ganga on an isolated beach surrounded by jungle. The distance of campsite from laxman jhula is 25Km which can be done by private/ public transportation. It's on the Rishikesh - Badrinath highway. One has to walk for an approximate 2 km, crossing a quaint jhula pul ( suspended bridge) and the age-old pilgrim’s path to Badrinath to reach the campsite. 

Activity Location: Near Shivpuri Petrol Pump, Rishikesh.

Check-in Time: 12:00 PM (Day 1)

Check-Out Time:10:00 AM (Day 2)

Activity Duration: 2 Days 1 Night

About Adventurous Stream Side Camping and Rafting in Rishikesh:

The campsite is situated amidst the lush green valleys and surrounded by the spectacular beauty of a nearby river stream. With panoramic pristine views and luxurious amenities, it lets you experience adventurous and relaxing camping as you enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors of Rishikesh. Choose the package with rafting and explore the adrenaline pumping your veins, or choose to enjoy playing the numerous outdoor and indoor games offered at the site.

Location: Tapovan, Rishikesh

Check-in: 12:00 PM (Day 1)

Check-out: 11:00 AM (Day 2) 

One of Rishikesh’s best destinations is Tapovan, a 400m above-sea-level site that gives breathtaking views of the mountain ranges & forests. A perennial river huel flows at just 50 steps from the campsite. This place is packed with tons of attractions which makes it an ideal spot for a weekend adventure. Spend a night under an open sky and gaze at the glimmering beauty of the vast cosmos from the comfortable tents. 

Reach at the camp, take time to rest. The trek is 10 minutes through a meandering jungle road that will be an experience in itself. Post them, enjoy the lunch served in a buffet style and get started with River rafting 16 Km. from Shivpuri to Nim Beach. In the evening, relax with nature or pump up the adrenaline with a professional guide of adventurous activities like Waterfall Trek, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Valley Crossing, Tree Jumaring & Village walk. In the evening after all the activities enjoy the bonfire at the campsite along with snacks and some music & power back up. Snug into a deep sleep after the delicious meal at the restaurant.

Get up early to catch the beautiful sunrise on top station the next day, before enjoying a local breakfast as the birds and the forests come to life for the day. Pack up for the day, take the cab back down and the adventure ends

How to reach?

The campsite is situated at the bank of mighty ganga on an isolated beach surrounded by jungle. It's on the Rishikesh - Neelkanth temple road. One can easily get a private or public transport from the city to Phoolchatti. The campsite is situated at the distance of 6 km from laxman jhula, 29.6 km from Jolly Grant Airport and 37 km from Haridwar Railway Station.

Available Booking Option:

 Stay in Deluxe Tent

Stay in Deluxe Cottage

The Tiger Groove Corbett Resort gives a complete view of Jungle and excitement of safari with river flowing on one side and jungle on the other side.

Located near Corbett National Park, The Tiger Groove Corbett Resort provides you a stay in wilderness close to protected areas and nature reserves. Recuperate from a full day of sightseeing in the comfort of your room or take advantage of recreational facilities including fitness center, garden, etc. The rooms are designed and decorated to make you feel right at home. The convenience and comfort of Tiger Groove Corbett Resort makes it a perfect choice to stay in Corbett. Choose from countess indoor and outdoor activities to rejuvenate yourself.

Come and stay at The Tiger Groove Corbett Resort to have a memorable, insightful experience to upgrade your knowledge and love for nature.

Meal Types: Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Types: Double / Triple Sharing

Activities: Zipline Rappelling, Trekking, Village Walk

Difficulty Level: Easy

Corbett Riverside Resort presents the sparkling waters of the river Kosi at your doorstep, exotic bird sightings from the restaurant, and the calls of the wild around the luxurious rooms. With the river by your side you get many opportunities to spot the famous Mahaseer fish in its waters.

The Corbett Riverside Resort brings to your service an in-house organic kitchen garden, fresh, varied and flavorful meals, lazy hammocks and swings along the riverfront to read, snooze on or listen for the barking deer. Indulge in luxury, sign up for tiger safaris or just make a holiday out of staying at the resort enjoying the river, the food, the walks and amenities. There are large sprawling lawns on the riverside for sports, games, or celebrations, family swimming pools to beat the summer heat and roaring bonfires in the evenings to warm up the winter chill. Come any long weekends and festival breaks you’ll find lively evenings at the Corbett Riverside Resort with local folk singers and dancers, acoustic guitars, and special lip smacking menus. Commemorate an engagement with local singers and dancers, hold a wedding along the river surrounded by the wild, or have a unique birthday bash.

Meal Types: Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian-Breakfast

Accommodation Types: Double Occupancy

Activities: Cricket, Badminton, Volleyball, Cycling Swimming Pool, Bonfire (Winters/Festive), Horse Riding and Swimming, Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride, Flying Fox, Zorbing Wall Climbing, Jumaring and Rappelling

Activity Location: Malakunthi, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Check-in Time: 10:30 AM (Day 1)

Check-Out Time:10:00 AM (Day 2)

About Camping and Trekking In Rishikesh With Rafting:

This campsite is tucked amidst the lush green valleys with dense jungle adorned and offers panoramic views of a pristine river stream passing next to camp. The other common areas of the campsite include an outdoor swimming pool and a specific play area for in-house activities.

Check-in Time: 12:00 PM
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM

Situated on the foothills of Himalayas near to the river Ganga, the Ojas Resort in Rishikesh offers breathtaking views of the surrounding. The package offers rafting experience in the white water that lasts around 35 min and for 10 km with a trained professional. The guests shall be picked and dropped back to the resort.

The Ojas Resort also offers adrenaline-pumping rock climbing experience in tough rocky terrain. In the evening, enjoy the mesmerizing Ganga aarti with holy chanting at Parmath Niketan.

The Ojas Resort, Rishikesh has a multi-cuisine dining area offering flavoursome delicacies to the guests. The restaurant offers Indian, continental, and Chinese cuisine made ingredients procured from the organic kitchen. The retreat has increased the frequency of cleaning public areas (including the lobby, doorknobs, common washrooms, etc.) and continues to use hospital-grade disinfectants. There are more antibacterial hand sanitizers available throughout the property.

Highlights of Ojas Resort:
- Rock climbing experience
- White water rafting experience

How to reach Ojas Resort: The resort is situated at a distance of 38 km from Jolly Grant Airport and can be reached by a shared or a private car. The resort has free parking spaces.

• Satiate the adventure bug in you with a visit to the exhilarating locales of Rishikesh.
• Enjoy an adventurous sojourn with a list of enthralling activities for around 3 hours.
• Indulge in adrenaline pumping activities like rafting, rock climbing, rappelling and trekking.
• Challenge the white waters, hike the mountains and lot more with Green Mount Adventure.

About the Activity:

• The Himalayan Eco Lodge is nestled in a valley with a spectacular view of the Doon Valley with views stretching as far as Dehradun and Mussoorie.
• This lodge is located at an altitude of 1850 m (6100 ft) and this ensures a cool and comfortable climate all year round.
• For those looking for more adrenalin pumping activities, there is an amazing rafting experience on the Yamuna that is a 45-min drive from the lodge.
• The Yamuna in its upper reaches here is a crystal clear green river unlike its sooty black avatar once it flows into the plains.
• You can enjoy a wild ride on this river through its numerous Class II and III+ rapids and couple this with other exciting water activities like bridge slithering and river crossing. 

• Embark in this exciting outing along with your team and feel the fun and thrill while enjoying the stay at the Camp Shivpuri.
• Start your tour in Delhi and reach the tour locality in Shivpuri, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
• Enjoy your stay at the camp at the most fascinating Swiss tents while making your nights interesting with bonfire and soft music.
• Indulge in some of the exciting activities like River Rafting, Rock Climbing and Rappelling.
• Make your bonds stronger with your teammates as you play some team building games.
  
• Trek through the beautiful valleys while enjoying the sights of the waterfalls.
• Play some other games like ,volleyball,badminton, cricket and other indoor games like ludo, chess and carom.
• Delight in a delicious barbecue meal while enjoying your stay.
• Move and shake with the DJ and enjoy a few of your favorite drinks in the evening.
• End this exciting tour with lots of memories.