Shivpuri to Rishikesh
- Distance
- 16 km
- Rapids
- Grade II–III
- Time
- 2–2.5 hours
- Suits
- First-timers, families
From ₹500 a person
Book this stretch
River rafting in Rishikesh
Guided whitewater on the Ganga, from a gentle first run to the full Kaudiyala stretch. Certified guides, helmets and life jackets on every raft.
- Distance
- 16–36 km
- Season
- Mid-Sep to June
- From
- ₹500 a person
Three stretches, one river
Every trip finishes in Rishikesh. The further upstream you start, the more rapids you run, and each longer trip includes the shorter ones.
Kaudiyala, 36 km
Marine Drive, 24 km
Shivpuri, 16 km
Kaudiyala Marine Drive Shivpuri
Rishikesh finish
Marine Drive to Rishikesh
- Distance
- 24 km
- Rapids
- Grade II–III
- Time
- 3–3.5 hours
- Suits
- A longer, fuller run
From ₹800 a person
Book this stretchKaudiyala to Rishikesh
- Distance
- 36 km
- Rapids
- Grade III–IV
- Time
- 5–6 hours
- Suits
- Experienced rafters
From ₹1,500 a person
Book this stretchSafety on every trip
- Certified river guides, one per raft
- Helmet and life jacket for everyone, fitted before launch
- Safety briefing and paddle practice on the bank
- A kayaker escort on the longer stretches
Good to know
You don't need to swim for the Shivpuri stretch. Minimum ages and fitness requirements apply on the longer runs, so check with our team and tell us who's coming. Wear quick-dry clothes and strapped sandals.
Rafting questions
Is rafting in Rishikesh safe for beginners?
Yes. The Shivpuri stretch (16 km, Grade II–III) suits first-timers and families, and every raft has a certified guide.
When is the rafting season?
Mid-September to June. Trips pause for the monsoon, roughly mid-June to mid-September, when the river runs too high.
Do I need to know how to swim?
Not for Shivpuri; your life jacket keeps you afloat. For Kaudiyala we recommend being comfortable in water.
Is there cliff jumping or body surfing?
On calm stretches, when the guide says conditions are safe. It's optional.
Book a rafting slot
Tell us your date, group size and which stretch. A person replies on WhatsApp, usually within the hour.
+91 84330 49650
