{"id":1185,"date":"2015-02-18T07:18:17","date_gmt":"2015-02-18T07:18:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kashmirhills.com\/?page_id=1185"},"modified":"2015-02-18T07:18:17","modified_gmt":"2015-02-18T07:18:17","slug":"river-rafting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/emaven.co.in\/kashmir-hill\/river-rafting\/","title":{"rendered":"River Rafting in Jammu and Kashmir"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRiver rafting, more often called the White Water Rafting is a popular sport in Kashmir & Leh.<\/strong> Armed with life-jackets and helmets tourists in large numbers opt for this thrilling sport.<\/strong> Anyone above 12 years of age wearing tight clothes is allowed to have a go. Only those people suffering either from blood pressure or asthma are advised to keep away! Tourists make it a point of trying at least once whenever they come in this valley of paradise.\n

\nThe thrill of riding an inflated boat, the different sitting postures (compared with normal boats), the left jackets, helmets, the chilled water sprinkled around and getting wet \u2026 is an experience of a lifetime. No matter what the cost, getting firsthand experience is what one cherishes about!<\/strong>\n

\nTour operators often have multiple options ideal for beginners and intermediates. The course ranges from 3-8 kilometers and take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour. Experienced campaigners can always take their own decisions.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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River rafting in Pahalgam<\/h2>\nThe certain stretches of Lidder River (Pahalgam)<\/strong><\/a> have gentle gradient of water which are more suitable for beginners. The grading scale of Indus River at Sonmarg is upto 4 that offers a challenging spot for the expert rafters. River rafting experience in Ladakh<\/strong> is quiet unique in its river such as Indus River, Suru River and Zanskar<\/strong>. While the Spituk to Karu stretch of Indus River is the most ideal spot for beginners, Zanskar offers the most challenging spot in stretch from Padum to Nimu.\n

\n\nWhite Water Rafting Seasons<\/b>\nRafting is possible only when rivers flow freely. Hence this adventure sport is best experienced from April to September. Once the water volume recedes this rafting sport ends for the season.\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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River rafting in Sonamarg<\/h2>\nSonamarg located in the scenic Kashmir Valley offers an exciting river rafting Encounter on the Sindh River. The river’s sound currents and variable rapids get their amp down point for the chance of their forecasts.\n

\nThe Sindh River provides rafting opportunities for both beginners and intimate rafters. With grades ranging from easy to challenging, everyone can find a suitable level of excitement.\n

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Rafting Options<\/b><\/h4>\nIt is a thrilling sport no doubt but different packages make the choice attractive. Beginners can opt for short-distances like 2-3 km whereas others who either have done it earlier (intermediates) or are seasoned can choose for distances above 8 km.\n\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Pahalgam Rafting Centers<\/b><\/td>\nDistance covered<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Varganpal to YaneerBride<\/td>\n2.5 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Varganpal to Ganeshpora<\/td>\n5 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Langabal to Ganeshpora<\/td>\n8 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sonamarg (Sindh River)<\/td>\n3.5 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sonamarg (Sindh River)<\/td>\n7 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sonamarg (Sindh River)<\/td>\n24 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nThese are the broad demarcations. The tour operators also agree to conduct the tours within specific monetary limits or distances, as per tourist convenience.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Rafting Timings<\/b><\/h3>\nDue to seasonal variations and Kashmir Tourism directives, two different timeframes are allotted which the tour operators stick to:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Pahalgam<\/td>\n20th April to June<\/td>\n9 am to 6 pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pahalgam<\/td>\nJuly to end September<\/td>\n8 am to 7 pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sonamarg<\/td>\n1st April to end June<\/td>\n9 am to 6 pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sonamarg<\/td>\nJuly to end September<\/td>\n8 am to 7 pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Service Charges<\/b><\/h4>\nThe charges are high for singles and moderate for groups (4, 6, 8 people) when the operator can use a bigger raft. The rates are prescribed by the Tourism Department. The charge also depends on the distance covered.\n\nCurrent Rates Approximately (Singles)<\/b>\n
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  1. Rs 500\/- per person for 5 km<\/li>\n \t
  2. Rs 800\/- per person for 8 km<\/li>\n \t
  3. Rs 1,200\/- per person for 12 km<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nRates for Groups (Approximately)\n<\/b>\n
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    1. Rs 1,500 for 4 persons for 4 km<\/li>\n \t
    2. Rs 1,900 for 6 persons for 6 km<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nEnquire for availability for distances above 6 km.\n\nInclusions<\/b>\n
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      1. Every raft has a head coach and assistant coach.<\/li>\n \t
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      5. Life jackets are provided.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nCompulsory<\/b>\n
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        1. Above 12 years of age<\/li>\n \t
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