{"id":18731,"date":"2021-09-14T00:49:27","date_gmt":"2021-09-13T19:19:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/?p=18731"},"modified":"2026-06-05T15:02:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:32:29","slug":"guide-to-river-rafting-in-rishikesh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/guide-to-river-rafting-in-rishikesh\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide To River Rafting In Rishikesh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The mighty river Ganges in Rishikesh provides river rafting opportunities that give you the feeling of being on an episode of Fear Factor.<\/strong> It certainly gives you an adrenaline kick far superior to garnering the courage to speak with a stranger!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also without a doubt a thrill-per-minute activity to be attempted in Rishikesh, as there\u2019s a float for every type of traveler looking for a dose of adventure.<\/strong> There are beautiful river stretches perfect for first-timers, families, and graduated adrenaline junkies. You can go for full day, overnight, or half-day rafting in Rishikesh; whatever type of rafting you\u2019re looking for can be found here. But before you actually attempt this and cross it off your bucket list, let us run you through our complete guide to river rafting in Rishikesh.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Going river rafting in Rishikesh has to be on your bucket list! Photo by NARINDER PAL<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Understand The Grades For Rapids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you go river rafting, you will have the choice to select which grade you\u2019d like to attempt. The higher the grade, the more difficult and challenging the waves of the river gets. To break it down, here are the categories –\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grade I<\/strong> – The waves in this grade aren\u2019t fierce and barely have any obstacles. You can probably make that call to your mom and tell her you\u2019re going river rafting. In fact, she can even think of joining you with more of your other aunts and relatives!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to go for a dose of Grade I river rafting? – Brahmpuri<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grade II<\/strong> – The waves act more difficult than usual in this grade but it\u2019s still fairly manageable. To cut to the chase – you can phone your mom, inform her you\u2019re going river rafting, and she won\u2019t be worried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to go for a dose of Grade II river rafting? – Shivpuri<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grade III<\/strong> – In Grade III, things get real. It\u2019s no longer just a short walk-in-the-park type of river rafting activity, but it upgrades to becoming an obstacle race. Your mom will definitely need a boatload of convincing if she sees Grade III rapids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to go for a dose of Grade III river rafting? – Marine Drive<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grade IV<\/strong> – Grade IV is the ultimate fear factor river rafting experience.<\/strong> You have to gather all your strength and get the guts to experience the fierce waves and obstacles, and even be prepared for the chances of the boat flipping over. In short, you\u2019d not get permission to step into Rishikesh if you tell your mom you\u2019re about to attempt grade IV river rafting. The good news is Grade IV rapids are only left for the professionals and the seasoned rafters, so you can stick to Grades I and II until you get there!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to go for a dose of Grade IV river rafting? – Kaudiyala <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know The Names Of The Rapids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you understand the grade you\u2019re attempting, learn about the rapids that will come your way on the river stretch. Before you enter the boat, your instructor will inform you about the rapids you\u2019re about to meet en route. It\u2019s good to know the names so you know what\u2019s coming your way on the river. <\/strong>(Plus, you can also boast about which rapid you went over on Instagram).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Major Rapids In Rishikesh <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Grade I Rapids<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n