Rafting Tips

The adventure sport of river rafting encourages everyone. If you are aged between 13 and 50 years and have a passion to taste the thunderous rapids of the Ganges, river rafting can be your sport. To enjoy the sport to the fullest and to make it even more fun, you need to equip yourself with the basics and river rafting. These rafting tips can really make your experience even more fun.

PREPARE BEFOREHAND
Depending on the rafting stretch (grade) you have chosen, you need to do some preparation beforehand. If you are going to run class IV or V rapids, you need to make sure you are secure in your swimming ability. River runner experts and rafting instructors will guide your appropriately according to the grade you have selected for your rafting trip to Rishikesh.

LISTEN TO WHAT THE GUIDE SAYS
Rafting guides are outfitters are expertly trained in what to do and how to prepare for a specific rafting stretch or grade. Therefore, do not make the mistake of underestimating their expertise about the rafting techniques and river rapids. Listen to them properly and act as advised to enhance the joy of river rafting even more.

TECHNIQUES & SKILLS
If you are a starter, you may not be aware about the difference between a paddle and oar rafts. Rafting along the advanced level rapids, you may need to use techniques like jumping to the high side of the raft (highsiding), keeping the raft straight and riding the raft again if it capsizes. During a rafting expedition, you can easily learn all the basic techniques used during river rafting.

CHOOSE AGE-APPROPRIATE RAFTING TRIPS
Whether it is young children, a senior citizen or someone aged in between, white water rafting can be enjoyed by all. It is always advisable to select a rafting stretch which matches your age. Even older kids may not be allowed to go along grade IV rapids. Likewise, some rafting stretches are restricted for senior citizens. Therefore, it is essential to choose rafting trips according to your age.