Kaudiyala to NIM Beach River Rafting – Rishikesh
Kaudiyala to NIM Beach rafting in Rishikesh is often advertised as a 35 km stretch, but the actual rafting distance is approximately 28 km, making it one of the longest and most thrilling rafting experiences on the Ganga. This stretch typically takes 3.5 to 4 hours on the river and is perfect for adventure seekers looking for an extended white-water rafting journey.
This route features 12 rapids, including a mix of Grade III, III+, and one Grade IV rapid – The Wall. While The Wall can occasionally flip the raft, it is designed to be a safe and exhilarating experience, thanks to professional guides, safety kayakers, life jackets, and modern rafting equipment. Other popular rapids along the way include Daniel's Dip (III+), Three Blind Mice (III+), Cross Fire (III), Roller Coaster (III), Golf Course (III+), and Club House (III), offering a perfect combination of challenge and fun.
The adventure starts with roughly a 1-hour drive to Kaudiyala, followed by 30 minutes of safety briefing and gear preparation. Once on the river, the action-packed rafting trip takes around 4–5 hours, concluding just before Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh. Guests are then transferred back to the Red Chilli Adventure office in Tapovan in just 5 minutes, making it a smooth and well-organized experience.
Actual Distance: 28 km
Grade: III+, IV (Moderate to Advanced Level)
Season: Mid-September to End of June
Facts to know before you book your rafting trip:
- There is an age limit for rafting that is a minimum of 15 years and a maximum of 55 years.
- There is a weight limit of a minimum of 40kg and a maximum of 100kg. Weight needs to be in proportion with height. 6 feet tall 100kg is fine but 5 feet tall and 100kg is not fine for rafting.
- People needs to be in good health with an active lifestyle. People with heart problems/ bypass surgery or epilepsy or with severe asthma are not allowed on a rafting trip as it can be risky for their life. People with normal asthma can carry their inhalers with them on a raft and just let your guide know about it.
- People need to wear appropriate clothing for rafting which is quick-drying clothes like shorts and T-shirt/ slacks pants or nylon tights. No sari or Skirts or burka please.
- There is a Traffic jam in Rishikesh on the weekends so in case you are coming from Delhi / Haridwar or Dehradun, you make sure to keep 2-3 hours extra in hand to reach our office at Tapovan- Luxman Jhula in time.
Cancelation Policy for Day Rafting trips
- Cancelation before 48 Hours, 90% refundable of total amount..
- Cancelation before 24 Hours, 50% refundable of total amount.
- Cancelation before less than 24 Hours or No Show Up, 100% chargeable. No refunds.
What is included in the tour
- Transportation from Office to Office/ to the starting and from finishing point back to office.
- All rafting gear including imported life jackets, helmet, paddle and wet suites in winter time (Dec till March).
- Safety Kayaker with all the trips.
- Snack, Fruit and Juice on the river side at middle or end of the trip.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Rafting Video ( It costs INR 2000 per raft and 8 people sit in one raft so they can split)
- expenses of Personal Nature
- 12 Rapids
- Grade 4 rapid "The Wall"
- Body Sirfing
- Cliff Jump
- Safety Kayaker
- Snacks and Soft Drinks
