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River rafting in Rishikesh :
Rishikesh & Shivpuri have become the main centres of white water rafting in North India. The river rafting camps are based some 20 kms away from Rishikesh on the Rishikesh - Devprayag road.
The camps situated along the river Ganges provide accomodation in natural and serene surroundings, nature treks, camp fire activities etc.
River Rafting is done mostly in imported rafts made of vulcanised rubber bodies reinforced by nylon fabric beneath an exterior of neoprene thus making it tough enough to withstand the battering it gets when it rams across the rocky boulders in the water. Rafting is done on rapids which is a white patch of foam on a flowing river caused by sudden gradient or by the river breadth getting constricted while flowing through a gorge between rocks or by a sudden increase or decrease in the volume of the water. Rapids are graded from 1 to 6 depending on the ease with which they can be negotiated, with 1 being the most easy. Rapids have been given interesting names like Golf Course, Three Blind Mice, Daniel's Dip, Sweet Sixteen, Marine Drive, Cross Fire and Roller Coaster.
Class 1: an easy, slow-moving current.
Class 2: small waves.
Class 3: rapids have medium waves with some technical maneuvers required.
Class 4: rapids occur in a faster current, with bigger waves that are technical and scouting is sometimes recommended.
Class 5: rapids have a very fast current, large waves and scouting is necessary.
Class 6: rapids are virtually un-runnable, only attempted by professional racing teams.
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Camp 5 Elements, Rishikesh
Run by the Leisure Hotels the camp the rafting camp in Rishikesh offers serene and rejuvenating environment.
The Camp is indeed the most scenic, secluded & romantic beach camp on the Ganges. Sprawling over 500 meters of Silvery Sandy beach, the camp is surrounded by thick forests and mountains.
The camp is located 27 kms from Rishikesh on the road to Deoprayag between Shivpuri and Byasi Village. The tents are deluxe with a twin/double bed. There is an attached bathroom having running water and a hand held shower. Toilets, the typical dry pit one is separately made.
Activities
White Water Rafting The Camp Riverwilds provides the facilities of White Water Rafting starting right from the camp covering 30 River Kms from The Camp till Rishikesh, total time taken is 05hrs. covering rapids from grade 1 to 5.
Trekking to Nearby Garhwali Village This is an interesting trek of the duration of 02hrs. to a very small Garhwali village, which will make you aware of the life style of Garhwalis, the flora and fauna of that region. It is also a great opportunity to do some bird watching.
Rock Climbing & Rappelling In this basic class we'll cover the fundamentals of technical rock climbing/rappelling; knots, top ropes etc. After practicing the basics, you'll follow your instructor on an easy but exhilarating multi-pitch climb, as part of a rope team.
Visit to Stalactite and Stalagmites Caves A short drive of around an hour is conducted to Stalactite & Stalagmite caves, which are near Guller. On your way back you can visit Vashisht Caves.
Beach Volleyball Enjoy a game on the soft white sands of the river bank.
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Leopard Beach
Tented Camp, Rishikesh
Experience a holiday with a difference at the exclusive Leopard Beach Tented Camp. The sojourn at this camp promises you the thrill of the outdoors and the spill of White Water Running. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas 16 kms from Rishikesh, the camp is set up amidst picturesque environs by the holy Ganga River and is surrounded by a thick Sal forest.
Accommodation here is in safari tents and the camp is known for its utmost emphasis on safety, its efficient staff and its excellent cuisine.
Leopard Beach Tented Camp serves as an ideal base for adventure activities in the Himalayas. It is situated 16 kms upstream of Rishikesh on a secluded sandy beach by the Ganga River and is 250 km from Delhi. A thick Sal forest amidst scenic and picturesque environs surrounds the camp with accommodation in roomy safari tents with cots. The camp is known for its friendly and efficient staff and excellent cuisine.
Activities possible in the camp :
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Rafting
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Rappelling
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Nature walk
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Bird watching in the surrounding areas
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Kayaking on a placid stretch near the camp
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Beach games like volley ball, Frisbee, water polo etc.
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Trekking
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Day hikes to the surrounding hills
By Road:
Delhi - Meerut bye pass - Khatauli - Muzaffar Nagar bye pass - Roorkee - Haridwar. Once you cross Haridwar, drive towards Rishikesh. Our campsite, Leopard Beach Tented Camp is situated 16 kms ahead of Rishikesh at Shivpuri village. It is situated on the Devprayag-Badrinath road.
Just before reaching the village, there is a big bridge called the Shivpuri Bridge. Just after crossing the bridge, about one km. on the right side you can see a board of 'Leopard Beach Tented Camp'.
By Rail:
Haridwar is the nearest railhead for Shivpuri. There are three trains from Delhi for Haridwar.
Dehradun Shatabdi: Morning Departure
Time: Depart Delhi 0655 hrs from New Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar 1115 hrs.
Depart Haridwar 1800 hrs. Arrive Delhi 2230 hrs.
Jan Shatabdi: Afternoon Departure (Does not operate on Sundays)
Time: Depart Delhi 1530 hrs from New Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar 1920 hours
Depart Haridwar 0623 hrs. Arrive Delhi 1105 hrs.
Mussourie Express: Overnight train
Time: Depart Delhi 2215 hrs from Old Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar next day -0550 hrs
Depart Haridwar 2230 hrs. Arrive Delhi next day at 0605 hrs.
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Camp Panther, Rishikesh
Camp Panther, one of the most luxurious campsites on the Ganga, is set up on 03 acres of terraced fields in Shivpuri village near Rishikesh and is about a six-hour drive from New Delhi.
The ridges surrounding the camp are covered with a thick Sal forest and the thatched Gazebos Golghars at camp form the center point for your relaxed evenings.
Additional facilities in camp panther include a swimming pool and a conference room. We also have built an artificial climbing wall for our more adventurous guests.
The comfortable safari tents here have attached utilities and are equipped with fans. Along with power and power back up facility, Camp Panther offers a comfortable holiday out of doors.
It is operational through the year.
Activities possible in the camp :
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Rafting
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Rappelling
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Nature walk
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Bird watching in the surrounding areas
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Kayaking on a placid stretch near the camp
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Beach games like volley ball, Frisbee, water polo etc.
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Trekking
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Day hikes to the surrounding hills
By Road:
Delhi - Meerut bye pass - Khatauli - Muzaffar Nagar bye pass - Roorkee - Haridwar. Once you cross Haridwar, drive towards Rishikesh. Our campsite, Leopard Beach Tented Camp is situated 16 kms ahead of Rishikesh at Shivpuri village. It is situated on the Devprayag-Badrinath road.
Just before reaching the village, there is a big bridge called the Shivpuri Bridge. Just after crossing the bridge, about one km. on the right side you can see a board of 'Leopard Beach Tented Camp'.
By Rail:
Haridwar is the nearest railhead for Shivpuri. There are three trains from Delhi for Haridwar.
Dehradun Shatabdi: Morning Departure
Time: Depart Delhi 0655 hrs from New Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar 1115 hrs.
Depart Haridwar 1800 hrs. Arrive Delhi 2230 hrs.
Jan Shatabdi: Afternoon Departure (Does not operate on Sundays)
Time: Depart Delhi 1530 hrs from New Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar 1920 hours
Depart Haridwar 0623 hrs. Arrive Delhi 1105 hrs.
Mussourie Express: Overnight train
Time: Depart Delhi 2215 hrs from Old Delhi Railway Station. Arrive Haridwar next day -0550 hrs
Depart Haridwar 2230 hrs. Arrive Delhi next day at 0605 hrs.
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Camp Riverwilds, Rishikesh
The camp is very conveniently located near Byasi,on the white sand beached. The camp offers deluxe tents with lots of activities.
The tents are deluxe, waterproof with attached baths in some. Toilets are separate d english with sand pit. The camp also has facilities for beach volleyball, trekking, rock climbing apart from rafting. The camping and rafting is done under the guidance of trained personnel with long standing experience. Guided treks are undertaken exploring the nearby regions. Evening bon fires with music makes the stay wonderful along with the thrills of rafting.
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Camp RapidFire , Rishikesh
The River Ganga has every possible avenue to boost up your adrenaline. Make you want for more and never get enough. All milestones enroute will invite you to witness this Grand River in all its splendour at the Camp RapidFire at Singthali Village Rishikesh.
Basic tented accommodation, good food, a wide array of activities supplemented by the normal stretches of rafting provide for a holiday option where in every penny spent is worth it.
Apart from Rafting the camp has other activities to offer. You may want to try you hands at rock climbing or rappelling or may be river crossing. When the time is right we can even arrange for you a Wildlife Safari to the Chilla National Park. Here you witness some majestic sights of the Wild Elephants, Wild Boars, Sambhars and other animals. A small trip to Devprayag to watch the confluence of the Bhagirathi and the Alaknanda Rivers where the Ganges emerges is sure to leave you speechless at the end of it. Numerous treks around the camp and seasonal waterfalls will always keep you occupied. But our normal experiences tell us that once you come to the camp you don't want to do anything but laze on the beach as long as you can.
So come, accept this invitation, and share with us a time you will remember for the rest of your life. And may be just maybe you'll get to discover your own little BodhiSatva.
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Camp Silver Sands, Rishikesh
Located on Devprayag road, 256 kms from Delhi/27 kms from Rishikesh (approx. 6-7 hours driving time from Delhi). The camp is based on a sandy river beach and a portion of riverside forest.
An excellent getaway from city stress, the tented river camp offers complete outdoor experience with white water rafting at its very best; camp games, solitude, campfire tales, kayaking, abseiling, good food and new found friends. And, for the not so adventurous, a great holiday to put their feet up & relax, with a few lazy walks thrown in. For people with more time on their hands, we recommend self-contained, multi-day rafting expeditions on the tributaries of the holy Ganga, the Alaknanda, Bhagirathi and Kali rivers, both of which are possible within 6-9 days from Delhi.
Area
Garhwal Himalaya, Hills of Uttar Pradesh
Ideal Season
Mid-September to mid-May.
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