Itinerary -
Day 1:
Travel: Arrival in Haridwar/ Rishikesh early in the morning and transfer to Byeasghat (drive 2 to 3 hrs). Check into the camp and have breakfast. Post breakfast drive to Bagwan for rafting (drive 1 hr).
Activities for the day:
Rafting - from Bagwan to Byeasghat - Class II to III Rapids (4 - 5 hrs)
Other water activities - Body surfing, cliff jumping and swimming
Optional activities—Hiking, bird watching, bridge slithering and angling
Bonfire and dinner under the canopy of stars
Night stay – In alpine style tents set up on a pristine sandy beach next to the confluence of river Ganga & Nayar at Beasghat
Day 2:
Activities for the day:
Duckies Familiarisation session - on Nayar & Ganga river (inflatable 2 people kayaks)
Duckie run - from Beasghat to Kaudiyala. Class-II Rapids (4 Hrs)
Other Water Activities - Body surfing and swimming
Optional activities - Hiking, Stream walk, rock & rope activities
Bonfire and dinner under the canopy of stars
Night stay - Camping on a beautiful sandy beach at Kaudiyala in alpine tents
Day 3: FULL DAY ON THE RIVER
Travel: Today post rafting you will board the vehicle at Rishikesh and depart for Haridwar to catch train/ bus for onward destination.
Activities for the day:
Rafting - from Kaudiyala to Rishikesh - Class II to III + Rapids (4-5 hrs)
Other Water Activities Cliff jumping, Body surfing , Swimming
Optional activities: Morning Hike/ Yoga on the beach
Trip Ends With Sweet Memories !!!
List of Essentials
Below is a list of essentials you would require at the camp:
T-shirts/Shirts
Shorts
Comfortable fit Jeans/Track Pants
Floaters
Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers
Sunscreen Lotion
Cap
Flashlight
Sunglasses
Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
Camera (optional)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR MAR & NOV-DEC
Light Jacket
Heavy Jacket
Thick Sweater
Thermals (Upper & Lower)
Woollen cap
Woollen socks
Disclaimer
Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life. All disputes rising due to the above are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only. All participants would be required to sign an Indemnity Form before the start of the program, without which they would not be allowed to take part in the trip/program/activities.
Duration: 3 Days
Season: Feb-Jun, Sep-Nov
Grade: Moderate +
Sketch Itinerary
Day 01: Haridwar - Beasghat (Rafting - from Bagwan to Byeasghat - Class II to III Rapids : 4 - 5 hrs)
Day 02: Beasghat - Kaudiyala (Duckie run - from Beasghat to Kaudiyala. Class-II Rapids : 4 Hrs )
Day 03: Kaudiyala - Rishikesh - Haridwar (Rafting - Class II to III + Rapids : 4-5 hrs)
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRIPS
Camping on the Beasghat beach, considered to be the most beautiful river beach
2 Long stretches of rafting on Alaknanda and Ganga
Duckie rides (inflatable kayaks) from Byasghat to Kaudiyala
ACTION on river with lots of water activity like kayaking (hard shells), swimming, splashing, surfing, cliff jumping, river crossing
Other activities Hiking, Stream walk,Rope activities, Bird watching and Angling.
TRIP OVERVIEW
This is a truly unique river trip with 3 standout elements. First would be the experience of camping on the pristine sandy beach at Beasghat, surely the finest river beach. Next would be an opportunity to learn kayaking on inflatable 2 men kayaks (duckies) and getting to do a long run on your own with full safety backup and last but not the least you get to raft long stretches on the river Alaknanda & Ganga. Also not to be left out is another beautiful Himalayan river that you encounter on this trip, Nayar
In addition to the above there are plenty of mouth watering activities for the adventure inclined. There are opportunities to do mild to wild cliff jumping, body surfing on easy to moderate level rapids, bridge slithering and stream walks. This is a trip which can be done easily on an extended weekend as the region is very easily accessible from Delhi and other parts. First timers with a reasonable fitness and a sense of adventure can also undertake this trip after consulting our experts