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Kaudiyala to Rishikesh Expedition (36 km)
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River Rafting · Uttarakhand

Kaudiyala to Rishikesh Expedition (36 km)

challenging2 days / 1 night

Duration

2 days / 1 night

Price

10,000

Group size

1–8

Best time

Nearest city: Rishikesh

The ultimate multi-day river expedition on the Ganga, starting from remote Kaudiyala and tackling Grade IV+ rapids including The Wall - the most challenging rapid in the region.

Highlights

  • Conquer The Wall - the most technical Grade IV+ rapid in the region
  • Overnight beach camping under the stars in a Himalayan gorge
  • 2-day wilderness experience with no road access for long stretches

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: - 7:00 AM: Depart Rishikesh for Kaudiyala (1.5 hrs drive)

    Day 1 - 7:00 AM: Depart Rishikesh for Kaudiyala (1.5 hrs drive)

  2. Day 1: - 9:00 AM: Safety briefing, start rafting

    Day 1 - 9:00 AM: Safety briefing, start rafting

  3. Day 1: - 9:30 AM-2:00 PM: Raft Kaudiyala to Byassghat beach camp (1

    Day 1 - 9:30 AM-2:00 PM: Raft Kaudiyala to Byassghat beach camp (18 km)

  4. Day 1: - 2:00 PM-5:00 PM: Set up camp, swimming, games on beach

    Day 1 - 2:00 PM-5:00 PM: Set up camp, swimming, games on beach

  5. Day 1: - 7:00 PM: Bonfire and dinner

    Day 1 - 7:00 PM: Bonfire and dinner

  6. Day 2: - 8:00 AM: Breakfast, break camp

    Day 2 - 8:00 AM: Breakfast, break camp

  7. Day 2: - 9:30 AM-1:00 PM: Raft Byassghat to Rishikesh (18 km, inclu

    Day 2 - 9:30 AM-1:00 PM: Raft Byassghat to Rishikesh (18 km, including The Wall rapid)

  8. Day 2: - 1:00 PM: Lunch, return transport to Rishikesh

    Day 2 - 1:00 PM: Lunch, return transport to Rishikesh

Inclusions

  • Tented beach camping (twin sharing) with sleeping bags and mats
  • All meals (Day 1 lunch to Day 2 lunch)
  • Professional river guides (IRF certified)
  • All safety equipment
  • Beach camp with bonfire
  • Transport from Rishikesh and back

Exclusions

  • Personal insurance
  • GoPro video service
  • Personal expenses and tips

Safety guidelines

  1. Minimum age: 16 years
  2. Intermediate swimming ability recommended
  3. Minimum 8 participants required per batch
  4. All rapids scouted before running
  5. Kayak safety support accompanies the expedition
  6. Weather-dependent - may be rescheduled if conditions unsafe