The challenge
of a turbulent river is no less than that of the rugged mountains. The
icy heights of the Himalayas are the source of some of India's mighty rivers.
Fed by innumerable streams they race along tortuous boulder strewn beds,
cutting deep gorges and breaking into silvery white rapids. The term 'White
water' refers to foamy and whitish appearance of fast flowing water. The
white water river rafting is quite thrilling and adventurous. With the
intricate network of mountain rivers flowing through a myriad of different
colors of rocky Gorges, forests, flowers and high mountain villages, the
hills provide ideal locals for the perfect water adventure. Sandy beaches
line the river at intervals, allowing river rafters to pull up alongside.
The slopes on either side are
covered with
oak, pine spruce and fir, with the occasional village and its terraced
fields dotting the landscape. Wild-Life can be sighted at a distance, especially
spotted deer, monkeys, leopard, while multi-hued butterflies flit among
flowering bushes.
Spiritual retreats
and ashrams overlook the river and add to the spiritual experience.
The sport of
white water river rafting calls for a triumph over the swift, swirling
river as it gushes past spectacular mountains.
It is practiced
mainly in the upper reaches where the water is wild and white as it froths
and foams, crashing against narrow
gorges, rocky
outcrops and falls at deep gradients. The suitable period for river running
depends on the adequacy of
water volume.
Months from September to November & March to
May are most appropriate. The equipment
required is
ordinary outdoor gear, goggles, antiseptic cream and a liking for getting
wet.
One of the
great advantages of rafting is to travel leisurely through the varied terrain
and enjoy interaction with the locals
and take photographs.
In river running each day could hold promise of new discoveries. River
running is usually organized
early in the
morning until mid or late afternoon when the camp is set up on some secluded
area on the beach. River trips are generally safe and can be enjoyed by
families and holidaymakers of all ages. Each traveler is provided with
a life jacket as
well as waterproof
kitbags for clothes and watertight boxes for cameras etc. A trained crew,
does the rowing of these rafts,
and confirm
to international standards. C'MORE ensures use of most modern
unsinkable rubber rafts and trained river guides.
RAPID
GRADING CLASS
1* Easy;
moving water, small waves, on obstacles
CLASS
2 ** Moderate difficulty, with clear passage
CLASS
3*** Difficult, high irregular waves,
narrow clear passage, require Precise manoeuring
CLASS
4**** Very difficult long rapid, powerful
irregular waves and Hydraulics, require precise manoeuvring.
CLASS
5***** Extremely difficult, long violent
and highly congested rapid, For team of experts only
Equipments & Safety The equipment
for white water river rafting is an oar frame raft which usually accommodates
a maximum of eight persons.
It is navigated
by an experienced guide using two large oars. Sometimes all persons on
board use paddle for greater power
to match the
river. However keen coordination is necessary and it is important not to
fight the currunt if adrift.
#
Minimum age for participation is 14 years, younger children are allowed
on certain sections of the rivers.
# All
members get full safety gear - U.S. cost guard approved life-jackets, helmets,
water proof dry bags & basic
camping gear.
Complete safety briefing to all the members at the start of the trip.
# All
trips can be made by beginners unless otherwise indicated.
We
ensure safe adventure under special supervision of trained and professional
staff members
But
C'
MORE does not take any responsibility for any mishap or accident that
might occur.
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