Whitewater Kayaking in Ladakh, India
About the Activity
Kayaking in Ladakh is a must-do experience for any adventure enthusiast. The region offers a range of rivers that cater to all levels of kayakers, from easy class II/III rapids to more challenging class IV/V rapids. Kayakers can paddle the calm and serene Zanskar River or challenge themselves with the Tsarap Chhu, Indus and Shyok rivers.
Wet N Wild Explorations is a renowned company that offers customized multi-day kayak expeditions in Ladakh. They provide world-class safety and high-quality equipment to ensure that kayakers have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Kayaking in Ladakh is not just about the thrill of paddling down rapids. It's also an opportunity to experience the unique culture and beauty of the region. Kayakers will pass by remote villages and monasteries that are otherwise inaccessible, providing an immersive and unforgettable cultural experience.
The landscape of Ladakh is breathtaking, with towering mountains and rugged terrain. Kayaking provides a unique perspective of the region, allowing you to immerse yourself in its natural beauty and experience its raw power.
In conclusion, kayaking in Ladakh is a unique and unforgettable experience that is a must-do for any adventure seeker.
Tsarap-chhu and Zanskar, 7 days
Do you want to paddle one of the world’s highest, most remote and arguably beautiful rivers Tsarap Chhu and Zanskar ?
Descending over 1000m in 5 days, on crystal blue water in a desert, through tight box canyons and deep gorges, visiting monasteries and sleeping under the Milky Way every night, the Tsarap Chu is a truly unforgettable trip.
Start point: Tsarap Chu at Sarchu (4250m)
End Point: Indus river at Wet n Wild camp, Nimoo (3200m)
Distance: 280km Duration: 5 days
Grade: Between 3+ to 4+ depending on when you paddle.
Timing : Aug - September
More Rivers to Kayaking in Ladakh
Apart from Tsarap Chu and Zanskar river, you can also kayak other beautiful rivers like the Upper Indus, Lower Indus, Shyok which are all great high volume grade III - V rivers. We can do multi day expeditions or day trips - and you can cover all rivers in Ladakh within 15 - 20 days.
More about rivers of Ladakh
Whitewater Kayaking in Uttarakhand, India
Uttarakhand is home to beautiful class II - IV rivers like Ganga, Bhaghirathi, Alaknanda, Pindar, Tons and more. We provide fully guided expeditions from 3 days to 20 days and can cover one or multiple rivers.
Timing: October to May
More about rivers of Uttarakhand
Kayaking on Ganga
Great class II / III big volume river for beginner - intermediate paddling, and as a warm up for experienced paddlers before going on to more challenging rivers. Ganga is also a great starter for paddlers not used to big volume rivers. We can spend 2-3 days paddling on the ganga either as day trips or as an expedition with camping on the beautiful river beaches.
Kayaking on Alaknanda
Alaknanda is one of the two rivers which merge to form the Ganga. A class III / IV big volume river, it's great for intermediate - experienced paddlers who wish enjoy fun and adventurous expeditions on nice clean water. Recommended plan: 2-3 days as an expedition with camping on beaches.
Kayaking on Upper Bhagirathi
Bhagirathi is the other river which merges with Alaknanda to form the Ganga. Upper Bhaghirati (in and around Uttarkashi, India) is a class IV / V creek style river which can be paddled in 3-4 days as an expedition. Recommended for experienced paddlers looking to have good quality whitewater.
Kayaking on Lower Bhagirathi
Lower Bhagirathi is a 3-4 class III / IV hour day trip, a lot of fun to play around with the waves and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Feel free to contact us to organize trips in any of these rivers.
Whitewater Kayaking in North East India
There are numerous world class rivers ranging from class III to class IV in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya. You can select to paddle in the very big volume mighty Brahmaputra as well as fantastic class V/VI creek rivers like the Kopli river in Meghalay
Timing:
Meghalaya: October - November
Arunachal Pradesh: November - April
More about rivers of North east India
Ganga
Great class II / III big volume river for beginner - intermediate paddling, and as a warm up for experienced paddlers before going on to more challenging rivers. Ganga is also a great starter for paddlers not used to big volume rivers. We can spend 2-3 days paddling on the ganga either as day trips or as an expedition with camping on the beautiful river beaches.
Alaknanda
Alaknanda is one of the two rivers which merge to form the Ganga. A class III / IV big volume river, it's great for intermediate - experienced paddlers who wish enjoy fun and adventurous expeditions on nice clean water. Recommended plan: 2-3 days as an expedition with camping on beaches.
Upper Bhagirathi
Bhagirathi is the other river which merges with Alaknanda to form the Ganga. Upper Bhaghirati (in and around Uttarkashi, India) is a class IV / V creek style river which can be paddled in 3-4 days as an expedition. Recommended for experienced paddlers looking to have good quality whitewater.
Lower Bhagirathi
Lower Bhagirathi is a 3-4 class III / IV hour day trip, a lot of fun to play around with the waves and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Feel free to contact us to organize trips in any of these rivers.