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An exciting journey down one of the world's greatest rivers, an option only for the true adventurer. The river, after flowing gently eastwards through Tibet, cuts the Greater Himalaya and the highest un climbed mountain in the world, Namche Barwa before it enters Arunachal Pradesh, where the expedition begins, a few miles inside the line-of-control with China. The expedition takes you through remote hillsides dotted with tribal settlements in clearings surrounded by leech-infested rainforest. |
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| RAFTING ON THE GANGES I |
Day 01
Delhi / Silver Sand Leave Delhi by 6:00 am. Arrive at Camp by lunch. Later raft the initiation stretch. We encounter rapids ranging from Grade 1- 3, namely, “Three Blind Mice”, “Cross Fire”, “Bodysurfing” etc. Drive back to camp for tea followed by beach volleyball, campfire and dinner. Camp overnight. |
Day 02
Silver Sand After breakfast drive downstream to raft the second section of the river. This is the best white water section on the Ganges with rapids like “Return to Sender”, “Roller Coaster”, “Golf Course”, “Club House”, “Cash Flow”, “Double Trouble” etc. Drive back to camp for lunch. Afternoon free for volleyball, irdwatching, a small hike or just lazing about. Campfire dinner and overnight in camp. |
Day 03
Silver Sand / Delhi After breakfast, drive upstream to raft the third section of the river. Back in camp for a late lunch. Depart for Delhi IDEAL SEASON : Mid-September to mid-May. |
| NOTE:- |
1) The above itinerary can be altered to meet specific requirements/can be incorporated into a 1-2 day schedule, even during week days.
2) The above itinerary may vary depending on river levels.
3) Children below 14 years may be allowed to raft certain stretches, only at the discretion of the river guide, depending on water level.
4) NO HARD SHELLS, PLEASE. For weekend / weekday trips too, do carry soft baggage as far as possible.
5) Consumption of alcohol or drugs is not permitted upto 6 hours before or during a raft trip. We hold the right to cancel any arrangements held for a passenger found to be under the influence of alcohol without any refunds.
6) All meals are served at a central dining area – including tea, coffee (twice a day) and soft drinks. There is no room service.
7) Accommodation - We offer Deluxe tents (beds, mattresses and quilts are provided) on twin share. Each tent is furnished with 2 camp cots, a table, two cane chairs. There are separate Toilet tents with dry-pit toilets with western style commodes over a pit (in sync with the Reserved Forest Camping Regulations.
8 ) Activities in camp : Beside rafting one could kayak on a placid stretch near the camp or opt for hike to a typical village opposite the camp or even go for longer hikes (5-6hrs) in the surrounding hills. Facilities are available for Beach games like volleyball, frisbee, tennis ball cricket etc. A day in camp is usually rounded off with a
campfire and a leisurely evening with fellow rafters sharing your experiences. |
| THE BRAHMAPUTRA RIVER EXPEDITION |
Day 01
Arrive Delhi A warm welcome on arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight at the hotel. |
Day 02
Delhi / Dibrugarh Transfer to airport for flight to Dibrugarh. Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel. |
Day 03
Dibrugarh / Dinjan After breakfast drive to Dinjan and then take a Helicopter ride to Tuting. |
Day 04
Tuting / Ninguing Initiation. You will be introduced to your instructor this morning. Raft on the river till Ninguing. |
Day 05
Ninguing / Pango Raft from Ninguing to Pango. Camp overnight. |
Day 06
Pango / Rikor Raft from Pango to Rikor. Camp for overnight stay. |
Day 07
Rikor / Alubadi Raft from Rikor to Alubadi. Camp overnight. |
Day 08
Alubadi / Yinkeong Raft Alubadi to Yinkeong. Camp overnight. |
Day 09
Yinkeong / Geku Raft from Yinkeong to Geku. Camp overnight. |
Day 10
Geku / Yambung Raft from Geku to Yambung. Camp overnight. |
Day 11
Yambung / Ponging Raft Yambung to Ponging . Camp overnight. |
Day 12
Ponging / Pasighat Raft from Ponging to Pasighat. Check-in at a Rest House / Hotel. Overnight stay at the Rest House / hotel. |
Day 13
Pasighat / Dibrugarh Drive from Pasighat to Dibrugarh and check-in at a hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel. |
Day 14
Dibrugarh / Delhi Transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. Assistance on arrival and later transfer to international for flight back home. |
| Note: If helicopter flights to Tuting are not available, it will mean a drive of ¾ days to Tuting / Pango. Members of the expedition are requested to help in setting up camp and with meals. Also only essentials need to be carried in order to keep the rafts light and maneuverable. |
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