Marine Drive (not to be confused with the one in Mumbai) is located at a
distance of 24 kilometers from Rishikesh. This is ideal for those who wish to
spend a longer time rafting. It is spacious enough for beach camping along the
Ganga, in addition to its adventure-sport pull.
Grades of River Rapids
One can explore Grade II to III+ rapids like Crossfire, Three Blind
Mice, Return to Sender, Golf Course, Roller Coaster and double trouble.
The third closest point to embark on a rafting expedition is from
Rishikesh. This spot has gained worldwide popularity among novice rafters.
Irrespective of whether you’re looking for an adventure packed trip or a
comprehensive family outing, Marine Drive is the ideal point. In order to have
a safe and enjoyable experience, a word of advice from the experts is a must.
What to Look Forward To?rafting-from-marine-drive
A few extra rapids are capable of lacing up your adventure to another
level altogether, as compared with Shivpuri. The difficulty level involved is
moderate. However, you should be appropriately braced in case some mis-hap is
likely to occur.
Option – 1 :Rafting
Marine Drive to Rishikesh (1 Night and 2 Days Stay at Beach Camp)
Day 01: Welcome
to the divine city of Rishikesh in the morning at our camp, on arrival welcome
drink will be served and beach camps will be allotted to the group. After
taking some rest, get ready for a jungle trek to the pristine waterfall. After
spending an unforgettable time near the waterfall, transfer to the camp. Enjoy
the mouthwatering hot buffet lunch and then spend some relaxing time by
exploring the area or indulging in the exciting camp activities and games like
cricket, badminton and volleyball. In the evening, enjoy a hot cup of tea with
delicious snacks and bonfire. Dinner and relaxing overnight stay at the camp.
Day 02: Early
morning, you can have a cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast. Leave the camp
and start river rafting from Marine Drive to Rishikesh (24 km). Experience
rafting through the rowdy rapids like the Initiation, Return to Sender, Double
Trouble and Hilton. Besides river rafting, you also can also carry out body
surfing and cliff jumping. Float past the beautiful temples, ashrams and Ghats
nestled across the pious river Ganga. Arrive at your camp in Rishikesh with
lifelong memories to cherish forever.
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Options – 2 :Rafting
Marine Drive to Rishikesh (2 Nights and 3 Days Stay at Beach Camp)
Day 01 : Welcome
to the sacred city of Rishikesh in the morning at our camp. On arrival welcome
drink will be served and designated beach camps will be allotted to the group.
After some rest our guide will take you for a memorable jungle trek to the
magnificent Neerghar waterfall. After spending a wonderful time near the
waterfall, transfer to the camp. Enjoy the scrumptious hot buffet lunch and
then spend some relaxing time by exploring the area or indulging in the
exciting camp activities and games like cricket, badminton and volleyball. In
the evening, enjoy a hot cup of tea with delicious snacks and bonfire. Dinner
and relaxing overnight stay at the camp.
Day 02 : Early
morning, you can have a cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast. Leave the camp
and start river rafting from Marine Drive to Ram Jhula or NIM Beach (24 Kms).
Navigate through the wild rapids like the Roller Coaster and Golf Course.
Besides river rafting, you also can also carry out body surfing and cliff
jumping. After rafting sessions you will be transferred back at beach camp.
Have a lunch in the camp and keep yourself engaged by playing camp games and
activities. In the evening, enjoy light snacks with bonfire. Dinner and
comfortable overnight stay at the camp.
Day 03 : Morning
be ready for adventure activities like rock climbing, rappelling at camp
itself. Later have breakfast and leave the camp for your onward journey.