Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
White Water Kayaking
Feel the thrill kayaking in fast water streams.
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White Water Kayaking — Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Duration: 7 Days · Price: ₹31,500 · Certification: Level 2 — White Water Kayaking
Designed for beginners who want to progress quickly and confidently into real white-water conditions. Flexible day-counts available on request.
Day-by-day
| Day | Focus |
|---|---|
| 1 | Equipment & flat-water basics — safety, paddle handling, posture |
| 2 | Paddling control & balance — forward/reverse/sweep strokes, edging |
| 3 | River currents — eddies, waves, ferrying, one-way runs, wet-exit practice |
| 4 | Rapid familiarisation — Grade I–II rapids, eddy turns, peel-outs, roll practice |
| 5 | Technique & rescue — surfing small waves, self- and team-rescue, reading lines |
| 6 | Guided river run — multiple sections of the Ganga, endurance paddling |
| 7 | Assessment & Level 2 certification |
What's included
Certified instructors · kayak, paddle, helmet, life jacket, spray deck, wetsuit · safety kayak and on-ground support · transport to/from kayaking sites · Level 2 certification on completion.
What to carry
Quick-dry clothes · rash guard · waterproof shoes or river sandals · waterproof sunscreen · sunglasses with strap · towel · water bottle.
Key FAQs
- Rapids: Grade I–II, mild and beginner-friendly.
- Swimming: Not mandatory, but being comfortable in water is very important.
- Best season: October to April.
- Cold water? High-quality wetsuits provided — you stay warm.
- Does Go Careless run this directly? No — we partner with the most credible and certified adventure operators in India.
Cancellation
15+ days — 100% refund · 7–14 days — 50% · <7 days — 10%. Processed in 5–7 business days.
Reschedule
Request at least 15 days before start; one free reschedule within 6 months, subject to availability.
Offers
3+ participants — ₹1,000 flat discount · Returning customers — 10% discount.
Ready to book white water kayaking?
For white water kayaking, we coordinate directly with the partner operator. Message us on WhatsApp — we'll confirm dates, capacity, and send the indemnity form in minutes.
White Water Kayaking in action
Shots from our partner schools and the founder’s own trips.
Questions before booking?
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