All About Whitewater Rafting-Update 2015 

Whitewater rafting usually represents rafting that happens at the foothills of a mountain range as when a river falls southwards through steep gorges and bursts into silvery rapids that serve as the perfect backdrop for some exciting water adventure. It is also a fun and excellent activity that gives you an amazing experience. The elegance of this activity is the fact that you can easily do it even if you are not experienced at it. It can also be quite dangerous if certain things are not done successfully. Your safety is not something you want to skimp on when you are on the water. In accordance to me, the best time for river rafting in Northern India is from March to April or from September to November and there is enough water in the upper reaches of the river to enjoy rafting.

Whitewater rafting is a most popular sport and with the entry of organized players; visitors have gained immensely as they no longer need to scout for food, life jackets, accommodations, helmets, equipment, and the help of an expert guide at affordable costs. Tough competition in this sector has kept the costs down and averted the possibility of monopoly by any company in this sector.

Young children below the age of fourteen are prohibited from such trips and some trips, which are performed on dangerous stretches of a river, require visitors to know swimming before they are confessed for such trips.Pregnant women and those who suffer from serious ailments like hypertension and epilepsy are not allowed for whitewater rafting trips as this sport can be very dangerous for their lives.

The satisfaction associated with this sport far surpasses the threats associated with it and those who have experienced whitewater rafting confess that the enjoyment and entertainment far exceed the expenses incurred. The adrenalin rush, which one gets by maneuvering your boat through gushing rapids, is exhilarating simply. The thrill of meandering through overflowing rapids that hit your face with unceasing regularity is an experience that you will enjoy for the rest of your life.

Whitewater rafting also serves as an efficient stress buster and a welcome break from the monotony of everyday life. Such a stimulating experience helps visitors to de-stress and return to their homes with renewed vitality and strength. While embarking on any whitewater rafting trip, visitors should carry with themselves sunscreen lotions, sunglasses, T-shirts, shorts, sneakers, etc. Rest of the equipment like life jackets is usually provided by the travel agency, as it is mandatory by law.

It would be a smart idea if you can get some accommodation in one of the riverside camps. Compared with city hotels, these camps may be short on amenities but they provide a once in a lifetime experience of life in a forest. City-bred visitors rarely get such an experience when you are going on whitewater rafting trip and if you are one of those lucky ones to get such an opportunity then you should grab it with both hands.

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