Kaudiyala Rafters Camp
The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN), an Uttaranchal Government undertaking,
conducts river rafting courses at Kaudiyala, 38 kms from Rishikesh. It provides
rafts, equipment, and camping items, besides safety precautions and trained
guides.
Amidst the dense forest cover, on the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway, at an altitude
of 480 mts, the mighty waters of the Ganga, are ideal for white water rafting.
There is also ample opportunity, to view wildlife in its natural habitat. Nature
walks along the river are a real treat, and rock climbing is specially arranged
for avid adventure lovers.
Accomodation:
Kaudiyala has been developed as a rafting destination. Tented accommodation
is available in Kaudiyala.
Access by Road:
Kaudiyala is easily accessible from Dehradun (80 kms), Haridwar (57 kms), Rishikesh
(38 kms), and Delhi (260 kms) by road.
Access by Air:
Jolly Grant (55 kms from Kaudiyala) is the nearest airport.
First Aid:
Every raft is equipped with a first aid box and other life saving devices. All
rafting companies have a panel of doctors, in case of any emergency.
Access by Rail:
Rishikesh is the nearest railhead.
