River Rating in Sikkim

Many tourists have been mesmerized by the thought of river rafting in the River Teesta’s raging waters. The exhilaration of navigating rocky obstacles while riding on erratic tides can be a once-in-a-lifetime event. Rafting down Sikkim’s Teesta and Rangeet rivers will allow you to see it all. Teesta obtains its white water as a result of its rapids. The bravest people all around the world enjoy river rafting, which is one of the most dangerous water activities. In river rafting, a raft that is inflatable is used to travel down a river.

River Rafting in Teesta has become a famous water sport in Sikkim catching the interest of the adventurer from around the globe. River Teesta originates from the mysterious Cho Lhamu Lake which is perched at an elevation of 5,330 m (17,500 feet) in the mighty Himalayas. Also spelled as Tso Lhamo, the sacred Cho Lhamu Lake lies to the north of the Donkin Pass near Shetschen, where the summit of the pass is about eight kilometers northeast of Darjeeling as the crow flies. Graded 2,3, and 4 on the International Scale of River Difficulty the icy cold waters of Teesta with a series of rapid tides with varying intensity and character, extend a challenging invitation to one of the finest rafting stretches in the world.

Things to Rember before River Rafting in Sikkim

Professionals to the novice riders, anyone can get the taste of the thrilling experience of riding through the meandering river Teesta. If you are mentally and physically fit and you age 6-65 then there are no hindrances between you and river rafting in Teesta. But before you head for this adventure, make sure you carry extra clothes, and towels as you are bound to get wet by the splash of the luxuriant river. The raft operators generally give instructions before boarding you in, which needs to be followed during the rafting session. The routes for non swimmers are gentle and easy without many rapids involved. However, for the swimmers and experienced clients, the routes are more adventurous with high-grade rapids providing quite a thrill.

White-Water Rafting is not for fashionable thrill seekers, but for those who thrive on hair-soaking risks, which keep the adrenalin flowing over time! The thrill of rushing down fast-flowing Mountain streams froth with huge waves, dashing against dangerous boulders and dizzy rapids, while you cling for dear life dependent on a fragile, inflatable rubber raft. Experience it all in the river Teesta and Rangeet while traveling to Sikkim.

Some Dos and Dont's While River Rafting in Sikkim

• Pack every piece of the necessary gear you’ll need for the river rafting.
• Properly wear safety equipment like helmets and life jackets given by The tour organizers.
• Be sure to wear warm clothing. We advise you to wear a thermal inner to keep warm because the river water will be really chilly.
• You can rent waterproof jackets if you fear cold water.
• You must contact the organizer at least one day before the rafting.
• Do not bring your valuable belonging with you such as your mobile, any ornaments, and wallets with you while rafting.
• You should pack high-quality sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses to protect yourself from sunburn caused by exposure to sunshine.

• River Rafting
• Trekking
• Paragliding
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Yak Safari
• Hand Gliding