River Rafting in Kullu & Leh
White-water rafting on the Beas near Kullu – from a gentle 3 km float to a 14 km run through grade III rapids – and on the Indus and Zanskar rivers in Ladakh, including the Chilling – Nimmu stretch of the Zanskar.
| 📍 Where | Beas river (Babeli, Pirdi – Jhiri) and Indus / Zanskar rivers in Ladakh |
|---|---|
| 🌤️ Best time | Kullu (Beas): March – June, September – November · Leh (Indus & Zanskar): June – September |
| ⏱️ Duration | 40 minutes to 4 hours depending on the stretch |
| 👨👩👧 Who can do it | Minimum 14 years for rapid sections; swimming not required – life jacket and helmet given |
| 🚗 Transport | Not included – add a cab from our Manali taxi rates |
| 💰 Price | From ₹550 per person (groups of 10+: ₹350) – rates for each option below · Book on WhatsApp → |
River Rafting – Places & Options
- Babeli (Beas), 3 km
Short, easy float – good for families. - Babeli – Dev Dhaam (Beas), 9 km
Most popular Kullu stretch with grade II – III rapids. - Pirdi – Jhiri (Beas), 14 km
Longer run with grade III rapids, below Kullu. - Chilling – Sangam (Zanskar), 28 km · grade 4+
Ladakh’s classic white-water stretch through the Zanskar gorge, 3 – 4 hours. - Phey – Sangam (Indus), 25 km · grade 3+
About 3 hours to the Indus – Zanskar confluence near Nimmu. - Schorpochay – Nimmu (Indus), 16 km · grade 3+
About 2 hours. - Tsogsti – Nimmu (Indus), 6 km · grade 1+
Easy 40-minute float.
River Rafting Spots – Distance & Altitude from Manali
📏 About 58 km · ⛰️ Highest point 2,050 m
← Swipe on mobile to see the whole route → Distances by road from Manali; altitudes approximate.
Book River Rafting – Rates 2026
| Activity – tap to add (select as many as you like) | Per person | Group (10+) |
|---|---|---|
| Rafting 3 kmBabeli, Beas river (Kullu) | ₹550 | ₹350 |
| Rafting 9 kmBabeli – Dev Dhaam, Beas river | ₹800 | ₹550 |
| Rafting 14 kmPirdi – Jhiri, Beas river | ₹1,200 | ₹950 |
| Rafting Chilling – Sangam 28 km (grade 4+)Zanskar river, Leh | ₹2,800 | On request |
| Rafting Schorpochay – Nimmu 16 km (grade 3+)Indus river, Leh | ₹1,800 | On request |
| Rafting Tsogsti – Nimmu 6 km (grade 1+)Indus river, Leh | ₹900 | On request |
🚗 Transportation charges are not included. Group rate applies to an activity when 10 or more persons book it.
🧾 Your Booking
Personal Details
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What is Included
- Raft, life jacket and helmet
- Trained river guide and safety kayaker on rapid stretches
🚗 Transportation charges are not included – add a Manali taxi from our fixed rate list. Activities stop in bad weather for safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is rafting in Kullu safe for beginners?
Yes – the Babeli stretches are suitable for first-timers; guides brief you before the run and life jackets are compulsory.
Rafting in Ladakh – what to know?
Rafts take 8 people, children under 14 are not allowed on rapid sections, food is not allowed on the raft and an indemnity form is required.
How do I book river rafting?
Send your date and group size on WhatsApp (+91-98162-56954) – we confirm the slot and the price, and can add it to your Manali taxi or tour package.
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