River
rafting in Ladakh takes you through its picturesque landscape,
consisting of deep canyons, soaring snow-covered peaks, hilltop
monasteries, hillside villages, and unique wildlife. The best time for
river rafting tourism in Ladakh is from June to October. Amongst the
numerous options for white water rafting in Leh Ladakh, the main ones
are:
Indus River
Indus River as well as its major tributaries in Ladakh offer a wide
range of river rafting options. One of the best stretches on the Indus
River is the one between Spituk and Nimu or Saspol. However, those new
to river rafting must go for the easiest stretch upstream from Spituk up
to Karu.
Zanskar River
Zanskar River in Ladakh has on offer some of the most difficult, but
exciting, rafting options. One of these stretches is the one between
Padum and Nimu, through a gorge in the Zanskar Mountains. However, this
trek will take upto a week.