Adventurous travelers will not be disappointed by the rugged , untamed waterways of Bhutan. Rafting in Bhutan comes with choice- strong to slow gentle varying currents. Enjoy the untamed & wild waterways of Bhutan.The crystal clear rivers of Bhutan are one of the kingdom’s best kept open secrets. It is accompanied by the glacial melt of the Eastern Himalayas, six major rivers namely,Wangchhu,Sunkosha,Puna Tsanchhu,Mangde Chhu,Dangmechhu,Kuri Chhu, have been scouted for Kayaking & Rafting in Bhutan.
The pristine natural setting and the share variety of the rivers courses provide a unique opportunity to explore Bhutan’s beautiful wilderness.
Adventurous travelers will not be disappointed by the rugged untamed waterways of Bhutan. The rivers plentiful with strong currents varying between slow gentle flows in some places and powerful raging torrents can be found throughout the country. Although adventure sports and tourism a relatively recent introduction to Bhutan, they are rapidly gaining popularity.
The river courses available in Bhutan offer something for all visitors regardless of experience. There are easy routes for beginners and hair rising runs for the veterans. Besides the rafts and the kayaks, Bhutanese agent also organizes walking and trekking expeditions along the scenic river banks. The best time for rafting and kayaking is from March to April and November to December.
Bhutanese rafting & Kayaking guides will do everything to ensure that you enjoy the adventure while minimizing the risk. The rivers of Bhutan were first surveyed for potential routes for water sports in 1997 by Gary Mofatt and Peter Knowels, both experienced rafters/ Kayakers at the invitations of the Royal Government and Department of Tourism.
They trained the first batch of Bhutanese river guides and conducted surveys to grade the rivers. Since then other rivers have been surveyed including Manas, Amochhu and Punatsangchhu. Tourism Council of Bhutan guidelines ensure that all operators use will maintained professional equipment and maintain a reasonable guide client ratio.
Rafting through the Royal Manas National park is a good opportunity to delve into the nature with forest and rich biodiversity, which are home to endangered golden langur, Asian elephant, water buffalo, gaur, Rufous necked hornbill, pygmy hog, Bengal tiger, clouded leopards, and many wild cats.You need not have to have experience to try out white water rafting in Bhutan. As long as you are ready to paddle a bit and get wet, you are qualified to do the rafting.
Kindly note water levels in the month of May and October are high and low in the winter months of January and February. Bhutan Inbound guides are well trained in safety measures.
Having said that, ensure that all safety measures are undertaken and most importantly, follow your guide’s instruction very carefully.
River Rafting in Bhutan is full of fun & Adventure. You need not have to be professional to try out Rafting in Punakha. There will be trained Rafters to accompany you along the way.
The Pho Chu River, with its approx 16 km is the most popular for rafting in Bhutan followed by the Mo Chu river with 10 Km, both at Punakha .
As you drift by , you may encounter world rarest bird; White Bellied Heron/Kingfisher & also get to capture the amazing view of Punakha Dzong & the magnificent lush green valley. Rafting is something one must try while in Bhutan.
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