River Rafting in Coorg

1. Dubare River Rafting Base: Lying at the Elephant Camp, on the banks of the Cauvery river, Dubare River Rafting Base lets you enjoy a fun rafting experience in the calm and  placid waters of the Cauvery. The Dubare River Rafting Base of River Cauvery features grade I and grade II rapids, which is suitable for beginners and ammature rafters.

This place offers two rafting lengths, one of 8.5 kilometers and the other of 12 kilometers. Rafting at the Dubare River Rafting Base is totally easy and does not require any special drill or training. While rafting at this place, you can soak in the mesmerizing panoramic views of lush forests and towering hills. You can also spot a variety of wildlife species, including elephants and colorful birds.

Price: INR 1000 per head

Timings: 6 AM to 4 PM

2. Barapole River Rafting Base: As its name suggests, the Barapole River Rafting Base lets you enjoy a super thrilling river rafting experience in the mighty Barapole River. Having grade V rapids, this place offers one of the most challenging river rafting experiences in the entire state of Karnataka. Also known as the Kathu-Kakkatu River, this river offers a rafting length of  3 to 4 kilometers.

Rafting on the wild waters of the Barapole river requires good skills and prior experience and is recommended only for seasoned rafters. You will need a good mock practice before entering the Barapole waters to enjoy rafting. You will need to be informed about the rafting gears, paddling techniques, and safety measures in order to make the most out of your rafting trip on the Barapole river. Experienced rafters can handle challenging rapids like Big Bang, Grasshopper, Ramba Samba, Morning Coffee, and Wicked Witch in the Barapole river.

Price: INR 1200 per head

Timings: 9 AM to 3 PM

The most ideal time for river rafting in Coorg is during the monsoons, between the months of July and September. During this period of the year, there is much scope for enjoying white water rafting. One can also choose to visit Coorg for rafting after the monsoons or during the winters or summers. These are good times of the year for experiencing still water rafting.

- Lightweight waterproof and windproof jacket

- Synthetic clothing

- Casual t-shirts and trousers

- Footwear:

- A pair of sturdy and comfortable shoes

- A pair of Synthetic/woolen socks

- A towel

- A pair of sunglasses

- Sunscreen

- A sunhat

- Toiletry kit

- First-aid box

The cost of Coorg rafting packages generally starts from INR 1000 per head and can go up to INR 2,000 per head. However, the cost may vary on the basis of the rafting course you choose and the season of the year it is.

- A pair of synthetic shorts

- A synthetic tee/ short sleeve top

- A floatation jacket

- A helmet

- A pair of comfortable shoes

- A pair of goggles

Yes, the winter month of December is a decent time for enjoying river rafting in Coorg. During this time of the year, one can primarily enjoy still water rafting wherein the flow of water remains still without any disruptions.