River Rafting is probably one of the most loved and popular adventure activities in the world. With gurgling white water splashing on your body, the raft dancing on the river currents, and adrenaline rushing through the veins of the body- it is an exciting activity too. Not only young adventurous couples, but even mid-age families are also actively indulging themselves in this activity.
With an increase in popularity, people have started looking out for better and more challenging spots for enjoying this spot. Needless to say that the excitement is the propeller for people wanting to enjoy the sport. But fewer people know about the facts that they should know before heading out for river rafting. Ask yourself, do you know the basics that include the levels or class of river rafting.
Here are some important things to know about the difficulties levels of river rafting:
Class I and II
To start with you have the beginners all the initial stages of river rafting which is written as class I and II in the books of this adventure activity. It is important to quickly know about these levels so that you are clear of what they have on offer. And we believe after going through our certain points, you will be able to make a better decision whether you will be considering this as your option or not.
- These are the initial levels of river rafting and they are particularly for kids and those who want to learn rafting.
- The rivers remain calm for the most part.
- The river waves get as high as 1-2 ft which is not that challenging.
- Therefore it is the young children that find themselves at peace here.
Class III
After levels I and II which are the same in terms of difficulty, we move to the next level which is Class III river rafting. With the previous two difficulties being easy this one becomes a bit more interesting for elders. Here are a few points that you should know before heading to class three difficulties of river rafting.
- This is the level when rapids start to get a bit difficult.
- This is also known as the beginner-intermediate level where usually rapids reach a height of 3 ft.
- There are several passageways where you will find obstacles making your experience even better.
- People who have understood the basics of river rafting, start their profession or enjoyment from this level.
- It helps them to understand the tricks to maneuver through the water currents.
A lot of people get introduced to river rafting from this level. They also get a lot of options in class III level of river rafting. So what do you think? Are you well prepared for taking on the class three difficulties of river rafting or not?
Class IV
Going up the ladder, we now have the class for the difficulty of river rafting which is surely a bit more than the previous one. In many aspects, class IV is known to be a good level for beginners. So before you make up your mind we have a few points that you should know and it will surely help you in making a wiser decision.
- This is the next level of river rafting which goes by the name of the intermediate level. This is the level from which your difficulties start.
- The waves stay higher than 4 ft and there are multiple obstacles in the way.
- There can be chances where you might fall off your raft so stay alert and get ready to swim.
So now with these three points, do you think you stand a chance to enjoy the difficulties of level 4 or not?
Class V
Although in many areas due to the current of the river, there are certain other levels as well. You might get to see levels VI and VII in many areas. But in a generic term, the river rafting difficulties are divided into 5 sections. So the most difficult and last on the list is the class V difficulty of river rafting. Yet again before you head for class five difficulty we would suggest that you give a quick read through these points so that you are well prepared for the upcoming challenges.
- After the intermediate level comes the advanced level which is even more difficult than the previous ones.
- The height of the currents goes up to 6 ft and drops.
- It is highly dangerous to traverse this class if you haven’t had any past experience.
- It is better to stay away from this class of rapids if you do not know how to swim because the waves are highly challenging in this class. It is one of the most interesting and probably the best kind of sport on earth.
As we have already briefed about that there are two more levels in river rafting but they are very rare to be found. As rare as they are to be found, people committing themselves to them are even rare. The white water rafting above Level 5 becomes dangerous and at times fatal. Even the professionals find it difficult to row their raft in such rapids. So we would advise just accessing all these five classes and deciding amongst them.
Class VI
Level 6 water rafting in Ladakh is an extreme adventure sport that involves navigating through rapids and turbulent water currents in the Zanskar River. This level of rafting is reserved for experienced rafters only, as it requires advanced skills and physical fitness. The rapids in this section of the river are extremely challenging, with huge waves, strong eddies, and whirlpools that can tip the raft over.
The level VI rafting experience usually begins in Chilling, where you will be provided with the necessary gear such as helmets, life jackets, and paddles, followed by a briefing on safety and paddling techniques. The rafting journey takes about three to four days, during which you will pass through breathtaking landscapes, including deep gorges and towering mountains.
Conclusion
Now you have the most important piece of information that determines the levels of river rafting. With this, you can now ask people and judge which is the best one for you. Also, it is better to be well-equipped with knowledge before trying out any adventure sport.
If you wish to go to the higher levels above four then we would strictly suggest that you hire a professional who could help you out in enjoying the rafting. Or you take a crash course of river rafting before pulling your raft into the water. As exciting as it may sound, river rafting is no joke. You should be equally cautious while doing the sport to get the best of its experience.
