Brahmaputra River rafting
Join us for this iconic expedition on one of the world’s great rivers. The Brahmaputra (or Siang) is a continuation of the magical Tsangpo as it flows through Tibet, it dissects the Himalaya before it enters the Arunachal Pradesh in the far north eastern corner of India. We begin our expedition just inside the line of control with China at the village of Tuting and travel the 180 kilometres of challenging river though to Pasighat through the world class rapids of the Marmung Gorges. If you have done the Zambezi and are looking for your next whitewater challenge, this trip offers some of the best, and most inaccessible whitewater in the world. The adventure takes us through remote villages dotted with tribal settlements amidst the stunning jungle clad hillsides. We offer an alternate rafting based adventure to the Zanskar River in Northern India.
Itinerary & Map
Arrive into Delhi, where you’ll be met by your trip leader and taken to your hotel. Early evening we’ll combine a pre-departure meeting with an evening meal out.
Included: All meals.
Domestic flight from Delhi to Dibrugarh and onwards to Boghiwheel Ghat where we cross ‘The Great River” on the new bridge. We may get the chance to see the Ganges river dolphin as well as some spectacular flora and fauna. Overnight Pasighat.
Included: All meals.
Drive two fascinating days along a Siang river, through Adi villages, settlements and lush tropical rainforest.
Included: All meals.
Once at the river, we have planned a relaxed day to sort out our rafting equipment for the expedition.
Included: All meals.
Today, we begin our river trip. After a full safety and paddle briefing from our international crew, we encounter the huge Class IV+ Ningguing rapid and another Class IV rapid, Pulsating Palsi to reach our riverside camp at Pango.
Included: All meals.
Today, we scout (inspection of the rapids for the safest line) and raft down the giant Pango rapid and enter the Ningguing and Marmong gorges, two of the most beautiful and remote jungle river gorges in the world.
Included: All meals
After a portage around the Class VI rapid ‘Tooth Fairy’, we raft into the Marmong gorge where we challenge rapids such as ‘Hairy Hari’ and ‘Broken Oar’. From here we’ll float down to our camp.
Included: All meals.
LAYOVER DAY. A day to kick back and enjoy your favourite book, beach volleyball, cricket, frisbee and fun.
Included: All meals
After a filling breakfast, we begin our fun filled day with ‘Moing Madness’ and ‘Karko’ and paddle through to Geku Twins Camp for the evening.
Included: All meals.
From our camp at Geku, we begin a long float to Ditte Dime. We pass several Adi tribal villages and float past the confluence of the Siang (Brahmaputra) River with the Siyom River. At camp, a chance for a wash in a fresh water spring nearby.
Included: All meals.
The last big white water rapid on the trip at Ponging. Transfer to rest house at Pasighat and enjoy dinner together recounting your amazing adventures on the trip.
Included: All meals.
After breakfast, we take our domestic flight from Dibrugarh to Delhi for our post trip meal. We’ll transfer you back to your central Delhi hotel. Included: All meals.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer you back to the airport if you are leaving today.
Included: All meals.
Dates & Prices
| Dates | Duration | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 21 November 2025 - Thursday 4 December 2025 | 14 days | £3095 | €3695 | $3995 |
What you should bring
We find most of our clients have in their posession already what is needed for a river journey. We have broken down here the items into what you’ll need on the river and in camp. An equipment list of what you will require for your adventure will be sent to you prior to your departure.
Download equipment file- A pair of Chacos / Keens or similar sandals. (Sandals with a closed toe are ideal)
- 2 pairs of river shorts (longer leg length) shorts can be purchased from our online Water Shop.
- 2 Swimming costume or bikini for ladies.
- Long sleeved thermal top and bottoms to wear under your life jacket. Capilene, Polypropylene or Merino wool is best (not cotton).
- A rash vest (not cotton) as an alternative to the thermal layer.
- A baseball cap for under the helmet to keep sun off – can be purchased from our online Water Shop.
- Sunglasses.
- Chums for fastening your sunglasses to your head – can be purchased on line or from your river crew.
- 1 Litre Nalgene / Sigg or similar water bottle.
- Carabiner for fastening water bottle to your boat.
- Waterproof camera such as GoPro for the ‘action’ shots
- Waterproof sunscreen and lip balm SPF50 minimum.
- 2 Lightweight long trousers, zip off legs are ideal.
- 2 Lightweight tops – long sleeved shirts or t shirts.
- Fleece jumper.
- T-shirt and shorts.
- Fleece / sweatshirt / jumper.
- Flip flops or shoes for wearing around camp.
- Thermal top and bottoms. (Good to sleep in)
- Light weight down jacket.
- Rain jacket.
- Sarong. (Great for covering up when visiting temples)
- Wide brimmed sun hat.
- Woolly hat, gloves, buff / scarf.
- Walking shoes or boots.
- Underwear & socks.
- A 4-season sleeping bag. (Can be hired in advance)
- Travel Pillow.
- Your favourite book/kindle or a journal for recording your river memories.
- Sketchpad.
- Binoculars.
- Photographic or video equipment. We recommend a cleaning kit as sand gets everywhere.
- Spare memory card.
- Solar or portable charger.
- Zip lock bags to keep valuables dry and sand free.
- Rehydration tablets (Phizz, Nuun and O.R.S are easily available)
- The only money that you need to bring is for meals in town, souvenirs, personal items, gratuities and the beer kitty for the raft trip if you drink.
- Glasses or Contact lenses. Disposable lenses are ideal.
- Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap and shampoo.
- Forget the cosmetics and hair dryer! But we do suggest moisturizer.
- Hand wipes and a small bottle of hand sanitiser.
- Small pack towel.
- Headlamp or head torch with spare batteries.
- Any medication you may be taking and your anti malarial tablets if required.
- Blister plasters.
- The only money that you need to bring is for meals in town, souvenirs, DVD, personal items and the beer kitty for the raft trip if you drink. Please remember that many of the countries we visit do offer Credit Card and ATM facilities and for a small charge you can withdraw cash either from your account or Credit Card for convenience.
- If you wish to pass on a gratuity to your guide we leave this entirely up to you.
- Basically, we advise you to keep things as light as possible, without skimping on the necessities. It is great to bring back a load of goodies for everybody back at home.
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