River Rafting in Kullu Manali
White water on the Beas, between Manali and Kullu
Guided rafting with registered local operators at Pirdi, Babeli or Raisan — we fit it into your Manali hotel and cab plan.
- River Beas
- Points Pirdi · Babeli · Raisan
- Routes ~7–14 km
- Gear Life jacket + helmet
- Closed 15 Jul – 15 Sep
- Price Get Quote
River rafting in Manali & Kullu at a glance
River rafting in Manali actually happens lower down the Beas in Kullu district, at three rafting points: Raisan (on the Manali side), Babeli and Pirdi (near Kullu town). Routes run about 7 to 14 km with a trained guide in every raft. Rafting is banned every monsoon from 15 July to 15 September; it reopened on 16 September 2026.
Where to raft between Manali and Kullu
All three points are on the Beas in Kullu district. Which one suits you depends on where you stay and how long a run you want — we check the river is open for your date. Photos show rafting in general, not a specific point.
Longest runPirdi
PopularBabeli
Near ManaliRaisan
ComboRafting + paragliding day
Shimla sideTattapani
Which rafting point?
- Staying in Manali, short on time → Raisan: the nearest point, a shorter run.
- Staying in Kullu or want a popular stretch → Babeli, between Kullu and Raisan.
- Want the longest run → Pirdi, near Kullu town — up to about 14 km.
- Flying too? → raft at Raisan and fly from a Kullu-side paragliding site the same day.
Your rafting run, step by step
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Send your date
Date, group size and ages on WhatsApp — we check the river is open that day and book with a registered local operator.
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Drive to the point
Our cab takes you to the rafting point: Raisan from Manali, Babeli or Pirdi near Kullu.
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Register & gear up
Register at the counter; the guide fits your life jacket and helmet and gives a short safety talk — paddle commands and what to do if you fall in.
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Board the raft
A trained guide steers every raft, and a rescue raft or kayak stays on the river.
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Raft the Beas
Rapids and calm pools between pine-lined banks; you paddle on the guide’s calls.
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Dry off & go
Get out at the take-out, change into dry clothes — the cab is waiting to take you on.
No experience needed
Most Kullu runs are guided trips for first-timers. The guide steers and calls the strokes; you paddle, hold on through the rapids and enjoy the calm pools.
Wear quick-dry clothes and shoes that strap on, and carry a full change of clothes and a towel — you will get wet. Tell us about any health issue and the ages in your group when you book.
Best time for river rafting in Manali
| Months | Rafting | What it’s like |
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| 16 Sep – Nov | Open | Clear, falling water after the monsoon; comfortable days |
| Dec – Feb | Open on fair days | Very cold water; shorter runs, dry clothes essential; can be stopped by weather |
| Mar – Apr | Open | Water rising with snowmelt; pleasant weather |
| May – Jun | Open, peak | Biggest rapids and busiest days; book ahead |
| 15 Jul – 15 Sep | Closed | District monsoon ban (2026: 15 Jul – 15 Sep; rafting also stopped early on 6 Jul 2026 for heavy rain) |
Rafting now: the 2026 season is open
Kullu rafting resumed on 16 September 2026 after the monsoon ban. On any day the district can pause rafting for heavy rain — we confirm the river is open before you drive out.
Coming in winter? Read Manali in November or Manali in December, and pair your trip with snow activities in Manali.
HP rules that apply on the Beas
Suzu Travels is an HP Tourism registered travel agent (Reg. No. DTO-MND-11-243/2022). We arrange rafting with registered local operators and plan around these rules:
- Registered operators onlyRafting is run by operators registered with HP Tourism under the HP Tourism Development & Registration Act 2002 and the HP River Rafting Rules 2005.
- Life jacket + helmetBoth are compulsory; rafting without them is prohibited (2026 reopening order).
- Rescue backupEvery trip must have rescue cover — two rescue rafts, or one raft plus a kayak (Rule 11(b), HP River Rafting Rules 2005).
- Yearly inspectionRafts and gear are inspected each year by a technical committee led by ABVIMAS Manali; faulty rafts stay off the river until fixed.
- Monsoon ban & rain daysNo rafting from 15 July to 15 September, or on any rain day the district tourism office suspends it.
- Seniors & healthTell us the ages in your group and carry a fitness note for seniors — the HP High Court asked Kullu to set age and fitness norms in 2024.
Get a quote in minutes
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Tell us your date
WhatsApp or the quote form — date, hotel area, people and ages.
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We check the river
Season, rain-day suspensions and the point that fits your day.
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You get one quote
Rafting, stay and cab in one plan.
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Confirm and go
We send the pickup time and a what-to-carry list before you travel.
What your quote depends on
- Rafting point and route length (short or long run)
- Number of people and date (weekends, May–June and December holidays are busiest)
- Photo / video add-on
- Cab from Manali or Kullu and waiting time
- Hotel nights and other activities (paragliding, Solang) in the same plan
- Today’s rate — the district sets the per-person rafting fee; we send the current rate on WhatsApp within minutes
Your Beas rafting day in 15 seconds
Raisan for a shorter run from Manali, Babeli or Pirdi near Kullu for longer stretches: send your date and we fit rafting into your Manali plan with hotel and cab.
Get your Kullu Manali rafting quote
Tell us your travel date and group size. We reply with today’s rate for your date within minutes — and can add your stay and cab.
Pair rafting with a Manali package
A rafting stop fits neatly into a Manali honeymoon package, a Manali group trip or our 5-day Manali family itinerary. Heading to Parvati valley? See the Kasol trip plan. Travelling for the holidays? Look at Christmas & New Year Manali packages.
Need only a cab? Book a Chandigarh to Manali taxi or a Shimla to Manali taxi — the Beas rafting points are right on the way.
River rafting in Kullu Manali — questions
Where is river rafting in Manali?
In Kullu district, on the Beas at Raisan, Babeli and Pirdi. Raisan is the nearest point to Manali; Pirdi is near Kullu town.
How long is the rafting route?
Routes run about 7 to 14 km depending on the point; the longest runs start at Pirdi.
When is rafting closed?
Every year from 15 July to 15 September for the monsoon. In 2026 it reopened on 16 September; it can also stop on heavy-rain days.
Can I raft in December or January?
Rafting runs on fair winter days, but the water is very cold. Carry a full change of clothes; we confirm the river is open for your date.
Is it safe for beginners and non-swimmers?
Most Kullu runs are guided trips for first-timers. Life jacket and helmet are compulsory and every trip needs a rescue raft or kayak.
Do I need to book in advance?
Counters at the rafting points take bookings on the day, but on busy days we book your slot with your cab and hotel so you don’t wait.
What does river rafting in Kullu cost?
The district sets a per-person fee and the rest depends on route, transport and date. Send your plan on WhatsApp for today’s rate — Price: Get Quote.
How many rafting operators are there?
Kullu has about 600 registered rafts, 572 guides and 176 operators (Sep 2026); we arrange yours with a registered local operator.
