Three decades of leading explorers on a river rafting expedition through the world's most breathtaking Himalayan rivers, where towering mountains, roaring rapids, and untouched wilderness turn into journeys that stay with you long after you're home. Every river rafting expedition we run is built around the same idea: real adventure, run properly.
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A river rafting expedition company since 1995
Globesome was founded in 1995 to bring world-class river rafting expedition travel to India and beyond. Long before adventure tourism went mainstream, our team was already exploring remote valleys, running powerful Himalayan rivers, and building expedition rafting experiences that combined excitement, safety, and genuine respect for nature.
Today, Globesome stands as one of India's most experienced white water rafting expedition companies, having guided adventurers through more than 750 premium journeys - from a first rafting trip on the Ganges to a full white water expedition deep into Ladakh.
To become the world's most respected river rafting expedition company, creating transformative adventures that inspire exploration, build real connection with nature, and set the benchmark for safety, sustainability, and unforgettable rafting trips.
To design and deliver exceptional multi-day rafting expedition journeys through world-class leadership, internationally recognised safety standards, premium logistics, environmental responsibility, and authentic adventure that creates memories for life.
Adventure isn't about conquering nature.
It's about becoming part of it.
Every river teaches patience.
Every rapid builds confidence.
Every mountain reminds us how small we are.
And every expedition changes us for good.
A relentless focus on running the safest, most memorable multi-day rafting expedition trips on the planet.
Expedition excellence since 1995.
Successfully led across India & Nepal.
Certified guides, safety kayakers, premium equipment.
A premium rafting expedition built on luxury stays, seasoned crews, and immersive design.
Personal attention. Stronger bonds. Safer runs.
Stays, transport, meals, permits, gear - all handled.
Experience rafting in Ladakh with Globesome on a 152 Km Zanskar River Expedition - 7 days of guided rafting, Grade I-IV rapids, camping and premium stays. This is one of the world's great white water expedition routes through the Grand Canyon of Asia: dramatic rapids, 4-star hotel stays, remote riverside camps, monastery visits, waterfalls, projector evenings, and stargazing, led throughout by internationally certified expedition guides.
Experience rafting in Rishikesh on a thrilling 100 km, 3-night Himalayan expedition with Grade I-V rapids, riverside camping, expert guides and safe adventures. This premium rafting expedition runs the pristine Upper Bhagirathi down to Rishikesh: premium riverside resorts, cliff jumping, waterfall hikes, bonfires, barbecue evenings, and professionally guided rafting, available October to June.
Discover the legendary Himalayan rivers of Nepal through curated expedition rafting built for adventurers chasing the next frontier.
Frames from a recent Globesome Ladakh rafting expedition: Zanskar rapids, high-altitude basecamps, star-heavy skies, and firelit sundowners in the world's second deepest gorge.
Real frames from a recent Globesome Rishikesh rafting trip: rapids, waterfalls, riverside camps, bonfire cinema, and the finish-line hug.
Every Globesome expedition runs on rigorous safety protocols: certified guides, mandatory equipment, participant fitness checks, dedicated rescue support, and a detailed briefing before every journey.
Expedition dispatches, rafting guides, and field-tested advice from three decades on Himalayan whitewater.
Pricing GuideTransparent 2026 prices for every Rishikesh stretch - Brahmpuri, Shivpuri, Marine Drive, Kaudiyala - plus what's included and how to pick the right season.
Read the guideRafting GuideRapids, seasons, grades and safety - everything you need to know before running the Ganga's legendary Grade III–IV whitewater.
Ask about this rafting guideExpedition JournalField notes from a self-supported multi-day descent - from Remala put-in to Nimmu take-out, with camps under Himalayan skies.
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SafetyCertified guides, swiftwater rescue protocols, safety kayakers, and inspected gear - inside our approach to high-consequence whitewater.
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PlanningGanga, Zanskar, Indus, Tons and Alaknanda - compare seasons, flows, and grades to pick the right river for your first Himalayan descent.
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Destination GuideExplore the best river rafting destinations in India - Rishikesh, Zanskar, Teesta, Brahmaputra and Barapole - with expert tips on rapids, safety, seasons, and adventure planning.
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Destination GuideTrip types, what to expect on the water, safety gear, packing tips and why guided adventure rafting in Ladakh is worth it.
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Beginner GuideSafety tips, choosing the right stretch, what to wear, best season and booking advice for your first rafting trip on the Ganges.
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Destination GuideRoutes, safety, best season, packing and planning tips for an unforgettable Zanskar River expedition in the Himalayas.
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PlanningRafting seasons, month-by-month weather, route choices and safety advice to help you pick the right time for your Ganga adventure.
Read the guideReal moments from real adventurers. Hear from the explorers who have lived the river with us.
Rishikesh rafting runs October to June, with September-November and March-May giving the clearest water and steadiest rapids. Monsoon months are skipped for safety. Ladakh's Zanskar season sits later, roughly July to September, once snowmelt settles into a runnable flow.
Yes. Every trip opens with a safety briefing, and certified guides run the raft while you pick up the strokes on the water. Rishikesh's Grade I-III stretches suit first-timers well, and confidence usually builds fast, often by the second or third rapid.
Most Rishikesh stretches accept participants from around 14, depending on the rapid grades booked. Ladakh's Zanskar expedition, being longer and far more remote, generally suits adults and older teens with some prior water confidence rather than young children.
Quick-dry clothing, a spare change for camp, sturdy sandals or river shoes, sunscreen, and a headlamp cover most of it. Personal medication and a light jacket matter too, since Himalayan nights turn cold fast even when the days feel warm.
Pricing depends on the season, group size, and how many nights of camping and stays are included. The 100 km, 3-night Rishikesh expedition and the 7-day, 152 km Ladakh Zanskar route are priced separately, so get a quote for exact rates.
Basic swimming ability helps but isn't always required, since life jackets are mandatory on every stretch and safety kayakers stay close throughout. Anyone nervous around water should mention it at booking so guides can plan the run accordingly.
Rishikesh is a shorter, Grade I-V white-water run down the Ganga, well suited to a long weekend. Ladakh's Zanskar expedition is a full 7-day, 152 km journey through a remote high-altitude gorge, with camping, monastery stops, and a genuinely different pace.
Reasonable general fitness helps, particularly on the multi-day Ladakh route with its altitude and longer days on the water. Rishikesh's shorter run suits most healthy adults without special training, though guides assess participant fitness before every expedition regardless.
Safety comes first, always. Guides track water levels and weather constantly, and itineraries can shift; a route gets adjusted or a day rescheduled, rather than running a stretch that isn't safe. This sits built into every expedition from planning through departure.
Yes, most departures run as small groups, so solo travellers get placed alongside other adventurers rather than needing a private booking. It's actually one of the more common ways people join, especially on the Rishikesh weekend expeditions.
The mountains are waiting. Your next unforgettable river rafting expedition begins here.
