Overview
🌊 Experience Kerala's Most Thrilling White Water Rafting Adventure!
Looking for the best white water rafting in Kerala? Welcome to the Tejaswini River Rafting experience at Pulingom, Kannur—widely regarded as Kerala's most thrilling commercial white water rafting destination.
Unlike calm river rides, this is a 10 km adventure through exciting rapids, fast-flowing monsoon waters, and breathtaking Western Ghats landscapes. Every stretch of the river delivers heart-pounding excitement, making it a must-do adventure activity in Kerala for thrill seekers, backpackers, solo travelers, couples, families, and corporate groups.
Whether you're trying rafting for the first time or you're an experienced adventurer, expert river guides and certified safety equipment ensure a safe yet unforgettable experience.
Why Choose Tejaswini River White Water Rafting?
- 🌊 One of Kerala's most thrilling white water rafting experiences
- 🚣 10 km rafting through exciting monsoon rapids
- ⏱️ 3–4 hours of adventure on the river
- 🌿 Stunning scenery through the Western Ghats
- 👨🏫 Professional rafting guides and safety briefing
- 🦺 Certified safety equipment provided
- ☕ Tea and snacks included after rafting
- 📸 Perfect adventure for friends, couples, solo travelers, and groups
- 🏞️ Optional visit to Odakolli Caves after rafting
Adventure lovers visiting Kerala should not miss this experience. During the monsoon season, the Tejaswini River transforms into the state's ultimate adventure destination, offering an adrenaline rush that is difficult to find anywhere else in Kerala.
Join LetsGoForACamp and experience one of the best adventure activities in Kerala.
Detailed Itinerary
| Day 1 | |
| 11.30 AM | Meet up at Rafting Point, Pulingom, Kannur |
| Adventure Rafting | |
| 4:00 PM | Disperse |
Note: If you wish to visit the caves to Odakolli before the rafting session, we can arrange it accordingly. You may consider booking a early arrivel train to Payyanur
Rafting Details :
- Total Adventure Rafting duration: 3/4hrs.
- Distance: 10km.
- Best season: Monsoon (Rainy )
Note:
- Pick up from Payyanur railway station/ Kannur Railway station can be arranged based on the number of participant-shows interested in pick up and drop with extra payment
- Kids below 12 not allowed
- Kids above 12 /12 will be charged same as adult
- Alcohol consumption before/ at the time of rating is strictly not allowed
- Wear light clothes - a t-shirts
- Bring changing clothes
- No alcohol before/during rafting
Participants have 2 options
Option 1. Reach directly to the rafting point at Pulingome , Cherupuzha , Payyannur
How to reach?
- Reach Payyanur via bus/ train and reach before 7.00 AM
- Take bus from Payyanur to Pulingome . Buses going to Pulingome, Kozhichal, Rajagiri, Josegiri pass through Pulingome.
- Get down at Pulingome
Option 2: LGFC will arrange to pick up from Payyanur/Kannur .
- Pick-up cost is not added to the above-mentioned cost.
- The cost per head will be based on the number of participants opting for this option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best white water rafting experience in Kerala?
Tejaswini River White Water Rafting at Pulingom, Kannur, is one of Kerala's most exciting commercial rafting experiences, featuring a thrilling 10 km route through monsoon-fed rapids.
Is Tejaswini River rafting suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners are welcome. Every rafting trip starts with a detailed safety briefing and is led by experienced professional rafting guides.
How long does the rafting experience last?
The complete rafting experience lasts approximately 3–4 hours and covers around 10 km of the Tejaswini River.
When is the best time for rafting?
The best season for white water rafting is during the monsoon months, when the river has the ideal water level for exciting rapids.
Who can participate?
Anyone aged 12 years and above with a reasonable level of fitness can participate. Children below 12 years are not permitted for safety reasons.
Package Inclusions
- Adventure Rafting Charges
- Permission and Permit charges
Package Exclusions
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Pickup & Drop at Rafting Point
- Camera charges
- All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks and bad weather
- Photography on HELMET CAMERA is available at an additional cost per raft
- Any kind of cost which is not included in “Inclusions” above Pick up charges from Payyanur On request
The facility at Rafting point
- Toilets and changing rooms
- Parking
- Drinking water
Fees
₹1,400.00
Available Seats: 4
Note:- Trip will be conducted only if more than 5 participants registered
Cancellation Fee
A participant will be refunded his/her paid fees after deducting the following cancellation fees.
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fees |
| Before 20 days from Trip Date | ₹1000 |
| Before 15 days from Trip Date | ₹1100 |
| Before 7 days from Trip Date | ₹1300 |
| Within 7 days from Trip Date | ₹1400 |
- Alternatively, a registered participant may transfer his/her registration to a friend without any cancellation fee.
- In case of cancellation of the program due to any gov restrictions due to COVID/ Weather, an alternate date will be provided for the same trip and no refund for that.
- In case you are not able to join the trek on the new dates, either you can send a replacement ( Without any additional cost) / You can opt for Wallet transfer,
- What is Wallet Transfer ?: The amount will move to LGFC Wallet and you can use that for any other trip. ( 3% fee will be deducted as movement charges) . Strictly there won’t be any refund to a bank account.
- Wallet transfer is applicable only for the case when a participant wont be able to join the new date on a postponed trip due to Pandemic / Weather situations
- The wallet transfer offer will only be one time , when the new date is announced. Further changes will be counted as normal cancellations and will be as per cancellation policy.
WHY WITH US?
- Budget-Friendly: You will get a perfect escape from the urban life and completely in an offbeat location with all safety followed, with a small team size.
- Incomparable Itinerary: You can compare the Itinerary with any other itinerary available on social media/ Google. Our itinerary is special with all COVID safety ensured.
- Food prepared in safe conditions: We believe that for a traveler, food is one of the most important things during their journey. We provide the best nutritious food as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Not just sightseeing, many more things to learn and experience: We are not just providing sightseeing. Our Camp navigator/local guide will share the details of the place, flora, fauna history, stories with you.
- Well Experienced Local Guide and Support Staffs
- Plan beyond the Itinerary: In case if you want to extend the trip, we are there to help you by finding Stays contact and transportation, Talk to the coordinator of LetsGoForACamp
VALUES WE FOLLOW
- Eco-friendly products.
- Minimizing plastic waste.
- Hiring local guides.
- Contributing to the local economy.
- Proper disposal of waste generated.
- Concept of Responsible traveler.
Following are the list of things that are recommended to be carried for this trip
- Dresses –
- Carry comfortable dresses
- Sandals with good grip
- Please avoid high heeled sandals
- Cap or Hat for Protection from Sun. You may carry sunscreen cream or lotion also.
- Plastic bag for carrying back any wet clothes
- Mobile phone cover
- Extra Plastic Cover
- Mobile phone with Storage space if you planning to copy the videos and Photos ( Optional)
- OTG cable compactable to your phone ( For copying Images/Videos – Optional)
- Raincoats / Ponchos
- This would ensure that you wont lose the fun , even if it rains
- Water bottles
- We recommend using reusable waterbottle.
- A small bag to carry raincoat , waterbottle , snacks , etc.
- Medicines
- Carry all your daily use medicines
- Carry medicines for any ailments or allergies you have faced
- Energizers and Snacks
- Energizers such as chocolate , peanut bars , dry fruits will give quick energy especially when walking
- Snacks – light and non oily snacks would be good
- ORS- Packets, This will help you to avoid dehydration. Suggested brand is Electral. You will get this in your nearest Medical shop.
- Other personal items
- Carry sufficient hard cash
- Don’t carry expensive jewelries , etc
- [Optional] Jackets/ Sweatshirts / Scarf
- Carry these if you are prone to cold
- Photo ID Proof
