Aqua Sports, White water river rafting, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, wind surfing

WHITE WATER RIVER RAFTING

White Water River Rafting (WWRR) is one of the most thrilling of physical activities. There is no greater sense of accomplishment or of taking control of nature, than being able to navigate an angry river with just a small boat and a paddle. WWRR is unlike any other adventure sport. This is truly an experience where the fun lies in the challenge and the sense of domination over nature. With the right guide, the experience can be more adventurous and yet menacingly safe. However white water river rafting is not for the faint hearted, but thrill for all ages, riding on raging rapids. WWRR participants do not require prior training or experience, except for negotiation of higher grade rapids. WWRR is conducted in Kodagu from mid June to Oct during the rainy season.
White Water River Rafting is done is collaboration with Jungle Lodges and Resorts at Dubare and River KKR.

Location – 1, Kavery River

Starting Point : Dubare Elephant Camp, near Kushalnagar
Strength : Participants for a sortie (consisting of two - 7 man Rafts) - Preferably groups of 6 to 12.
a) A short stretch of 5 kms : 4 Rapids of Grade 1.
b) A medium stretch of 9 kms : 6 Rapids of Grade 1

An Exciting Rapid at K K River
The Wave of Champions

Location – 2, K K River

a) Short stretch : 3 1/2 KMs
Starting Point : 2 Kms upstream KKR bridge, near TATA Tea Garden, T Shettigeri.
Finishing Point : Old Pump House, Tata Tea Garden
No of Rapids : 5 to 6, depending upon the water level.
Grades of Rapids : I to IV.
Strength of participants for a sortie (consisting of two 7 man Rafts) - 8.
Maximum Sortie in a day - 4
Maximum Participants Strength in a day : 32
Minimum acceptable strength : 16

b) Medium stretch of 10 ½ KMs
Starting Point : Porad (Hysodlur Village), near Hudikeri
Finishing Point : 1/2 Km from Kutiyala
No of Rapids : 12 to 15, depending upon the water level.
Grades of Rapids : II to VII, some of which are very challenging and some of them are tricky. Hence experience is a pre-requisite to venture in this challenging medium stretch of KK River. Request for participation in this higher grades of rapids will be accepted by CIAS only on confirmation of actual prior experience of all the particpants.

Attire & Refreshments

Life vests and Safety helmets will be provided to the participants by CIAS.
Participants should be attired in ‘T’ Shirt, Cycling shorts or Burmudas or Water resistant ¾ loose pant and Keds or Samson or Kudos sandals with strap for fastening.
A set of change of clothes and a towel should be carried by each participant.
Depending on the timing they should carry packed lunch and water or short eats and Tea or Coffee in Thermos flasks or soft dirinks under their own arrangements.

AQUA SPORTS

Sailing,
Wind Surfing,
Water Skiing,
Kayaking,
Still Water Rafting & Elementary Swimming.

Sailing
Get blown by the wind and get to sail in the world class Cadet, Enterprise and Laser class sail boats. The arrangements for conduct of water sports by CIAS is ' The Best Organized ' as expressed by many earlier participants. Access to the tank covering an area of 550 acres(when water level is high) and 350 acres (when water level is low) offers the optimum conditions for a beginner and as well as the experienced. Safety requirements are met with well equipped watch and monitoring staff. With a bit of guidance one can learn and do sailing independently with two / three practices

Wind Surfing

Bring your balancing act
and concentration skills
to the fore, while
wind surfing. To perform this event, atleast 2 or 3 days of coaching / training is essential.

Water Skiing
Water skiing is for the agile, tough and the determined. Challenge the Horse Power of the Speed Boat on choppy waters and discover your ability, talent, stamina, endurance and perseverence. To perform this event atleast 2 or 3 days coaching / training is essential.

Kayaking

Kayaking & Canoeing

Either in a flowing or still water Kayaking can be done with ease. When you are in a stream, you are in your own world when you paddle beneath the drooping trees, that takes you along the meandering rivers where you discover the flora and fauna which is a
paradise to get lost in.

Rowing

While you row in a lake or
back waters of tiny dams,
wonder at the wide horizons
and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Row without Fear