White Water Rafting in Kullu Manali: River Beas Rapids, Price & Safety Guide

Commercial white water rafting in the Manali valley does not take place in Manali town itself, but along the broader, roaring stretches of the Beas River between Pirdi, Babeli, and Jhiri in the Kullu valley.

The river bed here features rolling boulder drops, deep chutes, and exhilarating waves creating Grade II and Grade III rapids. These rapids offer high-velocity splash action that is thrilling for adventure lovers while remaining safe for families and first-timers under the command of certified river captains.

The prime window is from March through June when summer snowmelt swells the Beas, creating deep channels and exhilarating standing waves. Autumn (mid-September to November) offers crystal clear emerald water and crisp rapids. Rafting is strictly closed during heavy monsoon rains (July to August) for environmental safety.