Operation of River Rafting / Kayaking Activities
The scheme aims to promote safe & regulated adventure tourism in the state by allowing licensed rafting companies to operate & issuing certifications to qualified river guides. Under this scheme, rafting companies are granted permission to operate, and licenses are issued to qualified river guides.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Operation of River Rafting / Kayaking Activities” is implemented by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board under the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote safe and regulated adventure tourism in the state by allowing licensed rafting companies to operate and issuing certifications to qualified river guides.
Benefits
Rafting companies are permitted to operate, and licenses are issued to river guides, providing revenue benefits to the state and economic benefits to tourism businesses.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand for at least ten years or a native of the state.
The applicant should possess advanced practical and technical knowledge of aero sports.
Application Process
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(1) Applicants seeking permission for River Rafting/Kayaking can apply between 1st July and 31st July for the River Ganga, and throughout the year for other rivers.
1. For running the firm:
Application letter
Prescribed application form
Insurance of the firm
Valid registration under the Firms/Societies Act
Uttarakhand Travel Business Registration Certificate
Three years of experience in adventure activities
Details of the staff working in the firm
Details of rafts/kayaks/safety equipment
Application fee as per rules: Rs. 1000/-
2. For River Guide:
Be in good health
Age should be between 18 and 50 years
Minimum educational qualification: Must have passed 10th (High School) class
Be capable of swimming
Every guide must hold a valid First Aid Certification issued by Red Cross, St. John’s Ambulance, or other recognized organizations
(1) After due scrutiny of the applications by the Department, they are placed before the Technical Committee.
(2) After inspection by the Technical Committee, all applicants are informed about the permission, along with reasons, by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board within a maximum period of 45 days.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Rafting companies are permitted to operate, and licenses are issued to river guides, providing revenue benefits to the state and economic benefits to tourism businesses.
Application Process
Apply Offline
(1) Applicants seeking permission for River Rafting/Kayaking can apply between 1st July and 31st July for the River Ganga, and throughout the year for other rivers.
1. For running the firm:
Application letter
Prescribed application form
Insurance of the firm
Valid registration under the Firms/Societies Act
Uttarakhand Travel Business Registration Certificate
Three years of experience in adventure activities
Details of the staff working in the firm
Details of rafts/kayaks/safety equipment
Application fee as per rules: Rs. 1000/-
2. For River Guide:
Be in good health
Age should be between 18 and 50 years
Minimum educational qualification: Must have passed 10th (High School) class
Be capable of swimming
Every guide must hold a valid First Aid Certification issued by Red Cross, St. John's Ambulance, or other recognized organizations
(1) After due scrutiny of the applications by the Department, they are placed before the Technical Committee.
(2) After inspection by the Technical Committee, all applicants are informed about the permission, along with reasons, by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board within a maximum period of 45 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Operation of River Rafting / Kayaking Activities |
| Short Title | ORRKAUK |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship, Travel & Tourism |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | ST |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 02 Jun 2026
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