 International
Scale for gradation of rapid
Grade I - Simple. Very few
or no obstructions; Placid but fast moving water; Risk to swimmers
is minimum.
Grade II - Beginner. Wide
and clear channels with occasional rapids; rocks and medium-sized
waves are present but easily negotiable by trained paddlers;
minimum risks for swimmers; assistance hardly required.
Fill the rafting
enquiry form
 Grade
III - Intermediate. Waves of moderate and irregular
rapids which may sometimes be difficult to avoid; fast current
and narrow passages; large waves, holes and strainers may be
present but are easily avoided; swimmers are unlikely to be
injured but assistance may be needed to avoid a long swim.
Non-swimmers are welcome in the above three
grades but presence of the trained paddlers in the raft is required
Fill the rafting
enquiry form
 Grade
IV - Advanced. Strong, commanding rapids; turbulent
water; may involve long, unavoidable rapids, narrow passages
or holes demand fast maneuvers; risk of injury to swimmers is
moderate to high; swimmers requires practiced skills and group
assistance.
Grade V - Professional. Long,
turbulent rapids; presence of very large unavoidable waves,
holes and steep channels; rescue is extremely difficult; above
average rescue skills are essential.
Grade VI - Difficult. Steep
powerful falls, Very dangerous; risks are high and rescue is
almost impossible. Difficulties of Grade V are carried to the
limits of navigability; for teams of experts only under favorable
conditions.
Fill the rafting
enquiry form |
