Trishuli is one of the favorite and most popular rivers in Nepal for rafting, due to its proximity to Kathmandu and its easy road access for first time rafters it offer plenty of excitement. The Trusili raft trip can be easily combined with a trek out of Pokhara or a visit to Chitwan National Park. The Trisuli River flows from Gosainkund where according to legend it is believed that Lord Shiva released the waters of the holy lakes with his trident (Trishul). After its first confluence to the Mahesh Khola, Trisuli River follows the Trisuli valley to Mugling and later again in confluence with the Marshyangdi rivers, this large river thus formed flows South to become the Narayani river. This rafting trip offers you scenic villages, attractive gorges, exhilarating rapids and easier sections of river for swimming and relaxing. One can raft for a varied duration depending upon time available and personal interests; normally from a day to three days enjoying the scenic beauty of the countryside, the diverse flora and fauna and cultural traditions of the Nepali people.

Kayaking in Trisuli River: Trishuli River has been kayaked from near the Tibetan border down to Betrawati by some of America's top expedition boaters. The intermediate paddlers will probably want to start at Betrawati, where the river is relatively small - 85 cubes as against 300 near Mugling. This gives a day or two to get used to the nature of the river before hitting the bigger rapids lower downstream. The more experienced paddlers may prefer to concentrate on playing the big rapids, putting in below Baireni and perhaps accompanying a raft group so that he has a light kayak.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Easy road access from Kathmandu and Pokhara

• Explore the scenic villages

• Plenty of excitements for first timers

• Attractive gorges and exhilarating rapids, reach 3 to 3+ rapids

• Exciting and heart pounding adventure

 Fact of rafting in Trishuli river

  Outlined Itinerary of Trishuli River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu drive to Charaudi and continues raft o Kuringhat: Early morning after breakfast, we leave Kathmandu at 7.00 am for our exciting Trishuli trip. We drive to Charaudi, our starting point for rafting, which takes approximately two and a half hours from Kathmandu. We will be greeted by locals with beaming smiles. They are happy to see foreign faces once again geared up for rafting. After the crew assembles the rafts, we head towards the river for our briefing on safety. Paddling procedures and safety equipment will also be explained.

During this day, we go through a number of rapids rated 1+ to 3+. Yes, the experience of tackling a rapid is like accomplishing a mission followed by our paddles raised in the air with everybody cheering “Bingo”. All rapids are rated or graded using an international rating scale. The grade of a rapid depends upon its difficulty level with 1 being the easiest and 6 being too difficult for rafting. All rapids have interesting names and our informed guides can relate the story behind each one. After paddling for about two hours, we head for a beach known for its strange sculptured boulders where we stop for lunch. Paddling through the splashing rapids inevitably tires our muscles and what could be more delightful than having a scrumptious meal al fresco, enjoying the sights and sounds of the river. Shortly after lunch, we enter the Trishuli gorge. As the canyon narrows, the walls become steeper, and the river accelerates causing the rapids to get bigger and more frequent. This is the time to hang on tight! After such a stimulating experience, it is humbling to see a Majhi (Local fisherman) building his precarious traps in such turbulent waters.

Our last rapid Jhoolunge Pul is named after an old suspension bridge. Here we also often encounter an enthusiastic group of onlookers who line the bridge, excitedly waiting to see us pass beneath them. The geological formations are extremely interesting along the Trisuli River. When we halt, everyone is welcome to help the crew with camp chores. Once the tents are pitched, a savory dinner will be prepared using gas stoves.

Kunringhat is a popular destination among the Nepalese as it is the gateway to the holy Manakamana Temple. It is believed that with the Goddess’ blessings devotees will have their wishes fulfilled. It is wonderful camping out on the riverside with the bright stars so clear in the night sky while all the while enjoying the rumbling of the river.

DAY 02: Kuringhat continues raft to Mugling: Our morning starts early but our second day has a leisurely pace. After breakfast, we continue down from Kuringhat for yet another fun-filled day. We come across numerous thrilling rapids, but it’s our last day on the river. We are also rewarded with enchanting scenic views along the way. The green and golden paddy fields, rising hills, riverside country life and the terraced hillsides make attractive scenery, which adds to the immense pleasure of our river trip.

We raft for about 1 ½ hours till we reach the confluence of Trishuli and the raging Marsyangdi. The Marsyangdi comes from west Nepal and is one of the most popular rivers for white water rafting. This river is more technical compared to Trishuli and is popular amongst keen rafting experts. We raft a stretch of approximately 5 Kilometers. However, as mentioned above, no matter how long you are on the river, it never seems enough when you reach the end of the run. We wind up our rafting trip on the Trishuli at T-pot where we are met by the vehicle that will drive us on to Chitwan National Park or back to Kathmandu.
 

The Bhote Koshi coming from the mountain Shisa Pangma (10th highest mountain in the world) the glacier waters roar down in to Nepal The Bhote Koshi has it all, thrilling action and breathtaking scenery from thrilling drops, deep gorges and amazing lime stone formations. The rapids here are a solid class IV- V at high flow, and a more classic III at lower levels. This trip beginning near the border this trip allows you to take in the stunning beauty of the areas as well as take part in other activities at the last resort like cannoning, mountain bike riding and of course the Bungee Jump. Thus this river offers you nothing less than the trip of a life time.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Explore the breathtaking valley and gorges

• Exciting trip

• Surrounded by mountains, forests and waterfalls

• Stunning beauty

 Fact of rafting in Bhotekoshi river

  Guideline Itinerary of Bhotekoshi River:

Trip description: Early in the morning we drive along the Arniko Highway to reach the rating put-in-point which 96-kms away from Kathmandu, located just below the dam on the Upper Sun Koshi, 40-kms south of the Tibetan border. Upon arrival at put-in-point our raft guide briefly and follow according to his instructions. The journey on the flowing torrents could thus be an exhilarating and fun-filled adventure. After a series of class III rapids, easy yet so adventurous, we hit the first class IV rapid popularly known as Gerbil in the Plumbing followed by the technical rapid Frog in a Blender, which makes us fearless while tackling the churning waves as we wind up in a big swirling pool. After a long gutsy ride, which feels like a ride on the back of a giant dragon, we stop for a scrumptious lunch on the riverside.

Certainly, a good meal after a good adventure is such a delight. But it’s not over yet. We gear up again and board our rafts to face more challenges and more excitement. The river flowing through beautiful narrow canyons with lush green vegetation and tumbling waters that come down from great waterfalls join the churning waves of the great Bhote Koshi. There are more exhilarating rapids ahead making our descent yet more thrilling. What could be more flattering for a keen rafter than to cross the Dazed and Confused rapids successfully? Depending upon the time, we end our journey at one of the take-out points, either near Barabise or Lamo Sangu (Long Bridge) Dam. During the two-day trip, we end up at Barabise and stay at a resort as there are no good campsites at Bhote Koshi. And during the day trip, we drive back to Kathmandu bringing home some fond memories.

The Kali Gandaki is one of the holiest rivers in Nepal, and every junction on the Kali Gandaki is dotted with cremation sites and above ground burial mounds. This river offers a great range of rapids and gives you technical and fun rafting. After your exhilarating white water trip you have options either to drive or fly back to Kathmandu or to visit the Chitwan National Park, or again you can go for the trekking trip in the popular area of Annapurna region for few days. We suggest combining this river with a trek before hand in the Annapurna Mountains. Also consider continuing down the lower Kali Gandaki to Chitwan National Park.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Discover Nepal’s fine scenery and fascinating villages

• Trip combining the great whitewater and its turbulent rapids; reach 4 to 4+ rapids

• The opportunity of exploring the seldom-visited villages, beholding the beauty of lush green valleys, mysterious gorges, outrageous waterfalls and abundant wildlife

• Observing some Hindu rituals

• Finds fossils under water and some beneath the white sand

• The river slices through the world's deepest gorge between Dhaulagiri (8167m) to the west and Annapurna (8091m)

• Adventure is a delight for bird-lovers

• Camping at Silver beaches

 Fact of rafting in Kaligandaki river

  Guideline itinerary of Kaligandaki River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu drive to Pokhara: The early day transfer to Pokhara and overnight stay at hotel after pre-departure briefing.

DAY 02: Pokhara drive to Naya Pul and Raft to Aribeni: We leave Pokhara in the morning, driving along the new Pokhara-Baglung road to the starting point near the village called Naya Pul, located 40-kms away from Pokhara which takes approximately 2 ½ hours to reach the put-in-point. The drive is stunning as we climb out of the Pokhara valley past mule caravans; we get spectacular views of the mountains. Upon reaching the put-in-point, the rafts are inflated and you will be given a full safety briefing, with instructions on rafting techniques for people preferring to ride on a paddle boat. We then begin our three days of stimulating trip, where our first day greets us with a series of class II and III rapids. As we set off, you will be able to practice the commands and techniques you have just learned. Following the guides command and instructions to man-oeuvre our raft through tricky rapids, we all feel like experts before reaching our first day’s campsite. Most of the day we pass through one of the world’s deepest gorges, with scenic rock formations and villages perched high overhead. We come across a variety of wildlife in this undisturbed area, particularly birds like Red shank, cormorants and kingfishers.

DAY 03: Aribeni raft to Seti Beni: After breakfast, we leave the camp at around 9:30. This day, you will go through more Grade II and III rapids, but after lunch, we encounter fewer rapids than the previous day. The landscape changes with the valley becoming slightly wider in places. During the day we see an increasing number of villages and temples, most of the inhabitants of the area are either Brahmins or Magars. As the valley closes in again, waterfalls cascade from their stalactite formations; we are entering the jungle corridor covered in lush green vegetation. The campsite tonight is on a remote beach, leaving the noise of city life far behind.

DAY 04: Seti Beni raft to Mirmi: The Seti Beni village has been named after the confluence of two rivers – Seti and Beni that meet with Kali Gandaki. Kali Gandaki has left a huge boulder on the confluence. A confluence according to the Hindu religion is a holy site; hence, the boulder has gained important as a shrine for local villagers. With the building of a dam, the Mandir (temple) is now in the middle of the river. With three days of experience tackling great rapids, we can now handle the smaller rapids ahead with ease. As the valley widens, it is time to say goodbye to the gorge and the river becomes noticeably tamer. The hills around us are now less steep and we can watch farmers working their fields while children wave to us. After lunch, we end our three days of great adventure on Kali Gandaki. We pack off and drive back to Pokhara following a different route from the one we took on the first day, through steep hill country, farmland and Gurung Villages, enjoying spectacular views of mountains and the Pokhara valley.

The Seti is an excellent two-day trip in an isolated area that has beautiful jungle and plenty of easy and exciting rapids. This River is also the best river for learning kayak in Nepal. It offers you beautiful mountain views and also unique river passing through two beautiful and contrasting scenic areas of the Manaslu and Annapurna regions. After your exhilarating wild water trip you have options; either to drive or fly back to Kathmandu, or to visit the Chitwan National Park or you can go for a trekking trip in the popular area of Annapurna region.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Intensive white water, reach 4 to 5 rapids

• Explore the unique Magar village

• Swimming and wildlife spotting

• Excellent mountain views and gorgeous wilderness

• Contrasting beauty of Manaslu and Annapurna regions

• Lush in the forested areas

• Nearby attractions like Chitwan National Park

• Impressive deep gorges and exciting white water rapids

• Joy for bird-watchers

• Suitable for family trips and learn kayaking

 Fact of rafting in Seti river

  Guideline itinerary of Seti river Rafting:

DAY 01: Kathmandu drive to Damauli and aft to Saran Ghat: Drive out of Kathmandu in the early morning to reach Damauli. The river guide gives the usual safety talk and instructions after which it is time to hit the water. This section of the river is a lovely forested canyon, quite a change from bustling Kathmandu. You will find a crowd of local villagers eagerly waiting to watch adventurous tourists take to the water. There is much wildlife to be seen along the river. We stop for lunch around mid-day. After lunch there is time to explore, take photographs, take a swim or just relax on the beach. Those interested can go bird watching as Nepal plays host to a large variety of exotic birds. Towards the afternoon, once again on the river, we encounter a small technical rapid near the village of Saran Ghat. Here you will find some interesting characters among the ethnic groups known as Gurungs and Magars, many of whom served as Gurkha soldiers. Nepal has an abundance of sandy white beaches along her rivers which are perfect for camping. We stop and set up camp in the late afternoon just below the village.

DAY 02: Saran Ghat raft to Gai Ghat: The day begins with a sumptuous breakfast after which we set out again for more thrills on the second day of rafting. We will soon be tackling technical rapids of Class III. Once we have gone over the splashing rapids, the Seti flows into the well-known Trishuli River. We float down for another 20 minutes to reach Gaighat around 11:30 am. This is the last stop on our wonderful river trip. We have lunch and then drive to Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge in the Chitwan National Park for jungle safari in Asia’s best preserved wildlife habitat.

Sun Koshi (River of Gold) is one of the popular whitewater rafting rivers in Nepal and is considered being one of the world's great 10 classic river journeys. It’s rises near the Tibetan Plateau and flows eastwards traversing through the great valley between the beautiful Mahabharat ranges. The sun koshi offers varied & changing landscape form terraced farmland to steep gorges and then to subtropical jungles. Each night, we camp on large sandy river banks in close contact with village people and rewarding sights of wildlife and watching the moon rise with the sound of the river, the noise of wild animals, drinking, singing, dancing, and playing games by candle light make this river rafting tour exclusive experience.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Multi-day river trip with beautiful scenery

• Vibrant culture and abundant wildlife

• One of the world’s 10 classic river journeys

• Raft through the beautiful Mahabharat range

• The view of Mahabharata Lekh of Himalayas is majestic

• Sunkoshi is one of the seven tributaries of mighty Koshi River

• Opportunity to see a special part of Nepal that is rarely seen by outsiders

 Fact of rafting in Sun Koshi river

  Guideline itinerary of Sun Koshi River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu drive to Dolalghat and raft to Kuire Bhir: We depart from Kathmandu at about 7.00 a.m. and drive 3 hours east of Kathmandu to our put-in-point on the Sun Koshi River at Dolalghat. Here we rig the rafts and after a brief safety talk we are on the river. Initially, the river is peaceful and leisurely and we come across local villager and interesting wildlife. We stop for lunch on one of the many sandy beaches that flank the river, an introduction to one of the many gourmet meals to follow. In the afternoon we pass through small villages and temples and camp a few kilometres above one of the many rapids called "Kooyer Bhir" or "Meat Grinder". While the crew pitch up tents and prepare dinner, one can explore the area or help the crew.

DAY 02: Kuire Bhir raft to Khalte Chayenpur: After breakfast we pack and leave the camp site. Two hours later we will be floating on placid water, and encounter the first grade III rapid "Meat Grinder". It is a straight run through the middle avoiding holes on the left and right. This could be the first introduction to the general type of rapids we will be going through. A few kilometers below the Tama Koshi or "River of Copper" joins the Sun Koshi from the left. Unlike other modes of transport the river provides easy access to remote areas seldom seen or visited by westerners. After a hearty lunch we continue to explore the landscape and different ethnic groups as we float by. We camp above the second named rapid called the "Chamerey Bhir" or "Punch and Judy". A delicious dinner is cooked while one sits around the camp fire and talks about life in general.

DAY 03: Khalte Chayenpur raft to Likhu Khola: The valley which varies in width from half to one kilometer is never static. A few kilometres lower and we are at "Chamerey Bheer" or "Bat Cave". The crew stops to scout and chooses the most exciting way to go through the rapid. This part of the river is inhabited by many ethnic groups like the Newars. After lunch, we float down through small splashy waves enough to get you wet. Later we find a nice sandy beach and set up camp for yet another introspective evening.

DAY 04: Likhu Khola raft to Harkapur: From the third day on rapids are encountered more frequently and we notice slight changes in vegetation. Today the canyon changes, the ridge begins to close in and the vegetation gets thicker. We encounter a number of small to medium sized rapids. A few kilometres below the confluence of the Likhu Khola is a short rapid followed by the "Likhu Rapid" or "High Anxiety", a long grade IV rapid? After lunch, we continue through a maze of interesting rock formations. The white water picks up. Later we camp near a small village called HARKAPUR on the next bridge to Okhaldhunga. With a few shops around, it is always fun to check out the wares and observe the local lifestyle over a cup of tea,

DAY 05: Likhu Khola raft to Rasuwa Ghat: The River slowly picks up speed and with careful scouting we go through the biggest rapid called the "Harhapur II". An hour and a half float downstream and we come to the confluence of the Sun Koshi and Dudh Koshi rivers. Further down from here, the river valley widens into an area of gravel and rocks that is almost 2 kilometers wide. This afternoon we run a number of small rapids. The topography changes as we float past many trails and suspension bridges and we camp near Rasuwa Khola.

DAY 06: Rasuwa Ghat raft to Jungle Corridor: This day is one of the most exciting days, which begins with small rapids and continues through longer and larger rapids. One of the long rapids "Jaws" with a large ledge on the bottom right forms a huge hole at certain levels. In the afternoon, we go through a few small but fun rapids, which bring us to "Rhino Rock" a grade III rapid. This is just above the next bridge and marks the beginning of the "Jungle Corridor". This is where we camp for the night.

DAY 07: Jungle Corridor raft to Big Dipper: This day we enter tropical vegetation. The river narrows into a gorge lined by thick forest. This section contains a number of consecutive rapids which are named "Cooper Chin", "Black Hole" etc. When we stop for lunch we can shower under some of the many waterfalls which cascade in from both banks. The rest of the afternoon we meander through the gorge and enjoy the changing scenery. Tonight, we camp near a waterfall that is four hundred feet high and a couple of kilometers from the last major rapid called the "Big Dipper".

DAY 08: Big Dipper raft to Tribeni Dovan: After a couple of hours float, we come to the last major rapid called the "Big Dipper" which is a series of standing waves with some nasty holes and if not inspected and man-oeuvre well can lead to some strange experiences. In the afternoon we enjoy an easy float witnessing cremations, other activities like logging of bamboos or people being ferried across in dugouts. This is the region where most of the Rais and Limbus come from. They belong to two ethnic groups that speak Tibeto-Burman languages and are known as Kirants. We camp at the confluence of the three main rivers of eastern Nepal: Arun, Tamur and Sun Koshi. From here the river becomes "Sapta Koshi" or the Seven Koshis.

DAY 09: Tribeni Dovan raft to Chatara: Since today is the last day on the river, we pay a visit to a famous Hindu temple at "Baraha Chhetra" below Tribenighat which is the meeting place of the three rivers. During the full moon in January, thousands of Hindus meet at the temple to worship. Legend has it that a Demon once inhabited the area. He had special powers transferred to him by the higher Gods, preventing any mortal from killing him. Because this Demon was such a nuisance to the holy men and pilgrims who came to the temple to pray, Lord Vishnu descended from heaven and took the form of a pig and destroyed the Demon. Thus every year, pilgrims come to celebrate the death of the Demon and Lord Vishnu's victory in the form of "Baraha" or "Pig". We end our trip after lunch at Chatara where we unload all the gear from the raft and load them on the bus awaiting us.

The Marshyangdi is one of the best whitewater runs in the world. This is also one of the best class 4 kayaking rivers in the world, continuously, exhilarating whitewater with magnificent mountain backdrops. It offers some breath taking scenery as it snakes its way beyond Manaslu and Annapurna through forests and traditional villages. Rapids are continuous, very challenging and very committing. This solid white water is a serious trip, certainly not one for the faint of heart. This is a river that demands respect.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Purely uninterrupted white water

• Superb sights and captivating natural surrounding

• Explore the awe-inspiring scenery

• Flows through the Annapurna Himalayas

• Medium rapids, reach 4 to 4+ rapids

• Excellent mountain views and gorgeous wilderness

 Fact of rafting in Marshyangdi river

  Guideline itinerary of Marshyangdi River:

DAY 01: After breakfast, we drive to Khudi and start trekking for a couple of hours to Nagdi, where we will spend our over night camp. Evening our rafting guides will brief you about the program.

DAY 02: After breakfast, we head with all the gears to the river put in point. This is the most knuckle gripping section of the river so enjoy it as you will encounter continuous Class 4 rapids. We finish today at Besisahar and have a well earned dinner no doubt a rum punch to help it down.

DAY 03: This is the day to relax, go walking and learn to roll in a kayak and have a day in this beautiful area, away from the crowds of trekkers. The only reason this day is lost is if there are any problems on day one as explained.

DAY 04: The River becomes very mellow and goes through a high walled gorge with birds and vegetation that can only be described as breath taking. We reach our take out point at Bimal Nagar by lunch time where our transport is waiting to take us back to Kathmandu/Pokhara.

The beautiful Arun River in Nepal’s springs up from the Everest region joining with the Sunkoshi on the way and snakes its way onto the Indian plains in Bihar. Along the path, the Arun rambles through spectacular mountain scenery, remote villages and farming valleys. At its peak flow in places, this river truly rages with some rapid graded as class VI. In other places, the Arun meanders along at a more sedate pace allowing you time for relaxation and to enjoy your pristine surroundings. Due to Arun’s remoteness getting there is all part of the action. You can travel the 500 km over two days by road or fly to a nearby airstrip. From the bus or airstrip it is four hours trek to Kartikeghat, you’re put in point. Though difficult to get to, it is certainly one of the most rewarding river trips in Nepal.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Explore the spectacular mountain scenery

• Unique remote villages and farming valleys

• Rewarded trip

• Discover the Arun's remoteness

 Fact of rafting in Arun river

  Guideline Itinerary of Arun River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu fly to Tumlingtar: An hour's flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar takes you away from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. The Tumlingtar flight if scheduled in the afternoon, the camp shall be put up in Tumlingtar itself. The afternoon could be spent in visiting this tiny village with its small teashops and airstrip.

DAY 02: Tumlintar trek to Savaiya Khola: Breakfast will normally be served at 8: 30 AM. Trek for about two hours at a gradual pace until Sabiya Khola.

DAY 03: Savaiya Khola raft to Megan Besi: As soon as we get on the river. From Tumlingtar, we get started at 9:30 AM after breakfast. Today is pretty smooth except for little rough ones of grade III/IV.

DAY 04: Megan Besi raft to Blithe Rapid: This day could be more challenging than the previous days. We come across quite a number of rapids one after another. The first encounter is a left- bend rapid, before the suspension bridge at Ranighat. A number of rapids follow after this; one after another we finally camp nearby blithe rapid.

DAY 05: Blithe Rapid rat to Chattra: This day is pretty smooth and relaxed compared to the previous days. The Arun River now merges with river Sunkosi to form in to a confluence of river Saptakosi, one of the major rivers of Nepal, which further flows to merge with the famous Gange in India. Float along Saptakosi for another half an hour and we reach the site of a temple in Bara Chettra a Hindu temple dedicated to lord Vishnu. From here it takes another half an hour to reach at Chattra.

The Tamur is newly opened river adventure and its tributaries drain the snows of Kanchanjunga, the third highest peak in the world. The river is the sixth largest river in Nepal and seems to have a feeling of thrusting power and of being constrained by its valley sides. The first commercial run of the Tamur was in 1990 and there have been very few descents since then. It is an outstandingly beautiful river with superb views of the Himalayan range including Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchanjunga and Mt. Makalu. The river trip includes around 120-kms descent, through more than 100 of the most exciting rapids still to be named. It has to offer grade 3 to 4, with some graded -5, making one of the best white water expedition trip in the world. This river adventure offers a breathtaking combination of short trekking and Wild River rafting making it an exhilarating expedition.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Trip combination with one of the most scenic treks in Nepal

• Explore the spectacular white water

• Discover the Nepal's villages with unique culture

• Rafting through the deep gorges

 Fact of rafting in Tamur river

  Guideline Itinerary of Tamur River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu fly to Biratnagar: Fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar then drive about 5 hours to starting point for the expedition.

DAY 02-05: Trekking adventure: We start our 4 days trek into the heart of eastern Nepal. It does not take long to leave all the noise and hassle of town life behind. We will stop for lunch, relax and enjoy the views and culture of local village life. You will only be carrying a water bottle and camera on you as our team of porters carries the main loads.

DAY 06: The white water begins from here and your raft guide will give you a detailed safety briefing. Then for the rest of the day you are in a turquoise blue class IV white water paradise.

DAY 07: This is class II-IV the whole day passing through villages and spotting wildlife particular to this area.

DAY 08: Time to have a break. We have a rest day to enjoy the beach life, or go for a day trek to the local villages that are always so welcoming and inspiring with their unending supply of enthusiasm and smiles.

DAY 09: The action continues as you tackle more class ii-iv rapids all the way.

DAY 10: Relax and enjoy a mellow day on the river as you float through the day with the occasional "all forward call" to bring you back into action. You need to relax so you are ready for tomorrow!

DAY 10: There could not be a better way to end an expedition like this other than on continuous class IV for half a day. We end the journey in Chatra. Those who choose to fly will be drive to Biratnagar airport to catch their flight 1-hour.

Karnali River, the largest and longest river in Nepal considered as one of the best rafting trips in the world. Karnali River, known as Ghaghara in India, literally means ' holy water from the sacred mountain'. The river is ideal for long rafting trips. The lowland trek joining strength with few impressive canyons makes Karnali an unforgettable river rafting trip in Nepal. While kayaking in the river one passes amidst dense forests and picturesque natural beauty. From the frontier town of Surkhet there is an unique and lovely two-day trek through lowland Sal forest to the village of Saul in the seldom seen area of far West Nepal. From Sauli its 180-kms to the nest road access at Chisopani, on the northern border of the Bardia National Park. The river section takes about seven days, giving plenty of time to explore some of the side canyons and waterfalls, which come into the river valley. For 180 kilometers we won't see a single sign of the modern world. It's one of the last places in Nepal that you can see old growth forest and have a real chance of seeing Nepal's wildlife.

   Highlights of the rafting

• Explore the best and longest whitewater rafting adventure trip in the world

• Short trekking experience before rafting

• 7 km long gorge

• Begins its life near to Tibet’s holy Mount Kailash

• Awesome landscapes and narrow gorges

• Intensive rapids, reach 4 to 5 rapids

• Majestic view of the Himalayas

• Kayaking opportunity

 Fact of rafting in Karnali river

  Guideline itinerary of Karnali River:

DAY 01: Kathmandu fly to Nepalgunj and drive to Surkhet: This is a long bus journey, so be prepared with water etc. We travel to the far west and arrive in Surkhet very early hours of the morning. You are able have a sleep here.

DAY 02: Surkhet trek to Sauli: After breakfast, we drive 8 hours to the put-in-point at Tallo Dhungeshwor. It is a lovely drive through sal forests to the village of Sauli in the seldom seen area of far-West Nepal passing through local villages and spectacular scenery.

DAY 03: Tallo Dhungeshwor raft to First Inquiry: After a scrumptious breakfast, we are all set to hit the wild bend – Karnali. From Tallo Dhungeshwori, it's 200-kms to the next road access at Chisopani on the northern border of Bardia National Park. First day on the river and we encounter wild rapids that continue to take our breath away. After lunch we continue our descent on the Karnali and arrive at First Inquiry, a pristine camping site for our first night on the river.

DAY 04: First Inquiry raft to God’s House: Himalayan whitewater rafting seems truly wild with lots of adventure down the line. This day is the day! Negotiating through the wild torrents, we enter the ‘Jungle Corridor’. This is a narrowing jungle clad gorge and it is all ours. The skills practiced on the first day will now come to use and when the guide shouts "all forward " he really means it. It is D-day that we were looking forward to on the Karnali and after a long day’s roller-coaster ride on the whitewater, we camp at the sensational setting at God’s House.

DAY 05 : God’s House raft to Seti Dovan: Yet another action-packed day filled with more fun, more adventure welcomed by the tricky waves of God’s House followed by more intricate rapids till we reach our campsite at Seti Dovan.

DAY 06: Seti Dovan raft to Jamuna Village: Our guide shouts, ‘Keep paddling hard’. Yes, the adventure is yet not over! Today we experience the best of the west filled with great action combined with breathtaking scenery. After a hard day’s action, we arrive at Jamuna village where we camp. With three days of first class adventure behind us, there is plenty to talk about over dinner.

DAY 07: Rest day in Jamuna Village: This day, we take a much deserved break to visit the local villages surrounded by lush green, pristine jungle with an abundance of wildlife. We camp at the beach and enjoy barbeque pork for our next meal.

DAY 08 to 09: Seti Confluence: We see the rapids easing off as we come out of the gorge. We pass the confluence with the Seti River where the river broadens and the gradient lessens, as the river winds through some magnificent scenery, eventually emerging onto the plains and flowing through the Bardia National Park. This day, the next day and another half day gives us plenty of opportunity to enjoy a journey through the countryside admiring the enchanting beauty of Nepal. Rafting is definitely more than just whitewater and adventurous bumps on the river.

DAY 10: Seti Confluence raft to Chisopani: This day is our last day on the Karnali. We end our trip in the early afternoon at Chisopani Bridge and have our last river lunch together, with the Karnali next to us winding its way through the valleys, canyons and beautiful gorges. After a long week on the river, we head to our next destination – Karnali Jungle Lodge at Bardia National Park for a peaceful jungle safari deep in the tranquil woods of Bardia