Karnali River Rafting

10 Days [ Price: starting from USD 370]

This newly opened river adventure offers a breathtaking combination of short trekking and Wild River rafting making it an exhilarating expedition.The Tamor takes its flow from the snow melt of the mighty Kanchenjunga massif which is the third highest peak in the world. The remoteness of this river makes it truly beautiful and un spoilt as it roars its way through deep gorges and lush countryside.Along the Tamur there are very few villages and limited agricultural areas. Its shores are dotted with pristine white sandy beaches which are ideal for camping. The Tamor offers spectacular white water. This trip involves a three day trek through the foothill of Himalayas. Combining the best of Nepal, rafting and trekking, this is an unforgettable journey. The river well earns its name, ‘the jewel of the east’.



Trip Overview :

Trip Region : Nepal Rafting

Name of the trip :Karnali River Rafting

Best Season : September,to December & March to May .

Accommodation : Simple lodge to 5 star accommodation in cities to Kathmandu & Pokhara (your choice) but in Rafting only camping

Group Size : Min.2 to Max 12 persons in a group

Grade : 3 to 5

Fixed Departure: contact us on request
Trip Duration : 10 days

Starting from : Sauli.
River distance : 170 km.
Ending at : Chisopani. Bridge
Grade : midium

Transportation : Car / Bus / Van /Local bus
Price : starting from USD 370

Karnali River Rafting Itinerary (Karnali River Rafting )

Day 01 : We travel to the far west and arrive in Surkhet very late/early hours of the next morning.

Day 02: After breakfast, we will take a truck as far as the road goes until about lunch time. After lunch we walk all afternoon to the put-in point at Sauli. A great walk which high lights just how "out there" you really are. You pass local villages and spectacular scenery, and then you hit the river.

Day 03 : After breakfast, we get ready for wild ride. This section of the River is terribly wild. Continues rapid makes rafter forget to breathe. Lunch will be served en-route and overnight at the tented camp.

DAY 04 :This is the type of day that people imagine when they think of Himalayan water. It is big and continuous. We enter into the Jungle Corridor. This is a narrowing jungle clad gorge and it is all ours. The team building is put into full practice and when your guide shouts "all forward " he really means it. Enjoy the ride all day and camp in this sensational setting at God-house.

Day 05 : More of the same including the notorious GOD'S house rapid. Camp at the Seti Dovan.

Day 06 : It isn't over yet! Keep paddling hard! You really are experiencing the best of the west on yet another day of great action and breathe taking scenery and camping at Jamuna village.

Day 07: This is a holiday after all so we have programmed a rest day so you can take time to enjoy your surroundings and relax on a great sandy beach.

Day 08: We see the rapids dying off as we come out of the gorge. We pass the confluence with the Seti River where the river broadens. Today, the next day and a half is a chance to enjoy your journey admiring the country and villages you pass. You will have seen the safety kayakers in action and will no doubt be inspired, so ask the guides for some supervised instruction, or take over the raft and learn about the river.

Day 09 : We continue see the rapids dying off as we come out of the gorge. We pass the confluence with the Seti River where the river broadens. Today, the next day and a half is a chance to enjoy your journey admiring the country and villages you pass. You will have seen the safety kayakers in action and will no doubt be inspired, so ask the guides for some supervised instruction, or take over the raft and learn about the river.

Day 10: This is the final day of river. We end this trip in the early afternoon at Chisopani. Bridge & lunch is served there. You will catch night bus get back to Kathmandu or you can enjoy in Bardia National Park, which is famous for bird watching

Price Include:

  • Transportation from / to Kathmandu by tourist bus as per itinerary.
    All International standard rafting equipment as necessary (Such as self bailing rafts, helmets, life jackets, kayaks, plastic
    paddles and spray jackets etc.)
    Well-trained and highly experienced rafting guides, cooks, and other helper staff.
    Camping & Cooking equipment (tents, mattress & kitchen gear).
    3 times’ a day continental & Nepalese meals during the rafting period (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
    Accommodation in 2 person capacity tent during the rafting
    All staffs salary, insurance, meals etc.
    All necessary fees, Government/Local taxes, all national park and conservation area fees. Tourist service charge,

Price Exclude:

  • Airfare domestic / international
  • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue), US$ 40 (duration 30 days from the date of
  • issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu .
  • Airport tax domestic / international
  • Hard / Soft Drinks like alcohol and coke and mineral water
  • Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
  • Personal travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guide
  • Any type of personal expenditure such Alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone, and laundry.
    Food & accommodation cost incase of any natural accident caused by weather.
    Tips, Gratuities and expenditure.
    Rescue & insurance such as travel, cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects. You are advised to insure for it.