Sun Kosi River Expedition

Trip Highlights

For both rafters and intermediate kayakers, the Sun Kosi is an absolutely brilliant river - at its best in medium to high flows with big bouncy grade III-IV rapids and lots of friendly holes and waves to surf. Originating near Mount Shisha Pangma in Tibet, the ‘River of Gold’ runs eastward through Nepal draining most of the eastern portion of the Himalayas. From the put-in at Dolalghat to the take-out at Chatra in far-eastern Nepal, the warm water of the Sun Kosi twists and snakes its way through 270km of some of Nepal's remotest countryside. Starting off with smaller rapids we will go on to tackle the likes of the chunky Meat Grinder, High Anxiety and Hakapur, before joining the spectacular Dudh Kosi as it tumbles down from Everest. With a quiet cruise to finish at the confluence with the Tamur and Arun, this is the perfect ending to this amazing journey. This river expedition is an incredible combination of exhilarating whitewater, beautiful scenery and glorious stretches of white sandy beaches. It is truly breathtaking, and backed by its popularity is considered by many to be one of the world's 10 classic river journeys. And why not prolong your fun even further with an additional last day on the mighty Tamur River? With over 40 class IV rapids the Lower Tamur is a phenomenal section of river and the perfect climax to this exhilarating adventure!

Price Details

Price

From: GBP995 per person (12 Days)

Price Includes

• Airport transfers to/from Kathmandu airport to the hotel
• Hotel accommodation on the first 2 and last 2 nights
• Tented accommodation whilst on the river
• All meals (except where noted)
• Quality rafting + kayaking equipment - incl. buoyancy aids, helmets, spray jackets, decks and kayak
• Camping equipment - incl. tents, thermarest mattresses, chairs
• Experienced, world class guides and safety kayakers
• Internal transfers + permits

Price Excludes

• Personal insurance meals in town personal drinks (soft drinks, alcohol) international flight tips

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Kathmandu. You will be met by an AdventureX Guide and then taken to your hotel for the evening. Hot shower then out to one of the many local fine restaurants.
(No meals included)

Day 2
Have the day to explore the amazing city of Kathmandu. Grab a taxi or rickshaw to visit some of the incredible temples and squares that make up this most vibrant of capitals. At 6pm we will have a pre-departure briefing then head off for a meal together. (Breakfast included)

Days 3 - 9
With a hearty breakfast inside us it’s time to head towards the big river. After safety and paddle instructions we set off on our journey. You will encounter numerous smaller rapids on the first 2 days of the river followed by the ‘meaty’ Meat Grinder, High Anxiety and Harkapur. After stopping at Tokshel Harkapur and spending time checking out this porter town we drift down to a rapid called Harkapur 2 and camp for the evening. The famous Dudh Kosi, the river of milk, which tumbles down from Mount Everest forms the next rapid followed by Jaws, then Dead Mans Eddy and cascading water falls. We will then have at least 1 layover day staying at the same river camp for 2 nights.
(All meals included)

Day 10
The last big rapid of the trip - The Big Dipper. It’s then a quiet cruise down the confluence with the Tamur and Arun and the beginning of the Sapta Kosi, or the Seven Rivers. From this point it is a short 2 hours drive then a 55-minute flight back to Kathmandu.
(All meals included, except any additional meals out in Kathmandu)

Day 11
Free time for sight-seeing and retail therapy in Kathmandu.
(Breakfast included)

Day 12
After a rather leisurely breakfast we take you back to the airport for your return flight to Kathmandu.
(Breakfast included)

Optional Extension
An additional day on the Tamur River makes a phenomenal climax to this exhilarating expedition.

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Accommodation Details

All accommodation on the trip is included – in tourist hotels and tented accommodation on the riverside beaches.