White Water Rafting in Nepal

Rising high in the Himalayas, near Shisha Pangma in Tibet, the Sun Kosi is one of the top ten white water rivers in the World. Winding its way through the beautiful Mahabharat Range, this immensely powerful and turbulent river will provide the ultimate challenge to any brave enough to try. So, if you are brave enough to give it a go, this rafting trip will definitely test your nerve and endurance to the limit.

You begin this tour in Kathmandu, where you have plenty of time to explore all this intriguing city has to offer including Hindu Shrines, Buddhist Stupas, Royal Palaces, and much more.

From here it is a short drive east to your put in point on the Sun Kosi River. Your first few days are spent in preparation for the many exciting and challenging rapids ahead. The first really big grade IV rapids go under such names as Meat Grinder, High Anxiety and Harkapur II and test your recently acquired skills to the fullest. Along the route you take timeout, on the many inviting sandy white beaches, to relax in the sun, play games and party in the evenings. Inevitable, though, you always return to the water for new adventures and fresh challenges, none more so than the infamous Jungle Corridor. A section of rapids cutting through a jungle filled rock canyon, the Jungle Corridor provides an adrenaline pumping, white-knuckle ride that you will never forget. One final surprise in the shape of the aptly named Big Dipper, and then it's a quiet cruise down to your take out point and a drive back to Kathmandu.

We leave the final day free for you to do any last minute sightseeing or perhaps buy a gift, before you bid farewell to Nepal and head home.

Your tour ends the following morning with a transfer back to the airport.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1
When you arrive into Kathmandu, you will be met at the airport and then transferred to your hotel. Once you have settled in, you are free to explore the city at leisure.

Day 2
After a pre-tour brief this morning, we take you on a fully guided tour of the capital city. We visit the many Temples and Palaces within Durbar Square before heading out to Swayambunath - this incredible stupa sits on a hill overlooking Kathmandu. If you climb the many steps to the top, you have some incredible views over the city and out towards the surrounding Kathmandu Valley. After some browsing in the markets, this evening take the time to explore Kathmandu at night, sampling some of the many bars and restaurants.

Day 3
We make an early start this morning, leaving Kathmandu by road heading east. After a short two and a half hour drive we reach Dolalghat & your put in point on the river Sun Kosi. Upon arrival, we inflate the rafts and spend the rest of the afternoon getting expert training in rafting techniques from our highly qualified guides. Tonight we camp by the river.

Day 4 - 9
The next six days are spent rafting through the beautiful Nepalese countryside. Your days are a combination of adrenaline pumping action speeding along some of the best white water in the world and gentle rafting through wonderfully picturesque scenery. You really never know what will be around the next corner. At night, we camp at the side of the river on a sandy beach and enjoy a hearty meal.

Day 10
After a final day on the river, we pack up the raft and make an overnight drive back to Kathmandu, arriving early morning.

Day 11
Today is kept as a free day, leaving you to enjoy Kathmandu at your leisure. There are many options available including visits to the nearby towns of Patan and Bhaktapur as well as the chance to experience an Everest mountain flight.

Day 12
You have free time this morning to catch up on any last minute shopping before your transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Other Details

Accommodation Details

1. Camping whilst rafting
On the river we camp, usually on sandy beaches beside the water, and provide all the necessary camping equipment, including two-person tents, sleeping bags, mats, and toilet tents.

2. Hotels in Kathmandu
We use a 3-star tourist class hotel, which is clean, secure and offers most amenities. The hotel accommodation is based on a
furnished twin en-suite room, with air- cooling, bathtubs, hot water, phone and TV.