Karnali River Rafting

Karnali is the longest river in Nepal which springs out from mount Kailash, a holy mountain equally important for both Buddhist and Hindu. It carvers its way through Tibetan plateau and form a magnificent drainage system before dropping off into dramatic gorge and some of countries pristine jungle rich with wildlife. Karnali River flows through remote and sparsely populated region of western Nepal.

The starting of this river trip offers exhilarating whitewater roller coaster ride and eventually settles down into mild and gentle rapids with a relax drift. The pace varies from moderate rapids to tumultuous rides through narrow gorge.  Around you spreads rain forest, where inhabited and migrant birds and iridescent butterflies flit from tree to tree.  This magical river is also home to some of finest fish spices with giant Catfish and Golden Masheer so you might carry fishing materials.  Karnali is also an amazing river for Kayaking. You need to be expert of grade IV rafter to Kayak this river. If you are a novice Kayaker on a rafting trip, we will provide you to opportunity to try on some easier section.

The Karnali River rafting concludes at famous Bardia National Park- the lush jungle with abundant wildlife. This astonishing river voyage is one of most to do river expedition and our crew favorite river expedition in Nepal.

Day 01: Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Surkhet

Day 02: Arrival at Sauli (starting point of rafting)

Day 03: Commence rafting. Start with wild and furious rapids. O/N at camp

Day 04: Second day of rafting. Enter Jungle corridor. O/N at camp

Day 05: Enter in notorious God’s house rafting

Day 06: Keep paddling hard experiencing the best of west. O/N at Jamuna village resort.

Day 07: Rest at River bank enjoying stunning surrounding and sandy beaches

Day 08: Rafting

Day 09: Final day of rafting

Cost Includes

• All ground transportation
• Meals- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during rafting
• Necessary gear such as high quality rafts, life jackets, helmets, wetsuits, plastic paddles, barrel, safety, medical kit and more
• Safety Kayak
• Necessary staffs and crews
• Camping accommodation in river bank with camp fire
• Meal, accommodation, insurance for all staff and their accommodation

Cost Excludes

• International fare
• Personal nature expenses like alcoholic beverages, shopping, mineral water, cold drinks, phone calls, laundry etc
• Insurance
• Kathmandu hotel accommodations and meals
• Tips for staffs, porter and guide