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Major Trekking Region
Karnali River Rafting
The Karnali is the longest river in Nepal, springs from the base of Mt. Kailash in Tibet, the center of the universe for Buddhist and Hindu religions.The Karnali River Rafting is one of the finest big volume river trips in the world, a classic expedition into Nepal's remote, "wild west." The starting point is Syauli where the river drops into imposing canyons filled with powerful big volume white water. These canyons flow into the scarcely populated areas of pristine jungle teeming with abundant bird and wildlife. Towards the end of the Karnali River Rafting, the river gradient begins to ease as the Karnali leaves the mountains and flows into the Gangetic plains on the Terai. The jungle as the river broadens, and the perfect beaches become bigger and even more beautiful.
| Area: | Karnali |
| Activities: | River Rafting |
| Seasons: | Jan - Dec |
| Duration: | 11 Days |
| Accommodation: | Camping |
| Transport: | Drive in - Drive Out |
| Days | Activities |
|---|---|
| 01. | This is a long bus journey which start early in the morning from kathmandu, so be prepared with water etc. We travel to the far west and arrive in Surkhet very late/early hours of the morning; you are able to have a sleep here. We camp and get excited about tomorrow. |
| 02. | We will take a transportation as far as the road goes until about lunch time. After lunch we walk all afternoon to the put-in point at Syauli. 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. |
| 03. | The river gives the team time to build and there is enough challenging rapids and water flow for learning errors. We still manage to get at least one great class 4 rapid in. We camp and get excited about tomorrow. |
| 04. | 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. This is the type of day that people imagine when they think of Himalayan water. It is BIG and it is continuous. |
| 05. | The same including the wicked god house rapid. |
| 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 breath taking scenery. |
| 07. | This is a holiday after all so we have programmed a rest day so you can take time to enjoy your environment and relax on a great sandy beach. |
| 08-09. | We see the rapids dying off as we come out of the ravine. We pass the confluence with the Seti River where the river broadens. Today, the next day and a half are 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. You see there is more to a rafting expedition than just rafting. |
| 10. | We come to the end of our journey at about lunchtime where our bus will be waiting to collect you. |
| 11. | We arrive back at Kathmandu in the early morning of the eleventh day. What a wonderful journey!!! |
Cost Detail
To quote you with an exact or approximate price, we need the number of persons in your group, the category of hotel, the mode of transportation (by plane or by bus or by jeep etc) & any alternation in your itinerary. Please contact us with these important details first so that we can get back to you on the cost.
- Airport picks up & drops by private vehicle according your group.
- Standard accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle according your trip.
- All your river rafting fees.
- All your standard meals during the trip.
- The required number of local staff during the trip.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
- Transportation from and to rafting point.
- All our government taxes.
- Your meals and drinks whilst in Kathmandu.
- Your travel insurance.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Airport Kathmandu with 2 passport size photos.
- Tips for staff and driver--Tipping is expected.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Departure Dates
Departure dates and itinerary arrangements can be custom-tailored to your needs, so please contact us with your inquiries regarding your tour departure date.
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