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Major Trekking Region
Sunkoshi River Rafting
Sun Koshi River also known as ‘River of Gold’ which might be named after gold found from the gravel of river while panning. Alternatively, it refers to the orange color of the water when it gets thick with alluvial slit during monsoon. Classic Sun Koshi River Rafting is one of the top ten river journey in the world that’s why Rafting or Kayaking in this classic Sun Koshi River is famous among adventurous rafters. Sun Koshi flowing from the Himalaya to eastwards would take you through ever changing scenery which would definitely helps rafters to guarantee that every day on the river is exhilarating & different. While passing between the Mahabharat Lekh in between your adventure journey you will see high & open mountains, open valley, forest, small remote villages, white sandy shore, troops of monkeys, and abundance of birdlife.
Sun Koshi River rafting Start from Dolalghat you will encounter fairly relaxed class 3 type river rafting, which would give you an excellent opportunity for developing teamwork for upcoming exploration. The rapids encountered at the beginning of the river trip are fairly relaxed class 3, giving an excellent opportunity for great teamwork to really develop. With the exception of a few big rapids like Harkapur the general standard of the river gets progressively harder as you descend it so there is time to loosen up and practice your skills on easy water before you reach the more interesting bigger and more challenging rapids lower down the river. You will be pleasantly surprised and flattered by how much your skills improve by the end of the trip!
With 8 days adventure on those thrilling river & rapids final day of Sun Koshi River Rafting would bring you to open plains & the flourishing village of Chatara.
| Area: | Sunkoshi River |
| Activities: | River Rafting |
| Seasons: | September-May |
| Duration: | 8 Days |
| Accommodation: | Camping |
| Transport: | Drive in - Drive Out |
| Days | Activities |
|---|---|
| 01. | At 7 am meet in Ktm. office - store baggage and finalize plans, a quick breakfast then we drive to Dolalghat i.e. put-in-point of Sun TKOs. The drive is spectacular with magnificent view of the Himalayan Ranges on a clear day. Upon arrival at sun kosi (Dolalghat), we unload gears, lunch will be served and a full safety briefing will be given by your expedition leader. The first and second days are easy paddling. The big rapid you will encounter on that day is of class 4+ rapid "Rotten Cave". We will choose our beach campsite, where dinner will be served amidst the splendor of the star filled sky. |
| 02. | Have breakfast pack up the gear and start rolling down the river. Today you will encounter a big class 4+ rapid " Meat grinder". It is fairly straight run down the center avoiding holes left and right. A few meters below here the Tamba Kosi river joins the Sun Kosi on the left with a beach on the confluence. There is another beautiful Shiva temple overlooking the two rivers. We camp here. |
| 03. | Today a few kms below the confluence of the Likhu Khola is a short, class 3+ rapid. Pre-Anxiety soon followed by a long class 4 rapid High Anxiety with a large hole on the left halfway down and a series of holes at the bottom. Float a while and then camp. |
| 04. | This day starts with several class 3+ rapids then a quick stop for buying food and maybe beer. Then prepare for a big and interesting one Harkapur 2 and 3 the hardest rapid on the river which should be carefully scouted. Camp |
| 05. | Some km below Harkapur, Dudh Kosi river joins the Sun Kosi from the left. Below here the river widens into an arid area of gravel. You meet some small rapids an will teach you into another aptly named rapid 'Jaws'. Camp |
| 06. | Today is a hard day as you will be encounter most of the grade 4+ rapids - you are straight into good exciting rapid "Rhino Rock" which is a grade 4+ followed by "Jungle Corridor" a kilometer of continuous white water. Waterfalls cascade on both sides of the river. One waterfall makes a great spot for a team shower. Camp |
| 07. | Last few days are mainly wave trains if you are interested you can try kayaking where our experts will teach you the basic skills needed to maneuver the boats or learn the Eskimo roll. Camp |
| 08. | The last stretch of river which brings you to the last class 4+ Big Dipper is a series of huge standing waves. A few kilometer later Big Arun and Tamur rivers joins together to form the Sapta Kosi. Then you float along on the powerful current , the hills dramatically give way to totally flat Terai and the northern plains of India. This is the end of a classic and memorable river journey. We will finish our trip around 2 pm pack the gear and then drive back to Kathmandu around 4 pm from Chattra. This takes around 13/14 hours . |
Cost Detail
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- Transportation from / to Kathmandu by tourist bus as per itinerary.
- Continental & Nepalese meals during the rafting period, thrice a day.
- All International standard Necessary rafting equipment as high quality self-bailing rafts, lifejackets, helmets, plastic paddles, wetsuits (only during the winter) on certain rivers, dry bag for gear, camera barrels and all safety and medical equipment.
- Well-trained and highly experienced rafting guides, cooks, and other helper staff.
- Tented accommodation in beautiful river beach with camp fire.
- Safety Kayak & First aid kit box.
- Food, accommodation, insurance for all staff and their transportation.
- Sleeping bag if you don’t have any.
- All necessary fees, Government/Local taxes, all national park and conservation area fees.
- Camping & Cooking equipment (tents, mattress & kitchen gear).
- Any type of personal expenditure such as phone, laundry, Mineral water, cold drinks and alcoholic beverages during the whole trip.
- Food & accommodation cost in case of any natural calamity caused by weather
- 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.
- Things of personal use.
- Member insurance.
- Tips, Gratuities and expenditure
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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