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Trisuli & Kali Gandaki

Grade 4+ - Two great Himalayan Rivers - Wild Riverbanks Camps

All meals 'on tour' included

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Duration

8 Days
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Accommodation

4 Nts Hotels - 3 Nts Camping
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Trip Overview

Grade 4+: A short Nepal rafting trip on two great Himalayan rivers.

This suggested itinerary can readily be extended to include sightseeing and other activities too. This rafting holiday is a journey of two rivers with mini-expeditions on both the Trisuli and the wilderness experience of the Kali Gandaki. The Trisuli is Nepal's most popular rafting river due to the relatively short travel time to put-in and take-out points from Kathmandu, reachable via the main highway. Big bouncy waves, hefty holes, and tricky chutes all go towards making an exhilarating ride to remember with a combination of Grade II+ and III+ rapids, with some IV’s in the monsoon season. Rapids such as ‘Snell’s Nose’, ‘Teen Devi’, ‘Ladies Delight’, ‘Upset’ and the aptly named ‘Surprise’ rapid. One night is spent at the permanent Big Fig Camp on the banks of the Trisuli before more paddling and then onto Pokhara, Nepal's premier lakeside resort. You then take to the waters of the Kali Gandaki River, which originates high up on the Tibetan Plateau and forms the world's deepest gorge. A truly fantastic wilderness rafting experience. The rapids run thick and fast from day one, just below the put-in point at Beni. For most of the three-day expedition, there is little rest. Mostly Grade III rapids, but sometimes really exhilarating Grade IV and Grade IV+, the Kali Gandaki carries you cavorting on through steep-walled gorges, under cascading waterfalls, and, until the last morning, a grand finale of spectacular, photogenic, big-time whitewater. And far more than just the river, the rewards include stunning upstream views of the Annapurna range, peaceful beach camps on the river bank, and the remote villages of at least five of Nepal’s main ethnic groups. On this section, you'll camp 'wild' at suitable riverside locations. Two-person tents are provided, and your team will prepare some tasty meals for you in the evenings. Breakfast 'al fresco' on the balmy river banks too! Sleeping bags (3-season) will be required for the nights spent camping. We can arrange sleeping bag rentals if required.

Grade 4+: A short Nepal rafting trip on two great Himalayan rivers.

  • This suggested itinerary can readily be extended to include sightseeing and other activities too. This rafting holiday is a journey of two rivers with mini-expeditions on both the Trisuli and the wilderness experience of the Kali Gandaki. The Trisuli is Nepal's most popular rafting river due to the relatively short travel time to put-in and take-out points from Kathmandu, reachable via the main highway. Big bouncy waves, hefty holes, and tricky chutes all go towards making an exhilarating ride to remember with a combination of Grade II+ and III+ rapids, with some IV’s in the monsoon season. Rapids such as ‘Snell’s Nose’, ‘Teen Devi’, ‘Ladies Delight’, ‘Upset’ and the aptly named ‘Surprise’ rapid. One night is spent at the permanent Big Fig Camp on the banks of the Trisuli before more paddling and then onto Pokhara, Nepal's premier lakeside resort. You then take to the waters of the Kali Gandaki River, which originates high up on the Tibetan Plateau and forms the world's deepest gorge. A truly fantastic wilderness rafting experience. The rapids run thick and fast from day one, just below the put-in point at Beni. For most of the three-day expedition, there is little rest. Mostly Grade III rapids, but sometimes really exhilarating Grade IV and Grade IV+, the Kali Gandaki carries you cavorting on through steep-walled gorges, under cascading waterfalls, and, until the last morning, a grand finale of spectacular, photogenic, big-time whitewater. And far more than just the river, the rewards include stunning upstream views of the Annapurna range, peaceful beach camps on the river bank, and the remote villages of at least five of Nepal’s main ethnic groups. On this section, you'll camp 'wild' at suitable riverside locations. Two-person tents are provided, and your team will prepare some tasty meals for you in the evenings. Breakfast 'al fresco' on the balmy river banks too! Sleeping bags (3-season) will be required for the nights spent camping. We can arrange sleeping bag rentals if required.

Example Itinerary

    • Day 1
      Arrive Kathmandu
    • Day 2
      Trisuli River Rafting 1
    • Day 3
      Trisuli Rafting 2 & transfer to Pokhara
    • Day 4
      Transfer to the Kali Gandaki River & Raft
    • Day 5
      Kali Gandaki River Rafting
    • Day 6
      More rafting & transfer to Pokhara
    • Day 7
      Fly to Kathmandu
    • Day 8
      Depart Nepal

  • DAY
    1

    Arrive Kathmandu

    Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you'll be met and receive a private transfer for the short distance into central Kathmandu and to the "KGH" Hotel in the heart of the Thamel district. You'll be given a briefing on your forthcoming adventure, and in the evening, you can take dinner at your leisure in one of the many choices of cafes and restaurants in Kathmandu, although the open-air courtyard cafe of the KGH Hotel is as good as anywhere.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel - Kathmandu
    Included Meals: none

    DAY 1

    Arrive Kathmandu

    Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you'll be met and receive a private transfer for the short distance into central Kathmandu and to the "KGH" Hotel in the heart of the Thamel district. You'll be given a briefing on your forthcoming adventure, and in the evening, you can take dinner at your leisure in one of the many choices of cafes and restaurants in Kathmandu, although the open-air courtyard cafe of the KGH Hotel is as good as anywhere.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel - Kathmandu
    Included Meals: none

    DAY
    2

    Trisuli River Rafting 1

    After breakfast, you'll travel by private vehicle to the Trisuli River Valley and to Baireni, the put-in point for the rafting. You'll be given a safety briefing, wetsuits, safety helmets, and life jackets. Your main baggage will travel ahead by vehicle to tonight's camp, so anything you want with you for today will go into dry bags on the raft. Once you're ready, it's onto the river, and after around an hour of paddling and a bit of whitewater (Grade 3), you'll stop at a scenic riverbank location for a picnic lunch. Back onto the water, there's some more whitewater before the river becomes a calmer paddle and leads to the permanent riverside camp known as the Big Fig. Enjoy a BBQ dinner al fresco on the stony beach by a camp fire.

    Accommodation: Big Fig Trisuli River Camp
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    DAY 2

    Trisuli River Rafting 1

    After breakfast, you'll travel by private vehicle to the Trisuli River Valley and to Baireni, the put-in point for the rafting. You'll be given a safety briefing, wetsuits, safety helmets, and life jackets. Your main baggage will travel ahead by vehicle to tonight's camp, so anything you want with you for today will go into dry bags on the raft. Once you're ready, it's onto the river, and after around an hour of paddling and a bit of whitewater (Grade 3), you'll stop at a scenic riverbank location for a picnic lunch. Back onto the water, there's some more whitewater before the river becomes a calmer paddle and leads to the permanent riverside camp known as the Big Fig. Enjoy a BBQ dinner al fresco on the stony beach by a camp fire.

    Accommodation: Big Fig Trisuli River Camp
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    DAY
    3

    Trisuli Rafting 2 & transfer to Pokhara

    Take breakfast at camp; no 'crack of dawn' start either, and take to the river mid-morning to continue your journey down stream. You'll probably get a bit wet today as there are some grade 4 rapids to provide thrills along the way. After 3–4 hours of rafting, you'll reach Kuringhat, where the Trisuli rafting ends. But first a leisurely picnic lunch, and then it's back to the road, and after around 3 hours of driving, you reach Pokhara, Nepal's premier resort. Your hotel is in the 'Lake Side' area.

    Accommodation: Hotel Karuna - Pokhara
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 3

    Trisuli Rafting 2 & transfer to Pokhara

    Take breakfast at camp; no 'crack of dawn' start either, and take to the river mid-morning to continue your journey down stream. You'll probably get a bit wet today as there are some grade 4 rapids to provide thrills along the way. After 3–4 hours of rafting, you'll reach Kuringhat, where the Trisuli rafting ends. But first a leisurely picnic lunch, and then it's back to the road, and after around 3 hours of driving, you reach Pokhara, Nepal's premier resort. Your hotel is in the 'Lake Side' area.

    Accommodation: Hotel Karuna - Pokhara
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY
    4

    Transfer to the Kali Gandaki River & Raft

    It's a morning drive to Beni, the starting point for the awesome journey through the Kali Gandaki Valley. While everything is ready for the next few days, you can take it easy and enjoy a picnic. Everything you want with you for the next few days of rafting will be carried in the raft and stored in dry bags. What you don't need, you can leave at the hotel in Pokhara. In the afternoon, you'll raft for around 4 hours, encountering rapids such as Big Brother, Evil One, and Wake Up Call. The rapids are up to grade 4. Plenty of big, bouncy waves along the way, and lots of fun too. Late in the afternoon, camp will be set up in a spectacular location in a gorge surrounded by steep cliffs. You'll enjoy a tasty dinner at camp and can dream about tomorrow's rapids.

    Accommodation: Wild Kali Gandaki River Camp 1
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FULL SUPPORT CAMPING


    DAY 4

    Transfer to the Kali Gandaki River & Raft

    It's a morning drive to Beni, the starting point for the awesome journey through the Kali Gandaki Valley. While everything is ready for the next few days, you can take it easy and enjoy a picnic. Everything you want with you for the next few days of rafting will be carried in the raft and stored in dry bags. What you don't need, you can leave at the hotel in Pokhara. In the afternoon, you'll raft for around 4 hours, encountering rapids such as Big Brother, Evil One, and Wake Up Call. The rapids are up to grade 4. Plenty of big, bouncy waves along the way, and lots of fun too. Late in the afternoon, camp will be set up in a spectacular location in a gorge surrounded by steep cliffs. You'll enjoy a tasty dinner at camp and can dream about tomorrow's rapids.

    Accommodation: Wild Kali Gandaki River Camp 1
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FULL SUPPORT CAMPING


    DAY
    5

    Kali Gandaki River Rafting

    It's nice to wake up to tea served in your tent and then enjoy an al fresco breakfast on the shores of the Kali Gandaki. It's excitement almost from the word go, with around two and a half hours of classic roller coaster waves and the grade 3+ 'double bend'. By now you'll be ready for a picnic lunch, and there's more to follow over the course of the next 2-3 hours with the likes of 'black rock' and 'avon wrap' to negotiate. These can be grades 3+ and 4+ at times. Again, you'll be camping in the wild by the river.

    Accommodation: Wild Kali Gandaki River Camp 2
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    DAY 5

    Kali Gandaki River Rafting

    It's nice to wake up to tea served in your tent and then enjoy an al fresco breakfast on the shores of the Kali Gandaki. It's excitement almost from the word go, with around two and a half hours of classic roller coaster waves and the grade 3+ 'double bend'. By now you'll be ready for a picnic lunch, and there's more to follow over the course of the next 2-3 hours with the likes of 'black rock' and 'avon wrap' to negotiate. These can be grades 3+ and 4+ at times. Again, you'll be camping in the wild by the river.

    Accommodation: Wild Kali Gandaki River Camp 2
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    DAY
    6

    More rafting & transfer to Pokhara

    It's far from over as once again you take to the white waters of the mighty Kali Gandaki and encounter exhilarating rapids and the Grade 4+ grand finale of 'Seti Beni' and ' Human for Lunch'. Reaching the confluence with the Andhi Khola (the take-out point), once everything is packed down and after a picnic lunch, you'll be transferred back to Pokhara and should arrive early in the evening.

    Accommodation: Hotel Karuna, Pokhara
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 6

    More rafting & transfer to Pokhara

    It's far from over as once again you take to the white waters of the mighty Kali Gandaki and encounter exhilarating rapids and the Grade 4+ grand finale of 'Seti Beni' and ' Human for Lunch'. Reaching the confluence with the Andhi Khola (the take-out point), once everything is packed down and after a picnic lunch, you'll be transferred back to Pokhara and should arrive early in the evening.

    Accommodation: Hotel Karuna, Pokhara
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY
    7

    Fly to Kathmandu

    A private transfer to Pokhara Airport for the 25-minute flight to Kathmandu Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel, and the remainder of the day is at your leisure. You could of course readily extend this holiday with some extra days in Pokhara for some 'r&r' or add activities like tandem paragliding, trying out the world's longest and fastest zip wire, or perhaps a short trek in the Annapurna's. Returning to Kathmandu, some mountain biking or even a spot of sightseeing can be readily added.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel, Kathmandu
    Included Meals: Breakfast

    DAY 7

    Fly to Kathmandu

    A private transfer to Pokhara Airport for the 25-minute flight to Kathmandu Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel, and the remainder of the day is at your leisure. You could of course readily extend this holiday with some extra days in Pokhara for some 'r&r' or add activities like tandem paragliding, trying out the world's longest and fastest zip wire, or perhaps a short trek in the Annapurna's. Returning to Kathmandu, some mountain biking or even a spot of sightseeing can be readily added.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel, Kathmandu
    Included Meals: Breakfast

    DAY
    8

    Depart Nepal

    A private transfer will take you to the airport for your return international flight.

    Included Meals: Breakfast

    Of course, there's no reason to depart today; your Nepal holiday can be readily tailor-made.

    DAY 8

    Depart Nepal

    A private transfer will take you to the airport for your return international flight.

    Included Meals: Breakfast

    Of course, there's no reason to depart today; your Nepal holiday can be readily tailor-made.

    IMPORTANT

    This is an EXAMPLE ITINERARY and can be customised for you accordingly.

    Please consider whether you want your customisable, private trip itinerary to also include CONTINGENCY.

    See our ABOUT CONTINGENCY Information

    Please CONTACT US to discuss CONTINGENCY and ADDITIONAL ACCLIMATISATION, as well as other CUSTOMISATION POSSIBILITES for your PRIVATE CUSTOM TREK

Price Guide

Price based on a private party of 4 persons, twin share rooms, low season.
  • $ US 995

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What's included

The price shown is for guideline purposes only. The price is inclusive of all accommodation described in the detailed itinerary, all airport and land transfers, private overland travel, internal flights as indicated in the itinerary, meals as indicated in the itinerary, main baggage transfers, rafting crew and all rafting equipment, camp cook, all camping equipment (except sleeping bags), permits and fees, and a Snow Cat Travel Rafting Guide. All guides are English-speaking professionals and fully licenced.

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