Bhote Koshi River Rafting
River Bhote Koshi (Grade 4 to 5) is a two-day run of pure adventure. The rafting site is located only three hours from Kathmandu. Twenty-six kilometers of continuous white water soaks rafters as they shoot through a veritable maze of canyons and boulders. It is the steepest river rafted in Nepal and required a lot of concentration. Starting above Barabise, you raft down to the dam at Lamosangu.
 
Duration: 2 days
Put in point: Khandichaur Rafting
Grade: 4-5
End point: Lamasangu Dam
Day to Day Itinerary
Day -01: Drive from Kathmandu to Khadichaur, the first day rafting starting point. After arrival our chef will prepare Lunch and guides will prepare the rafts and kayaks - your hand will be required. Get set and pay attention to our guides' briefing about paddling and safety measures. On the first day you will negotiate only class III rapids i.e. a launching exercise for the first day because the real adventure starts the next day. Drive back to Baseri (further up from the starting point), set camp at a place of peace and tranquility. Enjoy the campfire while Nepali Ghorle sing and dance and taste local made Rakshi (Local Drink).
Day-02: After breakfast, experience the adrenaline rushes provided by the challenging class V rapids "Frog on the Blinder", "Midnight Express" and numerous class IV rapids. "Wall" and "Cave" are also encountered. The scenery of the different mountains, forests and ethnic Nepali cultural life is marvelous and fantastic. Drive back to Kathmandu after this thrilling experience for a well-deserved rest .
 
The major rivers opened for rafting in Nepal are as follows:
Rafting Options
Trishuli 1 - 4 days ( Central Nepal)
Setikhola 2 days ( Western Nepal)
Bhotekoshi 1 - 2 days ( Eastern Nepal )
Kaligandaki 3 - 5 days (Western Nepal)
Marshyangdi 6 days
Sunkoshi 8 _ 9 days (Eastern Nepal)
Karnali River 10 _ 12 days ( Far Western Nepal)
Arun River 08 days including 3 days trekking
Tamur River 12 days including 3 days trekking
 
 
In some ways it is best to bring as little as possible to the river. There are however, some essential personal items that may need.
Please bring: -
  • T-shir
  • swim wear for on the river
  • Warm clothing for the evenings including a fleece or a pullover
  • Sunscreen and lip protector
  • Sunglasses (with retaining device) and/or a cap
  • Towel??Toiletries
  • (environmentally friendly is best) and any personal medication
  • Flashlight
  • Footwear
 
Departure date:
Any day during season
 
 
 
 
 
 
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