This is a 1, 2 or 3 days trip on II+ to IV class River.
Trishuli River originates from Gandaki river system and mixes with other rivers like Bheri River, Marsyangdi River and Seti River as it flows ahead. It is widely acknowledged for its most culturally stimulating and exciting river trips in the world. Rafting along the challenging rapids of Trisuli River like Twin Rock, Ladies Delight and Scout Upset can be extremely mind-blowing experience. During this meticulously organized river trip, you journey through the most scenic and secluded miles featuring incredibly blue water, breath-taking alpine scenery and amazing rapids cutting through some of the most varied geology. You also get to enjoy luxurious camps and wonderful off-river activities. Monsoon river rafting is the major attraction of Trisuli River.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: After early breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu, you will be driven 3-4 hrs to the raft put-in point at Fishling. Prior to rafting, river guide provides a thorough briefing about the safety measures and guidelines. Thereafter, begins rafting journey for about 4 hrs down to Mugling with a short lunch break. Once you are done with rafting, you can either return to Kathmandu, Royal Chitwan National park or Pokhara.
2 Days Trip
Day 1: After early breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu, you will be driven 3-4 hrs to the raft put-in point at Malekhu. Abiding the guidelines provided by a river guide, you will raft down to Majimtar for about 4 hrs with a short lunch break. Finally, you conclude the trip by setting a camp on the river bank.
Day 2: You continue drifting along the rapids of Trishuli River to Mugling. After finishing rafting, you have a choice to return to Kathmandu, Royal Chitwan National park or Pokhara.
3 Days Trip
Day 1: Soon after intaking delicious breakfast at the hotel in Kathmandu, you will be driven for 3-4 hrs to the raft put-in point at Charaundi. Under the guidance of a river guide, you venture into a river trip up to Kurintar for about 4 hrs with a short lunch break. Eventually, you camp near the river bank at a superb location.
Day 2: On this day, you resume your rafting trip along Trishuli River till you arrive at Simalar. After reaching Simalar, you conclude your river trip and make camping arrangement for overnight stay.
Day 3: Guided by the call of the nature you continue your river trip. After having rafted for about 3-4 hrs, you reach the climax of the trip. At this point, you have a choice to either return to Kathmandu, Royal Chitwan National park or Pokhara.
Rafting guide: We have a team of highly experienced English speaking rafting guides professionally trained and thoroughly versed in topography and nature of river. They have absolute expertise on white water rafting, swift water rescue and emergency wilderness first aid.
Team composition: We operate Nepal rafting trips for private team of your friends and family so you can enjoy your private trip without having to deal and confront with others people with different interests and attitude. Normally, we put 6-8 people including rafting guide in a raft.
Cost of the trip: The cost of each trip depends on duration of trip and group size, the higher the group size lower is the cost.
Transportation to/from put-in/put-out point: We have a fleet of mostly Japanese made Toyota vehicles of all types and sizes, from small two-seater luxury cars to large capacity luxury tourist coaches. 4WD Land cruisers are used in difficult and muddy road trips. Size and type of vehicle depend on size of your group. We use two-seater car for 1-2 persons, micro luxury 6-seater van for 3-5 persons, 10-seater van for 6-9 persons and tourist coach or coaster for group size above 10 persons. Our drivers are specially trained to serve in the hospitality industry. The vehicles are checked carefully before assigning to your service.
Best month for rafting and kayaking: Best time for rafting is from March to May and September to November. Temperature can get colder in January and February ranging from 7° to 20° C. For rest of the month, temperature remains minimum 18° to maximum 30° C. Monsoon rafting can be arranged on Trishuli river.
Classification of rivers: Maintaining the highest standard of safety and service, river trips have been classified in accordance to status of water flow, rapids & remoteness.
Class I Easy. Small rapids, fast moving water with riffles and small waves, few obstructions, minimal risk to swimmers and possibility of self-rescue.
Class II Novice. Gentle straightforward rapids with wide and clear channels and slight maneuvering required.
Class III Moderate. Exciting rapids with irregular waves and hazards, strong eddies and current and skilled maneuvering required.
Class IV Very difficult. Raging rapids, powerful maneuvering required and turbulent water flow.
Class V Extremely difficult. Long and very violent rapids with several hazards, unavoidable waves and holes or steep, congested chutes with complex demanding routes, high degree of danger to swimmers, expertise and reliable high quality equipments required for safe passage.
Class VI Unrunnable. Extremely difficult rapids, high chances of death and destruction of equipments and very slim chances of rescue.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Cost Includes:
- All full board camping service and transportation to the put in point and back from the take out point by private coach
- All safety equipment etc.
Cost Excludes:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal clothing
- Expenses of personal nature and insurance.
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