So, far, the government has opened sections of 16 rivers for commercial rafting.

Trishuli river (grade 3+) :
The cheapest river trip available in Nepal and one of the most popular of Nepal’s raftable rivers. Although relatively unsafe during monsoon, it is fun. A Trishuli river trip can be combined with trips to Chitwan or Pokhara.

The Kali Gandaki (grade 5-5+) :
Sacred Hindu river, here the rapids are technically challenging, winding through remote canyons and deep gorges. Starting at Baglung, you could raft down to Ramdighat in five – six days. You may then continue on to the confluence with the Trishuli at Devghat, adding another 130 km and three – four days.

The Bhote Koshi (grade 4-5) :
A couple of hours out of Kathmandu, it is 26 km of continuous white water. Can be done in two days. It is the steepest river rafted in Nepal, requiring Zen-like concentration from the river-runner, and offering an adrenaline rush even in low-water months. Starting above Barabise, you raft down to the dam at Lamosangu.

Karnali river (grade 4-5) :
Nepal’s longest river, it flows through steep, jagged canyons where the rapids are tightly – packed and provides some of the most challenging rapids in the world. Either a bus ride to far western Nepal or a flight to Nepalgunj can take you there. The river section takes about 7 days to navigate, even as you explore canyons and waterfalls. For those craving an adrenaline rush, this river is a must.

Sun Koshi (grade 4-5) :
This is the longest river trip (270 km) offered in Nepal, requiring eight –ten days to complete and is a big and challenging river. You begin at Dolalghat just three hours out of Kathmandu and end in Chatara, down the Gangetic Plain of north considered one of the world’s top 10 classic river journeys.

Upper Sun Koshi (grade 1-2) :
Begins at Khadichour and ends in Dolalghat. The river is lined with clean sandy beaches, which make for great picnic or camping spots. The trip offers a great family getaway, far from the madding crowd.

Marshyangdi (grade 5-5+) :
The ranging Marshyangdi is four days of continuous white water. Begins from the village of Ngadi, up from Besisahar. As the rapids are unrelenting, it is advised that you should consult companies with lots of experience on under their belt. For people looking for a five – six days trip with raging rapids, the Marshyangdi is definitely where it is.

Other rivers :
The Bheri in western Nepal can be combined with a visit to the Royal Bardia National Park. The Arun from Tumlingtar is another option.


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