Whitewater Rafting Sun Kosi, Nepal Essential InfoDiscover why whitewater rafting the sun kosi is one of the best rivers in the world... prepare to get very wet! Even the biggest sized rafts vanish into the huge crashing waves and rolling, raging water. When the monsoon is over the water is high and wild, definitely not for chickens, and perfect for extreme sports gap year addicts.
Where the Himalayas narrow gorges squeeze the river's flow, the whitewater rapids become long and powerful and provide days of extreme whitewater rafting excitement. The water in the Sun Kosi is surprisingly warm and winds through an amazingly scenic landscape for 270 km to the east of Nepal. Unlike the lower sections of large volume rivers that are usually pretty flat, the Sun Kosi saves some of its biggest and best rapids at the end of the trip giveing you much to look forward to every adrenaline pumping moment.
If you time the expedition right, you will experience an incredible combination of white water, landscapes, indigenous villages, and amazing evenings sat on huge sandy beaches reminiscing over the adventures of the day while the steaks sizzle on the fire and the stars shine bright above.
No wonder whitewater rafting enthusiasts consider this to be one of the world's best river journeys.
Accommodation
All Accommodation is included on a shared camping basis. The best camp locations are chosen on route and will provide an amazing view of a million starts as your dry out round the campfire, discussing the days action.
Getting There
The programme begins in Kathmandu and includes all transfers. If you would like assistance with your flights, we can assist with sourcing the best value flight options, just indicate on your booking form.
When To Go
The best times to visit nepal are during the spring and autumn months.Spring (between March � May): A pleasant time of year in Nepal.Autumn (between September � November): This is the best time to visit Nepal with the summer (summer is also monsoon) gone by and the winter not yet set in.
Why Xtreme Gap?
If you thinking of waiting to book until you get out to the country you planning on travelling to think again. This is why you should book with us.Booking with Xtreme Gap ensures you will do it!
Price and Dates
Please contact us for a break down of dates and prices.
Included
- As much water as you can drink
- All equipment
- Safety crew
- Camping equipment
- Food
- Transfer back to Kathmandu
Excluded
- International flight & departure tax
- Travel insurance
- Visas
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Itinerary
Day 1 Early morning drive to Balephi (65 Km), Start rafting from Balephi & Raft up to Dolalghat
Early in the morning we drive the 65 km route for 3 hours to get to Balephi, our raft put in point. After arriving at Balephi, lunch is served. Prior to rafting you are thoroughly briefed and fitted with safety equipment. Once we have the appropriate gear we will begin the ultimate rafting journey piloted by expert river guide. On reaching Dolalghat, stunningn views of terraced fields and traditional Nepali houses perched on the hillsides and slopes ome into view.
Day 2 Pucharghat
We continue rafting against strong rapids. This exhilarating river ride rips through class IV -No exit and Meatgrinder rapids towards Pucharghat, it becomes much easier to control the fast-paced whitewater run. Pristine Tamang villages zoom into view. Eventually, after hours ofbatleing the foam and spray we camp at Pucharghat.
Day 3 Dhani Ghat
As the rafting trip advances further, we get more familiarized with the topology of Sun Kosi river. Naturally more exhilarating scenic rapids follow, as well as breathtaking scenery finally, we camp at Dhani Ghat.
Day 4 Harkapur
The river trip meets a series of whitewater rapids with various intensities at regular intervals. Rafting towards Harkapur, we struggle against class III rapids. The trip gets more challenging and adrenaline pumping as torrential rapids merge into class V rapids! Expertise of river guide coupled with extreme precautions and safety measures play key roles at this point. After fun-filled adventurous rafting trip, we camp at Harkapur. After today you will have some serious stories to tell your grand children!
Day 5 Raighat
Rafting past Harkapur we encounter IV class rapids as we enter the confluence of the Dudhkoshi River. Amidst the exotic eco-system and natural vistas, the river widens below the Dudhkoshi and flows through a broad valley after mellowing down. In comparison to Sun Kosi, Dudhkoshi is much colder. After having maneuvered through awesome rapids like Rapid Punch, Judy, High anxiety, Motorcycle, Harkapur 1, Harkapur 2 and Harkapur 3, we eventually reach Raighat where we set a camp.
Day 6 Rest day
We set aside this day for complete mental and physical rest. Believe us you will need it! After proper rest, we can explore the areas around the campsite. A stunning view of Mt. Everest is just one of the visual treats on offer.
Day 7 Raswaghat
Fighting against moe rapids like Jaws and Dead Man�s Eddy, we raft past a suspension bridge. Exotic wilderness landscapes continue all through this nail biting river trip. We conclude the trip of the day by lastly camping at Raswaghat.
Day 8 Riverghat
Making our way through wild verdant vegetation, rock-strewn cliff and house-sized boulders, we will bounce and splash against the untamed river. Further ahead, we encounter continuous whitewater with rapids like Rhino Rocks and Jungle Corridor. As we near Riverghat, we look out for a suitable campsite.
Day 9 Ranitar
Enjoying the stunning scenery, we will go whitewater rafting through narrow canyons and furious rapids like Chamereghat and Darsandhungat. After arriving at Ranitar, we put a halt to the trip for the day and camp at yet another fantastic location.
Day 10: Chatara, Pick up and Drive to Biratnagar
Today we paddle along the Big dipper. Soon after, we will discover enchanting waterfalls and majestic canyons as we enter Tribeni Ghat, the confluence of river Arun, Tamur and beginning of the Sapta Kosi river. The Whitewater rafting trip ends after arriving at Chatara. There is a Barahi temple lying in the vicinity of Chatara. Afterwards we drive ack to Biratnagar.
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