Sunkoshi, river of gold has been rated as one of the top ten rafting trips in the world! It is also in the list of ?must do adventure while in Nepal. The river rises in Tibet, and flows eastwards in Nepal through the great valley between the Mahabharat Lekh (hills) and the Himalaya. It forms the watershed for most eastern Nepal and gathering strength from tributaries draining the highest mountains in the world it emerges onto the northern plains of India where it joins the Ganges. Our Sunkoshi River rafting journey takes us 270 km through some of Nepal’s most remote area giving you a unique wilderness experience. The first two days are relatively easy and allow time to train you as a team before the bigger rapids arrive. The rapids have acquired manes like Meat Grinder, High Anxiety, Jaws and Big dipper, from previous experiences on expeditions. Say no more! The calmer stretches between rapids give you time to take in the phenomenal views, swim (voluntarily) in warm water and camp on the pristine white sandy beach.
Day 01: Arrive in KathmanduToday is your arrival day. We welcome you upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to Hotel in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur. A city briefing concerning the necessary formalities on your tour and trek program ahead will follow. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby historic/countryside areas or resting. In the evening, traditional Nepali Welcome dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dance performances and music. Overnight Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Half day World Heritage sightseeing Half day sightseeing in Bhaktapur World Heritage site where your guide will accompany you on a tour of UNESCO enlisted temples and unique fusion shrines of Newari architecture, reflecting a rare blend of Hinduism and Buddhism. There is enough time to explore the city’s many places of interest with your guide or on your own or simply take a rest. Our Trek Leader/Guide will meet you in the afternoon for trek briefing and final trek preparation. Overnight Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Driverive to Dolalghat;rafting starting point and short rafting to camp in Tarang Gaon.
Day 04: Tarang Gaon to Dumja village rafting approx. 4 hoursThe gathered villagers shall cheer you as you drift away slowly gathering momentum, slowly leaving behind the Langtang ranges. Sunkoshi is considered as a Holy river by the Nepalese Hindus, the river flows into the Holy Ganges in India, soon we hit the very technical rapid called Khuei Bhai rapid, strewn with rooks and boulders, hence, considerable care is need. Camp for the night near the Mahadev temple, reputed to be the first Shiva temple in Nepal.
Day 05: 6 hoursDumja village to Khunkot rafting approx.WET AND WILD?immediately we are hitting the rapids passing enroute the fishing village of Kodaris? and the Chamera Bhir were you see hundreds of bats screaming and clinging to the walls of the cliffs, some good fun filled rapids takes up to Khunkot where we camp for the night.
Day 06: Khurkot to Likhu Khola rafting approx. 5 hoursHabitations dwindle, few poor Rai villages? enroute, exciting rapids in the afternoon with good photo prospects.
Day 07: Likhu Khola to Harkapur village rafting approx. 6 hoursToday, we pass through deep gorges punctuated with exciting rapids unfolding pleasant floats in the afternoon troops of Langur and Rhesus monkeys can be seen romping the riverbanks.
Day 08: Harkapur village to Rai Ghat rafting approx. 6 hoursToday is one of the most exciting and challenging days of the expedition encountering some very demanding rapids where you witness the skills of our guides, we pass through Bridge rapids and Krishna rapids stopping to carefully plan our strategy through the next rapids. Mr. Mangal Gurung was the first rafter to successfully take rafts in 1979 and he has the distinction of being the 1st Nepali to raft the Sunkoshi, it was a no mean success, hence, the rapid is named after him ?MANGAL RAPID?. Floating past the confluence of the Dudh Koshi, we hit the last rapid for the day,Roller Coaster? a hair rising rapid.
Day 09: Rai Ghat to Bander Ghat rafting approx. 6 hoursHold tight, the ride is not over yet?as past the point of Sap Su Khola is a rapid with the greatest drop Huge ?holes?, ?eddies? and churning ?stopper waves? demands team work and hard paddle
Day 10: Bander Ghat to Bonjur Ghat rafting aprox. 6 hoursWe take to the rapids again, busy all morning earnestly thanking for the lunch break, emerging from the Mardheku gorge the river spreads wide, less agitated after its confinement between steep cliffs and gorges.
Day 11: Bonjur Ghat to Barahchhatra rafting aprox. 6 hoursToday the whole stretch is a mixture of fun filled rapids and calm undulating floats, you are somewhat relived, yet sad that the trip is coming to an end, all good things ultimately does?
Day 12: Short rafting reaches out points Chataraafter lunch takes night bus to Kathmandu or drive to Biratnagar to take a flight back to Kathmandu. After a while we join the turbid waters of the Arun Koshi encountering our last rapids to the junction of the Tamur Koshi. The river changes its course from west -east to northeast through beautiful gorge floating to the wsshite temple of Barahchhatra set upon the east bank. This is a Hindu temple dedicated to 12 different Hindu Gods and Goddesses; we stop to pay a visit. Suddenly we break through the Mahabharat and Rapcha ranges and spreading before us is a completely flat horizon, slowly we drift to Chatara. After Chatara we drive to Koshi Tappu or Chitwan National Park for an excellent Safari or drive back to Kathmandu or drive to Biratnagar for your fly back to Kathmandu.
Day 13: Drive to Kathmanduand rest for full day. Farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 14: Departure kathmanduand transfer to the Kathmandu Airport for your international flight.
Cost Includes
- All the International Arrival and Departure Transfers
- Pre and Post rafting Deluxe Star Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu
- Half Day Guided Cultural Sightseeing
- Authentic Nepali Welcome Dinner
- All the accommodation and full board meals and hot beverages on the rafting
- Eco Conscious cosy Camping accommodation with crews, chef, toilet tent, shower tent, kitchen tents, dining, kitchen utensils.
- Everyday Riverside Barbeque
- Rafting Permit
- Our Extensive Knowledgeable Licensed Guides and porter services with porter gears
- Private Vehicle to from the rafting put in / end point
- Field Staff Insurances
- Extensive First Aid medical kit
- Quick Rescue supporting services in case of Emergency
- Extra snacks services
- Satellite phone/Communication services in case of Emergency
- Applicable government Taxes
- Kiwi Sherpa Team Management
Cost Excludes
- All the personal expenses like Alcoholic beverages, Bottled drinks while on Trek, Rafting and in Jungle Safari.
- Medical and Travel Insurances
- International Airfare and taxes
- Visa Fees
- Gratuities/Tips
- Emergency Rescue charges
