Kali Gandaki River Rafting

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Embark on an exhilarating rafting adventure on the Kali Gandaki River, where breathtaking scenery adds to the thrill of the experience. Originating from the Mustang region, the Kali Gandaki rushes between the towering Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges, carving out one of the deepest gorges in the world. During the 5-day rafting expedition, both seasoned rafters and beginners are captivated by the challenge of navigating the river's tumultuous rapids. As you journey downstream, you'll be enchanted by the picturesque villages dotting the distant landscapes and the awe-inspiring vistas of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, enhancing the allure of your adventure. Following your exhilarating white water rafting experience on the Kali Gandaki River, you have a variety of options to further explore Nepal's natural wonders. Whether you choose to return to Kathmandu, venture into the wilderness of Chitwan National Park, or embark on a trekking expedition in the renowned Annapurna region, your journey promises unforgettable experiences and memories to cherish.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara. — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel After early morning breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the tourist bus station. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. The drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warm glimpse of Pokhara Valley and its beauty. If you choose to fly, you can reach Pokhara in 25 minutes. There are several flights from morning to afternoon available from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourist's paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and many other mountain peaks. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day 2: Drive to Kushma (rafting starting point). — Food BLD Accomodation camp After morning breakfast, you will drive for about 3 hrs to reach Kushma (rafting starting point). This is a scenic drive that one can easily admire. You will receive a full briefing on the safety measures as soon as you reach the rafting site. Your today’s rafting starts with III Rapids then after 10 to 15 minutes you will be encountering 2 big Rapids of 4th grade. To scout these rapids, the safety kayaks will go first then the raft. Soon after encountering these two big rapids you will reach the Modi Khola confluence where you will choose the beach for the evening campsite. Stay overnight at camp. Day Day 3: Today is an exciting rafting day as you will tackle many rapids of III and IV grades collectively named — Food BLD Accomodation camp Today is an exciting rafting day as you will tackle many rapids of III and IV grades collectively named "Refund". This section of river is abundant with vines, wildlife and lush vegetation hanging from the cliff faces. Stay overnight at camp below the village of Purti Ghat. Day Day 4: Seti Beni to Pokhara — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel Today you will continue your rafting to holy village of Seti Beni. Then, you will drive back to Pokhara. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day 5: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel After breakfast early morning, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE