Kaligandaki Rafting

The Kali Gandaki  river just 3hrs short drive from Pokhara, named after the goddess Kali (Hindu god), rises in Mustang, an enclave of Nepal on the Northern side of the Himalayas. As it tumbles down between the Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna region, it creates the world's deepest river gorge. Once an ancient trading route through to Tibet, it is now a popular trekking route.

From Baglung (Kusma), the river flows 70km through a wilderness area with few villages and people to our take -out at Andhi Khola (before the electricity dam). Turbulent rapids intertwine with abrupt drops as we dodge our way down intricate chutes of sparking water, village terraces cling precariously to the slopes. Surreal snow capped peaks hang suspended above us as we drift through somber canyons whose black walls glisten in the shadows. Rafting in Kali Gandaki, both experienced and first time Rafter will enjoy the abundant thrilling rapids whether on a raft or the popular option of Inflatable Kayaks.

Class- Grade: 4 IV

 

Itinerary:

Day 1:  Morning by land transport to Pokhara/ Overnight in Pokhara Hotel.
Day 2-3: Rafting in Kaligandaki River/ Camping at River bank.
Day 4: Short rafting until lunch and drive to Pokhara/ Overnight in Pokhara Hotel.
Day 5:  Drive/fly back to Kathmandu or visit Chitwan National Park or Annapurna trekking.
 
Note: The raft can be operated with combine trip of trekking in Annapurna Region. Please let us know if you want to include trek also.
 
Cost Include:
- Ground Transportation (From and After)
- Hotel accommodation at Pokhara
- Meals, Western and continental food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during
  your rafting trip
- River Permit
- Necessary equipment as high quality self-bailing rafts, life jackets,
  helmets, plastic paddles, wetsuits   (only during the winter) on certain
  rivers, dry bag for gear, camera barrels and all safety and  medical  
  equipment
- Safety Kayak
- Necessary Staffs (Guide, Helpers, Cook etc)
- Tented accommodation in beautiful river beach with camp fire
- Food, accommodation, insurance for all staff and their transportation
- Expedition elements include professional guides and leadership
- First aid kid box
- Company T-Shirt

Cost not Include:
- Mineral water, cold drinks and alcoholic beverages during the whole trip
- Hotel accommodations & meals at if you stay anywhere at the hotel
  during whole trip
- Emergency evacuation
- International airport pick up drop (if you order we can arrange)
- Things of personal use
- Member insurance
- Airfare (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu)
- Tips to Staffs
- Sleeping bag (rent available @ NRS.50 per night)

What to bring?
- T-shir
- Swim wear for on the river
- Warm clothing for the evenings including a fleece or a pullover
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Sunglasses (with retaining device) and/or a cap
- Towel and Toiletries (environmentally friendly is best)
- Personal medication
- Flashlight
- Footwear
- Reading book
- Fishing hook (you can fishing in the Himalayan River)

Highlights

Fact About this trip:

2 Nights under tent on sandy beach
2 nights in Pokhara

Highlights on this tour:
Probably the best whitewater of class IV, picturesque kaligandaki River valley, superb Mountain View, wonderful virgin beaches, excellent water fall, lots of wild life, explore of village and temple

Season:
March till May & October till November

River Class:
IV 

Group size:
From single person

Trip cost:
On request

Departure date:
Any day during season

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