Sun Kosi River rafting

River wear:

• A pair of Chacos / Keens or similar sandals. (Sandals with a closed toe are ideal)
• 2 pairs of river shorts (longer leg length) shorts can be purchased from our online Water Shop.
• 2 Swimming costume or bikinis for ladies.
• Long sleeved thermal top and bottoms to wear under your floatation device. Capilene, Polypropylene or Merino wool is best. (not cotton)
• A rash vest (not cotton) as an alternative to the thermal layer.
• A baseball cap for under the helmet to keep sun off – can be purchased from our online Water Shop.
• Sunglasses.
• Chums for fastening your sunglasses to your head – can be purchased on line or from your river crew.
• 1 Litre Nalgene / Sigg or similar water bottle.
• Carabiner for fastening water bottle to your boat.
• Waterproof camera such as GoPro for the ‘action’ shots
• Waterproof sunscreen and lip balm SPF30 minimum.

Around Camp:

• 2 Lightweight long trousers, zip off legs are ideal.
• 2 Lightweight tops – long sleeved shirts or t shirts.
• T-shirt and shorts.
• 2 Fleece jumper s/ sweatshirts.
• Light weight down jacket.
• Rain jacket.
• Sarong. (Great for covering up when visiting temples)
• Wide brimmed sun hat.
• Underwear.
• A 4-season sleeping bag. (Can be hired in advance)
• Travel Pillow.
• Flip flops or shoes for wearing around camp.
• Thermal top and bottoms. (Good to sleep in)

You do not need to bring tents + sleeping mats.

We provide personal flotation jackets, spray jackets and helmets.

 Personal items:

• Glasses or Contact lenses. Disposable lenses are ideal.
• Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap and shampoo.
• Forget the cosmetics and hair dryer! But we do suggest moisturizer.
• Hand wipes and a small bottle of hand sanitiser.
• Small pack towel.
• Headlamp or head torch with spare batteries.
• Any medication you may be taking and your anti malarial tablets if required.
• Blister plasters.

Optional:

• Your favourite book/kindle or a journal for recording your river memories.
• Sketchpad.
• Binoculars.
• Photographic or video equipment. We recommend a cleaning kit as sand gets everywhere.
• Spare memory card.
• Solar or portable charger.
• Zip lock bags to keep valuables dry and sand free.
• Rehydration tablets (Phizz, Nuun and O.R.S are easily available)
• The only money that you need to bring is for meals in town, souvenirs, DVD, personal items, gratuities and the beer kitty for the raft trip if you drink.

You will need to bring 2 passport pictures with you for your entry into Nepal if you don’t already have a visa.