Nepal as a holiday destination is plain fantastic. A kingdom steeped in history and dominated by the majestic Himalayas, it enthrals all who enter. One of the best ways to explore and discover this remarkable land is to get away from the towns and roads and embark on a trekking and rafting adventure – the snows of Kachenjunga feed this less known, but very spectacular tributary of the Sun Kosi, the Tamur River which offers amazing mountain views with an exhilarating river journey! The trek is one of the most spectacular in Nepal, with outstanding views of Kachenjunga, Makalu and Everest. Our amazing team of seventy porters who help carry all our gear into the river is truly a sight to behold. This is an expedition with it all! Other trips similar to this you may be interested in, are our Karnali Adventure or Sun Kosi Whitewater Rafting Trip.
Arrive Kathmandu, and time to explore this great city!
Not included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
We’ll have breakfast at our hotel before a short scenic flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar. After a filling lunch we drive to the bustling market town of Hile and relax there for the night.
Included: Lunch and dinner
Awake to the typical street sounds of a Nepalese market town and enjoy breakfast and then drive to Basantapur. Watch in awe as Nepalese porters clad in flip flops carry 80kg rafts as we begin a spectacular journey to the river through Rhododendron Forests.
Included: All meals
After a hearty Breakfast each morning, our trek takes us over a 10,000ft pass above the sacred lake at Gopa Pokhara rewarding us with stunning views of Kachengunga, Makalu and the majestic Mount Everest. We descend through terraced rice paddies and mountain villages which lead us to the river.
Included: All meals
After a comprehensive safety talk we put on the river and take on some of the most challenging whitewater in Nepal. This river is a whitewater delight with one rapid leading into the next. At camp that evening, enjoy chilling out with your sundowners, as stories are told (and exaggerated) of the day’s rafting.
Included: All meals
Steep canyon walls enclose the river and the rapids are powerful and continuous, many of which are unnamed, perhaps your chance for some fame. As the river opens up we pass by small fishing villages and watch wild monkeys on the river banks. Overnight camp on a beautiful white sandy beach.
Included: All meals
Layover day, and a chance to do exactly what you want. Whether you choose to relax and read or join in on a spot of volleyball or swim, the choice is yours. And what a spectacular setting for it.
Included: All meals
A relaxing day punctuated by some fun whitewater.
Included: All meals
Some phenomenal whitewater action today as towering waves leap skyward, with seemingly endless rapids surging through steep canyon walls, to finally cascade into the Sun Kosi.
Included: All meals
An early rise today with a floating breakfast as we watch the sun rise over the hills. We leave the river at Chatara and fly back to Kathmandu. After settling in to your hotel you will enjoy an evening meal with all your fellow travelers in one of the citiy’s many restaurants.
Included: Breakfast and Lunch
After a leisurely breakfast we take you back to the airport for your flight home.
Included: No meals
Dates | Duration | |||
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Sunday 23 October 2022 - Thursday 3 November 2022 | 12 days | £2995 | €3395 | $4195 |
Sunday 29 October 2023 - Thursday 9 October 2023 | 12 day | £3295 | €3895 | $4495 |
We are always happy to advise on flights. Please call our UK or US office for advice. Why not use your frequent flyer miles for your adventure, if you have them? Many airlines offer flights to Kathmandu (airport code KTM). For UK customers, try Qatar Airways or search skyscanner.net for your best flight options. For U.S. customers, try Exito Travel for a competitive quote. Please ensure you DO NOT book your flights until your trip is CONFIRMED to run, by our office.
We have price and departure information about the following trips in Nepal (river prices only – flights not included). The dossier for this trip includes more information regarding the extension to Bardia National Park which is located near the take out point of this trip. This can be booked during the online checkout.
In order to secure your place pay your deposit of £600 per person (USD $700 for U.S. customers).
Please note that prices shown in GBP & USD are payable. UK residents should pay in GBP and USA residents should pay in USD. See our Terms & Conditions for full payment terms.
We find most of our clients have in their posession already what is needed for a river rafting journey. We have broken down here the items into what you’ll need on the river and in camp. We also suggest you take a quick look at the video on How To Pack A Dry Bag. An equipment list of what you will require for your adventure will be sent to you prior to your departure along with a Water By Nature Travel Bag. This will be very useful for putting your drybag into for the flight to Biratnagar.
Download equipment fileMy trip to Nepal with Water By Nature was absolutely fantastic, I loved it so much I’m going again this year! Great crew, very professional – and experts with a throw bag when I took an unexpected swim from the raft! Awesome time had by all.