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Kali Gandaki River Rafting

Kali Gandaki River Rafting

Kali Gandaki River RaftingThe Kali begins its journey high on the Tibetan plateau in the kingdom of Mustang. Plunging its way down through the Himalayas, the river carves the deepest gorge in the world between the two 8000m peaks Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. The Kali Gandaki was first opened to commercial use in 1991. The journey descends through challenging white water, unique cultures and amazing beaches.

When not negotiating rapids, time on the river can be spent under cascading waterfalls and enjoying the backdrop of the Annapurna ranges. Both experienced and novice rafters will love it. Being one of the holiest rivers in Nepal, every river junction on the Kali Gandaki is dotted with cremation sites and above ground burial mounds. As the trip begins and ends in Pokhara you need to get there one day before the trip. There are few options depending on your budget and time schedule. All of them are relatively easy to arrange and if you want your tour operator can assist you.

Grade for Autumn : Sep � Dec 3 to 4+
Grade for Spring : Feb � May 3 to 4
Operation : Autumn & Spring
Fixed Departure : Kaligandaki River rafting Fixed departure Date
Rafting days : 3 + 2 days
Starting From : 30 - minute flight or a 6-hour drive to Pokhara
Put-in point : Nayapul (70 km. / 4 hours drive from Pokhara)
Put-out point : Mirme (105 km. / 5 hours drive back to Pokhara)
River distance : 55 km.
Optional trips : to Drive 138 km. to Royal Chitwan National Park or trekking to Annapurna region or drive or fly back to Kathmandu
Minimum pax  :   Minimum 6 persons

Kali Gandaki River Rafting Itinerary:

Day 01 : Kathmandu to Pokhara
Today we drive by tourist bus to Pokhara it takes about 7 hours to get Pokhara and overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 02 : At around 7/8 am, we drive for around 3-4 hrs to the put-in point near Beni. Throughout this drive we have stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks as well as the sacred Machapuchare. Upon arrival, we unload all the equipment and you will receive a full safety briefing. Have lunch and then the guide will take you to the river starting point ready to begin your exciting 3 days raft trip. First day we begin with some class III rapids this is a warm up for the team, after 10/15 minutes you will be encountering 2 big class 4 rapids i.e. Small Brother and Big Brother. Your guide will be making you work hard at doing exercises to work as a team maneuvering the raft efficiently. After scouting the rapid, the safety kayaks will go first then the raft. Soon after encountering these two big rapids we will reach the Modi Khola confluence where we will choose the beach for the evening campsite. We unload the rafts and one raft team prepares dinner and rum punch whilst the others play or relax and take in the scenery.
Day 03 : Once the rafts are packed we start down the river for a day mixed with adrenaline calm and spectacular scenery including views of Annapurna 1 and Himachuli. We will tackle many class III sections and the challenging class IV named REFUND. This section of river is abundant with vines, wildlife and lush vegetation hanging from the cliff faces. Our campsite is below the village of Purti Ghat.
Day 04 : Soon after being back on the water we reach the holy village of Seti Beni. The river has deposited a house size boulder in the confluence with a smaller tributary. Since confluence is considered holy places in the Hindu religion, this boulder has become an important shrine to the local river people. There is usually a great audience to watch and listen to the spectacle as each team negotiates the rapid that has formed around this holy place. Not long after this it is time for the journey to end. Our bus will be waiting for us. We load up the gear and prepare for the bus journey back to Pokhara.
Day 05 : Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 06 :Fly back to your home destination. 

Cost in  Included

  •    Ground road Transportation
  •     Meals, Western and continental food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  •     Rafting Permit for  Sunkoshi River .
  •     Necessary equipment as high quality self-bailing rafts, lifejackets, helmets, plastic paddles, wetsuits   (only during the winter) on certain rivers, dry bag for gear, camera barrels and all safety   medical   equipment for Nepali Staff.
  •     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 for Nepali Staff.
  •     Expedition elements include professional guides and leadership.
  •     First aid kid box if required.

Cost not Included

  •    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.
  •     Things of personal use.
  •     Member  insurance.
  •    Tips for Nepali staff
  •    Transportation cost for other destination
  •    other expenses which is not mention above

 

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