Sunkoshi River Rafting
Rafting in Sunkoshi takes 7-9 days and believe us every day is different.
Rafting in Sunkoshi awards you the peculiar experience as you will be rafting for whopping 235km, i.e., longest river trip in Nepal. Sunkoshi River Rafting is rated among top ten river expedition in the world by National Geography. The majestic river rafting experience rendered by Sunkoshi River is accompanied by scenic view of Himalayan Mountains, lush forests, and varied temples. The snow melting from Mt. Langtang and Mt. Phubichyachu of Tiber border is what forms Sunkoshi River.
Rafting experience starts neat the Tibetan border all the way to Ganges River of India. Rafting in Sunkoshi offers big volume white water rafting. The exciting class III to Class V rapids surely allures all the rafting and Kayaking enthusiast from the world. Moreover, the presence of relaxing canyons, waterfalls , temples, bat caves, and of course admirable white sandy beaches set for camping renders enriching rafting experience like no before.
villages, temple, then Sunkoshi is waiting. This rafting combines endearing scenery and exciting Long River experience. The panoramic view of mountains front dropped by villages full of exciting culture and tradition is not something you see every day. In the initial days of rafting, you will be encountering fairly relaxed course III rapids but as day advances, class IV and V rapids will be welcoming you. The obstacles namely Rhino Rock, Jungle Corridor, Jaws are just few to name so that you can have the tip of iceberg. The rafting moment in Sunkoshi is unpredictable as one moment you will be paddling through silent and Calm River and next thing you know is you are in challenging, turbulent and exciting rapids.
This “river of gold” Sunkoshi rafting starts from Dolalghat which is just 2 hour drive from capital Kathmandu. Recently Dumja has been identified as new put in point for Sunkoshi Rafting. As the journey starts, you will rafting through Tarang Gaon, Dumja, Khurkot, Likhi Khola, Harkapur Gaon, Rai Ghat, bander Ghat. Bonjur Ghat and finally to Barachhatra. The final day of rafting brings you to open plain and admirable village of Chatara. Upon reaching Barachhhatra, we will drive you to Chatara and then to Kathmandu.
Upon reaching put-in-point, you will be briefed about dos and don’ts of rafting. You will be introduced with fellow rafters, guide and team.
What you provide
We provide self-bailing rafts, wetsuits, helmets, plastic paddles, wet suits, life jackets and first aid kit. We concern your safety. So, we have well trained staffs and rafters capable of CPR, first aid and complicated river rescue. The healthy food and comfortable night sleep is guaranteed under the Bhotekoshi rafting of Aarya Tara Travels and Tours.
What to Bring
- T-shirt, swim wear for on the river, warm clothing for the evenings, 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 if you do fishing.
Please inform us about:
- Medical condition of yours if any
- If you are non-swimmer or you feel uncomfortable in the running water
