Nepal's rivers are among the finest white-water rafting destinations in Asia. Originating in the high Himalayan snowfields and glaciers, they descend through spectacular gorges, forested hills and rural farmland before reaching the Terai plains – a dramatic altitudinal journey that creates river conditions ranging from gentle floats suitable for families to extreme grade V rapids for experienced kayakers and rafters. We organise white-water rafting on all of Nepal's major raftable rivers, from day trips and weekend adventures to 10-day wilderness expeditions.
Trishuli River: Nepal's most popular rafting river. Grade III-IV rapids, 2 hours from Kathmandu, daily departures. The standard Nepal rafting day trip – accessible, enjoyable and the most consistent white-water experience near the capital. Multi-day options with riverside camping also available. Seti River (Pokhara): A gentler float through dramatic limestone gorge scenery near Pokhara. Grade II-III, suitable for beginners, families and those who want the experience without the intensity of higher-grade rapids. Half-day and full-day options. Bhote Koshi River: Nepal's most intense accessible rafting. Grade IV-V rapids 3 hours from Kathmandu near the Tibet border. Not suitable for first-timers. The best introductory option for experienced rafters wanting Nepal's most dramatic day-trip white water. Karnali River: Nepal's finest multi-day rafting expedition. Grade IV-V rapids through pristine western Nepal wilderness over 10 days. Remote, demanding and extraordinary. Sun Kosi River: A 10-day expedition from Dolalghat to the Indian border through spectacular eastern Nepal scenery. One of the world's great multi-day rafting journeys.
A remote river in Far West Nepal, rafting on the Bheri is perfect for those seeking an authentic, quiet and real escape. view trip
Bhote Kosi white water rafting trip is regarded as one of the best short white water rafting trips in the world. It is short but intense and thrilling rafting trip. view trip
Wind your way across the huge gorges of the Annapurna ranges, making your way through remote canyons and intense rapids of the Kali Gandaki River. view trip
Karnali River offers the ultimate rafting experience in Nepal, this remote river is for those seeking the best of wilderness rafting. view trip
Rising from the slopes of Machapuchare Mountain in the Annapurna region, Seti River rafting boasts superb forest scenery and gentle rapids. view trip
Originating in the heart of the Tibetan Plateau, Sun Kosi is one of the longest and most exciting rafting trips in Nepal. view trip
With a gentle river flow dispersed with pockets of rapids, the Trishuli River is one of the most popular destinations for first time rafters. view trip
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