SUN KOSHI RIVER RAFTING

One of the top ten best rivers in the world - 10 days

Sun Kosi River is an ideal destination for pursuing a classic white water rafting trip in
Nepal. Also popularly known as “Golden River", Sun Kosi is the longest river cascading
270 km through Mahabharat Lekh Mountains to the Himalaya. Journeying through this
torrential river on an inflatable rubber boat with life-jackets on, we have nature
accompany us all along the river trip bestowing ample opportunity to witness exotic
wildlife in its natural habitat. Besides this sheer awe-inspiring whitewater rafting against
roaring rapids from put-in point below the Village of Lamosangu to the put-out point at
Chatara, we can have cultural encounters as we approach pristine hamlets on terraced
hillsides. En route, we may sightsee exotic animals like Languor monkeys, spotted deer,
otter anteater etc and many unique bird species. Several Hindu temples come on the
way which very well worth a visit. We conclude the trip with a flight from Biratnagar to
Kathmandu.

TRIP FACTS

Trip length: 10 Days

Grade: Class III - IV+
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Biratnagar

OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Early morning drive to Balephi (65 Km), Start rafting from Balephi, Raft up to
Dolalghat
Day 02 - Pucharghat
Day 03 - Dhani Ghat
Day 04 - Harkapur
Day 05 - Raighat
Day 06 - Rest day to Explore around (nice spot for viewing Mt. Everest)
Day 07 - Raswaghat
Day 08 - Riverghat
Day 09 - Ranitar
Day 10 - Chatara & Pick up and Drive to Biratnagar

DATES
Available for Private Groups

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 Early morning drive to Balephi (65 Km), Start rafting from Balephi & Raft up to
Dolalghat
Early in the morning we drive through 65 km route for 3 hours to get to Balephi, our raft
put in point. After arriving at Balephi, lunch is served. Prior to rafting all the concerned
details are thoroughly briefed out and then equipped with appropriate gear we venture
into rafting journey piloted by expert river guide. Paddling along the rhythm of roaring
river amid the picturesque landscape, exquisite wilderness and panorama of majestic
hills, we head towards Dolalghat. On reaching Dolalghat, we witness terraced fields and
traditional Nepali houses perched on the hillsides and slopes. This glorious adventure
concludes for the day with camping at a superb site in Dolalghat.

Day 2 Pucharghat
We continue rafting against thrashing rapids. By the time this exhilarating river ride
meanders against class IV ‘No exit’ and ‘Meatgrinder’ rapids towards Pucharghat, it
becomes much easier to control the fast-paced whitewater run. Pristine Tamang
villages zoom out into picture. Eventually, after hours of succumbing to unparalled
rafting challenges we camp at Pucharghat.

Day 3 Dhani Ghat

As the rafting trip advances further, we get more familiarized with the topology of Sun
Kosi river. Besides rendezvous with exhilarating scenic rapids, breathtaking scenery
and ethno-cultural heritages are the other attractive prospects that make our journey so
very enriching, memorable and satisfying. We also enter the confluence of the Likhu
Khola. Finally, we camp at Dhani Ghat.

Day 4 Harkapur
The river trip meets a series of whitewater rapids with various intensities at regular
intervals. We encounter amazing boulder-strewn whitewater bonanza! On rafting
towards Harkapur, we struggle against class III rapids. The trip gets more challenging
and threatening as torrential rapids transforms into V class rapids. Expertise of river
guide coupled with extreme precaution and safety measures play key roles at this point.
After fun-filled adventurous rafting trip, we camp at Harkapur.

Day 5 Raighat
Rafting past Harkapur has us encounter with IV class rapids as we enter the confluence
of the Dudhkoshi River. Amidst the exotic eco-system and natural vistas, the river
widens below the Dudhkoshi and flow through a broad valley after mellowing down. In
comparison to Sun Kosi, Dudhkoshi is much colder. After having maneuvered through
awesome rapids like Rapid Punch, Juddy, High anxiety, Motorcycle, Harkapur 1,
Harkapur 2 and Harkapur 3, we eventually reach Raighat where we set a camp.

Day 6 Rest day

We set aside this day for complete mental and physical rest. After proper rest, we can
explore the areas around the campsite. We can even have beauty of nature evidenced
in our picturesque snapshots. Viewing the most blissful sight of mesmerizing Mt.
Everest is another visual treat sprawled before us.

Day 7 Raswaghat
Fighting against rapids like Jaws and Dead Man’s Eddy, we raft past a suspension
bridge and a huge eddy. Our heart palpitates with adventure spirit as we paddle ahead
for more challenging whitewater rafting. Exotic wilderness and nature remain our
witnesses all through this thrilling river trip. Our river guide provides us informative
tidbits from time and again. We conclude the trip of the day by lastly camping at
Raswaghat.

Day 8 Riverghat
Making our way through wild verdant vegetation, rock-strewn cliff and house-sized
boulders, we bounce and splash against the untamed river. Further ahead, we
encounter continuous white water with rapids like Rhino Rocks and Jungle Corridor. We
will be treated with awesome view of exotic wilderness, pristine hamlets and
picturesque landscape. As we near Riverghat, we look out for a suitable campsite.

Day 9 Ranitar
As the untamed river cuts against the rocky banks, crash into rocks and crevices
breaking into foaming white water rapids, we position the raft securely abiding the
instructions of our river guide. Enjoying the stunning scenery, we white water raft
through narrow canyons and furious rapids like Chamereghat and Darsandhungat. After
arriving at Ranitar, we put a halt to the trip for the day and camp at a fantastic location.

Day 10 Chatara, Pick up and Drive to Biratnagar

Departing from Ranitar, we paddle along imperial rapid, Big dipper. Soon after
discovering enchanting waterfalls and paradisiacal side canyons, we enter Tribeni Ghat,
the confluence of river Arun, Tamur and beginning of the Sapta Kosi river. Holding onto
the cherishing memories of the trip, we bid farewell to our rafting journey after arriving at
Chatara. There is a Barahi temple lying in the vicinity of Chatara. We can visit this
temple to pay our homage to lord Vishnu. Thereafter, we drive to Biratnagar.

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