Marshyangdi River Rafting - 7 Days

Trip Cost
US$ 665 (Per Person)

Trip Details

Destination: Nepal
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 7 Days
Trip Style: Rafting
Accomodation: Lodge + Camping
Transportation: Private Vehicle / Bus
Age requirement: 16-75

Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek

Overview
Detail Itinerary

Commonly called ‘The Raging River,’ the persistent and powerful rapids and drops make Marshyangdi River Rafting the most difficult rafting route in Nepal. Rapids falling on Class IV and V category make for some of the best rafting and kayaking in the world. Truly, Marshyangdi River Rafting is a recently opened, next generation rafting in Nepal which takes you through the hair rising experience of passing through steep downfalls, several rapids, turbulences and sharp bends that open up to fresh vistas of some of the world’s highest mountains. Setting on the adrenaline adventure in Marshyangdi River allows finest views of Manaslu and Annapurna Mountains.

Marshyangdi River, the tributary of Trishuli initiates from a confluence of two mountain rivers (Kharsang Khola and Jharsang Khola), continues to the Trishuli River at Mugling. Marshyangdi River Rafting package starts with a scenic drive to Besi Sahar before moving further to Khudi. We will take a short trek Ngadi which acts as the put-in point for Marshyangdi River Rafting. This journey blends scenic mountain viewing at the backdrop with the action packed rafting through the holes and rapids till it hits the end point at Bimal Nagar where we drive back to Kathmandu and thus concluding the 7 day package.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02:Drive to Besi Sahar, Move to Khudi
Day 03:Trek to Ngadi, Raft to Khudi
Day 04:Raft from Khudi to Besi Sahar
Day 05:Raft to Bhote Wodar via Phaliya Sanghu
Day 06:Raft to point near Bimal Nagar, Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 07:Departure

What's Includes:

All airport transfers
All meals during the rafting excursion
2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu (bed and breakfast basis)
Rafting permit
Guided rafting excursion
All necessary equipment for rafting
Transportation from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar and from Bimal Nagar to Kathmandu
Kitchen equipment
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Tent, sleeping bag, and all other camping equipment

What's Excludes:

International/domestic airfare
Nepal visa
Alcohol, snacks, other things not listed in 'cost include' section
Tips for guide, driver, and other staff
Extra accommodation and meals outside of itinerary
Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Emergency evacuation, things of personal use, client insurance.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01Arrival in KathmanduUpon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, the Adventure Himalayan representatives will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed in short about your excursion by our guide or tour leader. If you have any questions or doubts about your trip then they should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02Drive to Besi Sahar, Move to KhudiA picturesque drive of about 8hrs takes us to Besi Sahar. Alittle further from Besi Sahar is Khudi where we will set our camp for the night under the marvelous glow of the stars. Overnight in tented camp.
Day 03Trek to Ngadi, Raft to KhudiTwo hours of trekking will lead us to Ngadi which marks the embarking point for Marshyangdi River Rafting. Floating back to Khudi offers spectacular views of Manaslu Mountain, while we face rapids that go by the names of Instant Karma, Twinkle, Adrenaline and Mama’s Big Butt near Bhulbhule. Overnight in tented camp.
Day 04Raft from Khudi to Besi SaharToday, we will float all the way down to Besi Sahar, sailing on the crystal blue water with views of trees clinging to the canyon walls, and mountains suspended high above the forested ridge. Overnight in Besi Sahar.
Day 05Raft to Bhote Wodar via Phaliya SanghuAn early morning raft ride of about 3hours leads us to the recently built dam at Phaliya Sanghu where whole river is squeezed between vertical walls that rise 200ft to a suspension bridge. Leaving Phaliya Sanghu behind, we sail forward to Bhote Wodar where we call it a day, taking in the scenic mountain views. Overnight in tented camp.
Day 06Raft to point near Bimal Nagar, Drive back to KathmanduThis day marks the end of Marshyangdi River Rafting as we pass through high walled gorge with birds and vegetation to Bimal Nagar, the end point of Marshyangdi River Rafting. We will take a drive back to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner and overnight in hotel.
Day 07DepartureWe will transport you to the airport. Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels and Treks. We look forward to seeing you again!