TAMUR RIVER RAFTING

11 Days

Tamur River Rafting is one of Nepal’s newest rivers open for rafting and kayaking commercially. It certainly lives up to its name, “The Jewel in the East”. This sparkling river hails its waters from the mighty Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world, which straddles Nepal’s border in the east. The river itself is accessed by trekking on one if the most beautiful trails in Nepal boasting views of Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga, simply breathtaking. Once you reach the river you are then treated to rapids, rapids and more rapids! In its 131 raft-able kilometer length, there are some 120 rapids, which sure as hell means you are going to be in for the ride of your life, with the non stop whitewater of this river.

The unspoiled and barely inhabited environments of this river make for an unforgettable trip. Probably the best combination trip in Nepal : magnificent white water, a beautiful unspoiled valley, combined with one of the most scenic treks in Nepal. This expedition is perfect for people wanting an adrenaline fueled adventure.

Overview

This is the perfect river more advanced kayakers as the river containing continuous class 4 rapids, class 4 + drops. The first day is the most intense with pretty much non stop Class 4/4+ rapids with little warm up before you start.

Highlights

  • he first day is the most intense with pretty much non stop Class 4/4+ rapids with little warm up before you start.
  • The river itself is accessed by trekking on one if the most beautiful trails in Nepal boasting views of Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga, simply breathtaking.

Itinerary

Day 1 :
DAY 1

Today the clients that opted to fly will catch the first flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar which takes 45 minutes (so much quicker than the 20 hour bus journey!). Biratnagar is one of the main towns in the far East of Nepal.

Day 2 :
DAY 2

Once you reach the airport, our gear bus will be waiting outside ready to drive to Dobhan. Here we will be greeted by a local family at their tea house which is where we will stay and have the evenings meal.

Day 3 :
DAY 3-4

The local people are a mix of castes and tribes and very interesting to get to know. Nepali’s are renowned for being the most friendly people on the planet, and during this trip you will discover why.

Day 4 :
DAY 5-10

If you choose the bus option, at around 1pm, the gear bus, staff and clients opting to travel by bus will depart. They will drive overnight to reach Biratnagar airport in the morning, to collect the clients who opted to fly (or if everyone is on the bus, they will continue direct to Dobhan). It is a very long drive, and quite uncomfortable, so if you have the budget, we do recommend that you fly instead. If however you are on the bus, be prepared for a long bumpy ride – it’s quite the adventure in itself!

Day 5 :
DAY 11

Includes/Excludes

Includes

  • All staff, including highly qualified & licensed Guides and professional Safety Kayakers all fluent in English and holding up to date First Aid.
  • All camping equipment including toilet tents, shelters, air matresses, sleeping bags, tarps, personal tents etc. No additional charge for sleeping bag hire.
  • All meals and water whilst on the river. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice will also be provided. Read our FAQ to see what tasty treats we will serve you.
  • Transportation to and from the river by bus. Optional flight to and from Kathmandu.
  • All equipment, including PFD’s, helmets, dry tops, throw bags, dry bags, pelican boxes, wetsuits, paddles, etc all at international standards and regularly checked.
  • If you are kayaking, the cost also includes kayak hire.
  • Porters.
  • River permits.
  • Gear Raft support.
  • Extensive medical kit.
  • Trip photos *make sure you bring a USB stick along with you.

Excludes

  • Unrelated travel, visas, insurance, travel documents etc…
  • Items of a personal nature (toiletries, personal medication, clothing, camers…)
  • Personal insurance.
  • Alcohol and additional snacks.
  • Travel insurance. To travel with GRG’s you are required to have adequate insurance for the activity you are participating in, we have the necessary insurance for our crew but you must have your own seperate policy)
  • Optional tips for guides.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

TAMUR RIVER RAFTING
From $ 1,250
/ Adult