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Trishuli River Rafting
The classic Nepal rafting weekend - rapids, beaches and gorges
Overview
The Trishuli is Nepal's most popular river for rafting - accessible from Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan, with a perfect mix of exciting rapids (Class II to Class IV), calm stretches, sandy beaches and dramatic gorges. Our 2-day Trishuli rafting trip is the perfect weekend adventure, suitable for first-time rafters and families.
Day 1 starts with a scenic 3-hour drive from Kathmandu to the put-in point at Charaundi, where you receive a safety briefing and paddling instruction from your IRF-certified rafting guide. Then 3-4 hours of rafting through rapids like Twin Rocks, Ladies' Delight and Upset, with a packed lunch on a sandy beach. Camp overnight on a white-sand beach with a campfire dinner under the stars.
Day 2 brings more rapids including the famous Pinball and Surprise, before taking out at Kuringhat and driving back to Kathmandu (or onward to Pokhara or Chitwan). The trip is graded Moderate - no previous rafting experience is required, and the river can be run year-round, with bigger water in the monsoon and gentler rapids in the dry season.
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Max Altitude
500 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
2 - 16 rafters
Best Season
Mar-May, Sep-Nov
River Grade
Class II-IV (III in medium water)
Accommodation
Beach camp
Start/End
Charaundi / Kuringhat
Trip highlights
Run Class II to IV rapids including Twin Rocks, Upset and Surprise
Camp overnight on a white-sand beach with a campfire dinner
Dramatic gorges, lush forest and sandy beaches of the Trishuli
Suitable for first-time rafters and families
Easily accessible from Kathmandu, Pokhara or Chitwan
Combine with a Chitwan safari or Annapurna trek
IRF-certified rafting guides and modern safety equipment
Optional return via Pokhara or Chitwan
Itinerary
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Day 1: Drive to Charaundi and raft to beach camp 500m
Early morning drive from Kathmandu (3 hours) to the put-in at Charaundi. Receive a safety briefing and paddling instruction from your IRF-certified guide, then launch the raft and run the first rapids - Twin Rocks, Ladies' Delight and Upset. Stop for a packed lunch on a sandy beach. Continue rafting through the afternoon to your overnight camp on a white-sand beach. Campfire dinner under the stars.
Highlights
First rapids, sandy beach camp, campfire
Wear quick-dry clothes - cotton is not recommended.
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Day 2: More rapids and take-out at Kuringhat 1,400m
After breakfast, break camp and continue downriver through more rapids including Pinball, Surprise and the dramatic narrow gorge. Take out at Kuringhat around 1 PM. Have lunch, then drive back to Kathmandu (3 hours), or onward to Pokhara or Chitwan - your choice. Arrive in Kathmandu around 5 PM.
Highlights
More rapids, take-out, return drive
Bring a dry change of clothes for the drive back.
Elevation profile
What's included
- All ground transportation from Kathmandu to put-in and from take-out
- All rafting equipment (raft, paddle, helmet, life jacket, dry bag)
- IRF-certified rafting guide and safety kayaker
- 1 night beach camp with tent and sleeping mat
- All meals (lunch Day 1, dinner Day 1, breakfast and lunch Day 2)
- Campfire and beach games
- Comprehensive first-aid kit
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Travel insurance
- Tips for the guide and crew
- Personal dry bag (can be rented for USD 5)
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Trip options
Choose the option that suits you best.
Extra services
Add extras to your trip. Select quantities in the booking form.
Travel Insurance
Comprehensive trekking insurance covering helicopter rescue up to 6,000 m
$145
Kathmandu Sightseeing Day
Full-day guided tour of Kathmandu Valley UNESCO sites
$75
Meet your guides
👤
Deepak Khadka
Rafting Guide
<p>Deepak is a certified International Rafting Federation guide with 13 years of experience on the Trishuli, Bhote Koshi, Sun Koshi and Karnali rivers. He has represented Nepal in international rafting competitions.</p>
RAM BDR SHERPA
Climbing Guide
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Departure dates
Mar 18, 2026 Mar 19
Seats: 12/16
Guaranteed
$120
Apr 1, 2026 Apr 2
Seats: 10/16
Guaranteed
$120
Apr 15, 2026 Apr 16
Seats: 4/16
Guaranteed
$120
Apr 29, 2026 Apr 30
Seats: 6/16
Guaranteed
$120
May 13, 2026 May 14
Seats: 4/16
Guaranteed
$120
May 27, 2026 May 28
Seats: 2/16
Guaranteed
$120
Pricing
Per person
$120
Based on 1 adult
Children (under 12)$84
InfantsFree
Group discounts
Automatically applied at checkout:
5+ travelers
-5%
8+ travelers
-8%
10+ travelers
-10%
12+ travelers
-12%
Early bird: book 60+ days ahead for extra 10% off, 90+ days for 15% off.
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🟢 Start point: Charaundi
🔴 End point: Kuringhat
🟠 Trek route
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous rafting experience?
No. The Trishuli is the perfect river for first-time rafters. Your IRF-certified guide will give you a full safety briefing and paddling instruction before you launch, and the rapids are graded Class II to IV - exciting but not extreme. The river can be run year-round: water levels are higher and rapids more challenging in the monsoon (June to September), and gentler in the dry season.
What should I bring for the rafting trip?
Bring quick-dry clothing (synthetic or merino - avoid cotton), a swimsuit, a fleece or warm layer for the evening, a sun hat, sunglasses with a retention strap, sunscreen, a water bottle, a headlamp, and a small dry bag for your phone and camera. We provide all rafting equipment (raft, paddle, helmet, life jacket), tent, sleeping mat and all meals. Bring your own sleeping bag or rent one for USD 5.
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