 Location,
Transportation and Timetable
From Kathmandu to Kalyandada via Birendranagar involves
a 22 hour bus journey. (Or a one hour flight to
Birandranagar, on additional cost, then a 2 hour
bus journey). From Kalyandada there is a 2 to 3
hour trek to
Kareleghat, the put-in
point for rafting on Karnali river. Porters transport
all the rafting equipment and other necessities
for the river trip. The 180km river action takes
between 6 to 7 days. Bus transportation is provided
from the take-out point of Karnali river rafting
at Chisapani to either Pokhara (10 hours) or Kathmandu
(16 hours). There is a orientation meeting early
in the evening before the trip, providing you with
an opportunity to ask any questions you may have,
to meet your fellow rafters and your raft guide
and team.
Description
The lowland trek combined with some of the most
beautiful canyons found in Nepal makes Karnali rafting/kayaking
one of the most memorable river trips available
in this country and it is often a favorite river
trip of guides and rafters alike. There is a wide
variety of fauna and flora including dense forests,
jungle and also remote villages.
 After
monsoon rains the rapids of Karnali river are demanding
and huge, though relatively straightforward. As
the river flows through some quite narrow canyons
the flow of the water increases, as does the frequency
of the rapids. In low water the demands on the rafter
are more technical, though equally exciting.
Karnali
rafting is an ideal trip for those wanting a more
unique experience of Nepal, stunning scenery, great
river action and all the benefits of a long river
trip in Nepal. It has the added advantage of the
take out point being ideally situated for those
wishing to visit Bardia National Park.
What
we provide
Along with our high quality self-bailing rafts,
we provide helmets, plastic paddles, wetsuits, lifejackets,
and first aid kit.
We provide plentiful, healthy and hygienically prepared
food and drinks. Tents and sleeping mats are also
provided. Sleeping bags can be supplied upon request.
All our equipment is of the highest quality, clean
and well maintained.
What
to bring
Please bring with you shorts and a T-shirt or swimwear
for on the river, suitable footwear for wearing
in the raft, warm clothing for the evenings, a towel,
sun block and your camera. A flashlight is also
useful.
What
you need to tell us
Please tell us if you are a non-swimmer, or not
very confident in the water. Also it is essential
that you inform us of any medical conditions that
may affect your well being on the trip.
Don’t forget to request vegetarian meals if
required.
Safety
WhiteWater Nepal takes the safety of its clients
very seriously. All our guides are licensed, with
many years of experience on the rivers of Nepal
and other European countries. All are trained in
CPR, First Aid and advanced river rescue techniques.
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