WhiteWater
Nepal - Tamur River Rafting
Fact
Sheet
'River Tamur' - known
as 'The Best of the East' (11 days)
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| Season |
Grading |
Water
Volume |
| September
- December |
5- |
Approx.350
cumecs |
| January
- May |
4+ |
Approx.150
cumecs |
| June
- August |
Not
runable |
Approx
750 cumecs |
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Location, Transportation and Timetable
The journey to the put-in point for the
rafting on Tamur River involves a 18 hour
road journey by WhiteWater Nepal private
minibus to Basantpur, followed by a 4 day
trek to Dovan (put in point for Tamur river
rafting/kayaking). The 135 km river action
takes 5 to 6 days. The return journey from
Chatara (the take-out point of Tamur river
trip), is 16 hours to Kathmandu. It is also
possible to arrange a flight from Biratnagar
(1 hour road journey from Chatara) to Kathmandu
in additional cost.
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Description
The
Tamur, powerful and impressive river, is
the sixth largest in Nepal. The scenery
witnessed during the trek through the little
known eastern part of Nepal to the put-in
point is as inspiring as the river Tamur
itself. The sides of the valley are wooded,
with only a few villages and very little
agriculture glimpsed throughout the trip.
There are excellent beaches for camping
and plenty of wildlife. Tamur river rafting/kayaking
gives you the feeling of a wilderness expedition!
The
huge grade 4 and 5- rapids are challenging and exhilarating.
The volume of water ensures non-stop river action.
The
Tamur is best suited to those with a sense
of adventure and seeking something a little
different from the rivers of Nepal. In addition
to the scheduled trips to the Tamur it is
also possible to arrange a special trip
to meet your needs. The Tamur is ideally
combined with trips to Chitwan National
Park or treks in the Kanchanjunga region.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Dont forget to request vegetarian meals if
required.
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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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