Tamur River Rafting
- 12 Days
- Maximum Capacity: 20
Adult
Description
The Tamur, Nepal’s wild and east bend river the snows of Kanchenjunga feed a challenging less known relative of the Sun Koshi. The Tamur combines one of the best short Himalayan treks, offering amazing mountain views, with an exhilarating new river expedition. Picking up our team of sprightly porters at Basantapur we trek through ancient moss-covered rhododendron forests and sunlit meadows. As we crest the 10,000-foot pass above the sacred lake at Gupha Pokhari, we are greeted by stunning views of the Kanchenjunga massif, Makalu, and Everest.
At Dobhan three tributaries of the Tamur join their forces, combining the racing rivers of the high mountains to the north. Steep canyon walls enclose the river and the rapids are powerful and continuous. In the middle section the river opens up and there are beautiful white sandy beaches. The last few days, where the river turns back to the west, are phenomenal. Towering waves leap skyward, with seemingly endless rapids surging through steep canyon walls. Small fishermen’s villages line the confluence of every major tributary, while wild monkeys watch from the jungle as we drift past. Local people are a fascinating collage of tribes and castes that have perfected the brewing of their local drink, Tungba, to a fine art.
Duration
12 Days
Group Size
20
Trip Information
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Duration |
12 Days |
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Transfer Days |
2 Nights and Half Days by Bus |
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River Days |
5 Days |
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River Grade |
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Starting Point |
Dobhan (635m) |
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Ending Point |
Chatara (105m) |
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River Distance |
131 kms |
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Average Gradient |
4m/km (20 ft a mile) |
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Volume in Nov. |
150 cms (5250 cfs) |
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Basantapur via Dharan.
Day 02: Arrive in Basantapur and prepare for trekking and camp.
Day 03: Trek to Mangalbare about 5 hours and camp.
Day 04: Trek to Guphapokhari about 5 hours and camp.
Day 05: Trek to Gorja about 5 hours and camp.
Day 06: Trek to Dobhan about 3 hours and camp.
Day 07: Rafting starts at Tamor river. Run class 4/5 rapids and camp at Kabelidobhan.
Day 08: Rafting whitewater section and camp nearby Koya River bank.
Day 09: Raft down calm section and camp at Dumre.
Day 10: Rafting the continuous whitewater rapids of Tamor river and camp near Tribenighat
Day 11: Rafting about 3 hours and finish at Chatara. Drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 12: Arrive in Kathmandu.
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Included
- Transportation from / to Kathmandu by tourist bus as per itinerary.
- All International standard rafting equipment as necessary (Such as self bailing rafts, helmets, life jackets, kayaks, plastic paddles and spray jackets etc.)
- Well-trained and highly experienced rafting guides, cooks, and other helper staff.
- Camping & Cooking equipment (tents, mattress & kitchen gear).
- 3 times’ a day continental & Nepalese meals during the rafting period (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Accommodation in 2 person capacity tent during the rafting
- All staffs salary, insurance, meals etc.
- All necessary fees, Government/Local taxes, all national park and conservation area fees. Tourist service charge,
Excluded
- Any type of personal expenditure such Alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone, and laundry.
- Food & accommodation cost in case of any natural accident caused by weather.
- Tips, Gratuities and other expenditure.
- Rescue & insurance such as travel, cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss.
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