Trishuli River White Water Rafting Day Trip
Two hours west of Kathmandu, the Trishuli River carves through forested gorges with rapids ranging from Class II to Class IV — perfect for first-timers and experienced rafters alike. Our full-day trip covers 25km of river, passing through jungle canyon, remote villages, and dramatic riverside scenery that most Kathmandu tourists never see. Includes all equipment, a licensed raft guide, safety kayaker, and riverside dal bhat lunch. The best post-trek adrenaline reset we know.
- Duration: 7 hours
- Price: 75
- Start time: 7:30 AM
- Meeting point: Your hotel, Thamel, Kathmandu
- Meals: Lunch on riverbank
Itinerary
Drive to Charaudi put-in point
2-hour drive west from Kathmandu along the Prithvi Highway to the river launch point. Safety briefing, wetsuit fitting, and paddle training on the bank.
Upper Trishuli rapids (Class II-III)
First 12km section through forested gorge with steady rapids and calm reading pools. Wildlife spotting on the riverbank.
Riverside lunch
Pull out on a sandy beach for a hot dal bhat lunch cooked on the bank by your support team.
Lower Trishuli rapids (Class III-IV)
Second 13km section with stronger rapids including the notorious Upset rapid. Take-out at Mugling bridge.
Return drive to Kathmandu
Dry off, change, and board the vehicle for the 2-hour return to Thamel.