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3 days Upper Budhi Gandaki whitewater rafting

About this experience

Budhi Gandaki starts on the eastern slopes of Manaslu (the 8th highest peak in the world) and the Ganesh Himal thus the water is very cold. It flows south through a steep valley before joining the Trisuli river. The Budhi Gandaki is our favorite river as it still remains wild and therefore the exceptional river for rafting in Nepal. This river is passing through typical Nepali villages, provides amazing mountain views. It lies halfway between Kathmandu and Pokhara and yet it’s a mystery river!
You will enjoy every night campfire on the sandy beaches. On the first day, we would start driving to the starting point and get ready for the next day rafting. During that day we will be passing through the beautiful traditional Nepalese villages. The starting point is in Arhet which is very close to the Tibetan border. During the second day, we will have intensive full-day rafting with many rapids. During the last day, there is a half-day gentle white water with a finishing point at our camp.

At a glance

  • Duration: 72 hr

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3 days Upper Budhi Gandaki whitewater rafting
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour72 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languageshi (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide)

Set aside 72 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Certified and professional guide
  • Lunch
  • all necessary rafting equipment
  • Dinner
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Breakfast

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Tips

Itinerary and highlights

Trip highlights:
- beautiful Georges and big rapids
- amazing scenic views

During the trip, you will enjoy every night campfire on the sandy beaches. The first two days of rafting is very pleasant with lots of rapids, watching the birds, monkeys, and many more. Later as the river mixes with Trishuli it becomes the multiple river rafting opportunities.

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Meeting and pickup information

  • We will provide you with the tourist bus tickets and more information on how to get to the camp after booking.
  • We can pick you up from the hotel in Kathmandu or the airport one day before the trip starts and the overnight stay will be at our camp on the starting point.

Languages and tickets

  • hi — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Best Adventure Nepal

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 72 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We can pick you up from the hotel in Kathmandu or the airport one day before the trip starts and the overnight stay will be at our camp on the starting point.
Which guide languages are listed?
hi (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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