Rafting Day Tour Difficulty
An easy river trip, and good for all travelers of various skill levels. Mix of driving and river rafting. You may have a little ups and down walking. The trip for 5 to 6 hours, covering a distance of 190 km drive go and return and 20 to 25 km rafting in the river.
Season for day rafting tour in Nepal
The post-monsoon months from September to December are the best season. Since, the skies are clear and the mountain views are spectacular. The pre-monsoon season from March to June is also a good time. It offers pleasant temperatures and colorful festival. Kathmandu river rafting day tour, also possible in winter and summer seasons as well.
Permits for River Rafting
The river permits are necessary for rafting tour, that cost ranges from USD 10 to USD 30. So, check in advance and carry any necessary documentation. Rafting in a group with guide and staying on guide command to minimize risks.
Food on River Rafting Day Tour
Lunch-meals are included in the tour. You may find local Nepali meals- Dalbhat to international cuisine such as momo, chowmin, pasta and soup on the tour. It depends on the route and restaurant where you are doing rafting in Nepal.
Essential gears for day rafting tour in Nepal
Before setting off from Kathmandu, make sure you’re well-equipped. A sturdy pair of shoes or sandal and a comfortable backpack are necessary. Also, don’t forget to take with you water. You will carry water, camera, umbrellas or rain coat when you’re exploring during the day.
Essentials:
Sports shoes/sandal
Shorts (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
Reusable water bottle
Sunglasses
Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
Health and Safety:
Face masks
Hand sanitizer
Warm Weather:
Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
Sun hat/bandana
Sun Lotion
Money Matter
ATMs will find in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Bhaktapur. Make sure you carry sufficient cash to cover your personal expenses for the day. Credit cards are not widely accepted. Before departing on tour, make sure you have enough Nepalese currency to purchase meals and drinks.
Phone and internet access
The signal of phone and internet is very good during tour. Every hotel and restaurants you will get free WiFi services. Wifi is available at hotel, café and guest houses at free.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not compulsory for the day tour. It is nice to have a policy that also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects.
Solo Travelers
Solo travelers should not have to pay more to travel, so our group trips are designed for share guide and transportation. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travelers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Optional Tours
Everest Mountain Flight-
Enjoy an early morning flight on a small aircraft with a window seat for an hour of spectacular scenery over the tallest mountain peak on earth. You will be able to view some of the most incredible, and famous sights that Nepal has to offer. This is weather permitting so tour might be delayed or an alternative day may be scheduled. It costs USD 260 per person including airport transfer.
Whitewater River Rafting-
A day whitewater river rafting is also possible to Trishuli river and Bhote Koshi river. It costs ranges $45 USD to $80 USD, depends on the size of the group and the transfer-private or public. In the package cost, it includes tourist bus transfer-both way go and return to Kathmandu, guide, lunch and river rafting with equipment.
Bungee Jumping-
This is also a perfect and adventure day trips from Kathmandu. The trip starts early in the morning from Kathmandu and return to Kathmandu by 8:00 in the evening. The cost ranges $ 90 USD to $ 140 USD, includes transfer by private bus go and return to Kathmandu, lunch and one Bungee Jumping.
Kathmandu Group Tour
Kathmandu city day tour is also a good idea. The tour visit four important heritage sites-Pashupati, Boudha, Swoyambhunath an Kathmandu durbar square. The tour price ranges from USD 30 to USD 80. The tour guide and driver with are included in the price. The lunch, tips, entrance tickets fee and other services are not included.
Important Tour Notes
Carry a valid passport or passport copy.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers.
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel the tour at least 24 hours in advance.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
The tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date of tour or a full refund.
