AdventureTrishuli River Rafting
Class III-IV Trishuli rafting with day-trip or overnight camp options from Kathmandu
What class is Trishuli River rafting?
Trishuli River rafting is generally Class III to IV with bouncy rapids, waves, and straightforward swims on the standard commercial sections between Charaudi and Kurintar. Day trips suit beginners with briefing; overnight camps add a riverside night. Holiday Maker Nepal books licensed crews and safety gear.
- Duration
- 1 Days / 0 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best season
- October to May (best water clarity), Monsoon months for higher flow (experienced rafters)
- Group size
- 1 to 16 pax
- Price from
- $95 USD
Tour highlights
- Class III-IV rapids on the standard Charaudi to Kurintar commercial section
- Choice of one-day splash or two-day trip with riverside camp and evening barbecue
- Licensed river guide, helmet, life jacket, and paddle included
- Private transport from Kathmandu (or Pokhara corridor on request)
- Popular en-route stop when driving between Kathmandu and Pokhara
About this trip
What is Trishuli River rafting?
Trishuli River rafting is Nepal's most accessible white-water day trip from Kathmandu, with Class III-IV rapids on the highway corridor toward Pokhara. You can splash through in a single day or stay overnight on a sandy beach camp. Holiday Maker Nepal books licensed outfitters, life jackets, and private transport so your raft fits a wider trek or tour schedule.
Day-by-day itinerary
2 days
Morning drive from Kathmandu to Charaudi put-in (roughly three hours). Safety briefing, gear issue, and raft launch into Class III-IV rapids with lunch on the riverbank. One-day guests take out near Kurintar and drive back to Kathmandu or onward to Pokhara. Overnight guests camp on a sandy beach with evening meal.
Riverside camp (overnight option) or none (day trip)Lunch; dinner on overnight option- Class III-IV rapids
- Trishuli put-in briefing
- Riverside lunch
What’s included
Included
- Activity booking with certified Nepal operators we inspect and use year-round
- Private hotel or airport transfers on activity days as listed
- Safety equipment provided by the operator (harness, helmet, life jacket, or flight briefing kit as applicable)
- English-speaking coordinator or guide for road transfers and check-in
- Pre-activity safety briefing and timing confirmation from our Kathmandu desk
- All applicable government taxes on the quoted package
Not included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal visa fee (available on arrival at Kathmandu airport)
- Travel insurance (required; must cover adventure activities you book)
- Meals and drinks unless stated in the itinerary
- Tips for drivers, guides, and activity crew
- Personal expenses, laundry, and souvenirs
- Optional photo or video packages sold at the activity site
- Hotel accommodation unless listed (most adventure days are single-day from Kathmandu or Pokhara)
What to pack
Recommended packing list (8 items)
- Comfortable trainers or closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops for rafting or canyon activities)
- Quick-dry top and shorts or trousers for water sports
- Warm layer for early-morning flights, balloon rides, and hill transfers
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and SPF 50 sunscreen
- Change of clothes and towel for rafting or canyon spray
- Dry bag or zip-lock pouch for phone and valuables on the river
- Government-issued photo ID (required for domestic flights and some operators)
- Personal medicines; disclose health conditions when you enquire
Frequently asked questions
No for standard commercial sections. Guides brief paddle commands and safety swims before launch. Strong swimmers are more relaxed, but beginners join daily trips.
