Kali Gandaki River Rafting Best Price For 2024/2025
The Mighty Kali adventure is the perfect way to see Nepal's most beautiful scenery while enjoying a whitewater rafting trip and camping experience.
The Kali Gandaki takes its name from the goddess Kali. Kali, who is often destructive, is regarded as the Divine Mother. She is the Hindu equivalent of the solar and lunar currents and represents a fear of death. While you do not need to fear death when paddling on the Kali Gandaki, you will still experience adrenaline pumping and wild rapids, making your heart beat faster.
This is a great way to explore Nepal's rivers after the monsoon. You'll leave the lakeside town of Pokhara with a guide and brave the Class III and four rapids. Then, you will camp on the riverside and dine in the stars. This is a great way to add excitement to your trekking trip or as a standalone adventure for those needing more time.
The river plunges to the plains through the deepest canyon in the world, carving out the Dhaulagiri range and the Annapurna Range. You can play in the warm, cascading waterfalls along the river's course. The Kaligandaki Trip is a must-do in Nepal. It gives you a taste of Nepal's culture and nature at its finest and also allows you to relax around sand and white beaches on the Rivers' banks and meet your rafting crew.
This is a great way to explore Nepal's rivers after the monsoon. You'll leave Pokhara and brave class III and 4 rapids from the lakeside town, dine and camp under the stars at riverside beaches, and kayak along the Kali Gandaki. This is a great way to add excitement to your trekking trip or as a standalone adventure for those who need more time.
If you have experience paddling, we can take you on a self-bailing "paddle raft". If you choose our boat operated by a professional, prior knowledge is optional. Our guides and boatmen have years of experience, and they are familiar with all the rivers. They know the geology and history of the area. You will learn and be entertained during your rafting trip in Nepal. The final day of the journey is when the most rapids occur.
There are no warm-up days for the Kali Gandaki River Rafting. The rapids are fast, bumpy, and medium. Both experienced and novice rafters will find Kali Gandaki to be a thrilling river. The Kali Gandaki River has a Grade 4 when it is high. This is the best river experience in Nepal. This trip has it all: whitewater rapids, spectacular views of the mountains, and breathtaking mountain views. In pristine jungles with a variety of wildlife, you can also find waterfalls, traditional villages, and endless suspension bridges. Cultural temples are found in deep gorges.
River Description
The Kali Gandaki River, located in the west of Nepal is one of its oldest major tributaries. The river followed the Himalayan margin range from the Tibetan plate 70 million years before the Himalayan. It was flowing into the Indian Ocean. Himalayan Rage, created after the Himalayan Mountains were ravaged, cut through the valleys of Annapurna (809m) and Dhaulagiri (8167m), forming the deepest canyon in the world. The Kali Gandaki River Valley route is known as an ancient trading route and holy pilgrimage route to Muktinath. Whitewater enthusiasts are drawn to the beautiful scenery, tumbling falls, and challenging rapids. This holy river is perfect for short wildness excursions and for wildlife and bird watching.
Rafting Starts/Ends Info
- River Name: Kali Gandaki River
- Rafting put in point: Maldhunga Nayapul ( 3 hours from Pokhara)
- Rafting ending point: Mirmi (5 hours to Pokhara)
Kali Gandaki River: meaning - 'The River of God' Annapurna Range (3 days)
Season | Grading | Water Volume |
September - December | 4+ | Approx. 550 cumecs |
January - May | 4+ | Approx. 200 cumecs |
June - August | High risk | Approx. 1000 cumecs |
Best Season for Kali Gandaki River:
Like most rivers in Nepal, this river is best enjoyed after the monsoon, when rivers are at their highest. The weather is warm, and the water is clear, making it a perfect time to view the Himalayan Mountains. The best months to visit are October until December, followed by March through June. In January and March, the river is still able to run. The temperatures in Nepal are very low because it is winter.
Experienced Required For Kali Gandhi River
Experience is optional for rafters. Our guides are fully qualified to guide you down the river safely. We will provide complete instructions at the start of the trip. Kayakers must be confident Grade III paddlers.
Getting to River
The trip begins and ends in Pokhara, a famous lakeside resort town. It takes an hour and a half to get from Pokhara to the put-in. We will provide you with a private vehicle for the journey to and from the river. The return trip to Pokhara is a five-hour drive. You can arrange for pickups and drops from your hotel.
Accommodation & Meals
As with the majority of our river trips, the accommodation is tent-covered. You will be provided with sleeping bags, tents, mattresses, and pillows to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Camping on the Himalayan riverbanks is an unforgettable experience. During the Rafting, meals will be freshly prepared.
River wear gear:
- Shorts- half pants,
- T-shirts (long sleep for sun protection),
- swimwear, Sun Cap/Glass/Cream,
- personal water bottle,
- A pair of river sandals.
For the campsite Gear:
- Personal sleeping bag
- Lightweight shirts
- Trousers/pants
- Undergarments socks
- A light shoes
- Fleece type pullover
- flashlight, personal toiletries, camera, material
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