Karnali River Rafting Overview
This is the ultimate adventure if you want a remote, authentic river trip with whitewater and want to enjoy a peaceful and relaxed float through pristine wilderness.
The Karnali River lies in a remote part of western Nepal. Karnali River Rafting has been rated as the most demanding and challenging recreational rafting experience globally. Hindus, Buddhists, and Jain worship the River Karnali from the holy mountain Kailash in Tibet. White water rafting and rafting enthusiasts are drawn to the longest River in Nepal.
Karnali River is Nepal's longest and most significant river, originating from Mount Kailash in Tibet. This trip includes 4-5 days of whitewater rafting and a gentler float to take in the breathtaking scenery. You may combine the trip to Bardia National Park with a safari searching for tigers.
Karnali is famous not just for its water games but also for the breathtaking views of the Himalayas and valleys. It's also home to various wildlife and plants untouched by human intervention. Karnali River Rafting is also rewarding because of the pristine forest, the western hills' typical culture, and the Bardiya National Park. Rate nomads from Nepal wander along the Karnali river bank, searching for prey, food, and shelter.
As it flows along its bed, the Karnali River bubbles over rocks. The River drains through lush valleys, dense forests, and virgin land. It is called "a roller coaster of thrills" because the first four days are spent in extreme currents. Sharp bends, large water, and breaking waves characterize the first half of the River. The last four days are calm but rewarding, with views of the wilderness and wildlife. There are many other characters, such as Human for Lunch (Jailhouse Rock), Jungle Ghat, Juicer, and others.
Karnali river rafting allows you to discover the beauty of the Surkhet and Dailekh districts. Lower Dhungeshwor Dailekh is the starting point for a seven-day rafting trip. It begins just below where the Karnali River and Bheri meet. The rafting continues down to Chisapani near East-West Highway. The Karnali River finishes at the famous Bardia National Park – the most jungle in Nepal rich in wildlife. Many consider this spectacular journey one of the finest rafting rivers in the world and is our crew's favorite expedition in Nepal.
Season/Months | Difficulties/Grade | Water volume |
September - December | iv | Approx. 300 cumecs |
January - May | iv- | Approx. 200 cumecs |
June - August | Iv+ | Approx. 450 cumecs |