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| WHITE WATER RAFTING |
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| What is White water rafting? |
White water rafting means cruising down a rushing river in an inflatable rubber raft or white kayak over crashing waves & swirling rapids for the excitement of a lifetime. Nepal has earned a reputation as one of the best destinations in the world for white water rafting. Nepal’s thundering waters, coming from the glaciers of the mighty Himalayas, provide unmatched thrills for rafting & scenic landscape. A rafting trip is can be the highlight of your stay in the country. |
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Is there any classifications on rivers, days, seasons, class for rafting. Is that important to know? |
| What ever level of excitement & whatever duration, from 1 day buzz to 12 day major expedition, it is here for you on the rivers of Nepal. The high flows of September, October, November are the product of monsoon & snow-melt. Again, in April & May ( & even early June), Pre-monsoon snow –melt from the Himalayan giants swells the rivers to create a second season of Prime- time white river. |
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Name of the river |
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Autumn |
Class |
Spring |
Class |
Bhotekoshi |
2 |
Oct-Dec |
III to V |
Feb-May |
III to IV |
Kali Gandaki |
3 or 4 |
Sep-Nov |
III to IV + |
Feb-May |
III to IV |
Karnali |
12 |
Sep to Nov |
III to V |
Feb-May |
III to IV |
Marshyangdi |
6 |
Oct-Dec |
IV to V |
Feb-Apr |
IV + |
Sunkoshi |
8 or 9 |
Sep- Nov |
III+ to V- |
June |
III to IV |
Tamur |
11 |
Oct-Dec. |
III to V |
Mar-Apr |
III to IV+ |
Trishuli |
2 |
Yr. Round |
(III except June to Aug.(Monsoon IV) |
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| What is river grading? |
River Grades: White water rivers & the rapids on them have an internationally recognized grading scale.
Grade I Flat water, no rapids, ‘barely a splash’
Grade II Bubbling current, small roller- coaster rapids
Grade III Needs trained guide- technical and exciting.
Grade IV & V Seriously big rapids, unforgiving, exhilarating. Required some rafting experience & confidence in water since there are possibilities of raft overturning.
Grade VI Un run able –“don’t got for it” |
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| What are the things in your price? |
(√) Professional guides, (√)transportation to & from, (√) porters, (√)Permits, (√) meals(√) river gears including (√)self bailing raft (√)life jackets (√)helmets (√) wetsuits on certain rivers (√)dry bags for gears (√)tents (√)camera barrel (√)Personal gear bags |
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| What is not included in the Price? |
| » Clothing & personal items |
» bottled alcoholic beverages |
» any kind of insurance |
| » visa costs |
» expenses of personal nature |
» Tips |
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| How should the personal packing be Prepared? |
| » lighter luggage |
» quick drying nature clothing |
» synthetic fibers are preferable to cotton. |
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| What are the things do I have to bring? |
| » sleeping bag & pad (if you don’t have we help you rent in Kathmandu) |
» light weight pants |
» Cotton underwear |
| » Light weight long sleeved shirt or T-shirt |
» A fleece style jacket |
» toiletries (..but no cosmetic you have hardly any time for them) |
| » spare glasses or contact lenses ( if u wear them) |
» water bottle |
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| Do I have to know the list of rivers wear? |
| Yes, |
| » river sandals (of the type which do not come off when you swim) |
» Shorts or swimming costume |
» a sarong for women (long piece of clothes wrapped around your waist |
| » base ball cap & sunglasses |
» Sunscreen, lip balm |
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| If I am not mistaken there are some river expeditions we need to trek before & after the river trip. Is there any thing I should bring along with? |
| Yes, |
| » A day pack |
» long sleeved thermal top & bottoms |
» light weight hiking boots |
| » toilet paper & lighter |
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| Is there anything optional I may bring? |
| » Small binoculars |
» Camera & film & some spare batteries. |
» Walkman & tapes |
| » Reading & writing materials |
» Personal first aid kit. |
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| How is a day planned when you are in a rafting trip? |
| » about 8 am breakfast |
» start rafting at 9 am |
» leisurely lunch at mid day |
| » get in to the camp around 4 PM & it gives plenty of time to rest & relax |
» spend about 5 to 6 hours each day |
» evening campfire in the river bank & dinner around 8 PM |
| » go to bed at 10 PM in the bank of dark & wild river |
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| DO I have to care/ respect Nepal’s environmental & local culture? |
| Yes, you have to abide by them as per the instructions given by your guides before you start your river journey. |
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| Are there any risk factors when I am in the trip? |
Although we have 100% safety records we can’t deny some risk when you are in the adventure. Company won’t be liable for any loss & damage caused from the situation beyond their control. The price you have paid doesn’t include insurance. |
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| How much physically fit do I need to be? Is the knowledge of swimming must? |
A reasonable level of fitness is recommended. Swimming is obviously added advantage for fun but it is not must. Safety jackets & helmets make you float in case you fall in to the river. |
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