Karnali River Rafting with Bardia National park (wildlife tour)
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Overview
Karnali River flows from the high Himalayas into the Terai of far-western Nepal. It is the longest in Nepal. Karnali's remote location provides adventurers with a unique opportunity to see stunning unspoiled countryside. The river originates near the holy Mount Kailas in Tibet, China. It has spectacular canyons and pristine jungle scenery.
Best Season: March to June & September to December.
River Grades
The best time for rafting is from March to May and September to November. Temperature can drop during January and February. For the rest of the year, the temperature remains at 18-degree minimum to a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius.
- Class I easy: Small rapids, fast-moving water with riffles and small waves, few obstructions, minimal risk to swimmers, and the possibility of self-rescue.
- Class II Novice: Gentle straightforward rapids with wide and clear channels and slight maneuvering required.
- Class III Moderate: An exciting rapids with irregular waves and hazards; strong eddies and current and skilled maneuvering required.
- Class IV: - Very difficult: Raging rapids, powerful maneuvering required, and turbulent water flows.
- Class V Extremely difficult: Long and very violent rapids with several hazards, unavoidable wavers and holes or steep, congested chutes with complex demanding routes, high degree of danger to swimmers, expertise and reliable high quality equipment required for safe passage.
- Class VI: Not able to run, extremely difficult rapids, high chances of death and destruction of equipment, and very slim chances of rescue.
A typical day in the river
We usually start our day after thorough briefings, our river guide, and safety measures. Generally, we raft for 5-6 hours a day. Around mid-day after having glorious rafting experiences with the challenging rapids, we stop for lunch at sandy beach. On a multi-day trip, we set up a camp by the riverside. Once we arrive at the camping site, we can wander around or simply relax basking in the splendor of nature. Camping overnight by the riverside gives us time and opportunity to share our views, feelings, and experiences under the open sky and sparkling stars.
Included/Exclude
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Transportation to and from (Kathmandu to Sauli and Bardia national park to Kathmandu or Pokhara) by bus.
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All raft crew, including highly qualified & licensed holder guides and professional safety kayakers, all fluent in English.
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All international standard Rafting equipment as necessary, such as, self- bailing rafts, helmets, life jackets, outfitter plastic paddles, dry top jackets, waterproof barrel for camera and valuables, dry bag for multiday trip, etc.
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Camping and cooking equipment, tents, mattress and kitchen utensil and twin sharing tent during rafting tour, all staff daily wages, insurance and their meals, etc.
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All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) whilst on the river.
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All necessary paper work for the trip.
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Comprehensive first aid medical kit.
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River permits
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Gear raft support if necessary.
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All government and local taxes
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Items of personal nature (toiletries, personal medication, clothing and camera.
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Personal insurance
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Drinks, including water, coke, Fanta, alcoholic beverages, snacks and other personal expenses.
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Optional tours and activities during free time.
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Personal rafting equipment.
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Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers.
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Meals and drinking water during rafting
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently asked Question & Answers Here
What do I need to bring ?
Please bring in your T-shirt or swim suite, undergarments/shorts, river suitable footwear, sport shoes, sandal, sun hat, sun cream, water bottle, shirt and warm fleece jacket, camera, batteries, note book, reading book, pen, head lamp, personal first aid, eye lenses, sleeping bag toiletries, etc.
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