Its another easy and nearer from Kathmandu rafting excursion. The river Budhi Gandaki drains from the eastern slopes of Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal prior to flowing through a south steep to join the Trishuli River upstream of Mugling. The Rafting on the Budhi Gandaki river starts from Arughat and ends at Benighat. The Budhi Gandaki becomes Trisuli at Mugling and goes further southward to Chitwan.
Nepal is also rich in diverse rapid rivers: Grade 5-5+ rivers with raging white water rapids for the adventurous, to Grade 2-3 rivers with a few rapids for novices. Rafters also have a choice ranging from two to three-week trips to trips of two or three days. The options include paddling, oaring and kayaking. Paddling requires all on boat to participate with instructions from river runner. Luxury safari-style trips with full team are available too. In an oar boat, the guide rows alone giving participants a chance to observe the surroundings. Kayaking is another way to travel downstream.
The natural scenery on this trip is tremendous. The rafting trip on Budhi Gandaki River is easy and the starting point is easily accessible from Kathmandu. You may even combine a short trek like two days trek to nearby Gorkha or around Mt. Manaslu. You may even continue you river journey to the Chitwan National Park. Besides rafting, the river is also suitable for beginner or intermediate kayakers.
Rafting Time: During autumn - mid-September through November, during winter December through February and spring - March through June
If you are taking a trip involving two days or more, carry warm shirts. T-shirts, heavy woolen sweater (warm clothes), extra pair of dry shoes and trousers in addition to the regular items.
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