Babai River Fishing Expedition 12 Days
| Trip code | KRA-BRF-12 |
| Package name | Babai River Fishing Expedition 12 Days |
| Duration | 12 |
| Max. elevation | 500 m |
| Level | Easy |
| Transportation | <p class="MsoNormal">Private jeep and domestic round air transfer<o:p></o:p></p><div><br></div> |
| Accomodation | |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu → Nepalgunj → Babai Chepang → Upper Babai → Middle Babai → Babai Valley → Nepalgunj → Kathmandu |
| Cost | USD 2,900 per person |
Highlights
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Exclusive Golden Mahseer & Goonch Catfish fishing
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12-day expedition from upper to lower Babai River
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Raft-assisted drift fishing with stopovers at prime pools
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Remote wilderness camping with campfires & BBQ nights
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Scenic jungle & valley landscapes of Bardia National Park buffer zone
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Full support crew: guides, safety kayakers, kitchen staff, and helpers
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Best suited for sport anglers, adventure seekers & nature lovers
Overview
This 12-day Babai River Fishing Expedition by Karnali Rafting & Adventure Pvt. Ltd. is the ultimate wilderness angling journey in Nepal. Starting from Babai Chepang (Ratna Highway side) and ending at Babai Valley (Mahendra Highway side), this expedition covers the upper, middle, and lower sections of the Babai River, home to the legendary Golden Mahseer and powerful Goonch Catfish.
Guests will experience raft-assisted drift fishing, riverbank casting, and exploring hidden pools and channels along a pristine Himalayan foothill river. Each night, you’ll camp on scenic riversides with full support from our professional rafting, fishing, and camping crew.
This is more than just fishing – it’s a wild adventure through Bardia’s remote jungle valleys, combining sport angling, eco-tourism, and cultural discovery. Safe, thrilling, and professionally guided, this journey guarantees a once-in-a-lifetime fishing adventure in Nepal.
Trip Preparation
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
- Airport pickup and hotel transfer in Thamel.
- Evening briefing with expedition guides.
- Overnight in Kathmandu hotel.
Day 2 : Kathmandu → Nepalgunj → Babai Chepang (Ratna Highway side)
- Morning flight Kathmandu → Nepalgunj (~1 hr).
- Drive ~44.7 km (~1 hr 9 min) to Babai Chepang put-in point.
- Set up riverside camp.
- Afternoon fishing session.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 3 : Upper Babai Fishing
- Full-day fishing in upper Babai pools & riffles.
- Target Golden Mahseer & Goonch Catfish.
- Overnight riverside camping.
Day 4 : Raft-Assisted Fishing
- Drift fishing downstream with raft support.
- Stop at prime pools & rapids.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 5 : Remote Upper-Middle Babai Section
- Explore remote upper-middle sections along river.
- Wilderness fishing.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 6 : Middle Babai Fishing
- Fish from raft and riverbank along middle Babai.
- Hidden pools & deeper channels.
- Overnight riverside camping.
Day 7 : Lower Middle Babai
- Fish along forested riverbanks and slower current sections.
- Evening campfire & BBQ night.
- Overnight camp.
Day 8 : Babai Valley Upper Mahendra Highway Side
- Enter Babai Valley near Mahendra Highway.
- Fish calmer lower Babai pools.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 9 : Babai Valley Fishing
- Full-day fishing along Babai Valley stretch.
- Target larger Mahseer & Goonch.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 10 : Babai Valley Fishing
- Early morning golden-hour fishing.
- Drift downstream to prime pools.
- Overnight riverside camp.
Day 11 : Final Babai Valley Fishing → Nepalgunj
Morning fishing session.
Drive to Nepalgunj (~1 hr 9 min).
Overnight hotel near Nepalgunj.
Day 12 : Nepalgunj → Kathmandu / Departure
- Morning flight Nepalgunj → Kathmandu (~1 hr).
- Transfer to hotel or onward departure.
Inclusions
What is included?
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Airport pick-up & drop-off in Kathmandu
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2 nights Kathmandu hotel with breakfast
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1 night Nepalgunj hotel
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9 nights riverside camping (with tents, sleeping bags, mats)
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Domestic flights (Kathmandu ↔ Nepalgunj)
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Jeep transfers (Nepalgunj ↔ Babai Chepang & Babai Valley ↔ Nepalgunj)
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All meals during expedition (B/L/D + tea/coffee)
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Professional fishing & rafting guides
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Raft & full support crew (safety kayaker, helpers, kitchen staff)
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Fishing & rafting permits
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Safety equipment & first aid
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Campfire & BBQ nights
What isn't included?
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International flights
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Personal fishing equipment (rods, reels, lures, etc.)
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Alcoholic beverages & personal expenses
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Travel insurance & medical expenses
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Tips & gratuities
Complimentary
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Welcome drink upon arrival
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Cultural dinner in Kathmandu
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Company expedition T-shirt / cap
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Group photo & digital expedition album