Seti–Karnali Golden Mahseer Angling Expedition - 20 Days
| Trip code | SKMAER-2026 |
| Package name | Seti–Karnali Golden Mahseer Angling Expedition - 20 Days |
| Duration | 20 |
| Max. elevation | 1310 m |
| Level | easy |
| Transportation | <p class="MsoNormal">Private Jeep and Domestic round air transfer<o:p></o:p></p> |
| Accomodation | |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu- Kathmandu |
| Cost | USD 5,299 per person |
Highlights
- 20-day expedition-style angling adventure in Nepal’s remote western river systems 🎣
- Target the legendary Golden Mahseer, including potential trophy-size fish in the Karnali River
- Fish along both the Seti River and Karnali River, two of Nepal’s most scenic and powerful waterways
- Explore the Seti–Karnali confluence zone, known for deep pools and big-fish potential
- Gradual fishing progression from warm-up pools to trophy Mahseer territory
- Opportunity to use both fly fishing and spinning techniques
- Float through canyon sections, jungle corridors, calm pools, rapids, and wide river channels
- Remote riverside camping experience throughout the expedition
- Long casting zones, deep holding pools, current edges, and technical sight-casting opportunities
- Starts and ends in Kathmandu, with return travel via Nepalgunj
- Ideal for anglers seeking a mix of wilderness, river adventure, and serious fishing
- Suitable for an easy-level adventure, while still offering a true remote expedition feel
Overview
The Seti–Karnali Mahseer Angling Expedition – 20 Days is a unique river-based fishing adventure designed for anglers seeking remote wilderness, scenic river travel, and the chance to target the legendary Golden Mahseer in Nepal’s western river systems.
Starting and ending in Kathmandu, this expedition combines flight, road travel, rafting, riverside camping, and guided angling along the Seti River and into the mighty Karnali River. The journey begins with arrival, permit arrangements, gear checks, and final expedition preparation before heading west to the river put-in near Dipayal.
Over the following days, guests float through peaceful pools, shallow runs, canyon sections, jungle corridors, confluence zones, and wide lower-river channels. The route gradually builds from warm-up fishing stretches to prime Mahseer territory near the Seti–Karnali confluence, where anglers can target larger fish in deep pools, current edges, and long casting zones.
This expedition is suitable for anglers looking for an easy-level but adventurous fishing journey, with a balance of floating, camping, fly fishing, spinning, and trophy-fish hunting. Remote riverside camps, quiet wilderness, and long fishing sessions make this trip ideal for those who want a true expedition-style angling experience away from crowded routes.
The final fishing stretch ends at Chisapani, followed by a return journey via Nepalgunj and flight back to Kathmandu. With its combination of river adventure, wilderness camping, and serious Mahseer fishing potential, this 20-day expedition offers one of Nepal’s most memorable angling experiences.
Trip Preparation
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
- Hotel, briefing, permits
Day 2 : Preparation Day
- Gear check, final packing
🚣 River Expedition Begins
Day 3 : Travel to Dipayal → Camp A
- Flight + drive
- Seti River put-in
- Short evening fishing
Day 4 : Camp A → Camp B
- Easy float, warm-up fishing
- Focus: shallow runs & pools
Day 5 : Camp B → Camp C
- Increasing river gradient
- Good spinning water
Day 6 : Camp C → Camp D
- Narrow canyon sections
- Excellent fly fishing pools
Day 7 : Camp D → Camp E
- Mixed rapids + calm pools
- Active Mahseer zone
Day 8 : Camp E → Camp F
- Remote jungle stretch
- Strong mid-size fish activity
Day 9 : Camp F → Camp G
- Approach to bigger water
- Deeper holding pools
Day 10 : Camp G → Camp H
- Technical fishing day
- Sight casting opportunities
🌊 Confluence Trophy Zone
Day 11 : Camp H → Camp I
- Near Seti–Karnali confluence
- First big fish chances
Day 12 : Camp I → Camp J
- Prime trophy pools
- Target: 15–25+ kg Mahseer
Day 13 : Camp J → Camp K
- Strong current edges
- Deep holding zones
- Lower Karnali (Big Fish Territory)
Day 14 : Camp K → Camp L
- Wider river begins
- Long casting zones
Day 15 : Camp L → Camp M
- Deep channels
- High trophy potential
Day 16 : Camp M → Camp N
- Slower flow
- Ideal for fly + spin combo
Day 17 : Camp N → Camp O
- Final big fish stretch
- Long fishing sessions
Day 18 : Camp O → Camp P (Chisapani Take-out)
- Last fishing opportunity
- Expedition closing camp
- 🚐 Return Journey
Day 19 : Drive to Nepalgunj → Fly to Kathmandu
- Drive to Nepalgunj, flight to Kathmandu
Day 20 : Departure
- Final day for relaxation and departure
Inclusions
What is included?
- Airport arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per itinerary
- Expedition briefing and permit assistance
- Domestic flight: Kathmandu → Dipayal / nearby airport sector as per availability
- Return travel: Chisapani → Nepalgunj by road and Nepalgunj → Kathmandu by flight
- Private ground transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
- River expedition support with rafting / floating arrangements
- Professional fishing guide and river crew
- Camping accommodation during the river expedition
- All main meals during the camping expedition
- Basic camping equipment such as tents, kitchen setup, dining setup, and sleeping arrangements
- Fishing support on Seti and Karnali River sections
- Safety equipment for river travel
- Local permits and required expedition arrangements
- First-aid kit carried by the expedition team
What isn't included?
- International airfare to and from Nepal
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Travel insurance, including emergency evacuation coverage
- Personal fishing gear, rods, reels, lures, flies, waders, and tackle
- Personal clothing, sleeping bag, dry bags, and personal outdoor equipment
- Meals in Kathmandu unless specifically mentioned
- Extra hotel nights in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, flight delay, or itinerary changes
- Alcoholic drinks, bottled drinks, snacks, and personal expenses
- Tips for guides, river crew, drivers, and hotel staff
- Extra costs caused by weather, flight cancellation, road blockage, river conditions, political issues, or other circumstances beyond control
- Medical expenses, rescue, evacuation, or emergency transportation
- Any services not clearly mentioned in the Cost Includes section
Complimentary
- Complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu
- Welcome briefing with tea or coffee on arrival ☕
- Assistance with fishing permit arrangements
- Expedition map and route briefing before departure
- Basic first-aid support during the expedition
- Drinking water during the river camping days
- Use of shared camping equipment during the expedition
- Complimentary farewell dinner in Kathmandu after the expedition
- Trip completion certificate / expedition souvenir
- Support for storing extra luggage in Kathmandu during the river expedition