Seti Karnali Rafting Expedition – 6 Days

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Kathmandu → Nepalgunj (Flight) → Dipayal (Drive)

Your journey begins with a scenic one-hour flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, a bustling city in western Nepal. Upon arrival, our team will transfer you by private jeep on an 8-hour drive through beautiful countryside and rolling hills to reach Dipayal, the rafting put-in point on the Seti River.

• Enjoy the changing landscapes from the Terai plains to the mid-hills.
• Overnight stay at a tourist-standard hotel in Dipayal, preparing for the rafting adventure ahead.

Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 : Dipayal → Scorpion Beach (Rafting Day)

After breakfast, your rafting adventure begins! Our expert rafting guides will provide a detailed safety briefing and paddling instruction before launching onto the mighty Seti River.

• Paddle through thrilling Class III–IV rapids, crystal-clear waters, and remote jungle canyons.
• Stop along the riverbanks for lunch and relaxation.
• In the evening, set up a riverside wilderness camp at Scorpion Beach, surrounded by panoramic views and starlit skies.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 : Scorpion Beach → Lode Khola (Seti–Karnali Confluence)

Today’s rafting takes you through exhilarating rapids and breathtaking scenery as you continue down the Seti.

• Encounter technical rapids, wave trains, and whirlpools along the way.
• Reach the famous confluence where the Seti River meets the Karnali River, Nepal’s longest and one of its wildest rivers.
• Set up overnight camping at Lode Khola, with opportunities for photography, fishing, and nature walks.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 : Lode Khola → Thuli Gadh

The river widens and grows more powerful as you enter the mighty Karnali.

• Experience long stretches of big-water Class III–IV rapids with giant waves that give you an adrenaline rush.
• Pass through lush jungles, remote villages, and sandy beaches along the river.
• Camp overnight at Thuli Gadh, a beautiful sandy riverside spot with incredible views of the Karnali gorge.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 : Thuli Gadh → Tamcha Beach

This day is the highlight for thrill-seekers as you raft through the big-water section of the Karnali River.

• Face long wave trains, rolling rapids, and continuous whitewater excitement.
• Keep your eyes open for wildlife – including monkeys, exotic birds, and, if lucky, the endangered freshwater Gangetic dolphin.
• Overnight camp at Tamcha Beach, where you can relax by the campfire, enjoy freshly cooked meals, and share stories under the stars.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 : Tamcha → Solta (Rafting Take-Out) → Chisapani → Nepalgunj → Kathmandu

Your final rafting day offers a mix of fast rapids and calm floating stretches, giving you time to soak in the scenery one last time.

• Take-out at Solta village, where the rafting adventure ends.
• Drive to Chisapani, gateway to Bardia National Park, with options for jungle safaris or angling extensions.
• Continue the drive back to Nepalgunj for your evening flight to Kathmandu.
• Trip ends with unforgettable memories of your Karnali rafting expedition in Nepal.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch