Overview
Bhotekoshi river rafting is a pure adventure activity where one can enjoy the white water rapids in the fast-flowing river of Bhotekoshi. The river has been recently opened for rafting purposes and offers a wide range of natural beauties at your kind pursuance. The fast-paced rapid that one can experience in this river is a complete phenomenon. Located 70 kilometers east of Kathmandu, Bhotekoshi River has been the favorite of adventure lovers’ dues to its faced paced adventurous thrills. The river drops down steep to create some challenging stretches that varies from class III to IV level rapids. Besides the stretches, the picturesque views of lush hills, untouched greenery and countryside landscape of the region while flowing along the rapids of white water enhances the appeal of Bhotekoshi river rafting.
Bhotekoshi River is the steepest river available for rafting in Nepal. It is not only used for rafting but for kayaking as well. The gorge of Bhotekoshi also offers a natural bungee jumping spot in Nepal. So, if you want to extend your adventure to kayaking and bungee jumping, Bhotekoshi river rafting can be the best suit for you. It is an action-packed thrill that caters the desire of rafters for experiencing the adrenaline rush. The journey of Bhotekoshi river rafting starts with a drive around three hours along the countryside landscape of Nepal. We pass scenic views of lush hills, valleys, forests and river as we drive towards Lomosangu, our rafting spot. Here, we meet the professional rafting guides who will brief us about the safety measures and paddling techniques.
After the brief orientation, we start our rafting journey. We raft for around 16 kilometers enjoying the rapids of class 3. Then we set up our camps at Barhabise for experiencing some more thrills the other day. The next day, we enjoy some high rapids of white water for a full day and end the trip at Dolalghat. We capture the magnificence of lush hills, farmlands, steep slopes and villages above the river as we flow rapidly down below. Bhotekoshi river rafting is a well-rated rafting adventure that allows a fellow traveler to experience the awesome mix of white water fun and natural splendor.
Some facts about Bhotekoshi river rafting
1. Bhotekoshi river rafting is operated during spring (February to May) and autumn (October to December) season.
2. The grade of Bhotekoshi river rafting during spring is 3 to 4 and autumn is 3 to 5
3. Bhotekoshi river rafting starts from Lomosangu Dam which is 95 kilometers east to Kathmandu
4. Bhotekoshi river rafting ends at Dolalghat bazaar
5. The rafting journey covers 20 km river distance
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 : Drive to Lomosangu and enjoy rafting
Early in the morning, we pick you up from the hotel for a scenic drive towards Lomosangu. We then drive for around three hours along the countryside landscape of Nepal enjoying the scenic views of lush hills, valleys, forests and river. As we reach Lomosangu, we head towards the rafting spot. Here, we meet the professional rafting guides who will brief us about the safety measures and paddling techniques. After the brief orientation, we start our rafting journey. We raft for around 16 kilometers enjoying the rapids of class 3. Then we set up our camps at Barhabise for experiencing some more thrills tomorrow. Tonight at the tented camps in Barhabise
Day 2 : Enjoy rafting and return back to Kathmandu
After breakfast at the camps, we get ready for a full day white water rafting adventure. Get ready for some fun as you are going to enjoy some high rapids of white water. Today, we raft some more miles and end our trip at Dolalghat. After finishing the rafting adventure, we enjoy our lunch at Dolalghat and drive back to Kathmandu. You will be dropped at your destination in the evening.