The Bhote Kosi / Upper Sun Kosi (during high water) is without a doubt the most action packed white water run in Nepal. The river drops off steeply providing continuous stretches of powerful class III-IV white water. Boulder gardens, small waterfalls, steep chutes and 90-degree bends present a multitude of hazards to be negotiated. The Bhote Kosi it is a technical river requiring an active crew. This run is not for the faint hearted!
At the end of an action packed day, you can relax and watch the sun set from the thatched bar of the Sukute Beach Resort or, the porch of your spacious, safari style tent. This is the place to mellow out! We guarantee that no one will try to sell you anything! Stay as long as you want, sunbathe on our sandy beach, read a book in peace, sit and chat around a fire, play backgammon in the bar, or enjoy the stars and sounds of the river.
Departing from Kathmandu:
Difficulty: 4 / (5)
From: Baseri
To: The Dam
Distance: 20km
River Days: 2
Av. Gradient: 80 ft per mile
Best Season: Oct-Dec, Feb-May
Departures every second day
| Feb: | 15 - 16 | 19 - 20 | 23 - 24 | 27 - 28 | |||||||
| March: | 03 - 04 | 07 - 08 | 11 - 12 | 14 - 15 | 16 - 17 | 18 - 19 | 20 - 21 | 22 - 23 | 24 - 25 | 26 - 27 | 28 - 29 |
| April: | 01 - 02 | 03 - 04 | 05 - 06 | 07 - 08 | 09 - 10 | 11 - 12 | 13 - 14 | 15 - 16 | 17 - 18 | 19 - 20 | |
| 21 - 22 | 23 - 24 | 25 - 26 | 27 - 28 | 29 - 30 | |||||||
| May: | 01 - 02 | 03 - 04 | 05 - 06 | 07 - 08 | 09 - 10 | 11 - 12 | 13 - 14 | 15 - 16 | 17 - 18 | 19 - 20 | 22 - 23* |
| October: | 04 - 05* | 11 - 12* | 18 - 19 | 25 - 26 | |||||||
| November: | 02 - 03 | 04 - 05 | 06 - 07 | 08 - 09 | 10 - 11 | 12 - 13 | 14 - 15 | 16 - 17 | 18 - 19 | 20 - 21 | 22 - 23 |
| 24 - 25 | 26 - 27 | 28 - 29 | 30 - 01 |
Note: Upper Sunkoshi will be run till the October 15th. Departure TWICE A WEEK' Saturday & Tuesday.
A beautiful steep mountain river only a few hours drive from KTM offering two days of intense challenging activity.
Rafters:
Rafters need no previous experience
Kayaking in Bhote Koshi:
This is the perfect river for the expert kayaker. The rapids are continuous and powerful with great surfing and hole riding. A bombproof roll is a prerequisite.
Itinerary
A Pre-departure meeting is held the evening prior to your departure at our Kathmandu office in 7 corner restaurant, 6pm.
Equipment List:
Kayaking gear: Kayakers bring all of your own boating gear (including floatation bags) and ask for an updated list of available kayaks. Weather should be good and water is relatively warm, but be prepared for the worst. I would recommend both a dry top and a shortie cag. Wet suit shorts are enough for the bottom. Booties/Tevas are always a good idea. Small dry bag to carry daily needs in kayak.
Rafting gear: We will supply you with all specialist river equipment, helmets, lifejackets and paddles. If you have a personal paddle jacket or shortie / farmer John wet suit, please bring them.
Water bottle: Although we carry water on the rafts, it’s always nice to have your own bottle.
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping pad / Thermorest
- Rain shell
- Warm jacket (down jacket-vest for Tamur Expedition)
- Hat
- Hiking shoes
- River shoes/Tevas
- Sunglasses Extra pair never hurt.
- Sun block
- Sun hat or visor
- Headlight
- Extra batteries
- A good book
- Toiletries
- Small First Aid Kit
Shammy or small towel: The best alternative to this is a wrap that is cheap and easy to buy once you get over there. They make great pants/skirt also.
Other clothes: Bring polypro and synthetic clothing. For women it is a good idea to have skirts or wraps rather than shorts, especially when we are trekking. Everyone will want to have t-shirts to wear in public places.
Personal First Aid Kit: If you have something you are particularly prone to: ear infections, foot rot, or sinus problems, bring what you need with you. You will definitely want to be carrying medicines for common illnesses like diarrhea, infections and upset stomachs, you will also need a complete set of inoculations for Asia, ask your doctor for advise.
Food: Please bring any of your own food: power bars, granola bars, dried fruit, chocolate, always nice to have. Gatorade Powder is a great way to drown out the taste of iodine in your drinking water.
Pre- Departure Info:
Raft 'N Rivers will be more than happy to organize all your internal travel arrangements in the Kingdom of Nepal. We have a wide variety of services and budget options to suit your needs including, airport pick-ups, sightseeing excursions, airline reconfirmation, hotel reservations and much more. Contact our friendly and experienced staff for a personal itinerary.
Cost Includes: All accommodation, river/trekking meals, instruction, trekking / river permits, raft support and local transportation. It does NOT include personal expenses, alcohol, candy, soft drinks or meals in Kathmandu or Pokhara. This will give you the flexibility to do as you wish, restaurants in Pokhara and Kathmandu are inexpensive and varied.
Age and Fitness: Age is an attitude and not a problem, but we do require that all expedition members be at least 18 years old. River running is a physical pursuit and expedition members should have a reasonable level of fitness. Expedition members should be good swimmers and comfortable in the water.
Insurance: Expedition members are responsible for having their own travel insurance including helicopter evacuation.
Vaccinations: Nepal has no official vaccination requirements for entry. However we recommend that you visit a doctor for the latest recommendations and protect yourself accordingly.
Visa: Visa can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport upon arrival. You will need 2 passport size photograph.
Currency: The best currency to have is US Dollars in travelers cheques, cash and/or credit cards. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are all accepted in Nepal.
Recommended Reading: "White Water Nepal," by Peter Knowles
Any of the many adventure travel guide books on Nepal, we recommend Lonely Planet publications.
A deposit of 50% of the trip total is required upon booking. The balance is required upon arrival.
