A world class popular Rafting
river offers good white water, gorges, wildlife, and
a feeling of remoteness. Recommended for peoples wanting
an exciting medium-length raft trip and as a self
sufficient kayak trip for intermediate and export kayakers. Named after the Hindu goddess of destruction,
Kali, the river rises in Mustang, on the northern
side of the Himalayan range. As it tumbles down between
the majestic Daulagiri and the Annapurna ranges, it
creates one of the world's deepest river canyons.
At Kalopani the river droops off the roof of the world
and cuts one of the deepest gorges in the world between
Dhaulagiri Height 8167m to the west and Annapurna
8091 m to the east. This gorge is one of ancient trading
route to through to Tibet and now a favorite route
for trekkers The recent damming of the lower portion
of this river, has left us with one of Nepal's premier
medium length river journeys; combining great whitewater
with some of the most beautiful scenery in Nepal,
seldom-visited villages, truly quiet and introspective
evenings, abundant wildlife, sandy beaches and outrageously
beautiful waterfalls. The rapids on the Kali Gandaki
are much more technical and continuous keeping paddlers
busy all day. Both experienced and novice rafters
love this. Nowhere else is it possible to find such
diversity on a 3 day raft trip.Nice drops, sparkling
chutes and turbulent rapids provide class III to IV+
runs during the fall and spring seasons. This ancient
trading route from Tibet takes you through the deepest
river gorge in the world. Watch for the Dhaulagiri
and Annapurna Mountain Ranges (the popular trekking
route) and have your camera ready.
Ending Point :Mirmere
Distance :60 KMS.
Grading :4 / (4 +)
Duration :3 Days.
Average gradient :25 ft per mile
Best season :Sept to Dec / Feb to May
Group Size :4- 6 Persons
Trip Option; Camping,Joining Basis & Private tour
Outline Itinerary
DAY 01 : Drive, Pokhara to Beni, Raft to Modikhola
Confluence.Camp.
7 30 am meet at our Office - store extra luggage.
Breakfast, (not included). Drive to Beni 3 hours.The
drive offers the stunning views of some world's popular
mountains; over 8000 Meters Annapurna , Dhaulagiri,
Manaslu and other numerous mountains. Unload gear
eat lunch and load rafts. Safety briefing - depart.
After a brief warm we encounter 2 big class 4 rapids
"little Brother" and "Big Brother".
After scouting the rapid's safety kayaks will descend
followed by the rafts. The confluence of the Modi
Khola marks arrival at the evening campsite. Unload
rafts one team prepares dinner whilst the others relax,
take in the scenery or play volleyball. Nepalese Staff
prepare dinner. After dinner you will enjoy camp fire,
Nepalese typical folk songs and dances at the sandy
ground.
Day 0 2 : Raft Modi Khola, Confluence
to Purti Ghat, Camp.
After Breakfast packing rafts, Rafting Commence, Plenty
of adrenaline and spectacular scenery. Views of Annapurnna1
and Himalchuli are interspersed with continuous class
III sections of river, culminating with the challenging
class IV rapids, "Refund" and "Tombstone".
The section of river is abundant with vines, wildlife
and Lush vegetation and spectacular waterfalls cascade
down cliff faces and lead us to camp at the village
of Purti Ghat at the sandy River Bank. Upon arrival
at Camp, staff prepare dinner, local comes to talk
to you, they may offer you to play volley ball. After
dinner, you can enjoy some alcoholic beverage enjoy
on camp fire, yours own music, song or join with staff
for Nepalese folk song and dances.
Day 03 : Rafting Putri Ghat to Mirmere,
Drive to Pokhara (5hrs).
After BF, soon after being back on the water we reach
at the holy village of Seti Beni team members have
the opportunity to take photo's of the Kali Gandaki's
biggest rapids and this sacred Hindu temple. The river
has deposited a house size boulder in the confluence
with a smaller tributary. Since confluence considered
holy places in the Hindu Religion this boulder has
become an important shrine to the locals. There is
usually a great audience to watch and listen to the
spectacles as each team negotiates the rapid that
has formed around this holy place. Not long after
this the journey comes to an end.Bus to Pokhara.
Tour
Cost & Inquiry: askinfo @enet.com.np
or
info@nepaltravels.com
Prices US$ 40.00 PP Each Day
Joining Basis
Service Include :
Freshly cooked full board Meals, Camping gears;
two men a tent sharing, Kitchen tent, Dining tent,
toilet tent, life jackets, helmet. Ground transportation
going by tourist Bus or return after the trip tourist
bus or local Bus depending upon the mode of transportation
available at put-in and pull-out point, staffs;
Cook, Captain and kitchen crews.
Service does not include :
Bar Bills, Private Transport, Emergency evacuation,
things of personal use and travel insurance, Private
vehicle.
What we provide:
Things you need to Bring
Please bring with you shorts and a
T-shirt or swimwear for on the river, suitable footwear
for wearing in the raft, warm clothing for the evenings,
a towel, sun block and your camera. A flashlight
is also useful
What you need to tell us
Please tell us if you are a non-swimmer, or
not very confident in the water. Also it is essential
that you inform us of any medical conditions that
may affect your well being on the trip.
Safety
Adventure Whitewater takes the safety of its clients
very seriously. All our guides are licensed, with
many years of experience on the rivers of Nepal
and other European countries. All are trained in
CPR, First Aid and advanced river rescue techniques.
SAFARI OPTION :
For those who don't cherish the thought of returning
directly to civilization, consider visiting the
Royal Chitwan National Park. In Chitwan you will
enjoy a variety of activities ranging from elephant
safaris (unquestionably the best vehicle from which
to view rhinoceros and tigers), canoeing amongst
marsh mugger crocodiles, jungle walks and bird
watching
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