TRIP DURATION:  10 Days

TRIP DATE: 11th – 20th Nov, 2026

GROUP SIZE: 12 pax

TRIP COST: $1,790/person

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TRIP DETAILS:

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Welcome to the Karnali, Nepal’s last undammed and free flowing giant, lovingly compared to the Grand Canyon of Asia for the awe it inspires and the powerful sense of journey it delivers.

On the biggest water day, the canyon walls rise tall and powerful, while the rest of the journey flows through dense jungle and occasional massive cliff faces that remind you how wild this place truly is.

This river is breathing its last wild breath, and you are here to ride it while it still roars.

Over the course of this journey you will:

• Paddle through deep wilderness

• Connect with remote culture

• Meet a river crew who does not just guide — they live for this

Their passion and precision make this expedition not only possible, but personal.

This is an adventure wrapped in comfort. Wild days on the river, warm meals by the fire, and a final chapter that ends with massage tables and music in Kathmandu.

Whitewater with heart, expedition with soul.

Let’s go.

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WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES:

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• Domestic flights back and forth

• Transportation to and from the river

• International Rafting Federation-certified guides and safety kayakers

• Gear raft support

• International certified equipment

• Dry bags and pelican boxes to keep your personal items dry and safe on the river

• All the meals and treated drinking water during the expedition

• Tents, simple mattress and sleeping bags

• River permits

• First aid kits

 

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:

 

• Lunch and Dinner whilst staying in Kathmandu

• Entry fee while cultural visit in Kathmandu

• International flights to Nepal

• Bottled drinks (any kind) whilst on river

• Your travel insurance

• Expenses of personal nature

• Any additional activities not in the itinerary

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ITINERARY:

 

DAY 0 : 10th November, Tuesday -> Kathmandu Welcome and Team Huddle

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Touchdown in Nepal!

We pick you up, you kick back. Check into your comfy hotel in Kathmandu, breathe in that Himalayan air, and let the adventure vibe sink in.

In the evening we gather for a team huddle:

• gear talk

• last minute questions

• laughs over our first dinner together

It’s getting real.

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DAY 1 : 11th November, Wednesday ->Flight to Nepalgunj and Road to the Wild

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Fuel up early, grab a window seat and enjoy one of the most jaw-dropping mountain flights of your life.

Once we land in Nepalgunj, we hit the road in our private ride, cruising 5 hours through the lowlands to reach our put-in point.

You’ll meet the river crew and sleep riverside tonight under a million stars.

Welcome to Karnali country.

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DAY 2 : 12th November, Thursday ->  Temple Walk and River Launch

Wake up to river sounds and the smell of camp breakfast. Stretch your legs with a walk to a nearby temple before preparing to launch onto the Karnali. After final gear checks and safety briefing, we push off into the current and begin our journey.
The river eases us in with friendly rapids and stunning scenery as the valley opens around us. Camp tonight on a sandy beach with the jungle humming around us.

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DAY 3 : 13th November, Friday -> Whitewater Warm Up and Jungle Vibes

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Birdsong, mist and river steam rise with the sun. Today's got punchy Class III to IV rapids to shake off the rust and test your lines. You'll start to feel the team locking in paddle sync, quick rescues, shared stoke. This is when the crew starts to click. Night two on the river, you're getting into the rhythm now.

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DAY 4 : 14th November, Saturday -> Rapids, Canyons and River Grins

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More whitewater, more wow. We paddle through deep gorges and take on a lively mix of Class III to IV rapids. This is the Karnali showing off its playful side, with wave trains and punchy features that keep you engaged. Stoke is high, the team is flowing, and the jungle cliffs around you feel like something from another world. Campfire stories guaranteed!

 

DAY 5 : 15th November, Sunday -> Whitewater Core – The Big One

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Today is when everything we have been working on comes together. It is the day we deliver our best—every paddle stroke, every command, every reaction honed as a team. We need it all to conquer the big name rapids that define Karnali's whitewater legacy: God's House, Juicer, and many more. This is the day that makes the trip. You will arrive at camp tired, proud, and forever changed.

 

DAY 6 : 16th November, Monday -> Flow State and River Zen

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The river chills a little. We swap back to back rapids for long scenic floats with occasional surprises. The Karnali begins to widen, giving us glimpses of distant life—fishermen on the banks, kids waving from hidden paths, dense jungle still closing in tight. It's a well deserved chill day on the river, letting your body breathe and your mind wander.

 

DAY 7 : 17th November, Tuesday -> Journey Toward the Flatlands

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Signs of civilization begin to appear—bigger villages, fields, even a few bridges. But the jungle still hugs the river, and you're still out there. It's a beautiful blend of raw and real. One more night camping by the water, make it count.

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DAY 8 : 18th November, Wednesday ->  Take Out at Chisapani and Back to the Buzz

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The mighty Karnali spills into the plains. We reach Chisapani Bridge and pull the boats for the last time. Officially, the Karnali Expedition is over. From here, fly or drive back to Kathmandu, or detour for a jungle safari in Bardia. Either way, you'll be back in town by tomorrow for that long shower and well earned celebration.

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DAY 9 : 19th November, Thursday -> Final Crew Vibes – Spa Time and Last Night Together

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You earned this. After days of paddling, sleeping under the stars, and crushing rapids, it's time to treat yourself. Get that well deserved massage, pedicure, or full blown spa reset. The city will feel loud but your soul will be calm. In the evening, we come together one last time for a farewell dinner, music, and memories. This is the final team gathering, the one where the hugs are tighter, the laughs are louder, and the bonds are sealed for life.

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DAY 10 : 20th November, Friday ->Depart or Reset for the Next Adventure

Some will fly home, some will stay, and a few brave souls might already be plotting their next river. However you exit, we'll get you to the airport with hugs, high fives, and a river sized dose of gratitude. See you downstream.

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