White Water Rafting and Chitwan National Park Tour - 3 Nights/ 4 Days
Days: 4 /
Difficulty: 1 of 5 (Easy)
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Min Group Size: 1 /
Max Group Size: 14
Overview: The Trishuli River is the most easily accessible from Kathmandu, Pokhara and Royal Chitwan National Park by far a trip on this river can be made for a varied duration, depending upon the availability of time and interest. Scenic valleys and impressive gorges, exhilarating rapids and easier sections as well as the right amount of time all make it the perfect trip for first-time or experienced rafters.
Since the end of the 19th century Chitwan - Heart of the Jungle — used to be a favorite hunting ground for Nepal’s ruling class during the winter seasons. Until the 1950s, the journey from Kathmandu to Nepal’s South was arduous as the area could only be reached by foot. Thus, in an area known as Four Mile Forest comfortable camps were set up for the feudal big game hunters and their entourage, where they stayed for a couple of months shooting hundreds of tigers, rhinocerosses, leopards and sloth bears. In 1950, Chitwan’s forest and grasslands extended over more than 2,600 km2 (1,000 sq mi) and was home to about 800 rhinos. When poor farmers from the mid-hills moved to the Chitwan Valley in search of arable land, the area was subsequently opened for settlement, and poaching of wildlife became rampant. In 1957, the country's first conservation law inured to the protection of rhinos and their habitat. In 1959, Edwar Pritchard Gee undertook a survey of the area, recommended creation of a protected area north of the Rapti River and of a wildlife sanctuary south of the river for a trial period of ten years. After his subsequent survey of Chitwan in 1963, this time for both the Fauna Preservation Society and the International Union for Conservation of Nature, he recommended extension of the sanctuary to the south. By the end of the 1960s, 70% of Chitwan’s jungles were cleared using DDT, thousands of people had settled there, and only 95 rhinos remained.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Charaudi to Kurinighat: Soon after breakfast, at about 7.30 am, we drive from Kathmandu heading for Charaudi, the put-in point. After a 2 and half hour drive, Charaudi is reached where a crowd of friendly local people eagerly wait to watch the proceedings. The sight of foreigners all geared up for rafting fascinates them. The crew prepares the rafts, after which all head towards the river for Safety Talk and lessons on how to use paddles. On the first day a number of Class I to Class III rapids are encountered. Ratings are all given on the international rating scale. Two hours down the river is a beach with strange shaped boulders that resemble sculptures and this is the lunch spot. Outdoor lunch by the river is always an enchanting experience. It also gives everyone a break from paddling and time to take in the scenery Paddling down after lunch, a large gorge is encountered, the Trishuli gorge, which is narrow and the walls very steep causing the river to accelerate through it. Naturally the rapids here are more ferocious and also more frequent. This is an exciting section and time to hold on tight. We finally come across a rapid named after a very old suspension bridge, Jhoolunge Pul. Looking up one can see a crowd of locals chattering with excitement as they watch the adventurous foreigners tackle the river on rubber boats. One thing to watch for along the riverside, are the geological formations that look intriguing. At the end of the day, it is time to stop and set up camp at Kuringhat, which is a very popular expatriates and locals as well. The crew gets busy pitching up tents and everyone is welcome to help in whatever chores need to get done. A feeling of togetherness is encouraged which adds a lot to the enjoyment of the trip. Dinner is prepared under gas fires and it is also the time to come together and share experiences. Camping out under the brilliant stars on the riverside with the roar of the river as a backdrop is an amazing experience. Campsite dinners can be quite entertaining when people share their personal tales. We do have our own Resort in Kurinighat called River Fun Beach Resort, where we will serve all meal and accommodation.
Day 02: Kurinighat to Simaltar: Comparatively, the second day starts at a leisurely pace. Soon after an early breakfast, it is time to move and the wonderful Kuringhat is left behind for yet more adventures on the river. There are numerous bouncy rapids along this stretch and the views are splendid. Enjoy the sights of emerald hillsides and golden paddy fields of the Nepalese countryside. One and a half hours down river is the confluence of the Trishuli and the rumbling Marsyangdi. Coming from west Nepal, the Marsyangdi is a very popular river for white water rafting. Being more technical than the Trishuli, it attracts a lot of avid rafters. The trip however, does not end here and rafting further down, a place called Tea Pot is reached. The exhilarating river run comes to an end here and guests drive back to Chitwan for a safari in the pristine jungles of the Chitwan National Park, Asia's most well-preserved wildlife habitat. Transfer to Resort.
2 Night 3 Days Chitwan Tour Package Program
- Arrival
- Refreshment
- Briefing about our resort & its facilities.
- Lunch
- Village tour: Tharus are the indigenous inhabitations of the Terai. Our expert guide will help you to meet the Tharu people and experience their traditional way of living. This brings you many years back to human civilization and in the evening, we will entertain you with Tharu folk dances performed by Tharu troupes and invite guests to join them in this rhythmic display.
- Dinner
- Stay overnight at Green Park Chitwan Resort
Day 03: In Chitwan National Park
- Wake up
- Breakfast
- Jeep Safari: An alternative to explore the jungle is the jeep safari. Though is a bit noisier than the elephant safari, the jeep safari covers a larger area of the jungle in a fast-moving vehicle. The more area covered the more chance of you being chased by a tiger as you ride safely at the back of the jeep. Another bonus you can enjoy through the jeep safari is you can accommodate your group all at once. This, however, maybe a drawback for the visitors as you may miss a few shy animals and also the natural state of the same by the sound of the vehicle.
- Lunch
- Canoe ride: Canoe ride in Rapti river is the more thrilling activities to explore Chitwan National Park and to view different aquatic animals and wildlife of Chitwan National Park. Canoe is a dug out boat made traditionally with a single wooden log by local inhabitant which can be done in the morning & afternoon. Visitors can enjoy sights of Marsh Mugger & Gharial crocodiles basking on the banks of the Rapti river.
- Tharu cultural program in Chitwan
- Dinner
- Stay overnight at Green Park Chitwan Resort
Day 04: Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu
- Wake up
- Tea & coffee
- Bird watching: Bird watching simply means observation or study of birds in its natural habitat.Chitwan National Park is the popular spots for bird watching with over 450 species of birds. While travelling on jeep or riding on elephant back you will able to see numbers of birds. Blue-Throat,long-tailed nightjar, lesser adjutant storks,Brown crakes,Brown Fish owl etc are the famous birds found in Chitwan National Park.
- Breakfast
- Proceed for departure and drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to your own Hotel.
For Foreigners
# Trip Pricing on Group Size Basis: (Drive in and drive out)
All inclusive Tour Price for single/individual/solo traveler; USD 655
All inclusive Tour Price for 2-3 travelers basis; USD 495 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 4-5 travelers basis; USD 450 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 6-9 travelers basis; USD 425 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 10-14 travelers basis; USD 400 per person
For Indian Nationals
# Trip Pricing on Group Size Basis: (Drive in and drive out)
All inclusive Tour Price for single/individual/solo traveler; INR 44,000
All inclusive Tour Price for 2-3 travelers basis; INR 34,000 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 4-5 travelers basis; INR 30,000 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 6-9 travelers basis; INR 28,000 per person
All inclusive Tour Price for 10-14 travelers basis; INR 26,000 per person
Customize Your Tour: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The tour package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@gmail.com or snftnepal@yahoo.de
| Dates | Price starts from/Adult | Status * |
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| Flexible / On request Book this Trip | USD 400 EUR 346 SFr 331 GBP 303 AUD 583 CAD 555 | Available on request |
* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.
Our white-water-rafting-and-chitwan-national-park-tour-3-nights-4-days Package Cost includes:
Our Tour Package Cost include:
* All transportation from and to the Rafting Points by private vehicle.
* All Rafting Equipment.
* All Safety Equipments (Life jacket and helmet while on rafting).
* Water proof Bag for your valuable things.
* All meal during the Rafting Period (3 meals a day, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with Tea, Coffee and Hot Water).
* Accommodation at Green Park Chitwan Resort.
* Chitwan National Park, Jungle Safari Cost on full board basis.
* Comprehensive medical kit.
* Full rafting staff (crew) including guides, helper, and cook and as per requirements.
* Agency Service charge.
* All government taxes.
Our white-water-rafting-and-chitwan-national-park-tour-3-nights-4-days Package Cost doesn't include:
Our Tour Package Cost doesn't include:
* Any meals and accommodation in Kathmandu.
* Travel insurance.
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
* Items and expenses of personal nature.
* Transportation to your next destination.
* Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, internet.
* Personal Equipment.
* Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
* Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
* Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
* Tips.
Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.
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