Sun Koshi is one of the ten most benevolent white water rafting rivers in the world, originates near Mt. Sisapangma and flows 270 km. down the eastwards through the great Mahabharat-lekh range. The further we raft down; the river becomes bigger after the confluence with its numerous tributaries encompassing Dudhkoshi from the Mt. Everest, Arun, Tamur etc. The area is so remote so that we always have to rely on our supplies and gears. As its having huge volume of water, the rapids (3-5 class) are so big that the raft will disappear from the sight of those standing on the shore!

Itinerary 01
(09 days trip)

Day 01: 

Drive from Kathmandu to Balephi, the raft put in point (3hrs driving). After lunch all equipment are packed for rafting. Your guide will narrate some important safety and paddling briefing. Immediately, the action starts- paddle forward and harder. The three class rapids will be exercise for the learner rafters. The area is scenic and panoramic. Camp set at Dolalghat. Enjoy the Dinner and campfire. 

Day 02:

After having Breakfast you paddle down to encounter with challenge of "Meatgrinder"i.e. IV+ rapids. A few meters below here the Tamakoshi joins Sunkoshi on the left with a beach on the confluence. There is another beautiful Shiva Temple, where the local pilgrims come to worship every morning. We camp here.

Day 03:

Until the confluence with the Likhu Khola, you have short easy rafting and rapids are only iii class. Thereafter, very soon you face the iv + rapid "High Anxitiety" with a large hole on the left highway down and series of holes at the bottom. Swim for a while splashing each other and camp.

Day 04:

After facing a several 3+rapids, you stop for a while to buy some necessary provisions. Be ready to paddle faster because you encounter with challenge of v class rapids "Harkapur 2" and "Harkapur 3", the hardest and biggest in this trip, which should be carefully scouted. You camp overnight.

Day 05:

After the confluence with the Dudhkoshi river from Mt.Everest, the river becomes wide in size. But very soon you meet the "Jaws", iv rapid.

Day 06:

Today is the hard day, as you will encounter with V class rapids “Rhino Rocks" and "Jungle Corridor" and a few continuous white water. Waterfalls cascade on both sides of the river. One waterfall makes great spot for a team shower. You set camp and enjoy the tranquil night.

Day 07:

Relax yourselves because you paddle too much for couple of days.

Day 08:

Great waves not a big rapid so you can ask our kayakers to instruct you about how to roll.

Day 09:

Today you are going to face the last rapid of this trip "Bigdipper" is a series of huge standing waves. A few KM down you meet Arun and Tamur to form the river As Saptakoshi(seven rivers) and you will have numerous waves and whirlpools. For a short time you go to visit Barahi temple in order to pick a so-looked small rock. You finish your trip at Chatara and then drive back to Kathmandu or you can take plane to fly back to Kathmandu from biratnagar.

Itinerary 02:
(10 days trip)

Day 01:

Early morning drive to Balephi (65 Km), Start rafting from Balephi & Raft up to Dolalghat
Early in the morning you drive through 65 km route for 3 hours to get to Balephi, your raft put in point. After arriving at Balephi, lunch is served. Prior to rafting all the concerned details are thoroughly briefed out and then equipped with appropriate gear you venture into rafting journey piloted by expert river guide. Paddling along the rhythm of river amid the picturesque landscape, exquisite wilderness and panorama of majestic hills, you head towards Dolalghat. On reaching Dolalghat, you witness terraced fields and traditional Nepali houses perched on the hillsides and slopes. This glorious adventure concludes for the day with camping at a superb site in Dolalghat.

Day 02:

Raft from Dolalghat to Pucharghat.
You continue rafting against thrashing rapids. By the time this exhilarating river ride meanders against class IV ‘No exit’ and ‘Meatgrinder’ rapids towards Pucharghat, it becomes much easier to control the fast-paced whitewater run. Pristine Tamang villages zoom out into picture. Eventually, after hours of succumbing to unparalled rafting challenges you camp at Pucharghat.

Day 03:

Raft from Pucharghat to Dhani Ghat.
As the rafting trip advances further, you get more familiarized with the topology of Sun Kosi river. Besides rendezvous with exhilarating scenic rapids, breathtaking scenery and ethno-cultural heritages are the other attractive prospects that make your journey so very enriching, memorable and satisfying. You also enter the confluence of the Likhu Khola. Finally, you camp at Dhani Ghat.

Day 04:

Raft from Dhani Ghat to Harkapur.
The river trip meets a series of whitewater rapids with various intensities at regular intervals. You encounter amazing boulder-strewn whitewater bonanza! On rafting towards Harkapur, you struggle against class III rapids. The trip gets more challenging and threatening as torrential rapids transforms into V class rapids. Expertise of river guide coupled with extreme precaution and safety measures play key roles at this point. After fun-filled adventurous rafting trip, you camp at Harkapur.

Day 05:

Drive from Harkapur to Raighat.
Rafting past Harkapur has us encounter with IV class rapids as you enter the confluence of the Dudhkoshi River. Amidst the exotic eco-system and natural vistas, the river widens below the Dudhkoshi and flow through a broad valley after mellowing down. In comparison to Sun Kosi, Dudhkoshi is much colder. After having maneuvered through awesome rapids like Rapid Punch, Juddy, High anxiety, Motorcycle, Harkapur 1, Harkapur 2 and Harkapur 3, you eventually reach Raighat where we set a camp.

Day 06:

Rest day
You set aside this day for complete mental and physical rest. After proper rest, you can explore the areas around the campsite. You can even have beauty of nature evidenced in our picturesque snapshots. Viewing the most blissful sight of mesmerizing Mt. Everest is another visual treat sprawled before us.

Day 07:

Raft from Raighat to Raswaghat.
Fighting against rapids like Jaws and Dead Man’s Eddy, you raft past a suspension bridge and a huge eddy. Your heart palpitates with adventure spirit as you paddle ahead for more challenging whitewater rafting. Exotic wilderness and nature remain our witnesses all through this thrilling river trip. Your river guide provides you informative tidbits from time and again. You conclude the trip of the day by lastly camping at Raswaghat.

Day 08:

Raft from Raswaghat to Riverghat.
Making your way through wild verdant vegetation, rock-strewn cliff and house-sized boulders, you bounce and splash against the untamed river. Further ahead, you encounter continuous white water with rapids like Rhino Rocks and Jungle Corridor. You will be treated with awesome view of exotic wilderness, pristine hamlets and picturesque landscape. As you reach near Riverghat, you look out for a suitable campsite.

Day 09:

Raft from Riverghat to Ranitar.
As the untamed river cuts against the rocky banks, crash into rocks and crevices breaking into foaming white water rapids, you position the raft securely abiding the instructions of your river guide. Enjoying the stunning scenery, you white water raft through narrow canyons and furious rapids like Chamereghat and Darsandhungat. After arriving at Ranitar, you put a halt to the trip for the day and camp at a fantastic location.

Day 10:

Chatara, Pick up and Drive to Biratnagar
Departing from Ranitar, you paddle along imperial rapid, Big dipper. Soon after discovering enchanting waterfalls and paradisiacal side canyons, you enter Tribeni Ghat, the confluence of river Arun, Tamur and beginning of the Sapta Kosi river. Holding onto the cherishing memories of the trip, you bid farewell to our rafting journey after arriving at Chatara. There is a Barahi temple lying in the vicinity of Chatara. You can visit this temple to pay your homage to lord Vishnu. Thereafter, you drive to Biratnagar.