It is a magnificent white water trip, one of the best in the world, approximately 130 rapids in 120 km. The river flows through a beautiful and unspoiled valley and the trek to the start is one of the most scenic in Nepal.
The Tamur and its tributaries drain the snows of Kangchengdzonga, third highest peak in the world. The river is the sixth largest river in Nepal and seems to have a feeling of thrusting power.
Whilst it is possible to fly into Taplejung, we especially recommend the trek, a great way to start your river trip. The trek is not too arduous as it goes along the top of the ridge and then drops down to the river.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Basantapur via Dharan.
Day 02: Arrive Basantapur and prepare for trekking and camp.
Day 03: Trek from Basantapur to Mangalbare about 5 hours and camp.
Day 04: Trek from Mangalbare to Guphapokhari about 5 hours and camp.
Day 05: Trek from Guphapokhari to Gorja about 5 hours and camp.
Day 06: Trek from Gorja to Dobhan about 3 hours and camp.
Day 07: Rafting starts at Tamur river. Run class 4/5 rapids and camp at Kabelidobhan.
Day 08: Rafting whitewater section and camp nearby Koya River bank.
Day 09: Raft down calm section and camp at Dumre.
Day 10: Rafting the continues whitewater rapids of Tamor river and camp near Tribenighat
Day 11: Rafting about 3 hours and finish at Chatara. Drive back to Kathmandu.
