The Bheri river, one of the major tributary to the Karnali, the longest river in Nepal, offers some of the best rapids in Nepal. While going rafting on the turbulent rapids of the Bheri river, you will enjoy stunning views of mountains, hills and woods. This rafting is considered suitable to families, as well as expert rafters.
In order to cash the opportunity of Bheri river rafting, you have to board a ticket to Nepalgunj, and from there have about a four-hour drive to Samjhighat, which is the point to go off rafting, finally getting to Jamu near Bardia National Park, which offers splendid elephant safaris into the park for enjoying the flora and fauna , wild life, including varieties of birds. The Bheri river rafting is run-able all the year round. The length of this rafting is about 105 kilometers, and it takes four days to complete it, with camping and sightseeing fully accomplished.
You will find travel and tour agencies in Nepal, that guide you throughout your trip with services such as certified raft guides with proficient English, French, German, Spanish, Hindi and other languages; ISO/CE certified rafting equipment, lunch, ground transportation, river permit, etc.
Facts:
Rafting starts: Samjhighat
Rafting ends at: Bardia National Park
Grades: Class III
Duration: 4 Days
Distance: 105 kms
Best season: Round the year
Perfect for: Families, bird lovers
Difficulty: Beginners
Tour starts at: Nepalgunj. One hour flight from Kathmandu + 4 hour drive to location.
-Article written by: Bedu Khatiwoda for Land Nepal