The Tamur River is Nepal’s 6th largest river and is very powerful and impressive white water rafting spot in the world. The rafting to Tamur river would be a very best destination for them who are longing to experience some different sense of adventure. The Tamur River rafting is idyllically mingled with the excursions to Kanchanjunga region or Chitwan National Park.

The rafting to Tamur River is graded in 5th position. It is one of the most challenging and thrilling rafting spot of Nepal. The permit to raft in Tamur River is only provided after 1990. While rafting to Tamur River, the one can be pleased with the view of thick rhododendron forests and sun-drenched meadows. Besides, the one can also have the breathtaking view of some highest mountains in the world including Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchanjungha and Mt. Makalu. Usually, the rafting of Tamur River begins from Dovan and ends at Chatara. Besides, stopping the trip for a night to enjoy the local traditions and having the traditional drink of fermented millet, Tungba, is an interesting part of the trip.

Itinerary for Tamur River rafting

Days            Programs
Day 01         Drive from Kathmandu to Basantapur by bus
Day 02         Trekking from Basantapur to Tuhurenpari
Day 03         Trekking from Tuhurenpari to Basantapur
Day 04         Trekking from Basantapur to Dovan
Day 05         Rafting from Dovan to Bensi Tar
Day 06         Rafting from Bensi Tar to Phulbari
Day 07         Rafting from Phulbari to Esuwa Khola
Day 08         Rafting from Esuwa Khola to Naya Pul
Day 09         Rafting from Naya Pul to Simal Chaur
Day 10         Rafting from Simal Chaur to Triveni
Day 11         Rafting from Triveni to Chatara
Day 12         Back to Kathmandu