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Rafting and Paragliding 11 days

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Max. elevation
1600 m / 5249 ft
Group size
Min 1+
Level
Moderate
Transportation
all ground transportation as per itinerary
Best season
All around year
Starts at / Ends at
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Accommodation
<p>Hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan with breakfast</p>
Meals
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek

Highlights

  • Thrilling rafting adventure on the Trishuli River with expert guides
  • Explore Kathmandu’s historic sites: Basantapur Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath Temple
  • Jungle safari in Chitwan National Park to spot one-horned rhinos, Royal Bengal tigers, and diverse wildlife
  • Canoeing on Rapti River with chances to see crocodiles and exotic birds
  • Cultural immersion with the Tharu community, including traditional dance and music performances
  • Scenic drive through lush hills and terraced farms to Pokhara, the city of lakes
  • Paragliding over Pokhara for breathtaking aerial views of Himalayan peaks and Phewa Lake
  • Trekking from Phedi to Dhampus and Sarangkot with panoramic mountain and valley vistas
  • Visit to Pokhara’s iconic sites: World Peace Pagoda, Tibetan Refugee Camp, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, and Barahi Temple

Overview

This well-groomed Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour by Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty across Nepal’s three iconic cities — Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara. The itinerary is thoughtfully designed to immerse travelers in Nepal’s rich heritage and thrilling outdoor activities, making it a unique journey you won’t find elsewhere.

Starting in Kathmandu, the city of temples, you will explore ancient palaces, sacred shrines, and bustling markets that reflect the country’s vibrant cultural tapestry. Highlights include Basantapur Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and the revered Pashupatinath Temple. From here, the adventure begins with an exhilarating rafting expedition on the Trishuli River, known for its thrilling rapids and scenic surroundings.

The journey continues to Chitwan National Park, where wildlife encounters and jungle safaris await, offering a glimpse of rare species such as the one-horned rhinoceros and Royal Bengal tiger. Cultural experiences with the indigenous Tharu community add depth to the visit. Finally, the tour culminates in Pokhara, Nepal’s “City of Lakes,” famous for its stunning Himalayan vistas and adrenaline-pumping paragliding experiences. Here, guests can enjoy serene lakes, vibrant local markets, and hiking trails, making this trip a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

Best Time for Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days

The ideal time to explore on the Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour in Nepal is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. During these months, the weather is generally stable, with clear skies and moderate temperatures, making it perfect for outdoor activities like rafting and paragliding. The rivers have sufficient water flow for exciting rafting without the extreme risks associated with the monsoon season.

Spring offers blossoming flowers and vibrant greenery, while autumn provides crisp air and breathtaking views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Summer months (June to August) bring heavy monsoon rains, which can cause river flooding and unstable weather, making rafting dangerous and paragliding less enjoyable. Winter months (December to February) can be cold, especially in the mornings and evenings, but still suitable for travelers who prefer fewer crowds and don’t mind chilly weather.

Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Transportation

Transportation throughout the Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour is comfortably managed by Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours using private vehicles, tourist buses, and local transport to ensure smooth travel between destinations. From the moment you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel with ease.

The transfer from Kathmandu to Charaudi for the rafting trip involves a scenic three-hour drive by private vehicle, allowing you to enjoy beautiful landscapes on the way. The journey to Chitwan is conducted via tourist bus, providing a comfortable and affordable way to traverse the approximately six-hour route through Nepal’s lush hills and farmland. Similarly, the trip from Chitwan to Pokhara is also by tourist bus, ensuring safety and convenience. For shorter distances, such as the drive from Pokhara to Phedi or Sarangkot, private vehicles are used to offer flexibility and timely transfers.

Major Activities for Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days

The Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour is packed with exciting activities that highlight Nepal’s diverse natural and cultural attractions. The main adventure activity is the rafting on the Trishuli River, where you navigate thrilling rapids under the supervision of experienced guides. This adventure offers a unique way to experience Nepal’s pristine rivers and stunning mountain scenery.

In Chitwan, the major activities include a jungle safari on elephant back, giving you close encounters with wildlife such as rhinos, deer, crocodiles, and possibly the elusive Bengal tiger. Canoeing on the Rapti River provides an intimate view of the aquatic ecosystem, including crocodiles and various bird species. Additionally, cultural experiences with the Tharu community, including traditional dance and music performances, enrich the safari experience.

In Pokhara, the highlight is paragliding—a thrilling activity where you soar over Phewa Lake and get panoramic views of the Himalayas. For those who prefer land adventures, the trek from Phedi to Dhampus and onwards to Sarangkot offers spectacular mountain and valley views, with opportunities for bird watching and sunset photography. The city tour in Pokhara also visits cultural and natural sites such as the World Peace Pagoda, Tibetan refugee camp, Davis Falls, and the serene Phewa Lake.

Why Choose Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour with Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours?

Choosing the Rafting and Paragliding 11 Days Tour with Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours guarantees a well-organized, safe, and immersive experience led by experienced guides who are passionate about sharing Nepal’s wonders. Our deep local knowledge ensures that every moment is enriching, from the cultural city tours to the adrenaline-packed adventure activities.

Safety is our top priority, whether rafting down the rapids or flying high above Pokhara’s landscapes. We provide quality equipment, thorough briefings, and professional guidance to make your experience unforgettable yet secure. Additionally, our thoughtfully crafted itinerary balances adventure with cultural immersion and relaxation, allowing you to fully appreciate Nepal’s natural beauty, wildlife, and heritage.

By choosing Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours, you are supporting a company dedicated to sustainable tourism and local community engagement, ensuring that your journey benefits both you and the places you visit. Let us help you rediscover Nepal in a way that is exhilarating, inspiring, and unforgettable.

Trip Itinerary

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we welcome and greet you in Tribhuvan International Airport to this beautiful Himalayan country of Nepal. You will be transferred to the hotel for rest and relaxation.

We will have a city tour of Kathmandu visiting the following sites

Basantapur Durbar Square: An ancient series of temples and palaces built by Malla and Shah Kings. Displays the cultural and historic craftsmanship of medieval times.

Swayambhunath Stupa: Swayambhunath stupa is popularly known as the Monkey temple is just 4 km away from thamel, situated on the top of a small hill offering spectacular view of Kathmandu valley

Bouddhanath Stupa: The dome of Boudhanath Stupa is considered as the largest one in the world. The place around Boudhanath is known as little tibet, for its influence of tibetan culture.

Pashupatinath Temple: One of the most sacred places for Hindu devotee, Pashupatinath temple, is dedicated to lord Shiva.

A three hours drive will take us to the bank of Trishuli River at Charaudi where our rafting adventure begins. As we arrive at the destination, we head towards the bank where we find our guide and other teammates. We will be provided with necessary gears for example helmets and life jackets. Our instructor will tell us the dos and don'ts while rafting and teaches us how to paddle. After a short briefing and demonstrations we commence rafting and enjoy the spectacular landscapes while playing with the waves and water of the trishuli river. After completion we bid farewell to the guide and return to Kathmandu. We spend our night in campsite.

We start our day with breakfast and drive towards chitwan. We will visit chitwan national park which is home to rare species for example one horned rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger. Chitwan national park is popular among the tourists for jungle safari, cultural shows and water sports and many more. 

After lunch we will see elephant stable, visit tharu village and sunset view from bank of Rapti river. We will attend Tharu cultural show in the evening and rest at hotel.

We canoe in Rapti river for 30 min with some guidelines from government authorities. We can get a closer look at Mugger and Gharial crocodiles, freshwater dolphins and various water birds. Next planned activity for this day is jungle safari in chitwan national park. We will ride on the back of an elephant to see the exotic species of various mammals and reptiles for example one horned rhinoceros, seers and many different kinds of birds. There is a chance of seeing a Royal Bengal Tiger. We will enjoy a bath in Rapti river with elephant.

[Note: It is advised that you take special attention and be careful about the rules and regulations of National Park. Your safety is our prime concern.]

A 6 hours drive from chitwan will lead us to the beautiful city of lakes - Pokhara. We travel through bus observing the scenic mountain view, lush hills and terraced farms of rice paddies. The drive towards pokhara is an amazing experience in itself.

An hour of drive in a private vehicle will take us to Phedi from where our hike in pokhara begins. We walk through stone steps while witnessing the stunning terraced farms and lush hills.  It’s a 2 or 3 short hike and you will pass by few settlements. Stay overnight in Phedi.

[Optional: Dhampus to Australian Camp]

Australlian base camp is famous for activities Birds watching, Sunset and stunning snow-clad mountains view. A 45 min of scenic walk uphill from Dhampus will land us to Australlian Camp. If you want to stay you night at Australlian Camp you will always have a choice.

Although a little bit more lengthy walk than the previous day, Dhampus to Sarangkot hike makes up your effort by offering you one of the best short hiking trails in Pokhara.  You will walk through the winding path with snowclad mountain like Mt Dhaulagiri, Annapurna , Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Lamjung himal etc. and enchanting view of Pokhara valley. Upon reaching Sarangkot we enjoy the beautiful sunset and panoramic view of Pokhara from the top of the hill. Overnight stay in Sarangkot.

We enjoy stunning Sunrise in Pokhara over the mountains We descend down to pokhara. A 3-4 hours of downhill descent will take to pokhara. If you want to experience the adventurous paragliding, then we can descend by flying above the sky of Pokhara. The aerial view of pokhara city while paragliding is amazing and also the excitement of flying can’t simply put into words.

In the next part we do a city tour visiting popular sites in Pokhara for like:

World Peace Pagoda: 

This white washed marvellous stupa, situated in the southwest of Pokhara,  is a great  piece of art and beauty constructed by Buddist Monk.

Tibetan refugee Camp

You will experience the culture and lifestyle of tibetan people and observe their handmade manufacturing arts, schools for buddhist monks and monasteries.  You can contribute to their livelihood by purchasing handmade authentic souvenir. 

Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave:

Named after David, who swept away by this massive fall in 1961. It is located in 2km southwest of Pokhara airport and called locally as “Potale Chango”.

Close to the David fall, we visit Gupteshwor cave which houses lord shiva temple. Gupteshowor cave is popular for its stunning interior walls of colorful limestones.

Bindabasini Temple:

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga, also known as the goddess of (shakti or power). You will see many devotees offering their pray to the goddess and bowing their heads

Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple:

Phewa lake is Nepal second-largest lake popular for its natural beauty, accessibility from the city and activities like boating and so on. At the center of the lake there is a small island holding Barahi temple dedicated to goddess Barahi.

A scenic drive through lush hills and distant mountains view will land us to Kathmandu. You will be dropped to your hotel for rest and relaxation.

We will drop you to Tribhuvan International Airport for you departure towards you home.You can remember us as your travel partners for your upcoming holidays trips and treks in other parts of Nepal. We bid farewell to each other thus completing this amazing Explore Nepal Tour.

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Rafting and Paragliding 11 days

Includes

  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
  • all ground transportation as per itinerary
  • Hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan with breakfast
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trip
  • Rafting on Trishuli River
  • Paragliding in Pokhara
  • Jungle safari in Chitwan
  • Guided city tours in Kathmandu & Pokhara
  • Expert tours guide

Doesn't Include

  • International airfare
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in itinerary
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Optional activities (e.g., Australian Camp stay)
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Frequently Asked Questions

This 11-day tour involves moderate physical activities including rafting, hiking, and walking tours. While rafting requires some paddling effort, all participants receive safety briefings and guidance from experienced instructors, making it suitable even for beginners. The trekking sections, such as the hike from Phedi to Dhampus and Sarangkot, involve moderate uphill and downhill walks but are manageable for anyone in reasonably good health. We recommend a basic level of fitness and stamina, but no prior experience in rafting or trekking is necessary.

For rafting, all necessary safety gear such as helmets, life jackets, and paddles will be provided by our professional guides. Before starting, you will receive a comprehensive briefing on safety and paddling techniques. For paragliding, the equipment includes a certified paraglider, harness, helmet, and other safety gear. The paragliding tandem flights are operated by licensed pilots who ensure all safety protocols are strictly followed to give you a secure and enjoyable experience.

Yes, rafting and paragliding are popular and generally safe adventure activities in Nepal when conducted with experienced and licensed operators. At Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours, your safety is our highest priority. We work exclusively with trained guides and pilots, provide all necessary safety equipment, and conduct thorough safety briefings before activities. However, it is important to follow all instructions carefully and inform us about any health conditions or concerns beforehand.

The best time for this tour is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These periods offer stable weather, clear skies, and optimal river conditions for rafting. Paragliding is also more enjoyable during these months due to favorable wind and visibility conditions. Avoiding the monsoon season (June to August) is recommended as heavy rains can make rafting dangerous and paragliding flights uncertain.

Accommodation during this tour ranges from comfortable hotels in Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara to a campsite near the rafting area. Hotels are carefully selected to offer clean, safe, and convenient stays. The campsite experience during rafting allows you to connect closely with nature while still having basic facilities. You will be informed about accommodation details prior to the trip and can request upgrades if desired.

Most meals are included in the itinerary, particularly breakfast and selected lunches and dinners during activities like rafting and jungle safari. You will also have opportunities to sample authentic Nepali cuisine and local delicacies. Some meals, especially in the cities or on free days, may not be included, giving you the chance to explore local restaurants and tastes on your own.

To prepare for the rafting and trekking activities, we recommend light cardiovascular exercises such as walking, jogging, or cycling in the weeks leading up to your trip. Stretching and flexibility exercises can also help reduce the risk of muscle strain. Mentally, come with an open and adventurous mindset, ready to embrace new experiences and cultures. Listen carefully during safety briefings and communicate any concerns with your guides.

Essential items to pack include comfortable trekking shoes, lightweight and breathable clothing, a waterproof jacket, sun protection like hats and sunscreen, insect repellent, and personal medications. For rafting and paragliding, avoid heavy or restrictive clothing. A camera or smartphone for capturing the scenic moments is highly recommended. Our team will provide a detailed packing list before departure.

Transportation between destinations is arranged through a combination of private vehicles and tourist buses, depending on the route. Transfers are comfortable, safe, and timed to ensure you arrive promptly for activities. Our team coordinates all transfers from arrival to departure, so you don’t have to worry about logistics.

At Rediscover Nepal Treks & Tours, we are happy to customize your itinerary to better suit your preferences, whether you want to extend your stay, add extra activities, or adjust the pace of the trip. Please let us know your requests at the time of booking or even during the tour, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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