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Marsyangdi Valley, Nepal / Rafting

Marsyangdi River Rafting

A five-day programme combining two approach days with three planned river days in the Marsyangdi Valley.

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The Marsyangdi River near Pisang
The Marsyangdi River near Pisang.
Duration
5 daysOutline programme
River and valley journey
RaftingMarsyangdi Valley
Season
Spring and autumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Demanding rafting, subject to assessmentRafting

A closer look at the journey.

The Marsyangdi programme combines a land approach through Besisahar and the Ngadi area with a sequence of rafting stages toward the lower valley. The source outline is five days in total: two travel and preparation days followed by three planned days on the river. It is a more involved commitment than a short roadside rafting excursion.

River infrastructure and water releases can change what is possible, so the current operating section must be agreed before booking. Land transfers may replace sections affected by dams or other obstacles. The team should assess the group's experience and explain the route, camp arrangements and any portages. The historical place sequence provides context, while the confirmed river plan determines the actual paddling.

  • A land approach into the Marsyangdi Valley
  • Three planned river days within five total days
  • A route agreed around current river access

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1Travel to Besisahar

The first day is a land-transfer and preparation stage, not a rafting day.

Day 2Reach Ngadi and prepare

Travel to the put-in area and meet the river team.

Day 3Begin rafting toward Bhote Odar

After the equipment check and safety briefing, start the first river section.

Day 4Continue toward Paundi

Any section affected by dams or other river obstacles is bypassed using the agreed land transfer.

Day 5Finish near Bimalnagar and travel onward

Complete the chosen river section and return by road toward Pokhara or Kathmandu.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • River guiding, rafting equipment and the chosen river section
  • Camp locations, equipment and the meal plan
  • Road transfers to the put-in and from the take-out
  • Any portages or land transfers around river obstacles

Budget separately

  • International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
  • Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
  • Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
  • Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme

Before you set out.

The river team assesses suitability from the chosen section, water level, swimming confidence and previous experience before confirming the programme.

Accommodation: Riverside camping, with locations and equipment agreed in the quote.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

How is suitability decided?

The river team considers the chosen section, water level, swimming confidence and previous experience before confirming that the programme suits the group.

Are all five days rafting days?

No. The outline has two approach and preparation days, followed by three planned river days. Current access, dams and water releases determine the confirmed route.

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