Named after the much-revered Goddess Kali and descending from the deepest gorge in Asia, this fabulous river (class 3 to 4+) offers a mixture of astounding mountain views and pure adrenaline with a full immersion into the wilderness.
Along the way you will encounter culture at its simplest. If you're lucky, traditional Magar and Chetri villagers will venture down to the riverbank to witness your journey through the remote mountain wilderness of Nepal. It is two days driving and 3 days rafting starting from and to Pokhara
River Name: Kali Gandaki
River Days: 3
Difficulty: 3-4
River Distance: 60 Km. or 37 miles approx
Rafting put in point: Nayapul
Rafting ending point: Mirmi
Water Volume: 120 C.
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Trip cost: USD 55 p/day and group join base
Trip cost includes: Both way transfers, best quality self-bailing inflatable raft, safety helmet, plastic paddle, lifejacket, waterproof container/barrel for camera and valuables things, first-aid kits, camping and kitchen utensils, hygienically prepared food and drinks.
Trip cost excludes: River wears/gears, sun protection, personal water bottle, personal sleeping bag, towel, light shoe, flash light, personal toiletries, camera, reading and writing materials, medication recommended by your doctor.
Day 01: Three hours bus drive to Nayapul, Baglung. Pump the raft and rafting around 3 ½ hours. Camp nearby Modibeni.
Day 02: Rafting about 4 hours and camp at Purtighat.
Day 03: Rafting about 2 ½ hours ends at Mirmi Dam and after lunch transfer to Pokhara by minibus.
Rafting was excellent but be prepared to get very wet! The guide was very professional and we felt safe all the way. We enjoyed a lot of our rafting adventure.
Adam penny
Australia