Rafting the Tamor means a three day trek along a ridge full of rhododendron forest and sunlit meadows, summating at 3000 meters with exhilarating views of Makalu, Everest and Kanchenjunga, and then down through emerald and golden terraced fields of rice and mustard to Dobhan for six or seven days on the river itself. The power of three tributaries joining force gives a wild push to the inflatable rubber raft as you start down this river, giving a hint of what to expect next. 120 rapids in 120 kilometers makes rafting the Tamar River more than a thrill a minute. Stopping at night to enjoy the colorful traditions of the local tribes, one might try their traditional fermented millet drink, tungba, the brewing of which they have perfected to a fine art.
The best section is the last few days, when the river turns back to the west and becomes steep and powerful, with towering waves leaping skyward and water shooting through canyons like an Olympic bobsled before cascading out into the Sun Koshi and eventually onwards to the sea.
Facts of the Trip
Name of the Tip
:
Tamur River Rafting
Grade
:
4 -5
Starting From
:
Dovan
Ending Pint
:
Chatara
Rafting Distance
:
60 Km
Trip Duration
:
11 days
Group Size
:
From 4 to Max 25 persons
Mode of Travel
:
Toucrist Coach
Price
:
US $500.00
Rafting Map
Itinerary
Day 01:
Drive from Kathmandu to Basantapur by bus, overnight camping
Day 02:
Trekking from Basantapur to Tuhurenpari, overnight camping.
Day 03:
Trekking from Tuhurenpari to Basantapur, overnight camping.
Day 04:
Trekking from Basantapur to Dovan, overnight camping.
Day 05:
Rafting from Dovan to Bensi Tar, overnight camping.
Day 06:
Rafting from Bensi Tar to Phulbari, overnight camping.
Day 07:
Rafting from Phulbari to Esuwa Khola, overnight camping.
Day 08:
Rafting from Esuwa Khola to Naya Pul, overnight camping.
Day 09:
Rafting from Naya Pul to Simal Chaur, overnight camping.
Day 10:
Rafting from Simal Chaur to Triveni, overnight camping.
Day 11:
Rafting from Triveni to Chatara, packing and drive back to Ktm by bus.
What to Bring
Sleeping bag
Foam sleeping mattress
Personal toiletries,
sun block lotions,
Light woolen sweater for camp wear
Extra pair of shorts trousers/shirts
Flashlight or headlamps Open Sandal, Cash for drinks,
snacks on the way
Cost for Standard Trip
Cost for Deluxe Trip
2 - 7 Pax
US $500.00
1 - 7 Pax
US $600.00
8- 15 Pax
US $ 475.00
8- 15 Pax
US $550.00
16 & more
US $ 450.00
16 & more
US $ 530.00
Cost Includes
All meals during the rafting period
Rafting permit
Transportation going by tourist or local bus depending upon the mode of transportation
Available at put-in and pull-out point
Rafting, kitchen and camping equipment experienced Captain
Cook and other staffs group leader will be free over ten pax
Cost Excludes
Airfare domestic / international
Visa Fee US $ 30.00
Airport tax domestic / international
Hard / Soft Drink like alcoholic beverage / mineral water