Probably the best combination
trip in Nepal-magnificent white water,
a beautiful un- spoilt valley, combined
with one of the most scenic treks
in Nepal.
Rapids are still
waiting to be named.
The first commercial
run of the Tamur was in 1990 and there
have been few descents since (Our
first was in 1991). The trip combines
one of 
the
best short Himalayan treks with challenging
and exhilarating river-three days
of trekking along the foothills of
the Himalaya, followed by 129 km of
exceptional rafting. The superb sandy
beaches for camping, few villages
and limited agriculture along the
river provide the Tamur with the most
pristine rafting environment in Nepal.
The trek begins at
Basantapur, after an overnight bus
ride from Kathmandu. The trail winds
up and down through small villages
magnificent rhododendron forests and
verdant meadows. The mountain views
with the great massifs of Makalu and
Kangchandzonga dominating the two
ends of the panorama are spectacular.
After Gupha Pokhari, a stunning high-elevation
lake at 10,000 feet, we begin our
descent to meet the Tamur at Dobhan.
Although the Tamur is still relatively
un traveled, it probably has created
more whitewater interest than any
other commercial rafting river in
Nepal Known to be one of the best
whitewater journeys in the world,
the first 16 km of the river allows
no respite-continuous rapids and churning
whitewater embrace all the challenges
of the river.
The last few days are extraordinary,
as steep canyon, walls envelop the
river, gorgeous scenery abound and
the movement of powerful rapids provide
a thrilling expedition, In the last
four hours before the Tamur exits
the canyon and cascades into the mighty
Sun Kosi, we plough through more than
40 rapids. Giving everyone the thrill
of it all. Once through, it is a short
distance on relatively placid waters
to Chatara. The Kosi Tappu Sanctuary
and Chitwan National Park are options
to be considered on the way back.
lf. The opposite side
to the road is wild and you should
see some wildlife, a profusion of
colorful birds, eagles and vultures.
