Best Places For River Rafting and Fishing In Nepal

19th Dec, 2023

- annapurnaencounter

Nepal, a landlocked nation, boasts abundant water resources. Despite lacking access to the sea, this country is home to numerous large rivers renowned for rafting. Surprisingly, these rivers are also popular fishing spots.

For those visiting Nepal and seeking activities, engaging in rafting and fishing offers a serene escape into nature. This article highlights some of Nepal's prime destinations for these activities, with rivers spanning altitudes from 80 m to 2700 m and hosting 118 types of freshwater fish.

Popular destinations for travelers include the Karnali River, Trisuli River,Sunkoshi River, TamuraRiver, Seti River and more. Various fish species inhabit these rivers, such as river catfish,Copper Mahaseer mountain stream trout, mud eel,freshwater eel, knife fish, and more. Mahaseer, in particular, is a commonly pursued sport fish in Nepal.

Relaxing under the sun while catching fish provides an excellent way to spend a vacation. Additionally, adventurous individuals can partake in river rafting for an adrenaline-filled experience.if want to have adventure then rafting in these rivers leads you with exciting adventure full of thrills and frills as the boat encounters bouncy waves and white water rapids and with overnight in sandy beaches within rural villages and sub-tropical forest.

1. Karnali River

The mightiest river in the remote west side and is largest and longest of Nepal, on this trip we trek for few days with dozen of porters to carry our equipment to one of the most isolated and seldom explored areas.

Then descending through a series of magnificent gorges, tropical jungle, deserted beaches and rural farm villages with full of thrills in this exceptional big volume of white water rapids on the big bend of Karnali.

This area is famous for fishing Mahaseer fish and other types like river catfish, golden Mahaseer, and more. Many People have also seen freshwater dolphins in this river.

Fishing here is so amazing and enjoyable for fishing lover. You can sit by the Karnali river, catch fish, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The Karnali river also offers extensive rafting and kayaking, a hidden gem for many travelers.

Best Season:  October to November, April to June

Best For:      Remote adventures in the wild, dolphin encounters

2. Sunkoshi River

Compact with frills & thrills in the” river of gold” considered as top 10 rafting rivers in the world.Drive through the beautiful mountain Resort Area of Dhulikhel toward Dolalghat, a small town on the road to Tibet. The rapids are quite gentle on the first few days, as our journey, skill and

As enthusiasm progresses and ready to conquer the mighty, wild roller coaster rapids, all the way till we come to an end of our exciting float on the fertile Ganges plains of southern Nepal. A few hour drive to Biratnagar for the flight back to Kathmandu.You can try rafting in the exciting rapids of this river and fish in the secret spots.

you'll find fishes like Mahaseer, River Catfish, Fresh Water eel and Snow Trout. If you love and enjoy fishing, this will be a wonderful experience for you.

Best Season:      September to November, May to June

Best For: Nature and adventure lovers

3. Trisuli River

Trisuli River, a few hour drives from Kathmandu or from Pokhara to reach at rafting ‘put in point’

Trisuli Rivers runs downstream from Mt. Ganesh and Langtang glaciers all the way to Chitwan National Park eventually ends at Ganges within low plains of India.

One of the most popular rivers for rafting as this river flows along the highway, on this river enjoy the thrills and excitement with rivers side flora and fauna. Trisuli has friendly rapids and is ideal trip for the beginners, family and birdwatchers.

Next exciting water activity on this river is catching fish while enjoying the beautiful views. Different kinds of freshwater fish in this river include Golden Mahaseer, trout, river eel and more.

Best Season: Round the year

Best For: Traveling from Kathmandu to Pokhara

4. Seti River

White warm water meanders through limestone gorges giving Seti (white) her name is a trip of short duration away from the hustle, bustle off the main highway traffic. Seti River has friendly rapids and is ideal trip for the beginners’ family and birdwatchers.

Seti River is home to various specious of fish include catfish, mahseer, trout, freshwater eel and More. So, It an attractive destination for Fishing lover, offer a freshwater with beautiful surroundings.

Best Season:     September to November, May to June

Best For:     Newbies, families, bird watchers

5. Tamura River

Tamura River is located in the eastern part of Nepal and is formed from the melting ice of Mount Kanchenjunga. It is a significant tributary of the Saptakoshi river. Engaging in rafting and fishing are among the primary activities in this river.

When you do rafting and fishing in this river, you will be exploring the less-visited area of the eastern region. You can also complement this adventure with a short trek.

You will experience rafting in some of the finest turbulent waters in the eastern region, along with freshwater fishing. Various types of fish present in this area include Coommon Carp, Silver Trout, Freshwater eel, Mahaseer, Grass Carp and River Catfish.

Best Season:      October to November, April to May

Best For:      Those wanting to combine trekking and rafting adventures