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Marshyangdi River “Raging Adrenaline Action in Annapurna”
The Marsyandi river rises on the northern slopes of the Annapurna Himal, flows east through an arid valley around manang and then swing south to joint the Trisuli river at Mugling.
Marsyandi means ‘raging river’ in local dialect, and this aptly describes it. Some of the river above Ngadi has been kayaked – the 1980 British Expedition started from Tilicho Lake at 4920m – but much of the upper river should probably be considered as unrunnable.
The scenery is magnificent with every bend of the river opening up fresh vistas of some of the world’s highest mountains, but these are behind –as someone said “great views but you need rear view mirrors”. The Marsyandi is a photographer’s sculptured boulders, some spectacular white water, green valley sides, and a magnificent backdrop of the world’s highest mountains. It’s worth mentioning that although the valley has a rough road up it, and is quite densely populated, you don’t see this when you are padding because the river is incised about 100ft into the valley floor.
Season/Months |
Difficulties/Grade |
Water volume |
September - December |
iv |
Approx. 300 cumecs |
January - May |
iv- |
Approx. 200 cumecs |
June - August |
Iv+ |
Approx. 450 cumecs |
Rafting put in point
Nagdi
Rafting ending point
Bimalnagar
River wear gear
T- Shirts, shorts- half pant, light trouser for leadies (long sleep for sun protection), swim wear, Sun Cap/Glass/Cream, personal water bottle, a pair of river sandals.
Price Includes
- Private Transport from Kathmandu to Kathmandu or Pokhara to Pohara as per your Travel Shedule based in Kathmandu or Pokhara by van or Private Mini bus, as per above itinerary
- All International standard Rafting equipment as necessary such as self bailing rafts, Gear raft Safety kayakers, Helmets, (PFD) life jackets, outfitter plastic paddles, dry top jackets, waterproof barrel for camera and valuables things, Dry bag for multiday trip, wet-suite if necessary etc. well trained and highly experienced English speaking Trip Leader, raft Guide and helper etc.a day meals during the rafting,
Price Excludes
- Personal nature expenses like toiletries, drink, Trips, gratuities, laundry etc
- in case of any emergency accident, rescue & insurance such as health, evacuation & loss, theft of or damage to baggage & personal effects Trips
- Things you need to bring for the trip
Accessibility and Location
The trip begins and ends Kathmandu or Pokhara to Pokhara or Kathmandu-after breakfast early morning from your Hotels, transferred by private transportation to the put in point Bhulbhule of the Marshangdi River bank (appr. 3 hr.drive from Pokhara ) , 6 to 7 hurs from Kathmandu, and after 2-day apr. 30 km. Raging River expedition trip ends and take out at dam (Bimal Nagar). We serve you lunch there, clean up and load the gear and drive back about (3hr.) journey to Pokhara or 6 hours journy back to Kathmandu again. Marshagndi River Rafting trip is ideal for combining with any Annapurna region trekking trip before and after according to your holiday plan.
River Description
The trip begins and ends Kathmandu or Pokhara to Pokhara or Kathmandu-after breakfast early morning from your Hotels, transferred by private transportation to the put in point Beshishar Bhulbule 3 hr 27 min (90km) via Pushpalal Hwy of the Marshangdi River bank (appr. 3 hr. Drive from Pokhara ) , 6 to 7 hurs from Kathmandu, and after 2-day apr. 30 km. Raging River expedition trip ends and take out at dam (Bimal Nagar). We serve you lunch there, clean up and load the gear and drive back about (3hr.) journey to Pokhara or 6 hours journy back to Kathmandu again. Marshagndi River Rafting trip is ideal for combining with any Annapurna region trekking trip before and after according to your holiday plan.
The beautiful scenery, tumbling waterfalls and grate challenging rapids attract the many whitewater seekers to encounter once upon a time for their rafting experience. This holy river is ideal for medium length wildness expedition and a reward for bird watching and wildlife.
Trip Preparation and pre-departure meeting
Before heading every outdoor trip we would like to request to our guests to be gathered at our office or by Travel Agency for pre-departure meeting as it is also prime concern to introduce with our team-Trip Leader, Guides, trip staffs and other guests, complete official formalities, discuss about the trip system, timetable and other important matters to make your happy journey successful.
Equipments and Services we provide for the trip
Best quality self-bailing inflatable raft, Whitewater safety helmet, modern plastic paddle, neoprene-wetsuit, PFD-lifejacket, Dry top Jacket, Waterproof Container/Barrel for camera and valuables things, Dry bag, First-Aid Kits and Tents/mass fly sheet and sleeping mat, other necessary camping gear cooking utensils, hygienically prepared food and drinks.
Safety Issue
Mountain River Rafting team takes safety issues very seriously for every rafting trip and believe every happy outdoor trip is a safe one. Our team members have updated training courses - SRT (Swift Water Rescue Technician), CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and Wilderness First Aid, and Whitewater Rescue Technician conducted by Rescue 3 International. Besides in every trip also provides expert safety kayaker for rescue and make your rafting journey with us more comfort and enjoyable
Guides and equipment
A happy trip is a safe one. Over the past ten years, we have run all the permitted rivers of Nepal, and have maintained a 100% safety record. Our experienced guides are fully licensed and trained in CPR, first aid and advanced river rescue techniques. They make sure your trip is safe, memorable and fun.
All our equipment is up to date and in perfect working condition. Our rafts are self-bailing models from Avon - world renowned for their safety and quality. We provide you with helmets, plastic paddles, lifejackets, wetsuits and any other necessary safety gear. You will find everything clean and well maintained.
Help Society
Mountain River Rafting donates a percentage of profits towards the improvement of education and healthcare for children in Eastern Nepal. We hope to soon expand this concept throughout the country.
we encourage Nepalis and those who love Nepal around the world to provide assistance in the fields of health, education and child care support in rural Nepal. We support a society where every relatively able individual contributes a small portion of our earnings for the benefit of those who genuinely need support.
FAQs
How many in the group and how many in each raft?
The group size is required minimum 4 people above for each trip,
each raft must be at least 6 pax and a guide, however we can add
up to 8 pax depending on rivers.
How many gear rafts?
We provide gear raft for every multi days wildness trip 1-2 paddle rafts : 1 gear raft
How will you get to and from the river?
We provide private transportation to and from the river for each rafting trip and for those who looking for fly back after the trip to be on extra cost.
How long is each day? How many actual hours on the water?
Normally the rafting duration approximately 4-5 hours each day on the water.
How many in the river team and what are their jobs?
Normally in each trip, we provide a guide for a paddle raft. a safety kayaker and a gear raft guide and they do their team work job accordingly. Our rafting team members are professional and well known their job and you may join for with the team work together.
Where will you camp each night?
We camp each night by the river bank on the sandy beach everyday new camp site where we could set up tents.