| Adventure Whitewater - Fact
Sheet
Kali Gandaki: meaning - 'The
River of God' Annapurna Range (3 days) |
| Season |
Grading |
Water Volume |
| September - December |
4+ |
Approx. 550 cumecs |
| January - May |
4+ |
Approx. 200 cumecs |
| June - August |
High risk |
Approx. 1000 cumecs |
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| Location, Transportation and
Timetable
Newbridge, (Kusma) the put in point
for the Kali Gandaki is just 3 hours
from Pokhara and is reached by private
Mountain River Rafting minibus. Those
departing from Kathmandu leave the
morning before the trip, arriving
in Pokhara mid afternoon. There is
an orientation meeting early the same
evening, providing you with an opportunity
to ask any further questions you may
have, to meet your fellow rafters
and also your guide. Overnight accommodation
in Pokhara can be arranged on request.
The 55km of river action takes 3 days.
The return trip from the 'Dam' take
out point to Pokhara is about four
and half hour drive. |
| Description
The beautiful scenery on this remote
river makes it a favorite among those
looking for a short to medium length
trip. The river passes through narrow
gorges, alongside tumbling waterfalls
and jungle, traditional Magar and
Chetri villages, whose inhabitants
often venture down to the riverside
to meet the rafters. There are superb
opportunities to see the Annapurna
Mountain range and a variety of wildlife
and temples of River bank.
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| What we provide
Along with our high quality self-bailing
rafts, we provide helmets, plastic
paddles, wetsuits, lifejackets, and
first aid kit.
We provide plentiful, healthy and
hygienically prepared food and drinks.
Tents and sleeping mats are also provided.
Sleeping bags can be supplied upon
request.
All our equipment is of the highest
quality, clean and well maintained.
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| What to bring
Please bring with you shorts and a
T-shirt or swimwear for on the river,
suitable footwear for wearing in the
raft, warm clothing for the evenings,
a towel, sun block and your camera.
A flashlight is also useful.
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| What you need to tell us
Please tell us if you are a non-swimmer,
or not very confident in the water.
Also it is essential that you inform
us of any medical conditions that
may affect your well being on the
trip.
Don’t forget to request vegetarian
meals if required.
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Safety
Adventure Whitewater takes the safety
of its clients very seriously. All our
guides are licensed, with many years
of experience on the rivers of Nepal
and other European countries. All are
trained in CPR, First Aid and advanced
river rescue techniques.
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River safety and more
Trip dates 2005 and cost
Short rafting trip information
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