Tamor

Difficulty in Nov: Class IV (IV+)
From: Dobhan (Alt. 635m)
To:  Chatra (Alt. 105m)
Distance: 131 km
River Days : 6
From Kathmandu:
4 days trekking
Av. Gradient:  4m/km (20 ft/mile)
Volume in Nov:  150 cms (5250 cfs)
Best Season: Oct-Nov, Apr

Probably the best combination trip in Nepal – magnificent white water, a beautiful unspoiled valley, combined with one of the most scenic treks in Nepal.

The Tamor and its tributaries drain the snows of Kanchanjunga, third highest peak in the world. The valley itself is beautiful and unspoiled with relatively few villages and little agriculture. Valley sides are well wooded; there are good beaches for camping and plentiful sights of wild life.

Rafting:
Only recently opened for rafting, this river is a gem in numbers of rapids, scenery, and wildlife. It has already built a reputation as a river for connoisseurs and trips are often booked out. With about 130 rapids in 120 km it offers a serious amount of white water interest to this river.

A trip of a lifetime!

Kayaking:
A perfect river for the Expert kayaker looking for rapids, rapids and some more rapids. Best done in November or April, as there will be more time to catch your breath in between the rapids.