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River Rafting · Uttarakhand
Kali River Rafting (Pithoragarh)
challenging6-7 days
Duration
6-7 days
Price
35,000
Group size
1–10
Best time
JFMAMJJASOND
Nearest city: Pithoragarh
A multi-day river expedition along the India-Nepal border through the dramatic Kali River gorge, featuring Grade III-IV+ rapids including the famous Chuka rapid, with Kumaoni village scenery and wilderness beach camping.
Highlights
- Run the Chuka rapid - a technical Grade IV+ boulder garden
- Raft along the scenic India-Nepal border with terraced Kumaoni villages
- Pass through spectacular stalactite rock formations at Juhlaghat
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive Kathgodam to Pithoragarh (6 hrs)
Day 1: Drive Kathgodam to Pithoragarh (6 hrs)
Day 2: Drive to Jauljibi; start rafting to Chaukidari Camp
Day 2: Drive to Jauljibi; start rafting to Chaukidari Camp
Day 3: Raft Chaukidari to Waterfall Camp - pass The Squeeze at Juhl
Day 3: Raft Chaukidari to Waterfall Camp - pass The Squeeze at Juhlaghat
Day 4: Raft to Nidal Camp - confluence of Kali and Saryu Rivers
Day 4: Raft to Nidal Camp - confluence of Kali and Saryu Rivers
Day 5: Raft to Rupali Gad Camp - Grade III rapids increase
Day 5: Raft to Rupali Gad Camp - Grade III rapids increase
Day 6: Raft to Pari Gaon Camp - run Chuka (Grade IV+) rapid
Day 6: Raft to Pari Gaon Camp - run Chuka (Grade IV+) rapid
Day 7: Final rafting to Boom; drive to Kathgodam
Day 7: Final rafting to Boom; drive to Kathgodam
Inclusions
- All camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mats)
- All meals during expedition
- Professional river guides
- All rafting equipment
- Permits and entry fees
- Transport from Kathgodam and back
Exclusions
- Train or flight to Kathgodam
- Personal insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
Safety guidelines
- Minimum 4 participants
- Grade IV+ rapids require previous rafting experience
- Wild elephants may be encountered in lower sections
- All Grade IV rapids scouted before running
- Safety kayaker accompanies the group