Nepal · Fishing Tours

8-Day Fishing and Rafting Tour in Nepal with Bardiya Safari

8 Days Round trip from : Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Participate in rafting and fishing adventures on the Babai River
  • 02 Go for exciting angling opportunities to catch Golden Mahseer and Goonch
  • 03 Enjoy a fun-filled jeep safari in Bardiya National Park
  • 04 Witness striking landscapes of the Himalayan mountain ranges
  • 05 Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath
  • 06 Experience Tharu cultural shows and local indigenous flavours

Embark on this adventurous expedition to enjoy rafting in the crystal-clear waters of the Babai River in Nepal. Go for exciting fishing opportunities and try catching Golden Mahseer and Goonch, then continue to Bardiya National Park for a jeep safari, Tharu cultural shows, and local indigenous flavours. The journey also includes time in Kathmandu, where you can visit major cultural heritage sites such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.

It was found that Golden Mahseer is active at night, so we can set our fishing rod and enjoy fishing in the evening as well.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nepalganj, Kathmandu, Bardiya National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be picked up by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
2
Day 02

Fly to Nepalgunj and Begin Babai River Fishing and Rafting

  • Today, in the morning after breakfast, we will take a flight from Kathmandu, which takes around an hour. The amazing sight of the mountains can make the flight feel even shorter.
  • After arriving at Nepalgunj Airport, we will meet the other members and drive for two hours to reach the starting point of the fishing trip and begin rafting with fishing.
  • Have lunch in Chepang, and then we will raft for 3 hours and do angling in the Babai River until we reach our first camp. It was found that Golden Mahseer is active at night, so we can set our fishing rod and enjoy fishing in the evening as well.

Overnight in Camp 1 on the riverbank.

3
Day 03

Morning Angling and Rafting Through the Babai Forest

  • We can start enjoying fishing and angling early in the morning before breakfast, as we know morning time is the best time to get a glimpse of wild animals.
  • After breakfast, take some rest and then start rafting along with fishing.
  • At this time, we will pass through thick forest where the Babai River also becomes deeper. We may also get a chance to see different wild animals there.
  • After a few hours of rafting and fishing, we will meet our cooking crew and enjoy a picnic lunch on the riverbank.
  • Post lunch, we will continue rafting for three hours to reach our overnight camp. Upon arriving at camp, we will set our fishing rod and catch Golden Mahseer and Goonch, then release them back into the river.

Overnight in camp.

4
Day 04

Early Morning Fishing and Continued River Adventure

  • In the early morning, we will go fishing.
  • Then, have breakfast and get a brief about the lined-up activities.
  • Later, join the fishing and rafting experience.

Overnight at the beach or camp.

5
Day 05

Final Babai River Fishing Camp and Campfire Evening

  • Enjoy fishing and rafting amid imaginary scenes and scenery. This is our last overnight on the riverbank, so we will make a campfire and enjoy the last dinner.

Overnight in a tent.

6
Day 06

Reach Bardiya National Park for Safari and Tharu Culture

  • Today is the last day of our angling trip. By lunchtime, we will reach the Bardiya National Park area near Babai Bridge.
  • We will have time to stay in Thakurdwar and enjoy an elephant and jeep safari in Bardiya National Park, as well as relish Tharu cultural shows. Eat food with local indigenous flavours.

Overnight at a local lodge or homestay.

7
Day 07

Fly Back to Kathmandu and Explore Heritage Sites

  • After breakfast, we will take a flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu. The whole day is free, so today you can have a day tour of major cultural heritage sites including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.
  • You can also visit Thamel, the tourist hub of Nepal, where we can do souvenir shopping and enjoy the food of your choice.
8
Day 08

Kathmandu Departure

  • Finally, we will drop you at the airport to conclude the tour.
Rafting on the Babai River, wildlife of Bardiya National Park, Kathmandu Durbar Square

Where this trip takes you

Rafting on the Babai River, wildlife of Bardiya National Park, Kathmandu Durbar Square

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from : Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu 3 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All internal transfers
  • Domestic flight to Nepalgunj from Kathmandu and vice versa
  • All meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the fishing trip
  • Tents on a twin-sharing basis
  • Rafts
  • All national park permits
  • Cost of fishing and rafting guides, porters, and helpers
  • Cost of national park staff
  • First aid kit box
  • Necessary permits

What's Not Included

  • All bar and beverages
  • Nepal entry visa fees
  • All airfares
  • Personal medicine
  • Travel insurance for travellers
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Extra activities in Kathmandu (mountain flight, short hiking, etc.)
  • Clothes for personal use
  • Tips - 10% compulsory for trip staff

What to bring

  • Fishing equipment (fishing rod, fishing reels, fishing lures)
  • Dry bag for personal use
  • Sleeping bag for personal use
  • Some pairs of clothes for personal use
  • Snacks for personal use
  • Shoes, sandals, or Teva
  • Baseball hat and sunglasses
  • Body sunscreen
  • Soap, shampoo, body oil, etc.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
: Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in : Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu.

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