In 1998, Nim entered his first kayaking competition at the Himalayan Rodeo on the Trisuli River—and won. The prize was a black Eskimo Kendo kayak, his first personal boat—an important moment that allowed him to spend more time on the water pursuing his passion…
In 1995, Nim’s career began to take off while working with Equator Expeditions. This reflection looks back on mentorship, international expeditions, and the river community that helped shape everything that followed…
In 1994, Nim discovered kayaking — and fell in love with it. Not just the sport, but the feeling. One small moment on the river that changed the direction of his life…
In 1992, Nim Magar left his village with one small bag, a few rupees, and a big dream. This is the story of how his river journey began.
Before rafting, kayaking, and guiding, the Trisuli River was already a lifeline. This reflection looks back at dugout canoes, river life, and the roots that shaped Paddle Nepal’s journey…
A reflection on the early days of river guiding in Nepal, and the beginnings that shaped Paddle Nepal’s journey on the river…
