Upper Seti River Kayaking – 1/2 Day
Half-Day Adrenaline Rush: Class III+/ IV Rapids Near Pokhara
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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“Short and Sweet”
Just 30 minutes from Pokhara’s Lakeside, the Upper Seti Kayaking Run is a short but seriously intense white-water challenge — and it’s for advanced, experienced kayakers only. This isn’t a gentle float or a rafting trip; it’s a full-on, technical descent through continuous Class III+/IV rapids. The water is fast, clear, and powerful, with stunning views of the Annapurna range and a narrow gorge strung with prayer flags and a suspension bridge.
In just 90 minutes, the Upper Seti packs in more action than many rivers do over several days, which is why it’s a firm favourite among local paddlers. We run it twice daily, so if you’re a confident kayaker looking for an intense hit of white-water in Nepal’s adventure capital, this is the one to do
The perfect quick hit of white-water adrenaline — no long drives, just pure action for experienced kayakers.
Upper Seti River Kayaking Photo Gallery
What's Included
- Professional English speaking licensed guides highly trained and safety certified to international standards in Whitewater River Guiding, Swift Water Rescue and Wilderness First Aid
- Professional safety kayakers
- Kayak rent
- Lunch / drinking water
- Round trip transportation
- River permits
- Industry standard first aid kits
What's NOT Included
- Unrelated transportation, accommodation, visas, travel documents, departure taxes etc…
- Personal outfitting **as most experienced paddlers prefer to wear their own kit, PFDs, helmets, spray decks, paddle jackets and paddles are available on request at a small additional charge**
- Items of a personal nature including swimwear, footwear, towel and toiletries
- Insurance **we provide insurance for our crew – but participants must be properly insured through an emergency medical travel plan**
- Tips for guides **if you feel that our crew did a great job, you are invited but not obligated to offer a personal tip**
What to Bring
- Shorts / ½ pants
- T-shirt
- Sport sandals or comfortable shoes that can get wet and will stay on your feet
- Swimwear
- Travel towel
- Sunscreen / sunscreen lip protection
- Water bottle
- A little cash for treats, tips and the occasional chance for photographs
Map
Trip Departure Dates
- EVERYDAY 9am & 1pm – September through to June
- MONSOON RAFTING half day trips on the Middle Seti River or Phusre Khola in Pokhara July & August!
Trip Details
DURATION:
½ day
CLASS:
III+ / IV
DEPART FROM:
Paddle Nepal Lakeside Center, Pokhara
9am / 1pm
START POINT:
Bamboo Bridge / 30 minutes from Lakeside
FINISH POINT:
Dam / 20 minutes to Lakeside
RETURNS TO:
Paddle Nepal Lakeside Center, Pokhara
MEALS:
Simple packed lunch
SEASON:
Open: Oct. – June
Best: Oct. – Dec. and March – May
PRICE:
$80 USD
