Literally Tama means copper so the river Tama Koshi translates as “River of Copper”. It is also known as the “River of Sorrow”. It rises from Tibet and drains from Himalayan peaks and glaciers. It flows for approximately seventy five kilometers before meeting the road at Busti, which is the starting point of this river trip. The river rafting trip in the Tama Koshi is listed as one of the Nepal’s classic river journeys.
Nepal is also rich in diverse rapid rivers: Grade 5-5+ rivers with raging white water rapids for the adventurous, to Grade 2-3 rivers with a few rapids for novices. Rafters also have a choice ranging from two to three-week trips to trips of two or three days. The options include paddling, oaring and kayaking. Paddling requires all on boat to participate with instructions from river runner. Luxury safari-style trips with full team are available too. In an oar boat, the guide rows alone giving participants a chance to observe the surroundings. Kayaking is another way to travel downstream.
The starting point for rafting and kayaking in Tama Koshi River is from Busti which is on the way to Jiri. This river sometimes becomes quite challenging for commercial fun as it sometimes creates impossible rapids. Tama Kosi is more famous among the Kayak lovers.
Rafting Time: During autumn - mid-September through November, during winter December through February and spring - March through June
If you are taking a trip involving two days or more, carry warm shirts. T-shirts, heavy woolen sweater (warm clothes), extra pair of dry shoes and trousers in addition to the regular items.
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