Trishuli River
In Nepali: त्रिशूली नदी
The Trishuli is named after Shiva's trident (trishul) and rises near Gosaikunda. Its middle section, running alongside the Prithvi Highway, offers fun grade III–IV rapids, sandy beaches and riverside camps, and one- to three-day trips are easy to arrange from Kathmandu or Pokhara.
Popular put-ins are at Charaudi and Bhaireni; many trips end at Kurintar near Manakamana or continue towards Chitwan. Water is highest and wildest from June to September, when some sections close.
What to see and do
Choose a one-day rafting trip with lunch on a beach, or two to three days with overnight camps, bonfires and beach games. Riverside resorts along the Prithvi Highway also offer kayaking lessons, canyoning and simple relaxation by the water. Many travellers raft the Trishuli on the way between Kathmandu and Pokhara or Chitwan.
Good to know
Book with licensed operators who provide life jackets, helmets and trained guides. Highway traffic along the river is heavy; plan road travel with time to spare.
Quick answers
- Where is Trishuli River?
- Trishuli River is in Dhading district, Bagmati Province, in the Pahad belt of Nepal.
- How much does it cost to visit Trishuli River?
- For a 3-day trip from Kathmandu, about NPR 5,000 (≈ US$37) per person on a budget, or NPR 14,000 (≈ US$105) with standard hotels and private transport — for two foreign visitors sharing, including transport, stay, food. Nepali visitors on a budget: about NPR 5,000 per person. These are estimates; adjust them in the trip planner.
- How many days do I need for Trishuli River?
- Plan 1 night there; with travel from Kathmandu and back, about 3 days in all.
- Do I need a permit or ticket for Trishuli River?
- No special permit or ticket is normally needed.
- When is the best time to visit Trishuli River?
- October–December; March–May
- How do I get to Trishuli River?
- 2–3 hours from Kathmandu on the Prithvi Highway. It is about 49 km (straight line) from Kathmandu.
- What is Trishuli River called in Nepali?
- त्रिशूली नदी
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