Kameng River Rafting Expedition
Enter the last frontier of the North Eastern part of India. The Kameng River in Arunachal Pradesh is a tributary of the Brahmaputra, which has only been accessible for river rafting and kayaking in the past 10 years.
Why? NE India gets a lot of rain, which is reflected in some of the finest whitewater in the world, lush rainforests, and breath-taking flora and fauna. The tribal communities that live there are rich in culture. The Kameng’s remoteness is precious and fragile. You feel lucky just to experience such a special area, hidden from the rest of the world. There are a few days on this trip, rafting through the jungle that you will not even come across tribal villages. While other tributaries of the Brahmaputra are spectacular, the technical challenge of the Kameng keeps us coming back for more. This trip is for experienced rafters and kayakers with an adventurous spirit and willingness to explore the unknown.
Quick Facts
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Duration: 13 days
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Difficulty: Moderate
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Price: USD 2200 per head, for a group of 4
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Location: Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh, North East India.
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Operation Mode: Expedition Style
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Length: 180 kms starting from Riga to Tippa
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Additional Activities: Yoga sessions, riverside and remote area camping, hiking to local villages, and cultural interactions. Enjoying the local Arunachali cuisine whenever we get a chance.
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Bhalukpong
Assemble at Bhalukpong. Overnight stay at a camp.
Day 2
Bhalukpong to Seppa
Drive 3 hours to Seppa. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 3
Seppa to Riga
Drive 4 hours to Riga and set up camp. Get the raft and gear ready for the expedition. One can walk down the beach and enjoy the twittering of the birds and the rushing water. Dinner around the campfire is filled with conversation about the coming days on the river.
Day 4
Layover day
Spend the day exploring the surroundings and getting to know the Kameng corridor. One can choose to wake up late, laze around the camp or take a nature walk, sunbathe, bird watch, try a hand at fishing or just lie on the beach and read a book. Depending on flows and at the trip leader’s discretion, we may raft a section of the river. Camp at Riga.
Day 5
Riga to Seppa
Today the river journey begins. Paddle through a gorge which provides some stunning views. Paddle bouncy grade 3 rapids which are the highlight of the day as a lot of small streams and rivers come in adding volume. As we leave the first gorge, we float through the Seppa town to pitch camp on a sandy river beach. Spectacular views of streams falling into the Kameng surround us and we go to bed dreaming of the river and what the next day holds.
Day 6
Seppa to Camp II
The day starts with an easy float section as we go away from the villages into the remote gorge of the Kameng, where there are good grade 3-4 rapids before we reach camp at the rivers’ confluence.
Day 7
Camp II to Camp III
This is a great section of the Kameng River as the Bichom River joins it, increasing volume adding punch to the rapids. We encounter 23 grade 3 to 4 plus rapids. We scout the rapids and negotiate them accordingly. Set up camp in the afternoon and rest our aching muscles. This is the entrance to the remote section on the Kameng River.
Day 8
Layover day
One can choose to wake up late, laze around the camp, sunbathe, bird watch, try a hand at fishing or just lay on the beach and read a book.
Day 9
Camp III to Stampede camp
Paddle a solid grade 4 section into a remote canyon. Camp at Stampede Camp.
Day 10
Stampede camp to Camp V
Today we encounter 18 grade 3 to 4 rapids. Once we raft pass the dam site we negotiate awesome ‘full on’ whitewater. Camp.
Day 11
Camp V to Camp VI
The last day on the river has 17 grade 3-4 plus rapids and a stunning gorge. Set up camp by a rapid tonight to celebrate the last evening around the camp fire on the trip.
Day 12
Camp VI to Bhalukpong
Raft to Tippi – the takeout point where the river slows down as it enters the plains. Transfer to Bhalukpong and overnight stay at a camp.
Day 13
Bhalukpong to Guwahati
Drive to Guwahati. Trip ends with some great memories of the Kameng River.
Bespoke Services
You land at the airport, and we take it from there. Cabs, stay, food, government permits, experiences - everything is on us, curated just for you and your group. On top of that we're excited to craft the perfect trip for you and your group! Reach out to us, and we'd be happy to tailor the dates, itinerary, and every detail to suit your preferences.
Best guides and equipment in the industry
Being an adventure company, safety is our first priority. We make sure we hire the best river guides, gear, motorbikes, and any other equipment / staff - to make sure our safety is top notch. On our trips, no-matter how intense your adventure is, you will feel like you are in good hands.
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Customized Itinerary
Want to add something to the plan? We're as excited as you are. Want to skip something or move things around? Absolutely fine. We can sit together and create the itinerary best suited to you and your group to make sure everyone has an unforgettable journey.
Curated Food Menu
Our team's chef had been with us for several years, and will make you food as per your preferences. Vegan? No issues. Gluten free? Perfectly fine. Like it spicy? We can do that too. You tell us your food requirements, and we will make sure you can eat anything that is being served to you without thinking twice.