Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (1 hr) and drive 7–8 hours to Gopghat or Dipayal Bridge — the Seti River put-in. Set up the first riverside camp and acclimatize. Trip briefing in the evening.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Riverside camp
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Seti–Karnali Fishing Expedition
An 11-day combined Seti and Karnali river journey — the most productive Golden Mahseer water in Nepal, with multi-day fishing camps at Scorpion Beach and the Budhi Ganga confluence.
10 Nights / 11 DaysFar WestModerate
OverviewBest season March – May (spring) and October – mid-November (autumn) Group size Minimum 2, maximum 12 anglers per departure Start point Kathmandu (flight to Nepalgunj, drive to Gopghat / Dipayal) End point Chisapani Bridge (drive to Nepalgunj, flight to Kathmandu) Difficulty Moderate Best for Anglers who want isolation, river camps, and trophy fish Target species Golden Mahseer (Tor putitora) • Silver Mahseer (Tor tor) • Goonch Catfish • Sahar • Bokar • Asala (Snow Trout)
About the Seti–Karnali trip
The Seti–Karnali expedition is the trip we recommend for serious anglers who want maximum fishing time on the most productive water in Nepal. The Seti River — a major tributary of the Karnali system — flows out of the Api and Saipal Himalayan range and joins the Karnali in the far west of the country. The water before the confluence is some of the least-fished, most pristine Mahseer habitat anywhere in the Himalaya.
The trip starts with a flight to Nepalgunj and an overland transfer to Gopghat or Dipayal Bridge, the put-in. From there it's eleven days on the water — a mix of moving rafting, full layover fishing days at proven camps (Scorpion Beach, Budhi Ganga confluence, Mahseer Camp), and quiet evenings around a campfire. The fishing is the focus: most days have a morning session before breakfast and an evening session before dinner, with rafting in between.
Compared to the Karnali expedition, this trip has less continuous whitewater and more dedicated fishing time. It's longer by a day, covers more confluence water, and gets to camps that the standard Karnali itinerary doesn't reach. For anglers chasing Mahseer specifically, this is our flagship.
Day by day
Your 10 Nights / 11 Days itinerary
A detailed breakdown of every day on the trip — from Kathmandu pickup to final return. The schedule can shift based on river conditions and group preference.
Itineraries are a guide, not a contract. River conditions, weather, and group needs can shift the schedule — your guide will brief you on any changes the day before they happen.
What's covered
Inclusions, exclusions, and what to bring
Included
- All ground transport (Kathmandu ↔ Nepalgunj ↔ put-in/take-out)
- Domestic flights between Kathmandu and Nepalgunj (both ways)
- All meals on the river prepared by the camp chef
- Riverside camping with two-person tents and dining shelter
- Hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj on transit nights if needed
- Government-licensed fishing permits and conservation fees
- Rafting equipment (rafts, helmets, PFDs, paddles, dry bags, pelican boxes)
- Professional IRF-certified river guides and a dedicated fishing guide
- Safety kayakers, full first-aid kit, treated drinking water
Not included
- International flights and Nepal entry visa
- Personal travel and medical insurance (mandatory for the trip)
- Personal fishing tackle (rentals available)
- Alcoholic and soft beverages beyond meal water/tea
- Tips for guides and crew
- Personal expenses
- Bardia safari extension or other add-ons
What to bring
- Quick-dry shirts (3) and synthetic pants/shorts
- Warm fleece for evenings, light rain jacket
- Sun hat with retainer cord, polarized sunglasses, SPF 50+ sunscreen
- River sandals with secure straps + camp shoes
- Personal first-aid kit, prescription meds
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Reusable water bottle (1L+)
- Personal fishing tackle if preferred
- Waterproof camera case or dry bag for camera
- Buff or scarf for transit dust
Common questions
Questions about the Seti–Karnali
The Seti–Karnali combines two river systems and adds a day of dedicated fishing. The Seti before the confluence is among the least-fished Mahseer water in Nepal, and the trip includes layover days at Budhi Ganga confluence, the Seti–Karnali confluence, and Scorpion Beach. The Karnali expedition has more whitewater character; this one has more fishing time and confluence water.
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