The Tama koshi is a powerful river and has a volume twice that of the bhote koshi. The river has its source in Tibet and drains many high Himalayan peaks such as the Gauri Shanker and glaciers like the Tse Rolpa . it flows 75 km before it reaches the road at Busti. This is the normal put- in point.This river is an exhilarating white water challenge that has been recommended only for keen kayakers who are capable of handling the ferocity of the waves. Experts warn that this river should not be taken lightly. "Tama koshi" means 'river of copper' as there were copper mines here.

The starting point is Busti Bridge on the way to Jiri from where a long trek leads to the Everest region. Locally the Busti Bridge is known as Tama Koshi and can be reached by car in 4hr from kathmandu. The river appears quite tame in the beginning for about 1 km, but there are plenty of class 4 rapids that appear continuously for the next 4km. before reaching an island on it. Both sides of the island have 5+ rapids.

What follow2s is 5 km of continuous class 4+ that leads to class 5 on a right hand bend, it then ease to a class 4 and comes to the road bridge. From here until Devi Tar is class 4 after which the confluence with Khimti Khola is reached. The next big rapid is called 'Fatal Attraction' and portage here is possible, the river then gets easier and by the time Chisapani is reached it is class 3. Another 4km downstream is the Akase airstrip and 1km further down the Sunkoshi is reached.

Safety Equipments we provide on trip:-

1. Best quality self-bailing inflatable raft
2. Whitewater safety helmet
3. modern plastic paddle
4. neoprene-wetsuit
5. lifejacket
6. Dry top Jacket
7. Waterproof Container/Barrel for camera and valuables things
8. Dry bag,
9. First-Aid Kits and Tents/mass fly sheet and sleeping mat
10. other necessary camping gear cooking utensils,
11. Hygienically prepared food and drinks.

Things you have to bring for the trip

River wear gear:

• shorts- half pant
• T-shirts (long sleep for sun protection)
• swim wear
• Sun Cap/Glass/Cream
• personal water bottle
• A pair of river sandals.

For the camp site wear:

• Personal sleeping bag
• lightweight shirts
• Trouser/pant
• under garments socks
• a towel,
• light shoe
• Fleece type pullover
• flash light
• personal toiletries
• camera
• reading and writing materials
• medication recommended by your doctor.