Many visit Narayani River for its religious importance, after all, the seven tributaries of Sapta-Gandaki meet in Devghat, Chitwan.
But if you go further beyond and reach Pulchowk, Bharatpur, the Naraynghat Bridge is quite famous for its sunset.
Ever since some private companies joined in to start motorboating in 2019, the place has been flocked with tourists.
In fact, President of the Youth Entrepreneur Forum, Surya Bhakta Adhikari even claimed in 2022 that nearly 1000 people visited here during holidays just for motorboating.
That’s quite the thing being done to promote Nepali tourism, right? So, if you’re seeking a quick activity from Kathmandu, this is certainly not a thing to miss out on.
Key Facts About Motorboating Service in Narayani River
| Location | Pulchowk, Bharatpur, Chitwan, Bagmati Province |
| Duration | 15-20 minutes (short ride), 45 mins – 1 hour (long) |
| Price (per person) | NRS 250 (for short) and NRS 500 (for long) |
| Safety | Life jacket provided |
| Best Time to Visit | October to May |
How Much Does Motorboating in Narayani River Cost?
As mentioned in the table above, you can expect the motorboating in the Narayani River to be about Rs. 250 to Rs. 500, depending on the duration.
Short rides shall cost you Rs. 250 and long rides are Rs. 500. At least, that was what we paid in January 2024 and it should remain the same as we haven’t heard any news of a price hike yet.
Don’t hesitate to comment below if you’re a local and know the current price. Our readers shall be thankful to you!
Sharing My Narayani River Motorboat Experience
My office colleagues and I had planned a 1-day trip to Chitwan and had quite the joy we never expected.
We took an evening bus to Bharatpur and stayed in one of the hotels in Pulchowk after reaching here at 2 AM! Enjoyed the river and bridge view at night, which was stunning!
Then, we woke up the next morning and were greeted by–guess what? The bridge and the river yet again!
After a hearty breakfast, we headed to take some pictures on the riverside and just then were approached by a local photographer. One of my friends loved his service and took him along on our motorboat ride.
Note that you need to pay the fees in the motorboat ticket counter, which is run by a private company.
Since our group comprised five people (six including the photographer), we got on the motorboat without having to wait much. The boat was a 10-seater, but around 12 people can fit in easily.
We strapped on our life jackets, ready for the adventure ahead. The boat operator showcased impressive skills, and the ride was a perfect escape, easing away all our office stress.
Well, due to time limitations, we had picked a short ride as we were in a hurry to reach Sauraha and even return to Kathmandu the same day.
The ride ended within 15 minutes, which I felt it was just too short. Also, we didn’t reach very far, just about a few hundred meters away from the Narayani Bridge.
Maybe the long ride would be more fun. Let me know if you try it out.
A friendly reminder: In case you too hire a photographer, make sure to negotiate properly before taking them on the ride. They charge you Rs. 10 for a photo and Rs. 20 for a video.
Is Motorboating in Narayani River Worth It?
Based on my experience, the ride is pretty fun for those who haven’t gone on many adventures.
Also, I would recommend it to anyone who is ready for a fast escape and just loves indulging themselves in new activities.
But if you’re a serious adventure seeker, you might not be fully satisfied.
Yet, for most of us, this is a must-to-do activity when you’re in Chitwan. Even from Kathmandu, you’re just about 6 hours away.
Since you’re not getting to ride the motorboat yourself, I wouldn’t personally call this an adventure.
Final Words
We hope you got all the information you need on the motorboating activity in Narayani River.
After the motorboat, there are a lot of other things to do in Chitwan to go for. I’ll be covering every one of them very soon in Travel Nepal Today.
For now, share this article with your friends and family so that you can plan this activity together.
Happy traveling to Chitwan!
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