Khem Bahadur Thapa

Khem Bahadur Thapa / Freelance Trip Leader / Senior Rafting Guide

Khem Bahadur Thapa is a Nepali national from Devghat, Tanahun, born on September 13, 1996. He is a married Hindu male, fluent in Nepali, English, and Hindi. With over a decade of experience in whitewater sports and outdoor education, Khem entered the rafting industry in 2014 with Adrenaline Rush Nepal and worked there until 2017. Since then, he has been a successful freelancer, leading trips, guiding rafting and kayaking expeditions, operating gear rafts, and managing trip logistics across Nepal. His experience demonstrates expertise beyond basic guiding, including leadership, group management, and operational coordination.

Known for his friendly demeanor, passion for learning, and dedication to mentoring junior guides, Khem combines professional expertise with a love for the outdoors. He maintains strong professional relationships across the industry and is highly respected for his reliability, safety-first approach, and ability to manage high-risk adventure activities.