NEPAL Land of the Himalayas
Nepal is a country of great beauty and visual varieties with the attitude of 70m above the sea level in the south and about 8848m height of Mt. Everest in the north. Nepal has, therefore, diversify in altitude that has reflected unique culture.
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Nepal is famous in the world for its natural beauty, shining mountains, green valley and beautiful green places with terraced farmlands and hilly foot trails and the forests full of rare wild lives including the lordly tiger, one-horned rhinoceros. The religious homogeneity is next unique feature for Nepal. The exquisite art and architecture of Nepal reflect the artistic ingenuity and the religious tradition of people as well. The beautiful lakes and springs is considered as the main remarkable point of the country and plants like orchids and rhododendrons is as scenic you can imagine.
About Nepal: Nepal is the youngest republic in the world. The people movement in June 2006 overthrew centuries old shah Dynasty and declared Nepal as a Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal on May 28, 2008
Location: Nepal is a landlocked country nestled in the laps mighty Himalayan Range, situated in Southern Asia, the Tibetan Autonomous, Region of People's Republic of China boarders Nepal in the north while Nepal shares its eastern, western and southern borders with India.
Language: Nepali is the national language of Nepal. However, people in urban areas speak and understand English quite well. People in the Tourism Industry also speak and understand selected International Languages like Chinese, Indian, French, Japanese, German, Spanish and others. Apart from these, there are hundreds of local dialects spoken by people from various ethnic groups.
Climate: Nestled in the laps of mighty Himalayan Range, Nepal has moderate climatic condition throughout the year. Nepal has four major season, namely:
There are four season
Winter (December-February)
Spring (March-May)
Summer (June-August)
Winter (December-February)
Spring (March-May)
Summer (June-August)
Autumn (September-November)
Nepal can be visited all the year around.
People and Religion: Nepal is a secular state and it respect the practice and existence of different religion within its Territory. Nepalese people are mainly divided into two distinct groups:
1. The Indo- Aryans and
2. The Mongoloids (the kirants). The Hindu Temples and Buddhist shrines are scattered all over the country. Nepal is the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the Herald of Peace. Hindus, Buddhist, Muslims, Christians are people of other religion live together here in perfect harmony.
Currency and foreign exchange: Nepal bank notes comes in rupees 1,2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 500, 1000. Denominations. coins come in rupees 1, 2, 5 and 10 denomination foreign currencies must be exchange only through banks or authorized money exchange, The receipt of such traction are to be obtained and retained. Visitors can exchange foreign currency at the foreign exchange counter at the airport upon arrival too. Visitors other than the Indian national have to make the payment in foreign currency (non-Indian currency) in hotel, trekking agencies or travel agencies and for air tickets.
Sight Seeing: It is one of the major attractions of Nepal. In Nepal, one can visit the places of historical, cultural religious importance and enjoy the scenic beauty at the same time. Famous destinations for sight seeing are Kathmandu valley, Pokhara (with scenic beauty), Lumbini (birthplace of lord Buddha), Nagarkot and Dhulikhel (Hill Resorts), Gorkha, Janakpuri etc!
Adventure Sports In Himalayas
Nepal is regarded as one of the adventurous countries in the world. The unique topographical structure makes Nepal a perfect spot for all kinds of extreme sports. Every year thousands of adventurous seekers across the world visit Nepal to experience all kinds of sports. Vacation or Trip to a natural environment or remote location with the specific purpose of active participation and exhilaration of a new experience.
Himalayan country Nepal has huge range of potentiality by offering various adventure sports to enjoy adventure travelers. Nepal is paradise for the adventure seekers. Nepal offers thrilling adventures that can get your adrenalin.
Nepal is only a country, where you can find the adventures of any kind as your need. It is only a country to fulfil your adventurous desire and utmost satisfaction. Nepal offers in the huge numbers of adventure sports like Mountain Flight, Bungee jumping, Rafting, Ultra light, Paragliding, mountain expedition, rock climbing etc.
Types of adventures: Adventure sports refer to activities like Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Mountaineering, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Base Jumping, Canoeing, Paragliding, Rafting, Trekking, or Wild Life Safari the list goes on and on.
Trekking And Mountaineering : Nepal's mountainous and hilly regions offer some of the most spectacular trekking sites in the world. The immense contrasts in altitude and climate found in the different parts of the country support and equally spectacular mix of life styles, vegetation types and wildlife.
The most popular trekking destination in Nepal is the Annapurna region. Other destinations include Everest region, Lang-tang region and other remote areas. Mountaineering in Nepal is another prime tourism activity proving Nepal the cradle for mountaineers for ages. The great Himalayan range in Nepal has eight out of fourteen of the world's 8000 meter peak with total number of 1310 snow peaks over 6000 meter and offers the best choices for Himalayan expedition and mountaineering in Nepal. Whether the interest is simply climbing a peak or an expedition on 7000 or 8000 meter peak, climbing Himalayas in Nepal has become a dream for most of the adventure enthusiasts and mountaineers in the world. Expedition on Pomori, Amadablam, Baruntse are considered the popular among 6000 and 7000 meter peaks whereas Dhulagiri, Makalu, Manaslu, Lhotse, Everest are the 8000 meter peak for the challenging climbing in Nepal. Nepal is well known for its Himalayan mountains. Among the ten highest peaks in the world, eight are Nepal, including the highest peak Mount Everest. Nepal is famous destination for mountaineers and every year more than 100 expeditions trudge up the Himalayas.
There are four seasons for mountaineering in Nepal.
* Spring (March-May)
* Summer (June- August)
* Autumn ( September- November) and
* Winter ( November- December
Jungle Safari in Himalayas: A trip to Nepal is incomplete if you have not been on a jungle safari. Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Royal Bardia National Park, Royal Chitwan Park and Royal Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve all located in the Terai.
While the mountains of the north have some of the highest and most magnificent peaks in the world, the tropical jungles of the Terai preserve some of the best wildlife habitat in the subcontinent. Some of these rich wildlife habitats are now protected, and can be tours on elephant. Back, 4WD Vehicles, and Dugout Canoes or on Foot accompanied a licensed guide. Nepal has 16 national parks, wildlife reserves and conservation areas, occupying 16% of its total geographical area. Jungle safari on elephant back or jeep rides are offered at the
Among them, there are two famous National Park. Royal Chitwan National Park and Bardia National Park where you can explore the wild life getting yourself deep into the heart of the forest, while the others serve as the natural habitat to thousands of animals including snow-leopard, Gharials, Crocodiles, Ram, Bobcats, endangered red panda, Elks, Anteplores, Kasturi, Monkeys, hundred of birds (infact Arun Valley has the largest population of birds (650+) and butterflies (800+) in the entire world). Himalayas has such varied topography that it showcases different types of flora and fauna. It has some unique wildlife activities. Different regions of the Himalayas have some unique features. So to explore the wilds of the Himalayas jungle safari in the best option. It will give you a chance to come close to nature. Jungle safari can be of different types like riding on an elephant's back or traveling on a jeep.
Jungle safari is exploring the forest through a jeep instead of trekking, hiking and biking. It is a very different experience. The jungle safari tours involve not just exploring the jungles of any particular region but it also involves various wildlife sanctuaries and national parks and even protective reserve.
You can also opt for wildlife camping and nature walk along with your jungle safari. The safari tour also includes lodging, which are provided by various forest departments within the sanctuary area and national parks. It gives you a chance to walk around the jungle and just relax and feel the wildness. The best time to go for a jungle safari is between April to June and September to November.
Major Places for Jungle Safaris are:
- The Great Himalayan National Park
- Jim Corbett National Park
- Royal Chitwan National Park
- Namdapha National Park
- Royal Bardia National Park
River Rafting in Nepal: In fact, Nepal is known to contain the world's best rivers for white-water experiences. After mountain expedition river rafting is the most exciting and adventurous sport in Nepal. It is a journey on the torrential river on an inflatable rubber boat.
Few countries in the world offer the thrill of white water in such an impressive setting or rushing rivers flowing through tropical jungles with snow-capped peaks in the distance. The combination of spectacular rivers, mountain scenery and a rich cultural heritage makes Nepal an obvious river runner's destination. No other country has such a choice of trips on wild rivers with warm water, a subtropical climate and big white-sand beaches that are ideal for camping. A full day trip is about
5 hrs.
The River of Rafting In Nepal
Paragliding in Pokhara: Paragliding is a relatively new adventure sport in Nepal. Paragliding in this Himalayan country can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seekers.
You can experience unparalleled scenic grandeur as your share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites, while floating over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes, and jungles, with a fantastic views of the majestic Himalayan.The main area for flying in Nepal is the Annapurna region, more specifically the Pokhara valley. This lakeside town is Nepal's second "city" nestled at the foot of the Annapurna Himal, the views commanded from here, of 3 of the world's 8000m peaks, are unsurpassed. At an altitude of 8000m ASL the subtropical climate means that, year around. The micro climate of the valley makes, it an ideal area for flying, with more constant conditions than the Kathmandu valley 150 km east.
Best Season: Gliding is a weather dependent sport and the flying season in Nepal commences from November through February. Whereas, best month is November and December.
Mountain Biking In Nepal: The best way to explore the Kathmandu valley and around is on a mountain bike, Nepal's diverse terrain is a mountain biker's dream adventure come true..
Mountain biking offers an
environmentally sound way of exploring this magnificent country, it's landscape and living heritage.
If you are here in Nepal for short time and want to have a taste of
short ride around Kathmandu valley, try Nepal Mountain Biking day tour,
go mostly downhill seeing the Himalayan vista.
The Bungy Jumping site of Nepal was designed by one of New Zealand's leading bungee consultants, and is operated by some of the most experienced jump masters in the business.
Location: Approximately three hour drive from Kathmandu into the Arniko (Kathmandu/Lhasa) Highway to within 12km of the Tibet Border and the famous Friendship Bridge.
The Gorge: 166m wide steel suspension bridge over the Bhote Koshi River.
The Bridge: Swiss designed, especially for bungy jumping with a 4x safety factor. It has a loading factor of 250 kg per running meter. This means that the bridge will hold 250 x 166 = 41,500kg or 4.5 tones. And those are Swiss measurements! * Over 6000 meters of steel wire was used to build the bridge * Longest suspension bridge in Nepal * the bridge joins two sides of a great valley. Before its construction, locals walked five hours to cross this river gorge.
Few countries in the world offer the thrill of white water in such an impressive setting or rushing rivers flowing through tropical jungles with snow-capped peaks in the distance. The combination of spectacular rivers, mountain scenery and a rich cultural heritage makes Nepal an obvious river runner's destination. No other country has such a choice of trips on wild rivers with warm water, a subtropical climate and big white-sand beaches that are ideal for camping. A full day trip is about
5 hrs.The River of Rafting In Nepal
- Trisuli River
- Sun Koshi
- Karnali
- Seti River
- Marshyangdi River Trip
- Kali Gandaki
Paragliding in Pokhara: Paragliding is a relatively new adventure sport in Nepal. Paragliding in this Himalayan country can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seekers.
There are abundance of other sites around the valley but all need to be walked up. With names such as Dikie Danda, Devi falls, Poondi and Matepani, all can be connected by air from Sarangkot.
Best Season: Gliding is a weather dependent sport and the flying season in Nepal commences from November through February. Whereas, best month is November and December.
To take off point for these flights is Sarangkot (1592m), which offers prime views of Phewa Tal and the mountains of sunrise and sunset, the landing is by the lake. No previous experience is required as qualified pilot provide a short briefing before launching.
Paragliding Sites in Nepal
1. Mount Everest- Altitude 7458m.
2. Killumn- small take off... little bit technical, not for beginners!!! Altitude 1473m.
3. Sarangkot- side of the road,from Pokhara to Sarangkot follow the Paragliders and Birds. Altitude-1438m.
4. Sirkot- easy Altitude 1551m.
5. Pokalde- Altitude 4767m.
6. Sati Dada- Altitude 2027m.
7. Galem- Altitude 976m.
8. Besisahar- Altitude 1490m.
9. Meem Gurung- Altitude 1713m.
10. Green Wall East- Altitude 1647m.
11. Dicki Danda- Altitude 16431m.
12. Karachi Spitze- Altitude 3323m.
13. Galem- Altitude 1739m.
14. Korchong- Altitude 2939m.
15. Arghakhanchi- Altitude 1750m.
1. Mount Everest- Altitude 7458m.
2. Killumn- small take off... little bit technical, not for beginners!!! Altitude 1473m.
3. Sarangkot- side of the road,from Pokhara to Sarangkot follow the Paragliders and Birds. Altitude-1438m.
4. Sirkot- easy Altitude 1551m.
5. Pokalde- Altitude 4767m.
6. Sati Dada- Altitude 2027m.
7. Galem- Altitude 976m.
8. Besisahar- Altitude 1490m.
9. Meem Gurung- Altitude 1713m.
10. Green Wall East- Altitude 1647m.
11. Dicki Danda- Altitude 16431m.
12. Karachi Spitze- Altitude 3323m.
13. Galem- Altitude 1739m.
14. Korchong- Altitude 2939m.
15. Arghakhanchi- Altitude 1750m.
Mountain Biking In Nepal: The best way to explore the Kathmandu valley and around is on a mountain bike, Nepal's diverse terrain is a mountain biker's dream adventure come true..
Mountain biking offers an
environmentally sound way of exploring this magnificent country, it's landscape and living heritage.
If you are here in Nepal for short time and want to have a taste of
short ride around Kathmandu valley, try Nepal Mountain Biking day tour,
go mostly downhill seeing the Himalayan vista.
Sandwiched between the two most popular countries of the world, China and India, Nepal has one of the most mountainous areas of the world..There are plenty of drifts roads and trials in Nepal to meet every mountain biker's wildest fantasy.. Mountain is a fascinating way to travel the by ways of the valley, visiting little known villages, several groves and out of the way temples and monuments. Tours may go out for just the day a may spend two or three days, staging at the scenic view spots of Dhulikhel, Nagarkot or Daman. Longer tours go from Kathmandu all the way to the southern Terai region, Pokhara, Ganesh Himal region or Chitwan National Park. Groups will experienced bikes go to Langtang valley or Thorong-La or even fly up to Lhasa, Tibet and mountain bike all the way back to Kathmandu.
Itinerary:
Here are few options for Kathmandu valley day biking tour starting from
USD 87 per person per day, if more then 3 pax it will be USD 67 per
person per day.
Bungy jumping in Nepal is yet another thrilling activity, the land of adventure, offers the most exciting jump just near to the Tibetan border. Bungy is Nepal’s ultimate Rush and one of the longest free- falls in the world. The first bungee jumping site of Nepal is situated 160m over the wild Bhote Koshi River,
three-hour driving from Kathmandu Valley. The thrill of the jump can be experienced in Nepal probably the best in the world.
Bungy jumping in Nepal is yet another thrilling activity, the land of adventure, offers the most exciting jump just near to the Tibetan border. Bungy is Nepal’s ultimate Rush and one of the longest free- falls in the world. The first bungee jumping site of Nepal is situated 160m over the wild Bhote Koshi River,
The Bungy Jumping site of Nepal was designed by one of New Zealand's leading bungee consultants, and is operated by some of the most experienced jump masters in the business.
Location: Approximately three hour drive from Kathmandu into the Arniko (Kathmandu/Lhasa) Highway to within 12km of the Tibet Border and the famous Friendship Bridge.
The Gorge: 166m wide steel suspension bridge over the Bhote Koshi River.
Zip Flying In Nepal Ride the world's tallest and longest zipline! 600m up in the air, zoom down at 140 km per hour covering a distance of 1.8 km.
Travel to the enchanting Pokhara valley with its spectacular lakes and fascinating views of Himalayan mountains. Pokhara now offers the rush of extreme zip lining, the first of its kind in Asia. Head for the peak of Sarangkot overlooking the Pokhara valley down below, offering the most spectacular views of the Annapurna mountain range.
The Zip line has been in operation since 2nd June 2012. Safety is the leading criteria, and the system by Zip-flyer TM LLC, USA is designed with the most advanced technologies, and has delivered a state-of-the-art zipline. So get ready to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush!
Rock Climbing In Nepal Rock climbing in Nepal is one of the most fun and thrilling adventure activities to try in Nepal. Rock climbing in Nepal is one of the most popular adventure sports in which the participants will climb the rocks at the natural formation or the artificial rocks walls.
Due to its global popularity, the popularity of the rock climbing among the tourist visiting to Nepal is also increasing day by day. Thus, it can be combined with other several activities like bird watching, game watching, sight watching and other several activities.There are different places in Nepal where one can go for rock climbing. Some of them are Balaju rock climbing, Hattiban rock climbing site, Thame rock climbing site, Bimal Nagar rock climbing site and other different places.
Skydiving In Nepal Skydiving is a new sport in Nepal One more reason to come to Nepal if its not already in your bucket list. The difference between skydiving in Nepal compared to skydiving abroad is the spectacular 360 degree view of the Himalayas.
An excitingly extreme aerial adventure, Everest skydiving is an amazingly unique experience in the world. Skydiving is done from a plane or a chopper onto the world’s highest drop zone at Gorak Shep, Kala Patthar. The skydiving takes place in front of the world's highest peak Mt. Everest (8,848 m), and the free fall takes you past some of the world’s highest mountain peaks.
Canoeing is extreme water adventure in Nepal where you can experience the thrill and excitement of traveling down the creeks or streams of rivers. To have thrilling adventure of canoeing can be easily experienced in Sundarijal area and cannot be missed by the adrenaline seeker and water sports enthusiast. Canyoning is the spot of abseiling down waterfalls. Nepal has earned the reputation as one of the best
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