The best way to experience Nepals unbeatable combination of natural beauty and culture riches is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trails or virgin tracks. Either way you are in for an experience for a lifetime. Along with forests of rhododendron, small mountain villages, birds, monasteries and breath taking landscapes.
Nepal Trekking
The
Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, is a country in South Asia and, as of 2010, the world's
most recent nation to become a republic. Located in the Himalayas and bordered
to the north by the People's Republic of China, and to the south, east, and west
by the Republic of India. With an area of 147,181 square kilometres (56,827 sq
mi) and a population of approximately 30 million, Nepal is the world's 93rd
largest country by land mass and the 41st most populous country. Kathmandu is
the nation's capital and the country's largest metropolitan city.
Nepal is a country of highly diverse and rich geography, culture, and
religions. The mountainous north has eight of the world's ten highest mountains,
including the highest, Sagarmatha, known in English as Mount Everest. It
contains over 240 peaks more than 20,000ft (6,096 m) above sea level. The
fertile and humid south is heavily
urbanized.
By some measures, Hinduism is practised by a larger majority of people in
Nepal than in any other nation. Buddhism, though a minority faith in the
country, is linked historically with Nepal as the birthplace of the Buddha.
A monarchy throughout most of its history, Nepal was ruled by the Shah
dynasty of kings from 1768, when Prithvi Narayan Shah unified its many small
kingdoms. In 2006, however, a decade-long People's Revolution by the Communist
Party of Nepal (Maoist) along with several weeks of mass protests by all major
political parties of Nepal culminated in a peace accord, and the ensuing
elections for the constituent assembly voted overwhelmingly in favour of the
abdication of the last Nepali monarch Gyanendra Shah and the establishment of a
federal democratic republic in May 28, 2008. The first President of Nepal, Ram
Baran Yadav, was sworn in on 23 July
2008.
Everest
Region - Soul of the World
This uncommonly charming destination is most excellent and suitable
introduction to the Nepals legendary cultural variety and eyeful mountain vistas
including the earths highest point - Mt. Everest (29035ft /8848m). Holiday in
the Everest region is designed to coincide with close - up view of snow -
capped Himalayas view and inspirational trip along the dramatic and beautiful
path passing through some of the fine Sherpa villages and definitely present you
the absolute benefit of visiting old, artistic Buddhist monasteries, what's
more, offering you rare opportunity to summit some of the eye - appealing peaks
including Mera peak (21247f t /6476m), Island peak (20285ft / 6183m), Pokalde
peak (19049ft / 5806m) and many more.
Annapurna
Region - Journey once in a lifetime!
Globally
renowned trekking site in Nepal is no other than Annapurna region which
comprises three major trekking routes lying towards the north of central Nepal:
Jomsom, Annapurna Sanctuary, and a circuit of the Annapurna Himal itself. The
diverse terrain and the communities with varieties of cultures of the region
make this area the most popular trekking areas of Nepal. You are definitely
rewarded by sensational mountain scenery, tops are Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna
(8091m), Manaslu (8156m), Lamjung Himal (6983m), Machapuchhre (6993m), Tukuche
Peak (6920m), Tilicho Peak (7134m), Nilgiri (6940m) and complex assortment of
traditional cultural. The Kaligandaki passing between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
is the deepest gorge in the world. Cultural variety from Hindu communities to
Buddhist, Aryans to Mongols, famous Gorkha soldiers, fortresses, villages,
valleys, most rainy areas to the rain shadow areas of Nepal - all with extreme
contrasts from each other make each days walk a different experience. According
to the recent survey held by Modern Maturity (USA), this region has been
declared as the worlds most spectacular trekking trails. Pokhara "The city of
lakes'' would be either the starting point or ending point of your trek in the
Annapurna region. Naturally enriched and picturesque town located at an altitude
of 3000 feet is Pokhara, lying on the lap of great massive Himalayan ranges. One
of the best tourist destinations, Pokhara is only 200 km west of Kathmandu
valley. It is within easy access by both air and
road.
Langtang
Region - Best site to explore astonishing Nature!
This is another most exceptional trekking site placed north of Kathmandu
in the middle of the Great Himalayan Range on the Tibetan border and is within
easy access. This region abounds in natural and cultural blending several
vegetations, endangered animal species including Himalayan Red Panda. Pika, Musk
deer, Himalayan black bear, common Langur etc. This site has been identified as
the alluring holiday destination among tourists from every corner of universe.
Helambu, situated north of Kathmandu, offers vast potentials for trekkers with
many scenic villages inhabited Sherpa and Tamang. Gosaikunda, a glacier lake, is
the most famous one with several other glacier lakes adjoining
it.
Nepal Adventures
Mountain
Climbing
The 800 km stretch of the Nepal Himalayan is the greatest in the
world with eight peaks that rise above 8,000m including the highest in the
world, Mt. Everest. Ever since the country opened its peaks to climbers in 1994,
the Nepal Himalayan has become a great theatre of mountaineering activity and
the drama of success and failure have provided impetus to thousands of men and
women to meet the ultimate challenge.
Trekking The
best way to experience Nepals unbeatable combination of natural beauty and
culture riches is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trails or
virgin tracks. Either way you are in for an experience for a lifetime. Along
with forests of rhododendron, isolated hamlets, and small mountain villages,
birds, animals, temple, monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, you will also
encounter friendly people of different cultures offering a fascinating glimpse
of traditional rural life.
Bird
Watching Nepal
is a paradise for bird lovers with over 646 species (almost 8% of the world
total) of birds, and among them almost 500 hundred species are found in
Kathmandu Valley alone. The most popular bird watching spots in Kathmandu are
Phulchoki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati river, Taudaha including the National
Parks and Conservation areas too. Get your binoculars and look forward to a
rewarding experience.
Mountain
Flight Only
awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the experience of going on a
mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains on earth. Mountain flights
offer the closest possible aerial views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and the
Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to all category of travelers and have
become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. For those who are restricted by
time or other considerations from going for a trek, these flights offer a
panoramic view of the Himalayan in just one hour.
Rafting/Kayaking/Canyoning Rafting
is one of the best ways to explore the typical cross section of natural as well
as ethno-cultural heritage of the country. There are numerous rivers in Nepal
which offer excellent rafting or canoeing experience. You can glide on calm jade
waters with munificent scenery all about or rush through roaring white rapids,
in the care of expert river-men employed by government authorized agencies. One
can opt for day of river running or more.
Hot
Air Ballooning Hot
air ballooning is very popular with tourists for it affords the most spectacular
birds - eye view of the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayan ranges towering in
the background. On a clear day its a superb way to view the Himalayan (from over
6000m up), and the view of the valley is equally
breathtaking.
Bungy
Jumping The
ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced in Nepal at one of the
best sites that this sport can boast of anywhere in the world. Nepals first
bungy jumping site is situated 160m. Over the Bhote Koshi river, inviting you to
experience the ultimate adrenaline rush in the surroundings of this amazing
place. The jump, at 160m., is staffed and operated by some of the most
experienced jumpmasters in the business.
Paragliding Paragliding
in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure
seeking. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you
share airspace with Himalayan griffins vultures, eagles, kites and float over
villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the
majestic Himalayas.
Ultralight
Aircraft Ultralight
aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer spectacular views of the lakes,
mountains and villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective.
The choice of Pokhara Valley for ultra-light aircraft is appropriate chiefly
because of the proximity of the mountains, and the scenic lakes. For those who
wished they could fly birds when growing up, this flight is a must. It might be
lonely at the top, but this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but
the spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are
from the Pokhara airport beginning September through June. The flights take
place from sunrise to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to sunset every day during these
months.
Mountain
Biking The
best way to explore the Kathmandu Valley is on a mountain bike. Nepals diverse
terrain is a mountain bikers dream adventure comes true. Mountain biking offers
an environmentally sound way of exploring this magnificent country, its
landscape and living heritage. There are plenty of dirty roads and trails in
Nepal to meet every mountain bikers wildest fantasy.
Jungle
Safari National
Parks located specially in the Terai region in Nepal attract visitors from all
over the world. A visit to these parks involves game - stalking by a variety of
means - foot, dugout canoe, jeep, and elephant back. One is bound to sight a one
- horned rhino or two at every elephant safari.