Activities
So you've got the whole plethora of temples and stupas and your
head goes boom-boody-boom? Try trekking
for change. After all, that's what got Nepal on the map, right?.
The best trekking season is between October and early December,
although March and April are also popular. For lower treks even
the winter months are just great - crystal-clear views of those
silly mountains. And with the trekking companies we feature, there
is no second-guessing.
Trekking permits are no longer necessary, but in most parts you
require a National Park or Conservation Area permit.
Popular treks from Kathmandu include the Everest Base Camp, and
the Helambu and Langtang treks. A great choice are also the off-the
beaten path treks into the Jugal Himal - just in case you do not
want to run into your tax accountant. From Pokhara, the most popular
are the Annapurna Circuit and the Jomsom trek. Less-travelled
alternatives require more planning, but include the Kanchenjunga
Base Camp trek, the Dolpo region, Mustang, Manaslu and Rara Lake.
Rafting and kayaking are incredibly popular, especially on the
Trisuli River near Kathmandu and the Sun Kosi in Dolalghat. Remoter
challenges include the Karnali (a two-day trek from Surkhet) and
the Tamur (a three-day trek from Dobhan in eastern Nepal). Other
activities include mountain
biking in the Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara and near the Tibetan
border; and safariing
in the Terai. Feel the urge to get airborne? Well then try Paragliding
around Pokhara. A range of language, spiritual, medicinal and
yoga courses can be taken in Kathmandu and at various temples
and monasteries.
GOLF HIMALYA
Golfing in Nepal has picked up quite considerably. There is a
good selection of good and demanding golf courses in the Kingdom
of Nepal.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
We invite you to get on one of our bikes and take to the quiet
roads and secret trails of the Kathmandu Valley for a tailor-made
one-day mountain biking adventure. Various other MTB
trips are available. Descents of over 2000 vertical metres
in Nepal are possible, and all abilities from novice through experienced
can be catered for. Vehicle support is provided where necessary.
American-made mountain bikes, helmets, mountain bike day pack,
lunch and water bottle are all provided in addition to your knowledgeable
guide.
SEE NEPAL FROM THE AIR
One of the most exciting ways to see the Himalaya is from the
air, allowing people who do not have enough time to see the world's
highest mountains. Here are some of the options that you can book:
Helicopter excursions
and trekkings: private
flights to the mountain or region of your choice. A wide variety
of helicopters can be chartered to meet your requirements, from
small yet powerful Ecureull to the mighty Ml-17 helicopter.
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