Sunday, October 23, 2011

Famous Places in Nepal For Your Holiday

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Experience the panoramic views and make the most of adventure sport delights as Nepal is an ideal tourist destination that serves the finest of both the world's pleasures. If you are craving for the most exciting Nepal adventure holidays and can reach to limitless extends to experience its limits, travel to this beautiful state of Nepal is certainly the most joyful ride in nature's arms. Insane sport activities including trekking in Nepal, are surely one of the finest experiences for tourists from all around the world longs to indulge in.

Nepal has its own incredible beauty that lies in eyes of its beholder with world's highest mountain ranges in the state. Deep and dense picturesque panoramas of Nepal, makes it an ideal destination to experience complete adventure tour for tourists around the world. Since Nepal offer amazing adventure tourism and best outdoor activities to enjoy, numerous adventure activities provide ample of opportunities for cultural and heritage tourism. Experience eye catching landscapes, snowy mountain passes and scenic glaciers on Nepal adventure holidays and indulge with few fun loaded activities as mentioned below:


Trekking activities: The most striking sport activity, trekking in Nepal is surely not to be missed as Nepal is famous among enthusiastic trekkers around the world. With an appealing and well organized trekking tour in Nepal, explore the finest natural beauty with hiking trails in country that provide scenic views of landscapes, mountain passes and spectacular glaciers. Since Nepal is famous for numerous trekking trails, Everest region, Annapurna region and Langtang region are among some of popular trekking regions exhibited that attracts millions of trekkers from all around the world every year.

Tourists can explore famous snow peaks like Mt Everest, lakes like that of Gosain Kund, flowing rivers, streams and falls are all there to delight its visitors. Spectacular views of rhododendrons forest, with diversity of plant and animal species can be explored on trekking tour in Nepal Protected regions along the Himalayas like Shey-Phoksundo, Langtang, Sagarmatha, Makalu-Barun, Rara, Kanchenjunga and Shivapuri national parks along with Annapurna and Manaslu conservation areas, provide excellent trekking option to its visitors.

Mountain Biking: Discover the spectacular mountain beauty of Nepal and boost your fondness for mountain biking in Nepal. Known as an ultimate adventure activity for enthusiasts, mountain biking is surely fun loaded experience in zigzag trails of mountains. Since sport is really renowned with endless tracks and trails to explore in Nepal, bikers can experience remote wilderness, life changing culture and unbelievable views.

River Rafting Experience: Nepal offers some of the ideal rivers along with mountain ranges, which offer rafting opportunities for tourists. White Water rafting in Nepal is the perfect way to enjoy water adventure sports. Some of the famous rivers for rafting are Karnali, Trisuli, Sun Koshi etc. The flow of water in these rivers is intense rapid and ideal for rafting.

Adventure holidays in Nepal is a life changing journey to abode of snows, life experience to the world of bio diversity, and an enchanting thrill in the mystery of distinct culture.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Free Guide Kathmandu City

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Most returning tourists to Nepal as a general rule are either pro Pokhara or Kathmandu. It’s a very rare case the one wants to spend equal time in their two favorite cities, however, I do believe that those people are out there, as being one myself. Why one or the other you ask, well each are individually unique and have quite different atmospheres. What most tourists don’t see is outside the square of each of these cities, mainly thinking the city begins and ends in Thamel for Kathamndu and Lakeside Pokhara for Pokhara, when actually there are diverse and spanning cities that widely circle each tourist hub.


Why Kathmandu? Well sure this bustles with a busy, noisy city atmosphere, but it is Nepal’s main arrival venue for a majority of visiting tourists so one cannot simply bypass, without getting a taste of crazy yet fascinating Kathmandu. Its little pocket of tourist heaven one will find in Thamel. It seems somewhat sheltered from the actual fast pace business district of Kathmandu, where traffic, shopping malls and construction of bigger and better buildings blend into one big bang of progress. Thamel is a delightful area, honeycombed with alleyways, nooks and crannies, where tiny shops line the narrow streets, as taxi, rickshaw, motorbike and tourist push and weave their way around and around the main narrow roads. Restaurants of all cuisines blend in with amazing disguise, into traditional buildings and authentic architecture as one truly feels like they have stepped into another world that simple hasn’t bothered to catch up with our own modern and developed countries, however as Thamel masquerades as an ancient jewel in the midst of travel, Kathmandu strives forward into the fast pace of today without us even noticing. From this lively hub one can be assured to find fascinating culture, great night spots, local markets and anything on the menu from is mass of multicultural restaurants. Temples adorn street corners and hillside views, Buddhist and Hindu alike, the sound of bells and chanting can still be heard in quiet hours of the morning, although a majority of the day is taken up with sounds of dogs barking and horns honking, Kathmandu is still a very spiritual and amazing place to spend a lot of time in.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Money Exchange for Nepal -Services - Money

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Currency information:

Nepalese Rupee (NPR; symbol Rs) = 100 paisa. Notes are in denominations of Rs1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of 50, 25 and 10 paisa.

Note: (a) Visitors should bear in mind that foreign visitors other than Indian nationals are required to pay their airline tickets, trekking permits and hotel bills in foreign currency. (b) The import of local and Indian currency is prohibited, except for nationals of Nepal and India.
Credit cards:

American Express is widely accepted, with MasterCard and Visa in tourist shops, hotels, restaurants and agencies. ATMs are widely available in Nepal, however, it is not possible to withdraw cash in the mountains. Those embarking on treks should take enough cash for the duration of their trek.
ATM:

American Express is widely accepted, with MasterCard and Visa in tourist shops, hotels, restaurants and agencies. ATMs are widely available in Nepal, however, it is not possible to withdraw cash in the mountains. Those embarking on treks should take enough cash for the duration of their trek.
Travellers cheques:

Accepted at banks and major hotels. If trekking, it is important to bear in mind that cash is necessary. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars or Pounds Sterling.
Banking hours:

Banks in the Kathmandu valley are open Mon-Fri 0900-1530. In other areas, opening hours are usually Sun-Thurs 1000-1500 and Fri 1000-1200. Licensed money changers are open 12 hours per day.
Currency restriction:

The import of US$5,000 or more, or the equivalent amount in any other currency, must be declared on arrival. The export of local and foreign currency must be declared.
Currency exchange:

It is illegal to exchange currency with persons other than authorised dealers in foreign exchange (banks, hotels and licensed money changers). Visitors should obtain Foreign Exchange Encashment Receipts when changing currency and keep them, as these will help in many transactions, including getting visa extensions and trekking permits.

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Health and Medical Information for Nepal

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The most convenient hospital for visitor care is Patan Hospital in Lagankhel. Other hospitals include the Western Regional Hospital and the Manipal Hospital in Pokhara and the Mission Hospital in Tansen. Pharmacies in Kathmandu offer a wide range of Western drugs at low prices. In Kathmandu, you can get certain vaccinations free at the Infectious Diseases Clinic. Full medical insurance is essential.
Food and drink:

All water should be regarded as potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and advised. Avoid dairy products likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.
Other risks:

Vaccinations against Japanese B encephalitis, meningococcal meningitis, tuberculosis and hepatitis B are sometimes recommended. Altitude sickness is a hazard for trekkers - it is important to gain altitude gradually, come down to a lower altitude immediately if experiencing headaches, nausea or dizziness. Obtain further advice from the Himalayan Rescue Association. It is advisable, particularly when in rural areas, to carry a medical kit.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Short History Of Nepal and Culture

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Nepal was created from an amalgam of small principalities in 1768 under King Prithvi Narayan Shah. Under the control of a hereditary king, Nepal then became a 'buffer state' between the British empire and the territories to the north. The main instrument of British rule from the mid-19th century onwards was a hereditary prime minister drawn from the Rana family. The country became formally independent in 1923, but it was not until 1947 (the year of Indian independence) and the total withdrawal of the British from the region that Nepal achieved genuine independence. In 1951, the Ranas, who were still in power, were overthrown in a coup organised by the Nepali Congress, and a hereditary monarchy was restored under King Tribhuvan.

Four years later he was succeeded by his son, King Mahendra. In 1959, Mahendra established a parliamentary constitution, and the ensuing elections were won by the Nepali Congress (led by BP Koirala) which had played a key role in the re-establishment of the monarchy. A year later however, a royal coup led to the banning of all political parties and the establishment of a constitution based on the traditional village councils (the Panchayat system). Mahendra ruled until his death in 1972 when he was succeeded by his son Birendra.

Birendra persevered with the Panchayat system, bolstered initially by the result of a referendum which gave a narrow majority in favour of its continued use. In the face of substantial and growing opposition, which increased steadily throughout the 1980s, Birendra resorted to a mix of repression, censorship and cosmetic administrative reforms to defuse the situation. In 1986, a member of the minority Newari community, Marich Man Singh Shrestha, became Prime Minister for the first time. Then, in 1990, growing public unrest forced the King to accept political parties and introduce a draft constitution allowing for direct elections to a bicameral parliament.

The first two polls under the new system, held in 1991 and 1994, were won by the Congress Party (linked to the Indian party of the same name) and the United Marxist-Leninist Party (UML) respectively. Both parties are rife with factional infighting with the result that Nepal lacked a truly stable government throughout the 1990s. The Congress Party was returned to office once again at the most recent poll in May 1999. Since then, Nepal has been consumed by more dramatic events.

The Maoist-inspired Nepalese Communist Party pulled out of constitutional politics in 1996 and launched an armed struggle, roughly akin to the campaign conducted by the Peruvian movement Sendero Luminoso. The guerrillas have attracted large-scale support from the impoverished peasantry and have an estimated 15,000 personnel under arms. Their leader is Pushpan Kamal Dahal, better known as 'Comrade Prachanda', a Maoist ideologue who is based outside the country (probably in India) along with most of the NCP political leadership.

In June 2001, the monarchy, the bedrock of the Nepali state, almost self-destructed through a bizarre and bloody incident when the heir apparent to the throne, Crown Prince Dipendra, went berserk in the royal palace and murdered several members of his immediate family - including King Birendra - before committing suicide. The senior remaining Royal, Gyanenda, assumed the throne. The new monarch lacked the popularity of his predecessor amongst ordinary Nepalese and, along with his government, faced some formidable problems, including the Maoist insurgency, a squabbling parliament and a very weak economy.

He also inherited a new Prime Minister, Sher Bahadur Deuba, after his predecessor, the deeply unpopular Girija Prasad Koirala was forced out of office. By late 2002, there had been little improvement on any front. The Maoists controlled much of the countryside and had established their own state-within-a-state in the western Nepal; their insurgency spread to the capital also. In addition, the collapse of the tourist sector was undermining the whole economy. In October 2002, Gyanendra sacked premier Deuba and the Cabinet, and assumed some executive powers himself. National elections due for mid-November were postponed. The Nepali government now began negotiations with the rebels, and managed to reach an accord on political reforms and a new constitution. In January 2003, the rebels announced a ceasefire. This held until the following September, by which time the Nepali government was in disarray, mainly due to profound disagreements over negotiating strategy. Nepal had its third prime minister in nine months: Surya Bahadur Thapa was appointed to the post by King Gyanendra in mid-2003 following his predecessor's failure to form a government. Almost farcically, Thapa also resigned in May 2004, after weeks of street protests by opposition groups against his Royalist stance, only for Sher Bahadur Deuba to be reinstated by the king. The violence of the rebels has not abated; indeed, it culminated, as of August 2004, in a week-long blockade of Kathmandu. This sorry affair was sadly complemented by the hostage-taking of 12 Nepalese citizens in Iraq, later murdered by their captors.

On February 1 2005, King Gyanendra caused global shock when he sacked - for the second time - the Nepali government, kept politicians under strict surveillance, curtailed press freedoms and declared a state of emergency. Since assuming direct control, he has sought to appoint a mainly pro-monarchist cabinet. King Gyanendra claimed that the former government under prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba had failed to restore peace and quell the Maoist insurgency in the face of imminent elections. The country is now enduring controversial press restrictions, with some newspapers even deliberately leaving their pages blank as a muted form of protest. There are concerns that the King may be seeking to impose an Absolute Monarchy in Nepal. Although the Maoist insurgency have also been responsible for gross injustices and violations of peace (reputedly having killed more civilians than soldiers), there are worries that King Gyanendra's latest manoeuvre will only strengthen the insurgency by highlighting the ineffectiveness of democracy and the downfalls of a monarchy that asserts interventionist power. It is hoped that the UN commission on human rights, who have sent an investigator to Nepal, could influence the King into retracting his latest actions. King Gyanendra has assured the world that his measures are only temporary and that he wishes to re-install democracy within three years.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Nepal Accommodation. Hotel Guide. Details

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Hotels in Bhaktapur



Bhaktapur in Nepal is a popular tourist destination. People come from all corners of the globe to visit its innumerable temples, pagodas and squares. To accommodate this huge number of tourists, there are a large number of Hotels in Bhaktapur. These hotels offer comfortable accommodations as well as fine dining. The Hotels in Bhaktapur belong to a wide range of categories.

There are 5 star Hotels in Bhaktapur as well as low cost Budget Hotels in Bhaktapur. The tourists who look for luxurious accommodation and finest dining must opt for the 5 Star hotel. The tourists who want the best value for their money must go for the low cost budget Hotels.

The Hotels in Bhaktapur also offer different packages for sightseeing trips. You are bound to find the hotel of your choice from the long list of Bhaktapur Hotels. The staffs at the hotel arrange sightseeing trips and render valuable advices. Even rental cars are also arranged by the hotel staffs if you want.

The tourists are sure to get the hotel of their choice from the long list of the hotels in Bhaktapur. These hotels can be booked on line. You can get to know about the hotel details by the click of the mouse. The description of the rooms as well as information on different packages offered by the hotels can also be obtained on line. Check all the details of the hotel before reserving a one. To avoid heavy rush book early.

Hotels in Biratnagar

Hotels in Biratnagar are wide in variety and suit the preference and budget of all kinds of travelers. The accommodations in Biratnagar are well maintained and priced according to their categories. Whether you want to have a luxurious vacation or an economical holiday, Biratnagar is always the best destination to choose. Hotels in Biratnagar have excellent amenities and a efficient services.

The Hotels in Biratnagar vary from budget hotels, inns to wonderful five star accommodations. The travelers won’t have any problem in checking into any one of these as the city is very small and has not yet developed into a major tourism hub.

Hotel Xenial is one of the best Hotels in Biratnagar. If you want spend a few days cocooned in comfort and pampering yourself, you should visit this place. The hotel Xenial is a well equipped accommodation and caters to both domestic and foreign travelers. The facilities may not be equal to the luxury hotels of Katmandu and other bigger cities of Nepal but extreme comfort is assured to you.

Other hotels in Biratnagar are relatively low priced and are actually suitable for those who are traveling alone or in a group of friends. Biratnagar Hotels are reasonable. Xenial is perhaps the costliest of all. There are no star hotels in the city, the amount of travelers are very less, as there is not much to se in Biratnagar. Only if you want to admire the natural beauty and the picturesque landscape of the city, you can visit here.

Though the Hotels in Biratnagar are not large in number but the quality of service provided is excellent. The travelers won’t face any problem while staying in these hotels. The staff of the Hotels in Biratnagar is well behaved and takes good care of every guest.

Hotels in Kathmandu



A number of Hotels in Kathmandu have started mushrooming owing to the upsurge of tourists. There are a number of 5 star Hotels in Kathmandu and 4 star Hotels in Kathmandu. The hotels in Kathmandu are picture perfect places of accommodation in Kathmandu.

The location of the Hotels in Kathmandu is easily accessed by the tourists. The hotels in Kathmandu houses well-decorated rooms which are well-equipped with cutting-edge modern amenities. The rooms are spacious. You can put up in any of the types of rooms. The room facilities include international direct dial telephone, air conditioning, mini bar, refrigerator, multi channel music, centrally air conditioned rooms and a lot more. The mini bar has a wide array of drinks and snacks and you can enjoy a drink at the minibar. To stay in touch with friends and business partners you can use the in-room telephone.

Continental, Chinese and Indian dishes are served at the restaurant. Banquet facilities are also provided to the guests. Secretarial services and multi-lingual staff are the added advantages.

The hotels in Kathmandu houses business center. There are a number of meeting rooms. The rooms are used for conference facilities. The spacious halls of the Hotels in Kathmandu are also used for the hosting private parties.

The fitness facilities include swimming pool, health club, gym and sauna. Sauna will impart soothing relaxation to the guests. You can plunge in the freshwater swimming pool after a daylong sightseeing. The health club is well-equipped with modern facilities. You can also spend some time at the gym.

The other amenities and services at the Hotels in Kathmandu are laundry and dry cleaning, currency exchanger, car rental, safe deposit box, airport reception and a lot more. Car rental will make your sightseeing tours more convenient one.

You can put up in any of the Hotels in Kathmandu that will make your trip a pleasurable one

Hotels in Pokhara



Various categories of Hotels in Pokhara await your gracious presence to serve you with the best facilities and services. Pokhra is a city, which is located in the central Nepal. This city attracts millions of travelers from all over the world to explore its natural beauty, charm and the natural splendor. Over the years, Pokhara has become a major tourist destination and is flocked by all types of travelers. To accommodate the growing number of visitors, large number of Hotels in Pokhara has cropped up.

Pokhara offers wide array of hotel. Coming to this city, you will never find any dearth of Pokhara Hotels. There are various modes of accommodation. The hotels are ideally designed for both the national as well as the international travelers. You will be amazed to find that the hotels show a rare combination of traditional and warm hospitality and modern facilities. The hotels are ideally suited to serve the needs of both the business travelers as well as the holiday makers.

During your Pokhara Travel, you will find various categories of hotels to suit the needs, requirements, taste and budget of the guests. the various types of hotels ranges from 5 star hotels, 4 star hotels, 3 star hotels, budget hotels, cheap hotels, discount hotels, lodges and many others.

Some of the major 3 star hotels in Pokhara include Base Camp resort, Hotel Barahi, Tulsi Hotel, Fish Tail Lodge, Dragon Hotel, Hotel Kantipur and Pokhara View Garden Hotel. If you want to put a comfortable stay at the 4 star hotel, you can make your choice from the Shangri-La Hotel Pokhara and Fewa Prince Hotel. The Blue Bird Hotel Pokhara is the 5 star hotel that offers supreme comfort and opulence.

All the Hotels in Pokhara, are designed to ensure pleasure and satisfaction to the guests. The rooms of the hotels are properly decorated and are incorporated with all modern amenities. You can also take advantage of the dining facilities wherever available. Enjoy great culinary delights at the restaurants featured in the hotel. Some hotels also offer business facilities as well. Take advantage of the fitness and recreational facilities so that you can have a great time during your stay at the hotels.

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Tuesday, September 20, 2011

A Traveler's Notes On Nepal

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In a country where the culture is to revere , Nepal is an ideal family holiday destination. Nepal is synonymous with its mighty Himalaya, ever smiling hospitable and friendly people, family values, rich flora and fauna, unique culture and tradition. With the restoration of democracy and the end of Maoist's insurgency, Nepal has once again become a safer place to travel. One can travel to every corners of Nepal expecting the same hospitality and people eager to go out their way to make tourists feel at home.

An affordable, safe and multi-faceted family holiday options are available in Nepal; trekking, hiking, rafting, canoeing, boating, sightseeing, cultural tour, bird watching, mountain biking, jungle safari, helitrekking, helisightseeing, mountain flight and many such multi-activity are especially tailor-made for family. Family gets plenty of opportunity to participate, enjoy and indulge quality time with each other. Family holidays are devised keeping the children interest at heart without exhausting them and ensuring that family gets comfortable accommodations, relaxation and good meals. One can choose from 1 day to 20 day tour or more led by tour leader. All sorts of fun and entertaining holiday activities are available for kids; cycling along countryside, nature walk, canoeing, elephant safari in Royal Chitwan National Park, cultural tour, boating on Phewa Lake in Pokhara, rafting along gentle rapids of rivers, trekking, educational tour and many more. Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini are the most popular destinations. In the recent time Annapurna region has also topped the family preference list

Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is the wonderful choice to introduce youngsters and adults to the ancient history of Nepal, the urban lifestyle and cultural heritages. From hotels, guest houses to bed and breakfast, one can have the best child-friendly accommodations in Kathmandu very much suited for family. Sightseeing tour around Kathmandu can be very insightful for both parents and children; visits to Basantapur museum, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath stupa, Swayambhunath stupa, Patan and Bhaktapur provide a closer glimpse of Nepal's unique arts, craftsmanship, culture, tradition and custom. Children will especially find the sights of mischievous monkeys very amusing and interesting in Pashupatinath temple and Swayambhunath stupa.

Nagarkot is another spectacular site which is just 35 km away from Kathmandu and is most popular for its sunset and sunrise views and beautiful resorts making it an absolute delight for family. Equally enchanting is Dhulikhel situated at a distance of 30 km from Kathmandu. While embarking on cultural exploration and nature tour around this place, family get to interact with local people and this can be very educational for both children and parents as they learn new culture and different perspectives.

Pokhara, 210 km away from Kathmandu, confines family to wider selections of activities and excursions that are not strenuous, physically easy and are very insightful with a right balance between adventure and comfort. Some of the most popular activities that can be enjoyed by children in Pokhara are:

 Boating on Phewa lake/ Rupa lake/Begnas lake
 Cycling down the Lakeside area
 Educational tour to museums and local villages
 Sightseeing tour around temples and cultural heritages
 Bird watching
 Mountain flight
 Nature walk
 Exploration of cave Mahendra Gupha

So welcoming is the atmosphere of Pokhara that both parents and children will feel instantly at home amidst the ambience of surrounding Himalayan panorama. When it comes to trekking, the best, easy and safe way to begin a trek from Pokhara is foremost driving to Phedi and thereon following the route to Dhampus[1700m], Landruk[1550m], Ghandruk[1940m], Ghorapani[2775m], Birethanti[1050m] and Naya Pool[1340 m] on foot. En route, trekkers will encounter friendly, helpful and innocent people of Gurung village. Moreover, this trek also gives a chance to view Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak and other Himalayan giants from the popular vantage point of Poon Hill at an altitude of 3193 meters.

A visit to Royal Chitwan National Park is a very worthwhile excursion, either directly from Kathmandu or as an extension to a trekking or rafting trip. Chitwan is situated in the tropical Terai region, close to the borders with India, and provides a total contrast to the environment of snow-capped Himalaya. Being the home to several rare species, in particular, one-horned rhinoceros, leopard, sloth bear, wild boar, deer, bison, Royal Bengal tiger and abundant flora, the park exudes a special charm and excitement in children to explore more. Visit to elephant breeding center is another childrens' most sought after trip. So is a canoe along Narayani River that accommodates Gharial crocodile and Gangetic river dolphin. A day long jungle safari on an elephant concludes superbly with a cultural programme performed by local villages, followed by a hearty dinner. This can give family a fun and interactive insight into life in Chitwan.

Further 303 km from Kathmandu is Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha. This place is the most sacred place for Buddhists for it is regarded as the place from where Buddhism originated. A tour around the monasteries and temples of Lumbini stimulates both child and adults alike. This fun adventure evokes a sense of exploration and discovery.

Family can experience the exotism of Himalayas on a child-friendly low altitude trek in the Annapurna foothills. In the most relaxed manner family get to tread along the easy trails that wend past alpine meadows, lush forests of oak and rhododendrons, river valley, stone staircases, rice paddies and pristine hamlets. Ample opportunity is there to interact with local people at the camp sites and learn more about local culture and custom.

Holidaying in Nepal is a rare blend of safety, comfort, relaxation, adventure, discovery, excitement, challenge, interest and fun for both children and parents. Whether it is rafting along the gentle rapids of Trisuli River or engaging in a multiple activity that involves trekking, jungle safari, nature walk, cultural tour etc, Nepal gives family a rare travel experience and a chance to gain a deeper understanding of people, culture and true essence of Nepal.