Ideal Journey's In Land of the Himalayas

IDEAL JOURNEYS IN

“LAND OF THE HIMALAYAS—NEPAL”

ENCHANTING FEEL OF THE HIMALAYAS.

“The journey of a thousand miles begins

with a single step.” ― Lao Tzu

TRAVELING

T- Texture of Nature

R- Rendezvous with people

A –Adventurous Experiences

V- Virtue Examination

E- Extraction of myths and mysteries from local and their stories

L- Lust for knowledge and experiences / Luxury.

I- Indigenous culture and customs

N- Natural Habitat in wild

G- Generous laugh of heart and souls.

-By Sabin Basnet

© Himalayan Enchanter : 2015 Published By: Himalayan Enchanter Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd. Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: 977-1-4440080 Website: www.himalayanenchanter.com Email: [email protected]

Designed by: Sabin Basnet

Printed by:

Printed In Nepal

All the experiences and knowledge that we have acquired exploring and traveling Nepal – Land

of the Himalayas in our five years of creating marvelous journeys to travelers and explorers is

invaluable. Many shoes have worn out and brains stretched out as we have created a different

perspective through traveling the same route and paths of previous travelers. These experi-

ences and continuous inquiries from you and other explorers regarding Nepal and its journey

gave us the inspiration to create this book, differentiating journeys in categories of individual

interest of exploration.

As we learn about various journeys in Nepal, known as the Land of the Himalayas, some inter-

esting facts might just surface. Ideal Journey in land of the Himalayas provides you the window

to a glimpse of Nepal, including various journeys and adventure activities offered by Himalayan

Enchanters.

PREFACE

We would like to express our gratitude to friends who joined us in their journey to the land of

the Himalayas and provide us the experiences, knowledge and inspiration to grow and do

things differently; to all those who provided support, talked things over, read, wrote, offered

comments and suggestions, allowed us to quote their remarks, and assisted in the editing,

proofreading and design of the Ideal Journey in Land of the Himalayas.

I would like to thank Mary Jane Delahunt Brummitt for helping me in the process of selecting

and editing.

Last but not the least: We beg forgiveness of all those who have been with us over the course

of the years and whose names we have failed to mention.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CONTENTS:

1. ABOUT

HIMALAYAN ENCHANTER 1 NEPAL 2

2. JOURNEY WALKING 11 PEDALING 21 PADDLING 25 WILDLIFE 31 LAND CRUISING 35

3. EXPEDITION AND PEAK CLIMBING 39 4. EVENTS AND CONFERENCES 43 5. ADVENTURE 47

“Once a year, go someplace

you’ve never been before.” – Dalai Lama

ABOUT HIMALAYAN ENCHANTER

Himalayan Enchanter Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. is a young and vibrant company that offers

premium services for journeys in the land of Himalaya - NEPAL. Experiences of sightseeing in

the cities, hiking on the hills or doing hard core expeditions in the Himalayas, always include

our making your experience unforgettable.

ENCHANTER’S BELIEVE:

This whole big beautiful world is created for us. We must go forth into it; we weren’t made to

be indoor creatures. Nature itself is a true form of playground, so let’s join and play together to

c r e a t e m e m o r i e s t h a t w i l l r e m a i n w i t h u s f o r e v e r .

It’s not just about reaching the destination. It’s all about experiencing and creating memories

on our ways to reaching the destinations.

ENCHANTER’S MOTTO:

To embed “ Enchanting feel of the Himalayas”.

ENCHANTER’S LOGO:

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The Himalayas hold a mystery within itself. A strange force which

defies all scientific logic yet in it contains a spiritual bliss. The

mountains represent the strength, solitude, and serenity of the

planet. Regardless of any external force, it always stands, and stands

tall. Around it, despite its colossal frame, it nurtures a high and jovial

spirit – the spirit of the color orange – which sparks human creativity

and enthusiasm of the youth. This bond between the two is

connected through spirituality, signified by the Prayer Wheel, or the “Mani”. It invokes positive

vibes from the mountains into the spirits of its dwellers.

ABOUT NEPAL FACTS OF NEPAL

Population: 25,371,000 Capital: Kathmandu Area: 147,181 sq kms

(56,827 sq ml) Language: Nepali, English, many

other languages and dialects

Religion: Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim and Christian

Currency: Nepalese rupee

Flag of Nepal.

NEPAL - NATURE, ENIGMATIC, PEOPLE, ADVENTURE, LUXURY Nature: From the green lush of the forest till the snow capped mountain, tropical climate till the arctic climate zone, Bengal tiger till the snow leopards along with the some sign of YETI lies within the political boundary of Nepal. Enigmatic: The myths and mysteries along side of the folk stories that will make you think and wonder. People: More than 100 ethnic group with own culture, life style and language to follow with a warm heart and pleasing smile to welcome. Adventure: One of the best destinations to do various kinds of adventures like trekking, peak climbing, expedition, white water rafting, and many other activities.

Luxury: A compete Luxury holidays in Himalayas can be drawn and created with the infrastruc-

ture available here which will be your golden days.

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MOUNTAINS IN NEPAL

NATURE OF NEPAL

Nepal is home to eight out of fourteen highest

mountain peaks, most rugged and difficult ter-

rain in the world. The highest peak in the world

Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha) - 8848 m with other

high peaks like Kanchenjunga - 8586 m , Lhotse

-8516m , Makalu -8643m , Cho –Oyu - 8201m ,

Dhaulagiri -8167m , Manasulu -8163m and An-

napurna - 8091m and presence of some of the

beautiful trekking route attracts many traveler

to these destination yearly. In 1949 Nepal

opened its mountains for travelers to explore.

Now, total of 326 peaks are opened for the mountaineering and other activities by the govern-

ment of Nepal with the sincere request of “Take nothing but photographs, Leave nothing but

footprints in the mountains”.

Geographical location from sub tropical terai jungles till the arctic Himalayan region: Nepal has it all. A small country but naturally packed with intense bio diversity. About 23.3% of the total land mass which the country cover is de-clared as the protected area with the total of 20 protected areas i.e. 10 National parks, three wildlife reserves, six conservation areas and one hunting reserves.

Due the diversity of nature, Nepal has been home for more than 181 mammal species in-cluding Royal Bengal Tiger, Snow leopard, One

horned Rihno, Clouded leopard, Red panda and other many species; 900 species of birds (as of 2012) where 30 species are globally threatened, one as endemic, one species recently intro-duced; Of 6,391 species of flowering plants recorded in Nepal, 399 are endemic. Among the 399 endemic flowering plants in Nepal, 63 percent are from the high mountains, 38 percent from the mid hills, and 5 percent from the Terai and Siwaliks. Similarly, the central region con-tains 66 percent of the total endemic species followed by western (32 percent) and eastern regions (29 percent).

MT MACCHAPUCHRE

NATIONAL BIRD OF NEPAL: LOPHOPHORUS (DANFE)

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LAKES IN NEPAL

CLIMATE & WEATHER OF NEPAL

Lake

Category

Location

Altitude

( Above the Sea Level)

Begnas Lake Mid-hill lake Pokhara 650m/ 2133 ft

Gosainkunda Lake Mountain lake Rasuwa district 4380m / 14370 ft

Phewa Lake Mid-hill lake Pokhara 724 m / 2434 ft

Phoksundo Lake Mountain lake Dolp` district 3611.5m / 11849 ft

Rara Lake Mountain lake Mugu district 3000m / 9843 ft

Rupa Lake Mid-hill lake Pokhara 600m / 1969 ft

Tilichio Lake Mountain lake Manang 4919m/ 16142.5 ft

Majestic, splendid and Holy; Lakes of Nepal are re-

vered not only for its natural beauty but also for

the spiritual belief attached with them. The total of

5358 lakes is counted so far in the 74 district out of

75 districts of Nepal. Altitude wise 2700 lakes lies

below 500 meters above the sea level, 419 lakes

lies in between 500 meters and 2999 meters above

the sea level and 2227 lakes lies above 3000 meters

above the sea level . Some of the popular lakes

among the traveler are:

THE FROZEN LAKE: GOSAINKUNDA LAKE

VIEW FROM POONHILL IN A FINE DAY.

Nepal’s climate varies with the topography. It ranges from tropical to the arctic depending upon the altitude. As the altitude varies from 60m to 8848 m above the sea level inside the political boundary of Nepal. Seasons in Nepal which is followed world wide are: (a) Spring: March - May, (b) Summer: June - August, (c) Autumn: September - November and (d) Winter: December -February.

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But Ideal Nepalese follows seasons as follows: (a) Spring - Basanta April-May (b) Summer - Grishma June-July (c) Monsoon - Barsha Late June-Mid September (d) Autumn - Sharad September-November (e) Winter - Hinud December-January (f) Windy - Sisir February-March

UNSECO’S WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN NEPAL

UNESCO has listed 4 sites in the world heritages list among which two falls under the cultural

and another two under the natural heritages.

KING’S THRONE DURING MALLA DYNASTY RULE. IN PATAN

Kathmandu Valley:

The Kathmandu Valley has been the politically

and culturally dominating part of Nepal. Its leg-

endary and documented histories are so interre-

lated that these are difficult to separate. A po-

litical establishment of the area is dated to the

beginning of the Christian era, the Kirati period.

This was followed by the Lichchhavi Dynasty

from the 3rd to 9th centuries. Patan is believed

to have expanded into a consolidated town by

the end of the 7th century. The town of Kathmandu was established by a later Lichchhavi king.

After the 9th century, there is a dark period until 14th century and the arrival of the Mallas,

which is an important period for the flourishing of Nepalese art and architecture. These devel-

oped into a growing spiritual orientation towards Tantrism, making it difficult to separate

purely Buddhist from purely Hindu art. From the middle of the 13th century, the city of

Bhadgaon (Bhaktapur) prospered and became a major training centre. The valley was divided

into three rival kingdoms, competing between themselves and bringing the artistic expressions

to the highest point by the mid 18th century. In 1769 the valley was conquered and united by a

leader coming from the outside, Prithvi Narayan Shah. He made Kathmandu his royal city, and

the Hanuman Dhoka Palace his residence. In 1833 and 1934, two catastrophic earthquakes

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brought destruction, and some of the monuments had to be rebuilt using much of the original

elements and decoration. Source: Advisory Body Evaluation

Name of the monuments in Kathmandu Valley The Durbar Square of Hanuman Dhoka ( Kathmandu) The Durbar Square of Patan The Durbar Square of Bhaktapur Swayambhu – The Buddhist stupa Bouddhanath – The Buddhist stupa Pashupatinath – The Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva. Changunaraya – The Hindu Temple of Lord Vishnu.

MONASTERY OF PEACE: LUMBINI

Lumbini – The birth place of Lord Buddha The Shakya Prince Siddharta Gautama, better known as the Lord Buddha, was born to Queen Mayadevi, wife of King Suddodhana, ruler of Kapilavastu, in 623 BC at the famous gardens of Lumbini, while she was on a journey from her husband's capital of Tilaurakot to her family home in Devadaha. In 249 BC the devout Buddhist Emperor Ashoka, third of the Mauryan rulers of India, made a pil-grimage to this very sacred area in company with his teacher, Upagupta, and erected pillars at

Lumbini, Gotihawa, and Niglihawa, as he did in many parts of India, to commemorate his visit. The inscription on the Lumbini pillar identifies this as the birthplace of the Lord Buddha. Lumbini was a site of pilgrimage until the 15th century AD. Its early history is well documented in the accounts of Chinese travellers, notably Fa Hsien (4th century AD) and Hsuan Tsang (7th century AD), who described the temples, stupas, and other establishments that they visited there. In the early 14th century King Ripu Malla recorded his pilgrimage in the form of an addi-tional inscription on the Ashoka pillar. The reasons for its ceasing to attract Buddhist pilgrims after the 15th century remain obscure. The only local cult centred on worship of a 3rd-4th century image of Mayadevi as a Hindu mother goddess. The Buddhist temples fell into disrepair and eventually into ruins, not to be rediscovered until they were identified in 1896 by Dr A Fiihrer and Khadga Samsher, then Gov-ernor of Palpa, who discovered the Ashoka pillar. Source: Advisory Body Evaluation

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Natural Heritage sites:

ROYAL BENGAL TIGER

Chiwan National park: Chitwan was declared a national park in 1973, fol-lowing approval by the late King Mahendra in De-cember 1970. The bye-laws (Royal Chitwan Na-tional Park Regulations) were introduced on 4 March 1974. Substantial additions were made to the park in 1977 and the adjacent Parsa wildlife Reserve was established in 1984. Chitwan was des-ignated as a World Heritage site in November 1984. Chitwan national park is Nepal’s First national park, locates in the southern central terai of Nepal cover-

ing 93200 hectares. It is particularly rich in flora and fauna and home for one of the largest population of single horned rhino along with the last resort of the Bengal tiger. Source: Advisory Body Evaluation

SNOW LEOPARD

Sagarmatha National park

Sagarmatha Natinal park includes the highest point

in the earth i.e. Mount sagarmatha/ Mount Everest

8848m and cover 124400 hectares of land in soluk-

humbhu. This area has been enlisted in the world

heritage site in 1979.

Pristine mountains range, glaciers, deep valleys

along with the home for the several rare species

such as snow leopard and red panda. This has

made it a well known destination for mountain

tourism.

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“The gladdest moment in human life, me thinks,

is a departure into unknown lands.” – Sir Richard Burton

JOURNEY

FROM CASUAL SIGHTSEEING TO STRENUOUS ADVENTURE

IN THE LAND GIFTED BY NATURE WITH BEAUTY & BEYOND...

“Travel is the only thing

you buy that makes you richer.” – Anonymous

WALKING

A walking vacation is a classic way of exploring nature on foot at your own pace. We

experience things, life and nature in a new way as much as we want.

Nepal – Land of The Himalayas is considered to be one of the best destinations in the

world for the traveler who likes to enjoy experiencing nature by walking. “Take nothing

but memories in photographs, leave nothing but footprints in the path” is a sincere

message from the government to all travelers who explore Nepal on foot.

Some Ideal Journeys to explore Land of Himalayas on foot are:

“The use of traveling is to regulate imagination

with reality, and instead of thinking of how things

may be, see them as they are.” – Samuel Johnson

DHAMPUS VILLAGE’S BEAUTY

In the northwest of Nepal, inside the pro-

tected region of Annapurna Conservation,

area lies a village named Dhampus. So close,

yet so far from Annapurna Massif, it will take

your breath away when you see the pictur-

esque beauty of the vivid colors of nature, in-

cluding the Himalayas and culture of this fasci-

nating village.

Duration: 10 Nights/ 11 Days

We Explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara and

Annapurna Conservation

Area.

Nature of trip: Walking

Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and

Adventure

2. HIGHWAY TO DHAMPUS

Hiking to the foot of Mt Everest, also known as

the Peak XV, is in on the bucket list of many

adventure seekers. Hence the journey to the

base or the foot of Mt. Everest or Peak XV is

called Base Camp XV.


We Explore: Kathmandu, and Sagarmatha

National Park


Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and Adventure

SO CLOSE TO THE DESTINATION

1. BASE CAMP XV

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LAKE THAT’S SACRED AND MAGNIFICENT

A journey in the land of ancient monastery,

traditional cultures, wildlife, beautiful Himala-

yas and ultimately to the divine and sacred

Gosainkunda Lake. This experience is grand

and picturesque.

Duration: 12 nights / 13 days

We explore: Kathmandu and Langtang

National Park



Adventure

4. Divine Gosainkunda

The journey beyond the Himalayas in the land

where nature’s artistic behavior can be seen in

every corner, stone and pebble we come

across the mystical land of upper mustang.


We explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and

Annapurna Conservation Area

Nature of Trip: Walking


3. Naturally Artistic

Mustang

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The first people to hike to the highest point in

the earth, Mt. Everest, were Sir Edmund Hillary

and Tenzin Norgay Sherpa. So the journey on

the trails following their footsteps to the base

of the Mt. Everest is called Hillary’s Footstep to

Everest.


We Explore: Kathmandu and Sagarmatha

National Park



Adventure LEAVE NOTHING BUT FOOTPRINT IN MOUNTAINS

NATURAL VS MANMANDE

The journey in the land where the yak graze

features the view of the magnificent Langtang

range, along with the experience of seeing the

culture of its local people, along with encoun-

tering fascinating birds and animals in their

natural habitat.


We explore: Kathmandu and Langtang

National Park



Adventure

6. NATURAL LANGTANG

5. HILLARY’S FOOTSTEP TO

EVEREST

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In the Annapurna conservation area you get in

touch with nature by exploring the green jun-

gles of rhododendron, which change colors

during each season, plus experience the soli-

tude of the Himalayas at Annapurna Massif

with 360 degree views at Annapurna Base

Camp. These vivid colors of nature in jungles

and Himalayas from dawn to dusk will refresh

your mind and body, adding new energies

from nature and inspiring you to the core.



We Explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara,

Annapurna Conservation Area.


Adventure FEEL THE GLORY OF ANNAPURNA

CHHORTENS ON THE WAY TO TSUM VALLEY

The journey to the thirteen provinces, which

was once ruled as a single territory, features

ruins still visible and well preserved, along

with the valleys, monasteries and Himalayan

ranges that are sacred to the local people.



Tsum Valley



Adventure

8. SACRED TSUM

7. INSPIRATIONAL ANNAPURNA

©Dipil Shrestha

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WALK TO THE MOUNTIAN OF SPIRIT—MANASULU

A journey along the Mountain of the Spirit

– Manasulu, which is described by the lo-

cals as the benevolent and strong deity with

exceptional rich bio diversity along the way.


We explore: Kathmandu and Manaslu Area



Adventure

10. MOUNTAIN OF THE SPIRIT

The sub tropical zone in the low land is where

we start the journey. We walk into the arctic

zone as we move on the trail to reach and

cross Thorong – La, making a circuit around the

Annapurna Massif. The experience is some-

thing that words and pictures cannot explain.

Our journey promises to give you an unforget-

table experience of your lifetime as we cross

one of the highest passes in the world, Tho-

rong – La.


We Explore: Kathmandu, Lamjung,

Pokhara, and Annapurna

Conservation Area.



Adventure WE ACCOMPLISHED

9. PROMISING THRONG—LA

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ON THE WAY

A journey to the area known as the Land

beyond Himalayas or The Land of the Hid-

den Valley is in the isolated region of the

country. Home of snow leopards and

other animals who dwell there, along with

myths and mystical stories of everyplace

we explore.



Phuksundo National Park



Adventure

12. TRANSCENDENT DOLPO

You’ll revel in hearing the melody of waterfalls

and rivers rushing from the mountain, and the

pleasant humming, chattering and gossiping of

branches, along with seeing fascinating insects,

birds and wild animals. A journey close to the

Himalayas provides us experiences of vivid tex-

ture and color of the nature as we experience

walking on the trails inside the Annapurna

Conservation Area.


We Explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and

Annapurna Conservation Area.



Adventure SO FULL OF CONTRAST AND COLOR– POONHILL

11. VIVID GHOREPANI

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TRANSPORT OF THE REMOTE

There is a solitude pride in the magnificent and

picturesque Himalayan scenery with its tradi-

tional Sherpa’s villages, rhododendron forests,

terraced fields, and summer pastures for yak

grazing, along with the stark landscape of la-

kes, glaciers and ice. The spectacular walk

through Cho –la pass, Renjo – La pass, and

Khongma – La pass in the Everest region inside

the Sagarmatha National Park.



Sagarmatha National Park



Adventure

13. THE TREMENDOUS

THREE PASS

RENJO-LA PASS

The journey to the western side of the Nepal

was the favorite destination of the late King

Magendra and is the largest lake in Nepal.

Experiencing the natural beauty here is

beyond your imagination. Each season has its

vivid textures of nature around the lake and

invites various birds and animals to add their

essences to its beauty.


We explore: Kathmandu and Rara National

Park



Adventure

14. MAGNIFICENT RARA

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“People don’t take trips, trips take people.” – John Steinbeck

PEDALING

Nepal is a small country, yet so diversified geographically that it is considered heaven

for adventure seekers.

A vacation exploring the Land of The Himalayas while riding a mountain bike through

the single tracks in the plains and hills of the Himalayas, exploring nature and culture,

fuses the adrenaline created by such thrills and excitement.

Some Ideal Journeys to explore Land of Himalayas while we pedal are:

“Stop worrying about the potholes in the road

and enjoy the journey.” – Babs Hoffman

In the surrounding hills of Kathmandu Valley

we will challenge your spirit and enthusiasm

by exploring and experiencing the beauty in

the hill station where we will be stopping dur-

ing the journey and riding through the national

park.


We explore: Kathmandu, Hills around the

valley

Nature of trip: Pedaling (Cycling)


AT THE HORIZION

CONTROL AND SPEED

From the height of 3210m above sea level down to 900m above sea level, downhill mountain biking all the way exploring rough terrain and majestic beauty of this region’s country side. It’s all about control, muscle power and indulging ourselves in nature. Duration: 09 nights / 10 days



Nature of Trip: Pedaling (Cycling)


Adventure

2. DOWN HILL MUSTANG

1. KATHMANDU RIM RIDE

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LEAD THE WAY

The terrain here, once believed to be inside the sea, is now full of rocks and sand, with wind so strong it might blow us off the track. The nine villages in this regions still have a strong belief and relationship towards their former King whose palace is located at Lo-manthang; though today they follow the law, rule and regulation of the government of Ne-pal. Their culture and tradition are unique and exceptional. We will ride the rock desert trail which takes us to the capital of upper mus-tang. Duration: 19 nights / 20 days We explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Annapurna Conservation Area Nature of trip: Pedaling (Cycling) Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and Adventure

4. ROCKY DESERT TRAIL

A journey to accomplish reaching the mile-stone height of 5416m above sea level, one of the highest passes in the world, to the An-napurna Conservation Area. During the jour-ney we will explore and experience the majes-tic beauty of the Annapurna Massif, and learn about the culture of the Manang and Mustang. Duration: 13 nights / 14 days We explore: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Annapurna Conservation Area Nature of Trip: Pedaling (Cycling) Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and Adventure

MILESTONE ACQUIRED

3. MILESTONE ANNAPURNA

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PADDLING

You’ll revel in an adrenaline rush in rafts and kayaks generated exploring the nature

and culture along with the flow of the river system that originates in the Himalayas.

We’ll paddle rapids of more than 3 grades.

Some Ideal Journeys to explore Land of Himalayas on foot are:

“Every man can transform the world

from one of monotony and drabness to

one of excitement and adventure.” – Irving Wallace

Among the top ten white water river rafting experiences is Natgeo – ‘The Golden River’ or ‘The River of Gold’ in local Sunkoshi. The Sunkosi River traverse 272 kms though the untouched countryside and small village of the wonderful 'Mahabharat Range' mountain of central Himalaya. Duration: 11 nights / 12 days We explore: Kathmandu, Biratnagar and Sunkoshi River area Nature of Trip: Paddling ( Rafting) Trip Theme: Nature, River and Adventure

2. THE GOLDEN RIVER—

SUNKOSHI

Trishuli River is known as the classic river as everyone from the first time rafter to the ex-perienced rafter or kayaker can experience the scenic valleys and impressive gorges, exhilarat-ing rapids and easier sections. Duration: 06 nights / 07 days


Trisuli River area

Nature of Trip: Paddling (Rafting)

Trip Theme: Nature, River and Adventure

1. THE CLASSIC RIVER -

TRISULI

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You’ll start out a total stranger in a raft and become an integral crew member in a blink of the eye. This river has drained itself from the northern slope of the Annapurna Massif and features the most exhilarating rapids with classes that range from 4 to 5. Duration: 08 nights / 09 days


Marshkyandi River area

Nature of Trip: Paddling ( Rafting)


4. THE RAGING RIVER -

MARSHKYANDHI

Bhotekoshi River offers one of the steepest river adventures that can be found in Nepal. This gushing river from the plateau of Tibet has a mix of speed and bounce of an exhilarating, scenic, beautiful experience. Duration: 05 nights / 06 days

We explore: Kathmandu and Bhotekoshi

River area

Nature of trip: Paddling (Rafting)


3. THE RIVER FROM TIBET -

BHOTEKOSHI

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The Karnali River is Nepal’s longest, largest and mightiest river. It flows into the Bay of Bengal that originates from Mt. Kailash in Ti-bet. Hence, Karnali literally means ‘Holy water from the sacred mountain’. This river passes through a pristine jungle area and wilderness, providing the opportunity to see rare wildlife and forests. Duration: 13 nights / 14 days


Karnali River area

Nature of Trip: Paddling( Rafting)


6. THE WILD WEST RIVER—

KARNALI

This journey from the high Tibetan plateau to the plains of terai rushes through the deepest gorge in the world between the Annapurna Massifs and Dhaulagiri Massif. The Kali Gan-daki River is named for the ferocious goddess of Hindu Kali.



Kali Gandaki River area

Nature of Trip: Paddling (Rafting)


5. THE WHITE WATER

WILDERNESS - KALI GANDAKI

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“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” – Neale Donald Walsch

WILDLIFE

The Land of Himalayas in Nepal is blessed by nature. Its diversified geography is home to many:

181 species of mammals, including the Royal Bengal tiger, snow leopard, one horned rhino, red

panda and many more; 900 species of birds, as well as 6391 species of flowering plants. Hence,

the Land of Himalayas – Nepal is known as the Land dedicated to Wildlife.

Travelers exploring here get goosebumps seeing and experiencing the natural habitats of

wildlife. If it’s not already, Nepal should be on your bucket list. Some of the ideal journeys to

explore the land dedicated to wildlife are:

“Traveling tends to magnify all human emotions.” — Peter Hoeg

WHERE YOU LOOKING FOR ME?

Nepal is among the few places providing a

natural habitat for tigers. As the name of the

journey suggests, we will be walking on the

trails left by one of the most ferocious

animals in the Land. We’ll experience the ti-

ger’s territory and its habitat.


We explore: Kathmandu, Two National

parks, Lumbini, Pokhara

Nature of Trip: Drive, Walk and Camp

Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and wildlife

2. TIGER TRAIL

Bimalayas is the combination of the words bird

and Himalayas. Thus, it is the combined jour-

ney of exploring and experiencing the natural

habitat of birds and the magnificent Himalayas

in the same journey.


We explore: Kathmandu, Three famous

wildlife reserve and National

parks, Lumbini, Pokhara

Nature of Trip: Drive , Walk

Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and wildlife

LET’S HAVE SOME FOOD: BRITTENS

1. BIMALAYAS

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An ancestral job which has been passed from generation to generation in various Gurung communities of the Hilly regions of Nepal is to hunt and harvest honey from honey combs that hang in the cliffs as high as 300 m from the ground. In this journey we will accompany local people and learn about their expertise harvesting honey. Duration: 11 nights / 12 days We explore: Kathmandu, Annapurna Conservation Area, Pokhara Nature of Trip: Drive, Walk and Camp Trip Theme: Nature, Culture and wildlife

NEED SOME HAND .. ARE YOU WILLING?

3. WILD HONEY HUNTING

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LAND CRIUSING

Nepal’s size is 141-245km from north to south and 885 km from east to west, totaling 147,181

sq km of territory. Though it might look small, Nepal varies greatly in its topography; its plains

of terai are 60m above sea level and its mountains rise to 8,848m, which is the highest point on

earth. As a developing nation, Nepal has been opening many routes in its hilly and Himalayan

regions whose beauty is extravagant and breathtaking.

A journey in the mechanical beasts like 4WD’s and two wheelers take us exploring and expe-

riencing the magnificent land of Himalayas. These journeys are for those who have close bonds

with automobile and nature.Some of the ideal journeys to explore the land of himalayas are:

“Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and

things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little

corner of the earth all of one’s lifetime.” – Mark Twain

LET’S GET SOME DIRT

We’ll ride on the paved or graveled highways on the hills, enjoying the magnificent Himala-yas combined with the joyous thrills of driving. This journey will take us from one hill station to another while indulging ourselves in the jungle activities at the Chitwan National Park. The rides on the highway will be different from what you have been experiencing, guar-anteed. Duration: 11 nights / 12 days We explore: Hill station and Cities around Nepal Nature of Trip: Drive Trip Theme: Nature, Highway, wildlife and Adventure

2. RIDE ALONG THE RIDGES

The roaring of our engine on the highway will be enhanced by the whispers of the wind, beats of the waterfalls hitting the rocks, gush-ing splashes of the rivers and sounds of the wild nature. We’ll explore major places in the west side of the capital, creating moments which will give you goosebumps when you re-call your experiences years later. Duration: 20 nights / 21 days We explore: Western Nepal Nature of Trip: Drive Trip Theme: Nature, Highway, wildlife and Adventure

LET’S DRIVE

1. THE WILD WEST HIGHWAY

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This memorable journey starts in the valley

and climbs through the mid hills to the lap of

Himalayas at 3800 meters. You will love explo-

ring the culture, alleys, highways and nature

along the way and back.




Nature of Trip: Drive


LET’S DRIVE

3. ENCHANTER’S MOTO CITCUIT

ROUTE

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HIMALAYAN

&

PEAK CLIMBING

EXPEDITION

Become one with the Himalayas,

learn their way and speak with the gust that blows around the place,

it will welcome us to set the glory of keeping foot on its peak.

“Meditating always like the great Saint. Completely detached and com-

pletely one with the universe.

You are taller than anyone,

Stronger than anyone.

Thunder can't shake you nor can the clouds reach you.

You are fearless.

You are at the highest state, yet you are down

and hold the strongest attachment with our

Mother Earth.

You are Ego-less.

Your purity make the Nature run through you and virgin snow have the

honor to make the beautiful scarf for you.

You are absolutely pure.

You witness all our drama, forgiving always no matter what and keep

showering your blessings with the great treasure of Nature and for the

survival of life in this heavenly planet of Earth.

We salute you O’ Great Saint - The Great Himalayas.”

― Ricky Saikia

JUST FEW STEPS TO THE PEAK

Challenge your muscles and put your mind to

the test on a peak climbing expedition with us

on one of the Himalayas’ 326 peaks above

5500m that are open for climbing by the go-

vernment of Nepal. Some of the famous peaks

for the adventurer and explorer are:

Meera Peak Pisang Peak Mardi Himal Hiunchuli Peak Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) Singhu Chuli Lobuje Chulu west and more…

PEAK CLIMBING

A Himalayan Expedition is a journey where we become physically, mentally and emotionally strong by experiencing the solitude of Hima-layas, relishing shangri-la in the land of Hima-layas. Popular Himalayan Expeditions for the adventurer and excursionist are:

Mt. Evesrest Expedition Mt. Ama Dablam Expedition Mt Makalu Expedition Mt. Annapurna Expedition Mt Pumori Expedition Mt. Baruntse Expedition Mt. Dhaulagiri Expedition Mt. Kanchenjunga Expedition and

more…

TENZIN NORGEY SHERPA WITH AXE AND SIR EDMUND HILLARY WITH THE CAMERA AT MT. EVEREST

HIMALAYAN EXPEDITION

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You don't climb mountains without a team, you

don't climb mountains without being fit, you don't

climb mountains without being prepared and you

don't climb mountains without balancing the risks

and rewards. And you never climb a mountain on

accident - it has to be intentional. —Mark Udall

EVENTS AND CONFERENCES

“A mind that is stretched by a new experience can

never go back to its old dimensions.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes

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Nepal is already a top destination for leisure and

adventure travel and it is now also a popular

destination for events and conferences. Make a

lasting impression on your guests by hosting your

next event in Nepal. The International Conference

Center in Kathmandu is a state-of-the-art

convention facility, consisting of numerous halls of

different sizes to cater to various needs. The largest

hall can accommodate as many as 1,100 people.

Convention centers apart, numerous conference facilities have been built into the luxury hotels

in Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel and Pokhara.

Kathmandu’s connectivity to several cities of

Asia and Europe by direct flights makes the

mesmerizing capital, with its many

attractions, an ideal events destination. This

gateway to the Himalayan nation offers

superb options for work and recreation to go

together. Delegates from around the world

can enjoy a Himalayan holiday even while at

work.

Kathmandu has a variety of international hotels to suit everyone’s fancies and finances.

Kathmandu’s roster of luxury hotels and resorts also offer meeting facilities with the latest and

comprehensive audiovisual technology. These hotels have multi functional meeting halls

offering excellent settings for conventions, mee-

tings and incentive organizers, with a seating

capacity from 20 to more than 1200 guests.

Hyatt Regency Hotel, Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Hotel

Yak & Yeti, Hotel Radisson and Hotel Everest have

big conference hall enough to accommodate 500

to 1000 persons. Resorts hotels like Park Village,

Godavari Village and Club Himalaya, located just

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outside the town, have well–facilitated

conference halls.

Hotels in Pokhara, such as The Fulbari Resort &

Spa, Shangri-la Village Resort, and Pokhara

Grande Hotel also offer world class conference

facilities with the latest state-of-the-art

a u d i o v i s u a l t e c h n o l o g y .

The five and four star hotels offer 1800 rooms.

Combining all star hotels, they offer 4200 rooms. The plethora of hotels in Kathmandu offer

your delegates international class, competitive price, all in one facilities, hospitable staff, round

the clock service, and personalized service.

Nepal is the best destination for events activities in Asia. Nepal offers everything one could

possibly look for to host a successful world-class event- great location, excellent infrastructure,

comprehensive high-tech facilities, and trained manpower. Logistically speaking, Nepal has the

best chain hotels like Crown Plaza, Radisson, and Hyatt, which are well equipped with

conference and meeting halls. Specially designed with world-class convention facilities, the hall

comes with state-of-art audiovisual presentation equipment, simultaneous interpretation

capabilities, motorized screens and theatrical lighting.

KEEP CALM &

FEEL THE THRILL

ADVENTURE

“Adventure is worthwhile.” – Aesop

CLIFF ADVENTURE ROCK CLIMBING:

Land Blessed with Hills and Mountains— Heaven for the cliff

hanger’s who feel the rush of adrenaline while attached to

cliff’s.

CANNOYING: Down with fast and ferocious rush of

water from the cliffs in the hills

LAKE ADVENTURE

STAND UP PADEL BOARDING: GO WITH THE FLOW IN THE BOARD YOU RIDE ;

ENJOY THE MOMENT AS MUCH YOU CAN

SCUBA DIVING: LET’S GO SEE THE UNDERWATER WORLD.

WATER BALONING LET’S WALK, RUN, SIT AND MEDITATE AT THE WATER.

ROPE ADVENTURE

BUNGEE JUMP : I) BAHRABISE- 160 M HIGH GORGE

II) POKHARA—70 M HIGH

HIGH ROPES FEEL LIKE TRAZAN

SWING 160 M HIGH ; 100 M

FREEFALL ;240 M ARCH @ 150 KM/H

ZIP FLYER: 1800 M LONG; 2000 FT VERTICAL DROP;

@120 KM/H

THRILLS IN THE HILLS WHILE PLAYING WITH ROPES

GET OUTSIDE YOUR COMFORT ZONE TO SEE THE REAL COLOR AS YOU DO IT.

SKY ADVENTURE IS SKY YOUR LIMIT??

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SKYDIVING: LEAVE THE AIR SHUTTLE IN BETWEEN THE SPACE AND LAND, FEEL THE THRILL OF SPEED AND FALL ALONG

WITH MOUNTAIN VIEW IN THE BACK

“It isn’t the end rather a beginning, still more to

be explored, more journey to be added” – Himalayan Enchanter

“The world is a book,

and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine

Himalayan Enchanter Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.

Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: 977-1-4440080

Website: www.himalayanenchanter.com Email: [email protected]

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