Travel Nepal :Introducing Nepal

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Travel Nepal

 Draped along the greatest heights of the Himalaya, Nepal is where the ice-cold of the mountains meets the steamy heat of the Indian plains. It's a land of yaks and yetis, stupas and Sherpas and some of the best trekking on earth. The Himalaya's most sophisticated urban cultures took shape here, in the three great mini kingdoms of the Kathmandu Valley - Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur - home to a world-class artistic and architectural heritage.

Behind the Vishnu shrine of Ichangu Narayan, northwest of Swayambhunath in the Kathmandu Valley, rises the 'Abode of Snows' (Himalaya in Sanskrit), a magnet for trekkers and mountaineers the world over. Only in Nepal can you trek for weeks without the need even for a tent. No longer does your name have to be Tenzing or Hillary to set foot in Everest Base Camp. Out of the mountains, get your adrenaline kick from world-class white-water rafting, kayaking and mountain biking, or from the spine-tingling sight of your first tiger or rhino in Chitwan National Park.

Nepal is not just a bungee-jumping, apple-pie eating Shangri-la. It's also one of the poorest countries on earth. However, many visitors, drawn to Nepal by the promise of adventure, leave equally enchanted by the friendliness and openness of the Nepali people.

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From the natural rhythm you ease into on a trek to the rhythm of a tabla drum at one of Kathmandu's palace restaurants, Nepal is an amazingly diverse country that offers something for everyone. One journey through this land is rarely enough. The first thing many people do after a visit is start planning the next one.

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Trekking In Nepal :Kanchenjunga Trek

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Trekking In Nepal

Trip duration 20 days from Kathmandu
Dates         16 October– 11 November,2012
Kanchenjunga (8595m), in the remote eastern region of Nepal is the third highest mountain in the world. The small groups that back track adventures take into this area are rewarded with outstanding mountain views, dense forests, quiet trails and friendly, hospitable people. We explore rarely trekked routes; walk alongside massive glaciers and cross ridges and high passes deep in the mountains. A pioneering spirit and sound fitness are required to enjoy this challenging trek.

We trek with our own Remote Area Camping Style. You will travel well, eat 3 tasty, wholesome meals per day, sleep in room two-trekker sized tents, with toilet tents, mess tents, kitchen tents and all mess utensils provided. Read more about our Remote Area Camping Style.

Kanchenjunga Trek Overview

Trekking In Nepal

Days 1-2 –Trip starts in Kathmandu. Arrive in Kathmandu on Day 1. Day 2 is free time for your own exploration while  staffs make last minute arrangements for your trek.

Days 3-5 – Fly to Biratnagar for a night then fly to Suketar the next day. Commence trekking along the Tamur Nadi river valley to Chiruwa.

Days 6-9 – Ascend along the Tamur Nadi to the village of Olangchung Gola. Spend two nights here and explore the area.

Days 10-13 – Trek into one of the most remote areas of Nepal as we ascend the Yangma Khola river valley past Yangma village and into a high valley that leads to a pass on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

Days 14-19 – Cross Nango La, a 4,776m pass and descend to Ghusa village for a rest day. Trek north along a spectacular high valley to the North Kanchenjunga Base Camp. Descend back to Ghunsa.

Days 20-24 – Descend the narrow gorge of the Ghunsa Khola. There is an abrupt change from high altitude, alpine forests to sub-tropical vegetation. Ascend the side of the valley to Suketar airstrip and the last night camp.

Days 25-26 – Fly back to Kathmandu for 2 nights

Days 27 – Trip ends in Kathmandu You will be transferred to Kathmandu Airport for your onward flight.
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