Thursday, December 24

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trekking

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is one of the finest trekking in Nepal which takes into the foothill of Mount Kanchenjunga- 3rd highest mountain in the world. Kanchenjunga Trekking is a trek in Nepal which goes to the border of Sikkim and Tibet.


 Kanchenjunga Trekking is one of the restricted trekking route of Nepal  where foreigners have to issue a special permit and should take Nepali local trekking guide while trekking. Kanchenjunga Circuit Trekking offers the range of scenery views of snowcapped mountains as well as the local culture and living styles of locals of Kanchenjunga region.


As Kanchenjunga (8,586m) is third tallest mountain in the world it was first summited by two British climbers in 1955. Kanchenjunga circuit trek is described as one of the extreme trekking in Nepal which is relatively untouched and unspoiled than other trekking regions in Nepal.  As Nepal trekking is a seasonal adventure, best trekking season for Kanchenjunga circuit are the months of September-November and March-May when trekkers can get maximum of Kanchenjunga Circuit. Read More..

Monday, December 21

Mera Peak Climbing

Mera Peak (6,461m/ 21,190 ft) is the highest trekking peak in Nepal situated at Khumbu Region. Mera Peak is a challenge and opportunity for trekkers and climbers who are physically fit and seeking for adventure trek to Everest Region; home of Mt. Everest (8,848m), the highest peak of the world.

 Mera Peak climbing is not only a trek to Mera itself. This stunning scenic peak climbing in Khumbu Region offers the world’s 8000 meter majestic Himalayan ranges which includes- Mt.Everest (8,848m), Cho-Oyu (8,201m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8,463m), Kanchenjunga (8,586m) and many other peaks Mera Peak Climbing with expert mountaineering team of Visit Heaven Trek Team will be your trip of lifetime . Read more..

Friday, December 18

One Week in Nepal

Best of Nepal tour is one of the fantastic tour in Nepal which offers to explore the best of Nepal. This amazing tour starts with visiting some of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Sites in Kathmandu Valley which includes exploration of Soyambhunath a temple famous as “Monkey Temple” where one can find handful of monkeys playing all around.

Other heritage sites one visit during this tour is Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. After finishing the Kathmandu sightseeing the tour then head towards Nagarkot- the nearest view point to view magnificent sunrise views in snowcapped mountains. The tour then redirects to Pokhara to explore the beautiful city of Lake. This amazing tour also offers to view the mighty Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain ranges from Sarangkot.

 Day to Day itinerary:

Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and drive to Nagarkot ( 1 hour drive to Nagarkot).


Highlights:

  •  Visit Soyambhunath- The Monkey Temple. 
  •  Pashupatinath- A temple dedicated to Hindus. Hindus crematory place. 
  • Boudhanath- The largest Buddhist stupa in South Asia. 
  •  Kathmandu and Bhaktapur Durbar Square- Historical Palaces of late kings.


Day 3: Sunrise view and drive to Pokhara (7 hours drive to Pokhara)

Highlights:


  • Sunrise view in snowcapped mountains. magnificent views Langtang, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal and Mahalanur Himalayan ranges. 
  • Scenic drive to Pokhara. 


Day 4: Pokhara Exploration and drive to Sarangkot in evening.

Highlights:

  • Boating on Phewa Lake 
  • Visit TalBarahi and Bindabasini temple
  •  Visit Devi’s falls and Gupteshowr cave 

Available extra activities: Paragliding, Bungee Jumping, Zip flyer, Parahawking, Ultralight, Mountain biking. 

Day 5: Sunrise view and trek back to Pokhara.

Highlights:

  • Magnificent sunrise views and amazing mountains views of Annapurna, Mt Fishtal, Manaslu range. 
  •  Shopping in Pokhara. 


Day 6: Drive back to Kathmandu.( 6 hours drive). Flight (30 minutes). Last minute shopping.

Day 7: Fly back home.

Wednesday, December 16

Things to Do in Nepal.

Nepal land of Himalayas is one of the best adventure travel destinations. This small landlocked country is packed with natural and cultural beauties. Those who are making adventure vacations plans, Nepal will be the perfect travelling destination for them. Nepal offers several holiday adventure which includes high altitude trekking to easy tours.


Recently National Geographic has listed Nepal on “The Cool List: 16 for 2016” where Nepal is on sixth must travel destination in 2016.  And said “Tourist numbers to Nepal plummeted by 85% after the devastating earthquakes, but the country is once more open for business and safe to visit, with a new government-backed website providing official updates on affected areas. This is a nation that has long relied heavily on tourism, with many visitors lured by the chance to combine voluntourism with an adventure holiday in a stunning landscape.”

So what are the most popular traveling menus for Nepal travel?


1.    Trekking in Nepal 


As there are plenty of trekking routes, trekking is the best traveling option in Nepal. Nepal trek offers to see snow capped mountains which include 8 of 10 highest mountains in the world including Mount Everest 8848m.Trek Nepal takes trekkers to the foothills of the mighty Himalayas of Nepal. Nepal treks also offers to explore some of the untouched and unexplored places of Nepal.

During trekking in Nepal one can also explore the culture and living style of the people of respective trekking trails. Treks in Nepal are undisputedly, a memorizing adventure which can last lifetime. Trek in Nepal can be extreme trekking to short and easy Nepal treks and tours.


One who is thinking treks to Nepal there are bundles of trekking and tours activities. Those who cannot trek in high altitudes can choose easy treks in Nepal and those who are physically good and wants adventurous trekking can choose challenging hard trekking in Nepal. There are several top treks in Nepal which advances to experience wonderful trekking adventure in Nepal.

 Everest Base Camp Trekking, Annapurna Base Camp Trekking, Annapurna Circuit Trekking, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, Langtang trekking, Manaslu Circuit Trekking are some of the most amazing and frequently visited trekking trails of Nepal. Those who want easy Nepal trek tours can choose Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, Annapurna Base Camp Trekking and Langtang trekking which offers to see mighty Himalayas and also offers to explore cultural wonders.


Those having more time and dream of doing challenging trekking in high mountains can choose Everest Base Camp Trekking, Everest Three Pass Trekking, Everest Via Gokyo Ri Trekking, Makalu Base Camp Trekking and more. For easy and short trekking Nepal options are: Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is 5 day trek in Nepal which can be done as 4 day trek in Nepal too.

 Another popular trekking Annapurna Base Camp trekking is 10 day trek in Nepal but this amazing base camp trek can be done as 7 day trek in Nepal too. Langtang trekking is another trekking in Nepal which is easy trekking yet equally offers to see the mighty Himalayas, explore the culture and traditions of peoples of Langtang which is influenced by Tibet culture and also explore the flora and faunas of Langtang trekking region.

Other top Nepal trek tours are Upper Mustang Trekking, Lower Dolpo Trekking, Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking. These trekking in Nepal are categorized as restricted areas trekking where trekkers have to get special trekking permits and have to accompany a Nepali trekking guide during trekking.

Depending upon trekkers interest there are different ways to do trekking in Nepal. Mainly trekking in Nepal can be done in two ways, one is teahouse trekking in Nepal and another is camping trekking in Nepal. During teahouse trekking in Nepal trekkers used to stay in available teahouses on the trekking routes. In this type of trekking teahouses provides food and accommodation during trekking. In camping trekking in Nepal, trekkers have to take required equipment with them during trekking. In this sort of trekking trekkers have to cook food and have to use tents for accommodation.


Except restricted trekking routes of Nepal, trekking through Nepal can be done individually. But it is always better to hire one of the trekking companies in Nepal who will provide different trekking tours packages on traveler’s interest. Trekking companies provides teahouses trekking, camping trekking in Nepal with experienced government license holder trekking guides of Nepal with proper trekking packages.

For trekking in Nepal trekkers need to get Trekking Permits and TIMS Cards for trekking. Trekking permits that means the conservation area fees or National Park entry fees.Those trekking permits are issued by  Nepal Tourism Board. Whereas, TIMS Card another important trekking documents is provided by Trekking Agencies Association Nepal (TAAN).

Trekking in Nepal are seasonal adventure activities and the best trekking seasons of Nepal are Spring- March/April/May/ June and autumn- end of September/October/November. But low altitude trekking can be done in winter season and in Monsoon Upper Mustang trekking and Dolpo trekking are best trekking in Nepal.
 
2.    Nepal Tour 


Tours in Nepal is another traveling activity in Nepal which offers to explore the best of the Nepal. Nepal tours are best possible traveling activities to spend holiday with family.  Nepal offers different kinds of tours which advance to explore Nepal. Tour Nepal or tours in Nepal is the best adventure travel experience to share your good time in Nepal with family.

Tours in Nepal can be spiritual tours, cultural tours or just a vacation tour to spend the holidays. Most popular tours of Nepal are: Pokhara Tour, Chitwan Lumbini Pokhara Tour, Lumbini Pokhara Tour, Illam Tour and more.

Nepal tours can be day tours to multi day tours.  Multi days Nepal Tours includes Pokhara Tour, Chitwan Lumbini Pokhara Tour, Lumbini Pokhara Tour, Illam Tour and more. Day tours in Nepal are those tours in Nepal which offers to explore some of the natural, cultural and historical highlights of Nepal. Most famous day tours in Nepal are; Kathmandu Valley Day tours and day tours in Pokhara which offers to explore the highlights of respective places.

During day tours in Kathmandu Valley, one can sight some of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Sites in Kathmandu. In other the Pokhara Day tours, it offers to explore some of the natural wonders of beautiful Pokhara city. Nepal tours are perfect for those who cannot trek in the high Himalayas yet want to see the snowcapped mountains and explore the cultural and historical aspects of Nepal.

3.    Peak Climbing 


Peak climbing in Nepal is another best adventure activity in Nepal. Peak Climbing Nepal suits for those travelers who want thrilling, challenging and exciting adventure activities in Nepal. As Nepal is a Himalayan country there are lots of mountains for expedition. Mountaineering governing body Nepal Mountaineering Association has categorized thirty three peaks as “Minor Peaks” below 6000 meters which can be done by climbers having few climbing experience.


Among those peaks some of the peaks are easy and non-technical climbing peaks but some of them are technical in nature.  Some of the best peak climbing in Nepal are:



Pisang Peak Climbing
Island Peak Climbing
Yala Peak Climbing
Mera Peak Climbing

4.    Wildlife Tours in Nepal 


Nepal is also home for several wildlife and birds. Nepal is home for some of the endangered wild species and birds. Wildlife tours in Nepal is dedicated to introduce the flora and faunas of Nepal. Most famous wildlife tours in Nepal are Chitwan Wildlife Tour, Bardia Wildlife tour Nepal and Koshi Tappu Wildlife tour.

Among them Chitwan National Park tour is the most chosen and famous wildlife tour in Nepal. But Bardia Wildlife tour and Koshi Tappu Wildlife tour offers same level thrill and excitement as Chitwan Wildlife tour. During wildlife tours in Nepal one can experience Elephant back safari, different local cultural programs and also sight different species of wild animals and birds.


Normally, wildlife tours in Nepal are of 5 days maximum. Chitwan Jungle safari tour can be done as 2 Nights 3 Days Safari Tour or 1 Night 2 Days jungle safari tour, whereas Bardia Wildlife Tour Nepal is for 4 Nights 5 Days. Likewise, Koshi Tappu Wildlife tour Nepal is for 3 Nights 4 Days.

5.    Rafting and Kayaking


Rafting and Kayaking is another wonderful adventure activity to do during Nepal travel. Nepal has some of thrilling raging rivers which offers chilling whitewater rafting and kayaking experience in Nepal. Rafting trips in Nepal are one of the fantastic and must to adventure activity in Nepal during Nepal visit.

One who is interested for rafting in Nepal can do day rafting trips to multi-days rafting trips in Nepal. Nepal rivers offers variety of rafting experience where beginners to pro can enjoy rafting and kayaking experience.

Some of the famous rafting and kayaking in Nepal are:

Trishuli River Rafting
Bhotekoshi River Rafting
Seti River Rafting
Kali Gandaki Rafting
Sunkoshi Rafting

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Monday, December 14

Upper Mustang Trekking

Trekking in Mustang is a unique which takes you to an arid region beyond the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Mustang “Hidden World” had been forbidden land was opened in March 1992 for tourist. Trekking in Mustang offers to discover wonders of architecture, culture and tradition of the people of Mustang which is influenced by Tibetan Culture.

Upper Mustang Trek is truly one the most rewarding experience in Nepal. A trek to Upper Mustang will be an experience to observe the view of the primitive society untouched and unaffected by modernization. Exploring the thousands years old monastery, caves , viewing different stunning landscapes, trekking through world’s deepest gorge Kaligandaki into the world’s highest region  of Lo-Mangthang Valley; a city of four storey palace and more

Saturday, December 12

Amadablam Base Camp Trekking

Amadablam Trekking Base Camp Trekking is one of the popular trekking in Khumbu Trekking Region which offers to explore the natural and cultural wonders of Everest Trekking Region. Amazing Ama Dablam Trek starts with exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Listed sites in Kathmandu.

It then directs towards Lukla with spectacular flight up the Himalayas.From Lukla, Amadablam Base Camp Trekking first offers to explore the culture, traditions and living style of Sherpa people.  As the elevation rises Amadablam Base Camp Trekking in Nepal offers the magnificent views of snowcapped mountains of Everest Trekking Region which includes Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam itself and other mountains. Read More.

Friday, December 11

Everest Three Pass Trekking

Everest Three Pass trekking one of the adventurous trekking in Nepal covers three challenging Himalayan High Pass which are over 5,000m. Thrilling Three Passes in this Everest Trekking trekkers passes are Kongma La Pass (5,335m.), Chola La Pass (5,430m.) and Renjo La Pass at 5,345m.

 Everest Three Pass Trek is in fact a complete trekking in Everest Trekking region which offers to explore the Sherpa cultures and their living style of Khubu region, advances to explore the flora and faunas of Sagarmatha National Park and to views of magnificent mountain views including Mount Everest (8,848m.) and its neighboring towers.

 This amazing trek in Nepal also includes visiting of Gokyo Valley, the fascinating high lakes valley in the world. Read more.

Wednesday, December 9

Nepal Travel 2016

Nepal, a small landlocked country by size but the natural and cultural beauty makes this country just amazing and unique country in the world. It is said that Nepal is the 8th wonder of the world and the Mighty Himalayas including- Mount Everest, the various existed traditions, cultures; the classic ways of living and hugely friendly Nepalese justifies the fact.

Nepal is also the land where Lord Buddha was born. This culturally, naturally gifted and spiritual land has plenty to offer for the travelers which can be a trekking and expedition, wildlife tours, historical and culture tours, whitewater rafting tours, family holiday adventure, various adventure sports etc. With this reasons thousands of travelers put Nepal as the first choice holiday travel destination on their travelling diaries.

An unhidden fact is year 2015 was ideally not best tourism year in Nepal. Firstly, it was hit by massive earthquake of 7.8 rector scale which took more than 9,000 lives and leaves thousands badly injured. Then for months several aftershocks keep threatening the lives. Due to this threat tourism was undisputedly paralyzed for some time.

But, once the August was started, the aftershocks was almost stopped, peoples again started to plan visiting this peace land and genuinely started to travelling Nepal again. There was good movement again in Thamel. Many started to travel Nepal and started their adventure in Himalayas again. But again with some political issues and more from the Unofficial Indian Blockade affected Nepal Tourism badly which pulled earthquake injured tourism and tourism industry into the ground again.

Firstly, starting season was affected by the massive shaking and later the internal political issues and Unofficial Indian Blockade, Nepal Tourism year was not a good year in summary.
It is said that “Seeing believing”. There are lots of negative messages spread about Nepal after the massive earthquake and latest political issues and the unwanted Unofficial Blockade. So, to interpret the real condition of Nepal, one must travel Nepal in 2016. Visiting Nepal in 2016 is totally different than previous years because one will sight the reality with their own.

What are the best travelling destination in Nepal in 2016?

Everest Trekking Region: One of the famous trekking region in Nepal was less affected by the earthquake. Post-earthquake, many trekkers trekked Everest Region safely and smoothly in 2015. The domestic airlines are operating their flight services as before. To see the mighty Himalayas including Mount Everest, to explore the local cultures and traditional ways of living, one can simply choose trekking in Everest.Some of the fantastic trekking trails in Everest regions are:

Everest Base Camp Trekking
Everest via Gokyo Lakes Trekking
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trekking
Everest Panorama Trekking
Everest Three Pass Trekking

Annapurna Trekking Region: The most visited trekking region of Nepal. Annapurna Trekking region is the trekking region which was not affected by the earthquake 2015. Annapurna Trekking region offers to see the mighty Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri and other stunning mountains and to explore the local cultures and living style of Annapurna Trekking Region. In 2015 thousands of trekkers visited Annapurna. Annapurna trekking offers short trekking to extreme trekking to explore the natural and cultural wonders of Annapurna. So, what are the best trekking in Annapurna? The answers are:



Annapurna Circuit Trekking
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
Mardi Himal Trekking

Langtang Region Trekking: Most earthquake affected trekking route of Nepal. Almost all trekking trails of this trekking region were destroyed by the disastrous earthquake, hundreds of peoples were killed and almost all teahouses are destroyed. After the earthquake, Langtang Trekking Region has closed for several months but now some of the famous trekking routes of Langtang are reopened again. We humbly request all travelers to travel Langtang once because it will be a big help for reconstructing Langtang and helping the peoples we lost their almost all thing on earthquake. Wondering, which trails are opened after earthquake? Then the list for Langtang trekking in 2016 are:

Langtang Gosaikunda Trekking

Langtang Valley Trekking

Langtang Tamang Heritage Trekking

Manaslu Region Trekking: One of the restricted, less crowded and less visited trekking area of Nepal. It was also affected by earthquake. But the Manaslu trekking route has reopened and safe to travel. It is an ideal trekking route for those who aims to travel in less crowded area, wants to explore the untouched and unspoiled nature and culture. Best Manaslu Trekking route:

Manaslu Circuit Trekking

Restricted Area Trekking: The perfect destination for 2016:
Upper Mustang Trekking
Lower Dolpo Trekking

Best Nepal Tours Nepal 2016
Those who dislikes or cannot hike up to the mountains yet wants to explore the best of Nepal, for them Nepal tours are perfect traveling activities. If so, what are the perfect Nepal Tours in 2016?
Pokhara Tour
Pokhara Lumbini Tour
Chitwan Lumbini and Pokhara Tour.

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Nepal is also the home for several wildlife and birds. Except trekking and tours, wildlife and jungle safari tours are the perfect holiday packages available in Nepal. Some of the best nature and wildlife tours that can be done in Nepal 2016 are:

Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour
Bardia National Park Tour
Koshi Tappu Wild Reserve Tour

Rafting
Rafting is another exciting adventure activities to do in Nepal in 2016. Nepal is home for several rivers which offers thrilling river rafting experience. Some of the best river rafting to in Nepal in 2016 are:
Trishuli River Rafting
Bhotekoshi River Rafting
Seti River Rafting
Kali Gandaki River Rafting
Sunkoshi River Rafting

Adventure Sports in Nepal 2016
Except trekking, hiking, rafting and jungle safari in Nepal, there are several adventure sports that can add extra fun and excitement during Nepal travel 2016. Some of the adventure sports you can do in Nepal 2016 are:
Bungee Jumping
Paragliding
Zip Flyer
Ultralight
Parahawking

Travel Nepal in 2016, help this amazing country rebuilding and reconstructing.

Wednesday, December 2

Travel Nepal with Visitheaventreks

Nepal is such a humble magical place!! This beautiful country and its people remain close to my heart.

I spent 3 weeks in Nepal earlier this year, where i travelled with Visitheaventreks to Pokhara to trek through its breathtaking landscapes and Chitawan to visit the rare wildlife and meet the village people.

                          mountain children

I felt completely comfortable and safe knowing i was in good hands, Saran and his team have so much knowledge and passion for their country and iam so greatful for all of the support i received from Visitheaventreks.

It is wonderful to see just how important education is in Nepal..The children i have meet are truely inspiring and it is great to see that Visitheaventreks continue to support and nuture education in Nepal by donating learning material to children.

    Learning material donated to the children by     
                        Visitheaventreks 

The places and people i visited on my adventure will remain with me and i can not wait to return to continue exploring the magnificent landscapes and making new friends..i will be definaletly be visiting Saran and the team for further adventures..u really do visit heaven when u visit Nepal!