ADVENTURE
With eight of the highest peaks in the world being located in Nepal, the Himalayas are a mountainous play area for trekking fanatics, mountaineers & of course ice-climbers. Home to many routes all ranging in different levels of difficulty, this is the place to get your climb on. Everest Base Camp Trek is arguably the most adventurous experience one can ever indulge in & there are some excellent opportunities for bungee-jumping, skydiving, paragliding, mountain biking, rafting, kayaking, canoeing, etc.
HERITAGE & CULTURE
Nepal is a melting pot of many cultures & religions all co-existing in perfect harmony. Enjoy the colourful street life of Nepal in the Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu valley browsing through its historic & religious sites, bustling bazaars, etc. City life may look modern with all the trappings of modernity, but traditions & cultures remain the same as they were centuries ago.Take a course in woodcarving, stone masonry, pottery or learn delicate Thangka painting. Take a walk through a village & discover the simple life of rural Nepal where farming, looking after goats or cattle, cooking and washing clothes take up almost all their time.
SPIRITUALITY
Nepal celebrates everything with utmost pride, be it their deep-rooted belief in their spiritual practices or age-old traditions. The garden of monasteries & the Maya Devi Temple with thousands of colourful Buddhist prayer flags simply leave you awestruck. Get completely lost in thoughts when you first see the iconic landmark of Nepal, the Buddha Eyes at Swayambhunath Temple. It is serene & peaceful at Boudhanath Stupa & you will experience a strange feeling at the Pashupatinath Temple, the sacred temple that somehow gives you a sense of devotion.
WILDLIFE
The wilderness in Chitwan National Park & spotting one-horned rhinoceros will be a highlight. The experience of surveying the sea of tall grass from the back of an elephant or on a jeep, while keeping an eye out for endangered Gharial crocodiles, rhinos, & monkeys! You’ll be accompanied by knowledgeable guides & experienced naturalists, all devoted to making sure your journey is not only exciting & informative but safe & comfortable as well. The bird life is also very impressive: There are hornbills flying all around, & the brightest kingfishers you will ever see.
FAMILY
Travel through the mountains of Nepal, spinning the prayer wheels, visiting Buddhist monasteries, meeting the welcoming Nepali people & make memories your family will never forget. Nepal with kids is an adrenaline-filled experience with short hikes, mountain biking, rafting & wildlife all available for their recreation, not to mention Kathmandu’s bazaars, which are so fascinating for young minds.