Mountain Flight

Once in a Life Time Mountain Flights, offered every day, take in the entire range of the Himalayas extending across the country. Only awe-stricken silence can come close to match the experience of going on a mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains of the earth. Mountain flights offer the closest possible aerial views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to all category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. For those who are restricted by time or other considerations from going to trekking, these flights offer a panoramic view of the Himalayas in just one hour.

Trekking

Nepal offers excellent trekking options to visitors from easy walking excursions to a strenuous climb of the snowy peaks. And actually, one of the most rewarding ways to experience Nepal's natural embellishment and cultural assortment is to just walk through the length, breadth and the altitudes of the country.

Some trekking options: Teahouse trekking, back packing, self arranged trekking and trekking through operators. In teahouse trekking, you eat and sleep in hotels and teahouses (known as bhatti in Nepal where hot cups of tea, coffee and local or imported alcoholic drinks are available) dotting the trekking regions. Teahouse trekking is the most popular of all as you easily find a place to eat and sleep in areas you are familiar with.  Backpack trekking is popular in areas where one would tent, cook individually or in groups.

Another enthralling experience is the Pony trek. Pony treks following the same routes as other treks are offered mostly in the western region of Pokhara, Dolpo and Lo Manthang (Mustang).

Rafting

Nepal has earned the reputation of being one of the best destinations for white water rafting. Cruising down rushing rivers of crashing waves and swirling rapids work up an excitement of a lifetime. Rafting trips for some is the highlight of their stay in Nepal. The waters in Nepal offer something for everybody: Grade 5-5+ rivers with raging white water rapids for the adventurous and for the cautious learner, there’s the Grade 2-3 rivers with a few rapids. Rafters also have a choice ranging from two to three-week trips to trips of two or three days

Paragliding

Paragliding is a relatively new adventure sport in Nepal, and little information is available in tourist guidebooks. Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure-seeker. You can experience unparalleled scenic grandeur as you share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites, while floating over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungles, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas. The last three years have seen the activity flourish in Pokhara and it now is an internationally recognized destination for free-flight enthusiasts.

Wildlife

A trip to Nepal is incomplete if you have not been on a jungle safari. While the mountains of the north boast some of the highest and most magnificent peaks in the world, the tropical jungles of the Terai still preserve some of the best wildlife habitat in the subcontinent. Some of these rich wildlife habitats are now protected and can be toured on elephant back, 4WD, dugout canoe or on foot accompanied by a licensed guide. Nepal has sixteen national parks, wildlife reserves and conservation areas, occupying 16% of its total geographical area. Jungle safaris on elephant back or Jeep rides are offered at the Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Bardia National Park, Chitwan National Park and the Suklaphanta wildlife reserve.

Shopping

Shopping in Nepal is easy. With a little money and some time one can obtain the best buys this little kingdom has to offer. A Nepali for company is a help if a shopping project is on your mind. Common tourist shopping items include souvenirs and trinkets like gems and jewelry. Hand-woven cotton fabric is a popular buy among visitors. Some buy pashmina wool items that Nepal is famous for while some pick up a variety of fresh tea and spices.

Other popular buys among visitors are local craft and artwork. Among these are the Tibetan and Newar Thangka and Paubha paintings that belong to the time when these cultures were at their peak. Visitors buy Newari woodcrafts done on picture frames, windows, statues and carvings. Carpets that represent the age-old folk art of the Tibetans are also very popular. Traditional Nepali paper is popular as writing pads and bound journals, calendars and lampshades.

Entertainment

With the thrills of outdoor activities Nepal also offers city fun for its visitors. While visitors enjoy the rustic by simply beholding spectacular sights and partaking in the activities of exotic cultures, in cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara some entertainment is on par with western world.

Visitors have a choice from a potpourri of amusements. They can participate in cultural shows that include theater and local art; wine and dine at premier hotels providing excellent service; enjoy music and dance at newly-opened discotheques; try a luck at rummy or blackjack at one of the casinos; enjoy a game of golf in Himalayan serenity; or just stroll down one of Kathmandu’s old cobbled lanes.

A taste of Nepali culture is still sought by tourists. Visitors are fascinated by ethnic ambience in local restaurants serving authentic Nepali food. Art galleries and museums of the Valley exhibiting cultural treasures are also among preferred tourist choices. Health clubs and gymnasiums are also available.

Attractions in Nepal
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