Nature in NEPAL
This easy trip starts in Kathmandu with the sightseeing tour of some of the medieval places and Buddhist monasteries before heading to Chitwan, home to tigers, rhinos, sloth bears, leopards, crocodiles and over 400 species of birds. Continue to Pokhara, a picturesque town which is one of the most beautiful places in the world. It’s situated at an altitude of 3000 feet in a lush, picturesque valley surrounded by forest rimmed hills and just 18 miles to the north is walled ..
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This 14days trek begins with an "eye opening" flight to Lukla at 9,200 feet. The trek passes through the picturesque Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar, Thengobche, Dingbocheandto Gorak Shep culminating in the "ascent" of Kala Pattar (18,000 ft.) from where classic views of Everest and its surrounding peaks are available. Most of the trek is spent above altitudes of 9,800 ft.in the Khumburegionwhose skylines isdominated by the massive peaks of the Eastern Himalaya. During the trek, youwill haveplenty of time to ..
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"Annapurna Sanctuary" or Annapurna Base Camp as the place is known to the Nepalese is considered sacred, though there is no documentation to show how long this state of affair has prevailed. It is, however, certain that it was so, long before the first trekkers appeared. The Annapurna Sanctuary forms a natural amphitheater, ringed by Annapurna South and I, Varahashikhar, Gangapurna and Machhapuchhare or "Fish Tail" as it is commonly known. The Sanctuary falls within the area managed by the Annapurna ..
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This "classic" journey around the massif of the Annapurna Himal starts with a drive to Besisahar and then leads up the Marsyangdi River Valley through the villages of Chamje, Bagarchap Pisang and Manang to cross the Thorung La (17700 ft / 5400 m.). The trail then switches over to the Kali Gandaki River valley and descends through the villages of Muktinath, Jomsom and terminates with the flights to Pokhara. This trek is difficult to match for its rugged mountain scenery, trekking ..
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This is still one of the best camping treks in Nepal. The trek starts with a flight to Pokhara and a scenic drive to Nayapul. From here trek through the typical Nepali villages, rhododendron forests and finally rarely trekked high alpine pastures to Kopra Ridge at the altitude of 12465 ft/ 3800 m. This trek is difficult to match for its rugged mountain scenery, reward views of both Dhaulagiri & Annapurna Range. ..
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The very word “Nepal” invokes visions of high mountains, remote valleys and hardy explorers foregoing all creature comforts to test themselves against nature and her forces. However, long before the first mountaineers ventured north to the jagged horizons of rock and ice; long before the first rafter or kayaker descended among the rivers; long before the first trekkers appeared on the ridges; the Nepalese were building palaces, temples, monasteries, and complex townships to rival those anywhere else in the world. Arts ..
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Indrajatra which falls on 03 September 2009, the festival of Indra, the God of rain, is observed with great enthusiasm in Kathmandu Valley. The festival lasts for eight days. The chariot of Kumari, the Living Goddess, is taken out in procession through the main streets of Kathmandu. The festival is specially noted for the echoes of drums and dancing feet of the masked dancers almost every evening. The festival tour is combined with the other sightseeing tours of medieval cities in ..
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This super mountain flight gives you the grand tour of several mountains in the famous Khumbu Valley in Nepal. The flight to Lukla is a lifetime experience, in itself. After a brief stopover at Lukla, you will fly to Namche which is located at 11500 feet., the administrative center of the Sagarmatha National Park and the hub of Sherpa society. The flight is rewarded with dramatic Himalayan scenes, including four of the world's eight highest peaks: Cho Yu (26700 feet), Makalu ..
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Royal Chitwan National Park is one of the Asia's richest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries. Upon arrival at the camp,you will be briefed about the activities in the park. The activates include wildlife viewing on the elephant back, , boat trips, jungle treks and bird watching excursions and slide shows on wildlife. The wildlife of Chitwan is famous for the rare greater one-horned rhinoceros, royal Bengal tiger, and several species of deer, sloth bears, leopard, the marsh mugger and gharial crocodiles ..
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The Annapurna Region within the area managed by the Annapurna Conservation Area Project and is an exercise in environmental and cultural protection accommodating the needs of both the visitors and the local inhabitants. There is a good mix of beautiful mountain views and culture on the trek. ..
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This river is named after the Hindu goddess of destruction, Kali. The river falls down between the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Ranges as it creates one of the world’s deepest river canyons. The river offers the grade between III to IV + , at the same time offering the rewarding place for the birdwatchers. ..
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If you feel more adventurously inclined and want to cover Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan at once, this is a perfect trip for you. Click here for detailed itinerary. ..
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The land of "Lo". Remote and forbidden to travelers for centuries is now open to trekkers. Your journey begins with a late afternoon flight to Pokhara followed, the next morning, by a flight to Jomsom. From here the trail leads along the left bank of the Kali Gandaki river through the villages of Kagbeni, Chusang, Samochin and Charang to the walled capital of Mustang - Lomanthan. The Tiji festival which is held in Lo Manthang every year is a three-day ritual ..
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The devastating earthquake last year in Nepal was no doubt one of the greatest tragedies the people have ever seen. A lot still needs to be done specially in the villages where not many peple have reached and helped the local people. The villages need all the help they can get, and you can make the difference. Third Eye Travel has a special affiliation with Nepal as it is one of our primary travel destinations, so it is our responsibility to ..
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