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Island Peak Climbing

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Island Peak Climbing  Island Peak which is also known as Imja Tse  is situated on the pinnacle of the glacier known as Chukung, connecting Ama Dablam and Lhotse Mountains. It is the most hunted trekking spot due to its tough geographical structure. The Island Peak is located in the heart of Khumbu region which is recognized as a moderate Climbing peak of Everest area. Island Peak was the name given to the mountain in 1951 by Eric Shipton’s who thought it to be reminiscent of an island in a sea of ice. Image of Island It is said that every year 300 groups of people try to scale this peak . It provides an outstanding chance to ascend the Himalayan summit as well as thrilling hike towards Everest Base Camp plus Kala Patthar. The most difficult part is considered as a mixed rock, ice wall that lies in the slope slides which leads...

Chitwan National Park Safari Tour

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Chitwan National Park Safari Tour   Chitwan National Parkis the first and the oldest national park of Nepal. Established in 1973, previously it was known as Royal National Park . It was enlisted in the World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984. Chitwan National Park is located in Chitwan district on the low lands of inner Terai. Chitwan National Park is the refuge for several endangered flora and fauna and it is one of the best natural sites in Nepal where many birds, animals and vegetation mutually co-exist. It is spread over the area of 932 square kilometers. Image of Chitwan National Park The government had to implement strict law known as conservation act in 1957 in order to save the endangered flora and fauna and their habitats. But after three years of the declaration of laws, people had started cleansing the jungles. Its impact can be seen in the numbers of Rhinos. In due course of time Chitwan National Park was extended with an area of 932k...

Tour to Pokhara

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Tour to Pokhara Nepal Luxury Tour Package gives you ample opportunity to explore this majestic country. Nepal is blessed with many historic sites, beautiful Himalayas, mighty mountains, lush forest and its diverse culture and tradition. Pokhara is known as the valley of lakes and packs some of the best panoramic views of the Annapurna region along with few thrilling adventure sports.Pokhara is a gateway to go Annapurna circuit. Pokhara is beautiful, Lakes are assume to be mirror to the mountain. Don't miss the chase to see beauty of Pokhara. It is awesome  and mind bowing. You will be never getting bore with a vista of lakes and mountain.  Making this trip a perfect blend of adventure, scenic beauty, and sacred temples. For the further detail contact us -  http://greatnepaltreks.com/package-category/cultural-and-historical-tour-in-nepal/

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek The Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers one of the best opportunities to see and experience the Himalayas of Nepal. This trek is popular as it offers a great variety of beautiful landscapes, nature and culture of the central mountains of Nepal and a mix of cultures unmatched by any other treks in Nepal. The trail starts in the lowland villages, where rice terraces cut through the mountainsides. It continues into the Annapurna Himal, where you will see colorful villages, green forests, bamboo jungles, rivers and cascades rich with birds and animal life. Prominent is the South face of Mt. Annapurna South (7219m) as well as Mt. Machhapuchhare (6993m). Mind blowing view of Annapurna This is one of the most beautiful treks that combine easy walking with majestic scenery at an easy to handle altitude as you gradually climb uphill. The peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli emerge from behind the foothills. Pastures and cultivated fields soon give...

Mera Peak Climbing

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Mera Peak Climbing in Nepal Mera Peak Climbing in Nepal   Mero Peak is situated in the Sagarmatha Region, Mahalangur Range, with its altitude rising until 6,476 meters, (21,247ft). Mera Peak is one of the highest trekking peaks in Nepal. It contains three main summits: Meera North (6,476 meters), Mera Central (6,461 meters) and Mera South (6,065 meters) as well as a smaller “trekking summit”, visible as a distinct summit. It is a good mountain for trekkers who would like a straight forward introduction to mountaineering. Mera Peak climbing is followed by a short and exciting flight to the mountain airstrip of Lukla and after continuous trek for days through the high and lovely valleys, you will get to the area of Mera. Although physically very demanding on account of the altitude, the climb on Mera Peak is not technically difficult as ascending snow slopes rarely exceed 40 degrees. You don’t require much experience to ascend Mera peak except your physical f...

Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal for 2018

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 Everest Base Camp Trek- Comfort Image of Everest Everest Base Camp is in Everest  region of Nepal. Everest is known as highest peak of the world. In Nepali Everest is known as "Sagarmatha" which mean 'Mother of the Universe". The peak of Mt. Everest is 8,848 meters above the level of the sea. People who are adventurous and who want to see Everest heartily, they can join with us we will provide you special offer on 20% discount. We turn you dream into reality. Imagine how delighted you will be when you see stunning view of Everest near. If you are adventurous don't miss it.    For detail  information kindly visit our website http://www.greatnepaltreks.com/everest-base-camp-trek-comfort

Buddhist Tour in Nepal

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The world is in search of Buddha. "Buddha was born in Nepal"  "If you are really a peace lover, step the holy land Lumbini and visit other Buddha's Shrines and make your life holy and get the enlightenment from Buddha" Siddhartha who was the son of King Suddhodhan Gautam and queen Maya Devi bor in Lumbini in garden of Sal trees (Shorea robusta), situated in the beautiful and peaceful Lumbini zone in Rupandehi district of Nepal. Lumbini is listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site and birthplace of Gautama Buddha. He was born on full moon day, and achieved nirvana in the same day and left this world on the same day of Baishakh Sukla Purnima which is relly amazing. This holy day is celebrated as Budhha Purnima all over the world.The word Buddha reflacts “Awakened One”.  Gautam Buddha is also regarded as Shakyamuni. What is Dharmapada? The Dhammapada is a versified Buddhist scripture traditionally ascribed to the Buddha himself....

Running for Renewal: How the 2nd International Langtang Marathon Is Rewriting Nepal’s Mountain Tourism Story

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Running for Renewal: How the 2nd International Langtang Marathon Is Rewriting Nepal’s Mountain Tourism Story Langtang Valley, Nepal — April 25, 2017 At over 3,800 meters above sea level, where glaciers glint under the Himalayan sun and prayer flags ripple in thin mountain air, runners from across borders gathered for more than a race. The 2nd International Langtang Marathon unfolded as a powerful symbol of renewal, one that fused endurance, memory, and a forward-looking vision for mountain tourism in Nepal . At the heart of this vision stood Surya Bahadur Ghimire , Media and Press Coordinator of the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN) and Founder & Director of Great Nepal Treks & Expedition , who formally inaugurated the event. For Ghimire, the marathon represented a deliberate shift in how post-disaster mountain destinations can be repositioned on the global stage. “Langtang is not a place defined by tragedy, it is defined by resilience,” Ghimire said. “This...

Upper Dolpo Trek

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Besides being adventurous, Upper Dolpo Trek is equally challenging trek as the trail has not been much travelled by the trekkers. The major highlight of the Upper Dolpo Trek is the beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake, which is the deepest lake in Nepal. Besides the lake, trekkers will also come across several rare wildlife, snowy mountain peaks and plenty of Buddhist monasteries along the way. Upper Dolpo Trek starts from Kathmandu once we take a flight to Nepalgunj and then to Jhupal the next morning. The best time for trekto the Dolpo region is in summer and spring season. The trail becomes increasingly difficult in winter because of heavy snowfall.

Best time to visit Nepal

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ARE YOU STILL IN DILEMMA??  "WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL??" "In fact Nepal is for all seasons and all regions" Trekking in Nepal can be carried throughout the year. So with a little disappointment to you, there is no right answer to this question. Also, the best time for trekking depends on the following factors. •        The type of trek you plan, •        Whether it is a restricted zone or not, •        How high you plan to trek, •        How comfortable are you with cold weather and •        Are you comfortable with the crowd? Nepal is a broadly temperate country, with four major seasons. While every season has its own pros and cons, various destinations have its own preferred season. But since the most visits to Nepal is for trekking and most trekkers usuall...

Everest Base Camp Trek

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Ghale Gaun Home stay; Feel the real Nepal

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Ghale Gaun Home stay (an altitude of  2016 m ) is a beautiful valley situated in the Lamjung district lying approx 205 km northwest of Kathmandu and approx 12.5 km northeast of Pokhara. Ghale Gaun is very famous amongst those travelers who are keen to explore the countryside lifestyle of the Nepalese people and would like to make their travel arrangements with the local people. The village is one of the indigenous communities by Gurung communities. Not only is Ghale gun famous to explore the Gurung culture, it also is filled with the breathtaking view of the mountains including Annapurna I  (8091m) , Annapurna II  (7939m) , Annapurna IV  (7525m) , Machhapuchhare  (6693m),  Manaslu Himal, Lamjung Himal, Bouddha Himal  (6974m)  and Himalchuli  (6747m) . Villagers are very welcoming and you will get to learn a lot about their customs and cultures along with the local delicacy. Local food, Gurung Museum, handicrafts, Gurung culture, spectacul...

The Tsum Valley Trek is a hidden jem

The Tsum Valley Trek is a hidden Jem  among the trekking routes of Nepal. The Tsum Valley is an important pilgrimage route and is located to the northwest of Kathmandu in a region called Gorkha. This trek takes you into one of the most secluded hidden valleys in the Himalayas which until recently was a restricted region and is completely different in both culture and topography to any other region of Nepal. The people of the Tsum Valley or Tsumbas are of Tibetan origin with their own ancient dialect, culture and Buddhist religion and this route was once a very important trade link with Tibet. This valley is one of the least explored areas of Nepal and allows trekkers to experience the natural beauty and culture of the area in it’s a pristine and peaceful state without the hustle and bustle of tourists on the busy trekking routes. The Tsum Valley trek is unsurpassed in its majestic natural beauty with several mountain peaks such as Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal, and others. http:/...

Lumbini : the holy land of Nepal.

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Lumbini where lord Buddha was born is a piece of Heaven on Earth, where one could see the snowy mountains amidst a splendid garden, embedded with stupas and monasteries. However, the exact location remained uncertain and dubious until 1 December 1886 when a wandering German archaeologist Dr. Alois A. Fuhrer came across a stone pillar and ascertained beyond doubt it was indeed the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Since that day it has become a focal point for hundreds of thousands of pilgrims. lumbini is one of the greatest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists. More than 400,000 Buddhists and non Buddhists visit Lumbini every year. it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Culture) in 1997and hold immense archaeologic and religious importance. it was here in the gardens of Lumbini that prince Siddhartha Gautam, who later became the Buddha, was born in 623 BC. After the birth of the Buddha, the birthplace is revered by Buddhists and has attracted pilgrims. Different countries have built vario...
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Ama Dablam Expedition  is one of the most extraordinary adventures in the lap of Himalayan. Ama Dablam is beautiful mountain located almost due South of Mount Everest and Lhotse in the Khumbu region. Literally, the word ‘ Ama Dablam’  means  “ Mother’s Necklace.” Ama Dablam Expedition is considered as one of the hardest mountain expeditions in Nepal and is a challenging trek with occasional difficulties. It is the  third popular Himalayas peaks  for permitted expeditions.  The most popular route for climbing Ama Dablam is the southwest ridge.  You will be glad to have chosen this route for the trek as you will enjoy crystal clear view of the Himalayan range including Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pummi etc. In recent years, the popularity is increasing day-by-day as it dominates the eastern sky to Mt Everest Base Camp for any trekking and it has been repeatedly scaled by both foreign and domestic trekkers. The ice- coated granite pyramid with vertica...

Langtang Valley Trek: Adventure to explore the natural beauty and pilgrimage

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Langtang valley Trek provides the prospective trekkers with the opportunity to explore the natural beauty, the pristine environment, the lakes and the breathtaking Himalayas from a very close angle. Langtang Valley Trek is quite popular and well known among the adventure seekers. since it is considered as the third best destination for trekking, many domestic tourists make Langtang Valley Trek as their destination as the location is quite nearby from the Capital city of Kathmandu. Langtang Valley Trek takes you through the dense forests, several traditional and ethnic settlements of various caste groups. The green pastures of Kyangin Gompa and the holy Gosainkunda Lake , one of the greatest pilgrimage destinations of Nepali Hindus, also fall in the vicinity of the Langtang Valley Trek. Besides the supreme views of the snow-covered gigantic mountains, the tourists are also lined up to witness the great waterfalls emerging from one of the crevices from the hills, forests painted r...

Wilderness Trekking; Discovery Yourself In the Lap of Himalayas.

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Wilderness trekking  expeditions is an expedition that gives you the best way to experience the high Himalayas.  Wilderness trek  in Nepal takes you to some unexplored region of remote Nepal for the spectacular Mountain View. One third of this range lies along Nepal's northern border and includes 8 of the giant Himalayan ranges. Here you also get chance to explore the hidden valleys, trails, isolated settlements of the tribal people in Nepal. The culture and tradition in people of Nepal, their diversity etc. It is quite an adventurous trip, it includes trek to: Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Manaslu, Mustang the Hidden Kingdom, Dolpo the Last Shangri-La. Nepal still has many hidden trails which are not explored yet. One third of this range lies along Nepal's northern border and includes 8 of the giants. The Himalayan ranges stretches all directions, in the east is Mount Kailash, The Indus River flows west and turns south around Nanga Parbat (8125m). The Yarlung Tsangpo River ris...