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Bird watching around Kathmandu Valley

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As we know that Nepal is popular in the world as the best tourism destination . We have a much natural beauty which can motivate travelers to visit. Due to topographical diversity, Nepal has a wide range of Bird species. 856 species (almost 10% of the world total) of birds are found in our country. Impeyan Pheasant and Spiny Babbler are the rare bird which is only found in Nepal. Lophophorus is the  National Birds of Nepal .  Among them, 500 hundred species are easily found in Kathmandu valley.  Phulchoki , Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati River, Taudaha and Bank of Manohara are the best popular  Bird watching spot in Kathmandu valley.  Kathmandu is the valley surrounded by green hills enclosed with thick forest.  Phulchoki is the best place among them for Birdwatching in Kathmandu valley. Babblers, Warblers, Tits, Thrushes, Minivets, Woodpeckers, Eagles and many migrant birds are easily seen from Phulchoki hill. Godawri is another spot for Birding ...

Mountain Biking in Nepal

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When it comes to Nepal, all they think about is the adventure: trekking , expedition , rafting , kayaking, bungee jumping and many more. But nowadays, mountain biking has also been an alternative for the adventure and nature lover. It’s been said that the best way to outlook the inner beauty of Nepal is trekking but now mountain biking is also another alternative. It provides you the pleasure of wandering deep into the natural beauty of Nepal either you are riding in the countryside or in and nearby the valley. Mountain biking in Nepal has been gaining its popularity among the local people as well as of the tourist. You can reach into the core area inside the valley or to the stannous places. Nepal is suitable for all kinds of riders from the beginners to the extreme riders. Previously few bikers used to ride around the Kathmandu valley for a while and occasional tours. But now it has been evolving at a lightning speed. You can see the locals going for a ride during their ...

5 Best Peak Climbing in Nepal

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Being home to eight of the 14 Highest mountains in the world, Nepal is the best destination for Mountaineering enthusiasts. You are experienced climber or amateur trekkers, Nepal offers a wide range of Trekking and Climbing adventure. Peak climbing in Nepal gives you the experience of both trekking and mountaineering. The increasing popularity of the trekking peaks in Nepal is down to the fact that visitors not only get to trek some of the world's popular trails but also experience the thrills of mountaineering. Nepal opened its peaks for mountaineers worldwide in 1949. Ever since it continues to ignite the imagination of mountaineering and climbing enthusiasts worldwide. 1. Island Peak There are many peaks climbing in Nepal. Among them I sland Peak  is one of the popular Peak Climbing in Nepal and, also known as Imja Tse which is situated on the pinnacle of the glacier known as Chukung, connecting Ama Dablam and Lhotse Mountains with an elevation of 6165m. It offers...

10 Reason to visit Pokhara

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Pokhara  lying 200km west from Kathmandu is the second largest city of Nepal, with a beautiful Himalayas and awesome natural beauties you hardly want to miss. It is the city which comes to mind for adventure and leisure activity. The visitors mostly visit for boating, hiking, pony rides, paragliding and the stunning view of Annapurna Mountain range. It lies in the first priority among the famous city of Nepal. The city is also the gateway to  Annapurna trekking . Pokhara being comparatively smaller than Kathmandu but has been catering the adventurous and leisure activities which are the reason to get the first priority among the tourist in their visit to Nepal. Why Pokhara? 1. Adventure site To the adventure lovers, Pokhara is the ultimate destination to add some flavors to their travel fun. The adventurous activities like Skydiving, Paragliding, Ultralight flights,  Bunge jumping , mountain biking, Rock climbing,  Rafting  they don’t want to miss. The...

Jungle Safari in Nepal

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What is Jungle Safari? Jungle Safari  refers to wondering deep into the forest and observing the animal’s behaviors into their habitat without any disturbances. It gets included in the Wildlife tourism where the visitors get to interact with the wild animals in their natural habitat. Nepal has 9 National Parks, 3 wildlife reserves, 6 conservation areas and 1 hunting reserve covering an area of 28,999 sq km which is 19.7% of the country’s total land. Nepal is blessed with the natural beauty which is the reason to be the first priority for trekking, expedition, and peak climbing and jungle safari. For trekking, expedition and peak climbing you will possess physical as well as mental strength. Jungle safari requires neither of these. It is suitable for any age group. You can wander deep into the woods either riding on the back of the elephants or on the jeep without disturbance.  Chitwan National Park ,  Bardia National Park , and   Koshi Tappu Wildlife   res...

Tea house trekking in Nepal with Great Nepal treks

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What is Teahouse Trekking?  Now-a-days Teahouse Trekking is being popular among the trekkers around the world. The main trekking routes in Nepal are teahouse treks. We can found large comfortable lodges with good facilities. Normally tea houses are made up with simple stone and wooden having a kitchen, a communal eating hall and bathroom area. Mostly room has two single beds and a table with thick blanket (feel free to double-up, if it's cold). Rooms are tiny and well cleaned having attached bathroom in Special Trekking area.   Most trekkers leave out on showers during their trek due to cold water, but some teahouses do present hot showers at a small fee. Is there Tea House in Annapurna Region?  Yes Off course we can find lot of Tea houses while Trekking in Annapurna region . The tea houses are well managed in Annapurna and Everes t Trekking region than others. Tea house trekking route in Annapurna region is classics, most diverse and stunning. Among Nepal ...

Incredible facts about Annapurna Region

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Annapurna Region is one of the most popular Trekking Destination in Nepal, 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. Actually, it is under Annapurna Conservation Area. Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Gangapurna (7,455m) and Annapurna South (7,219m) are the major peaks of Annapurna region. Among all trekking package Annapurna region is the suitable for all age groups and all kinds of people. Before Trekking in Annapurna Region first of all we have to know about incredible facts of Annapurna region. Here are some incredible facts about Annapurna region which are listed below: 1. Annapurna Conservation Area was established in 1985 with an area of 7,629 Sq.km and also a largest protected area of Nepal. It contains 474 birds, 39 reptiles, 22 amphibia, 102 mammals, and the rarest animal like Blue she...

Short trekking destination: Dhampus

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Nepal, blessed with nature is mostly known for trekking and mountaineering. Along with it, the country is best known for the Birth place of Buddha and Mt. Everest the highest mountain on earth. Trekking is the gentle walk through the trails of jungle in which Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp are the two names of the trekking trails that comes in mind of every trekker. Trekking requires physical and mental fitness along with the plenty of leisure days. Some enthusiast might have fulfilled those two conditions but not the third one. So for those, Dhampus trek is the best trekking destination in get lost in the lap of the nature with the superb view of magnificent of majestic Himalayas. Dhampus (1650m) is a 3 hours of walk from Phedi tilling where the surface transportation reaches from the Pokhara city. The city is the gateway for the trekkers going towards Annapurna Region.  You will get a chance to dive into the rural life of Nepal along with the magnificent views...

Festival of colors: Holi

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In this 20th century every one of us is running after building our career and status. During this time we forget to live our life and meet our belongings. So, the festival Holi comes on the month of Falgun bringing all those happiness we kept aside during the run towards our career by bringing all our families and friends together. It is called as “ Festival of colors” but moreover, it is the “ Festival of Love” in which all those barriers between people are broken and live the moments with a care free mind. It somehow makes a person fresh of their daily schedules. It not only colors the people from outside but also from inside putting a soul in your life. The festival is celebrated in the Hindu continent from the ancient time and is followed by the new generations. It is celebrated as the farewell to all those bad habits as Holika got burnt and a revival of new energy and good habits for coming years. On this festival, peoples use colors, water gun, balloons while you will also s...

The Superhuman mountaineers: Sherpas

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Who are Sherpas? Sherpas are the Tibetan ethnic group living in the high altitudes of the Himalayas for generations.  The term Sherpa or Sherwa is derived from the Sherpa language itself with the reference of their origin in northeastern Nepal . Sherpas are found to be lived in the eastern and the northern portion of Nepal. The language they speak is mixed Eastern Tibetan (Khamba) and Lhasa dialogue which also belongs to the southern part of the Tibeto-Burman languages. They are mostly known for their extreme mountaineering skills and for hospitality during your arrival. Actually, Sherpas are the indigenous group who migrated from Tibet approximately 600 years ago through Nangpa La pass from Kham region. They firstly settled in Solukhumbu District then migrated to different places getting divided into different clans: Minyagpa, Thami, Sertawa, and Chawa. The reason to get migrated was the conflict that rose in Mahayana Buddhism in 13th and 14th centuries, traveling through...

Paragliding in Nepal

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"FLY LIKE A BIRD IN THE OPEN SKY" Wana be a bird and explore Pokhara with your tiny eyes?? If you say we have the best option for you. Paragliding above the Phewa lake provides you the best exposure of Himalayas and beautiful structure of Pokhara Valley. Join with Great Nepal Treks and feel the difference. We have opened bookings for 2017/018. Click here for proof:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3pRNCXkcaU&t=73s CONTACT US Great Nepal Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. Uttar Dhoka, Kathmandu, Nepal +977-1- 4620990 (Hunting) +977-1- 4620989 +977-9851078338 +977-9851136111 info@greatnepaltreks.com gntreks321@gmail.com

GREAT NEPAL TREKS AND EXPEDITION PVT. LTD : Trekking in Nepal

GREAT NEPAL TREKS AND EXPEDITION PVT. LTD : Trekking in Nepal : Trekking in Nepal  Trekking in Nepal does not always mean Mountain climbing. While an ascent to a Himalayan peak is sure to add more...

Information about Nepal

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NEPAL AT A GLANCE Geography Nepal is the Federal Democratic Republic and land locked country having an area of 1,47,181 sq. km (56827 sq. m). It has a population of about 29.6 million. The highest point of Nepal is at 8848m (Mt. Everest) whereas the lowest point is at 59m above the sea level. The latitude and longitude lies at 26° 12' and 30° 27' North and 80° 4' and 88° 12' East respectively. Kathmandu, the capital city includes 4 World Heritage Sites (Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Kathmandu Durbar Square). There are more than 102 ethnic groups speaking 90 different languages. The country is also renown for the world’s highest mountain Mt. Everest (8,848m), the every adventure lover dreams of. There are at least 160 major peaks over 7000 m and 1340 peaks over 6000 m while Kanchenjunga 8598 m, 8516 m Lhotse, Makalu 8463 m, 8201 m Cho Oyu, Dhaulagiri 8167 m , Manaslu 8163 m, Annapurna 8091 m are some of the major peaks names of the Himalayas. Nepal ...