12. Adventures (Introductory to Xtreme) at the roof of the world

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Nepal is a wonderland when it comes to adventuring with so many activities to choose from. All providing participants inspiring views of the natural surroundings and creating lasting memories. Whether you enjoy soft or hard adventures, there is something for all tastes in Nepal.  Becoming known around the world as an adventurer’s playground, Nepal is particularly enjoyable for ultimate thrill seekers wanting hard adventures around the world’s tallest mountain.

HARD ADVENTURE

Involving physically challenging conditions or risks, hard adventure brings thrills and pumps the adrenaline.

  • Everest Skydiving, Mountain biking, White water rafting, Marathon /trail running and Climbing, Bungy jumping, Paragliding/ Power Paragliding, High rope circuits, Canyoning, Canyon swings, Ultra-light aircraft flights and Kayaking.

SOFT ADVENTURE

Soft adventures often require little to no experience and are not as physically demanding.

  • Hot air ballooning, Jungle safari, Bird/ butterfly watching, Yoga/Ayurvedic massage/ Meditation, Golfing, Hiking, Fishing and Cycling.
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11. Introductory Level Peak Climbing

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A great destination for introductory climbing is Mera Peak. Standing at 6,461m, Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. Located in the Everest Khumbu Valley on the edge of the famous Khumbu region. Mera Peak is a scenically stunning mountain providing views of the neighbouring ‘eight-thousanders’ (mountains over 8,000m) including; Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu.

Mera Peak is not technically difficult with ascending snow slopes rarely exceeding 30 degrees. The altitude can make it physically challenging so acclimatisation is required before climbing. A great opportunity for all physically fit adventure seekers wanting climb in Nepal and witness the breathtaking views over the Himalayas. Although suitable for first time climbing, experienced climbers won’t miss out given the spectacular positioning it offers.

Options:

There are many mountains classified by Nepal Tourism Board as trekking peaks. Please inquire for trekking peaks or introductory climbing in Nepal.

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10. Cycling from Lhasa to Kathmandu

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This is one of the dream trip of a cyclist to Follow the Friendship Highway between the historical cities of two countries – Kathmandu, Nepal & Tibet, China through some of the most amazing landscape on Earth.

This is a high altitude expedition style trip passing small Tibetan settlements, nomadic herdsmen wandering across the wide arid plains and awe-inspiring mountain peaks.

Highlights: cycling beneath the towering north face of Everest, riding over 5000m altitude, cultural city of Lhasa, medieval city of Kathmandu, ancient monasteries and ethnic villages.

Best Seasons: May and Sep

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9. Mountainbiking around classic Annapurna Circuit Trail.

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You may think – is this possible? Have people done it? Yes, they have. However, this is only for serious mountain bikers with great physical fitness due to 90% off road riding (also involves carrying bike ).

The gentle inclines and well maintained trails make this one of the best ways to get into the heart of the Himalayas on a Mountain Bike. The best of biking and trekking combined, but as progression develops the trail to bring amenities to the remote villages, the way is becoming more and more bike friendly and will certainly offer us the experience of a life time. The route takes us around the massive Annapurna range and back into the Pokhara Valley, passing between the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massifs. The ride is technical and highly challenging and is a journey that we will never forget.

Maximum alittude reached is 5416 meters at Thoron La pass.

Best season – Mid Sep- Mid Nov, Mid Mar-Mid May.

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8. Expedition Style Trek in less visited areas of Nepal

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Enjoy a fully organised expedition style camping trek to wild and lofty places with the comfort of sleeping in tents and eating three hearty meals a day prepared by trained cooks throughout the trek.

Options

  • Kanchenjunga – The third highest mountain located on the Indian boarder. It is a strenuous trek up to the base camp. We can arrange transfers from Kathmandu to the start of this trek.
  • Dolpa – Visit the remote Land of Bon also known as Upper Dolpa. Strong Tibetan influences are prominent in this region. Lower Dolpa can be reached by plane.
  • Narr-Phu Valley – Recommended for camping style treks, taking around 9 days from Koto to Ngawal. The Tibetan valley is just north of the Annapurna circuit and was only opened to visitors in 2002.
  • Upper Mustang – Foreign visitors have been allowed to the region since 1992, but tourism to Upper Mustang is regulated. Mustang is rich in Buddhist culture, similar to the area of the Tibet Autonomous Region of the People’s Republic of China.

Festival in the area: Tiji Festival –  a three-day ritual known as “The chasing of the Demons”, centered around the Tiji myth celebrated in Mustang, Nepal.

When: May.

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7. Travel to know, if God is he or she!

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Observe the festival of Kumari, Living goddess; a small & cute girl with 32 perfections in life being worshipped as a true god amidst extravagant rituals and community participation.

Having its origin in the medieval period of Nepalese history, a golden age of art, craft and architecture, this largely religious celebration is based upon local legends and follow the lunar calendar (beginning in May) which changes from year to year.

A tour of Kathmandu city incorporating observation of this festival will provide the perfect package for the culture and tradition enthusiast by offering an exceptional opportunity to observe an indigenous religious festival.

When and where

This festival takes place annually in Kathmandu, Nepal around the month of October. The exact date isn’t know until May of the year due to the celebration following a lunar calendar.

Options

  • – Observing the whole festival which takes place for multiple days or just on two of the most important days.
  • – Observing the festival with a tour guide or a photographer/guide.
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6. Trek the Great Himalayan Trail (GHT), Nepal

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Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) is the longest and highest walking trails in the world. Trail stretches to multiple countries including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Pakistan.

Options

  • The Great Himalayan high route (GHT HIGH ROUTE) joining each of the various himals, ultimately combining along the entire range that divides India and China.
  • It takes about 157 days to trek the GHT portion in Nepal alone. Alternatively, the trail can be done in portions following 10 legs.
  • There is village-to-village route on lower altitude which is the GHT CULTURAL ROUTE.

The TEN LEGS of GHT are:

1. Kanchanejunga Region
2. Makalu Region
3. Solu-Khumbu (EVEREST) Region
4. The Rolwaling
5. Langtang Helambu
6. Manaslu & Ganesh Himals
7. Annapurna, Naar & Phu
8. Mustang
9. Dolpo & Mugu
10. Far west Nepal

We provide guided trekking of whole GHT (Nepal) or any leg with required support of crew and arrangement of accommodation or camping.

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5. Volunteering in Nepal

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For those interested in volunteering in Nepal, Sherpa Tours can help find options that utilise your time and skills to help a rural community in one of the following ways. Sherpa Tours can also help you incorporate volunteering into your travel itinerary.

Volunteering in Nepal is worth considering, a positive boost for all involved.

OPTIONS

  • Helping in medical camps.
  • Helping in orphanages.
  • Helping in aged care centres (which are non-commercial and poorly managed).
  • Helping in animal conservation.
  • Helping the INGO-Bird conservation Nepal.
  • Teaching children in schools-this can be for a day, few days or longer to suit you.
  • Participating in volunteering projects such as; developing school buildings, medical camps and painting. These projects generally run for 2-3 weeks. For groups, customised projects with suitable duration can be organised. Participants are required to raise the funds necessary to carry out these projects.

Best Season

Any time of the year.

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4. Home-Stay experience on a heritage-trail trek

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Homestays are a great way to meet and interact with the locals and to gain an insight into their traditional way of life.

Options

1.  Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

Combine an exhilarating alpine trek with an authentic hands-on experience of regional culture with a unique chance to interact closely with a local Tamang family by way of a friendly homestay experience.

2.  Samari and Nuwakot Home Stay Trek

Combine this short low altitude cultural and scenic trek with an opportunity to stay at a house of ethnic magar people, which has been sustainably renovated providing both comfort and traditional heritage look.

Other Information

You can combine the trip with volunteering activities in the villages. Mid Mar to Mid May and Mid Sep to Mid Nov are the best seasons for trekking in Nepal.

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3. Live like a monk, or get Buddhist lession and blessing

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Find inner peace – live like a monk for a week, and find out more about Buddhism.

Facts

Buddha: Was born in Nepal.

Seasons: Any time throughout the year

Options

  1. Living like a monk – You can come to Nepal to become a monk for a week or so
  2. Getting Buddhist lession and blessing from a monk
  3. Learning Yoga and meditation
  4. Visiting Buddhist landmarks in Nepal and India.

Other Information

Places of Interest – Various monastries in Kathmandu city, Lumbini (Nepal), and Gaya (India)

Culture – Buddhism

Festival – Buddha Jayanti (Buddha’s birthday) which happens around May every year in Nepal.

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