EXPLORE Nepal

The Land of Culture, Nature & Adventure

Description:
Nepal, home to Mount Everest & birth place of Lord Buddha, is dominated by the world's most imposing mountains and also for its unique cultural heritage, artistic monuments and exotic wildlife, which are reflected the architecture and biodiversity. Located between China in the north and India in the rest. Nepal was closed to visitors from 1951, situation which contributed greatly to its mystique in the west.
This small hospitable country has since become an exceptionally popular destination for travelers, Hinduism is the major religion, However, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam are also the main religions &: More than 101 ethnic groups and 92 spoken languages

ACCESS TO NEPAL BY AIR:
Nepal Airlines is the national flag carrier of Nepal with flights to/from Delhi, Dubai, Doha, Bangkok, Hongkong, Malaysia, Mumbai, Banglor, Kolkata. Other airlines opeating from/to Kathmandu are Air Arabia, (Sharjah), Air China, China Southern, Biman Bangladesh, Turkey Airlines, China Eastern, Dragon Air, Druk Air, Etihad Airways, Fly Dubai, Indian Airlines, Jet Airways, IndiGo, Oman Air, Qatar Air, Silk Air, Thai Airways, United Arab and more

Similarly, Al Jazeera Airline providing the direct flight service from Kuwait to Gautam Buddha International Airport at Bhairahawa, Nepal which is recetly opened.

ENTERING NEPAL THROUGH LAND:
Entering Nepal by land must enter only through one of these entry points - Kakarvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Mahendranagar, Dhangadi and Rashuwagadi,
Note: Entering Nepal with their own vehicles must possess an international cornet or complete customs formalities

TOURIST VISA:
DURATION: Days - VISA FACIILITY: Multiple Visa - FEE: USD 30
DURATION: 30 Days - VISA FACIILITY: Multiple Visa - FEE: USD 50
DURATION: 90 Days - VISA FACIILITY: Multiple Visa - FEE: USD 125
Note: For obtaining visa 1 passport size photo is necessary. Visit Nepal Immigration site. Check Details

Visa Extension Fee
Tourist visa extension is done for minimum 15 days with USD 45 and USD 3 per day for additional days.
In the case of delay less than 150 days additional USD 5 per day as late fine.

IMMIGRATION: AIRPORT - ENTRY & EXIT POINT:

TRIBHUWAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - KATHMANDU
GAUTAM BUDDHA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - BHAIRAHAWA

IMMIGRATION: BY ROAD | DISTANCE & ENTRY & EXIT POINT:
ROUTE # 1: KATHMANDU TO KAKARBHITA - 620 kms
ROUTE # 2: KATHMANDU TO BIRGUNJ - 280 kms
ROUTE # 3: KATHMANDU TO BHAIRAHAWA - 280 kms
ROUTE # 4: KATHMANDU TO NEPALGUNJ - 520 kms
ROUTE # 5: KATHMANDU TO MAHENDRANAGAR - 715 kms
ROUTE # 6: KATHMANDU TO DHANGADI - 630 kms
ROUTE # 7: KATHMANDU TO RASHUWAGADI - 170 kms

ACCOMMODATION:
Nepal has available all category standard of accommodation facility, ranging from international 5 stars hotels to budget lodges. Small towns has provided only basic accommodation facility..

TRANSPORTATION:
Local taxi sign black number plates and can be hailed off the street specially in major cities like Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan & Pokhara. There are regular local buses runs all cities. Private vehicle also available hire basis in major cities from transport services for short or long duration such as Car, Van, Jeep, Hiace, Coaster, Mini Bus, Big Bus etc

DOMESTIC AIRLINES:
Nepal Airlines has an extensive network of air servies to major parts of the country. Beside Nepal Airlines other domestic airlines provide regular and charter flights services to popular doemestic destinations.

BANK & FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
Visitors can exchange money at the foreign exchange counter at the airport upon arrival or Bank. POPULAR TOURIST DESTINATION:
Living Goddess Kumari Live in Kathmandu

KATHMANDU - Living Goddess Kumari

KATHMANDU, The valley is the cultural and historic city of Nepal and the famous for ancient temple & seven UNESCO World Heritage site. The valley contains the three major districts are the capital The Kathmandu (Kantipur), Patan or Lalitpur and Bhaktapur which is boast of religious and cultural artifacts. READ MORE DETAILS
Pokhara also called lake city

POKHARA - Fewa Lake

POKHARA, A famous city of Seven lakes complemented with spectacular views of the Annapurna Himalayas. One of the most popular & first stopover for most trekking routes. Pokhara has many nature & Adventure sports, with its innumerable leisure, make this city with own paradise. READ MORE DETAILS Chitwan Natonal Park is famous for Wildlife Safari

Chitwan Natonal Park is famous for Wildlife Safari

Chitwan - Wildlife Safari

CHITWAN, Wilderness the thrill of the jungle with comfort and magnificence experience. the World Heritage national park of Nepal, is the land where tigers roam freely & rhinos cross your path frequently. The nature of dense wilderness & the immerse variety of birds is what Chitwan is all about. READ MORE DETAILS
Mayadevi Temple located at Lumbini

Lumbini - Buddha Garden

LUMBINI, Birthplace of Buddha & UNESCO World Heritage site of Nepal is huge religious significance and attracts Buddhist pilgrims. The temples dating from second century BC to 9th century AD, Lumbini is a must visit for the religious, to explore the many temples while soak up peaceful atmosphere. READ MORE DETAILS

MAJOR SEASONS:
SPRING: MARCH, APRIL & MAY - The Rhododendron is in bloom. The days are usually nice and warm, The nights get hot when approaching summer. The sky tends to get hazy in the lower area.
SUMMER: JUNE, JULY & AUGUST - The monsoon sets in with its hot weather and rainy days. Trekking is limited due to heavy rainfalls
AUTUMN: SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER & NOVEMBER - The sky clears up again offering stunning mountain views and warm days
WINTER: DECEMBER, JANUARY & FEBRUARY - The days are cold and nights are freezing. Trekking is high areas can be limited due to snowfall.

TREKKERS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (TIMS CARD):
Tourist of all nationalities including indians, who are interested to visit general trekking areas of Nepal are required to receive TIMS Card through one of the following offices. KATHMANDU OR POKHARA OFFICE - Nepal Tourism Office (NTB), Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) OR GOVT REGISTERED TREKKING COMPANIES.

UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE:
There are 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nepal. Two are in cultural category and two are in natural category. World Cultural Heritage Site of Nepal are Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha and seven monuments of Kathmandu valley within a radius of 20 km together counted as one Heritage Site. The World Natural Heritage Sites are Chitwan & Sagarmath National Park.

Nepal has ten world heritage site in Kathmandu

Kathmandu valley World Heritage Site comprises of three historical places - Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur Durbar Square, two Hindu temples - Pashupatinath & Changunarayan. Similarly, two mix Hindu and Buddhist culture heritage site are Swyambhunath & Boudhanath Stupas. Nepal offers incomparable scope to connoisseurs of art and culture to see and study different aspects of fine arts in its paintings, sculpture, wood carving and architecture. | World Heritage Site Nepal

NEPAL UNIQUE TREASURES:
Mt. Everest: Highest Peak on Earth.
Kumari: The Living Goddess.
Lumbini: Birthplace of Lord Buddha.

MAJOR EVENTS & FESTIVALS:
DASHAIN: This is the main festival observed maily by the Hindus to commemorate wars in which truth is victorious. It is a 10 days festival, which starts from the new moon in September or October.
Tihar (Deepawali: This is a festival of lights organized to worships Laxmi, the Goddess of Wealth. Faithful animals like cows, dogs, oxen are worshipped on the first 4 days.
Teej - This is a festival of women generally falls in September. Women observe this festival with a view to ensure a long and healthy life for their husband. Sing and dance with red costume, often making up song to articulte the problems they face at home.

WHAT TO DO IN NEPAL:

Trekking in Nepal

TREKKING: Nepal is the ultimate destination for the trekking offering a myriad of possibilities from the short and easy to the demanding challenges of the snowy peaks. Trekking in Nepal is as much a cultural experience as a Himalayan adventure. In the shadows and foothills of the icy pinnacles of the Himalayas, one passess picturesque charming villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups. Treks vary from expeditions, high altitude treks to simple easy paced walks. | TREKKING IN NEPAL

MOUNTAINEERING: With eight of the highest peaks in the world, including Mt. EVERESt, it is hardly surprising that Nepal has been the stage for some of the most outstanding achievements in the world of mountaineering. The dauntless icy peaks have since decades challenged the bodies and spirits of the daring ones. All inquiries and arrangements for expeditions have to be made well in advance at the Ministery of Tourism & Civil Aviation (Mountaineering Section) Kathmandu. CLIMBING & EXPEDITION

SIGHTSEEING: You can plan sightseeing for any duration matching the time you have during your Nepal Holidays. You can spend up to 3 to many more days in different places in Nepal. NEPAL TOUR PACKAGE

RIVER RAFTING: A river rafting trip is one of the best ways to explore the typical cross section of the country's natural as well as the ethno cultural heritage with massive doses of adrenaline buzz on our world class white water thrills. An extreme sport popular in Europe & Asia countries. RAFTING IN NEPAL

VILLAGE TOURS | HOMESTAY: Village Tours allow visitors to experience a stay in a typical Nepali village. This gives visitors an opportunity to observe the rich Nepal culture tradition from the closest quarter and intermingle with the locals. Village tours are conducted in Sirubari Village, Ghalegaun, Amaltari Tharu Village Chitwan, Chitlang Village, as well as Kathmandu, Pokhara, Nagarkot and more other places in Nepal.

JUNGLE SAFARI: Nepal is very famous around the world for its adventure Jungle Safari. Approx 8 National Parks and various Wildlife Reserve are opened for tourist to experience Nepal flora & Fauna. Chitwan & Bardia National Parks are the main & famous name for Jungle Safari activities. JUNGLE SAFARI IN NEPAL

HIKING: Nepal has several hills and hillocks all over the countrys for day hikes offering different tastes of nature. Some hiking sports are famous in Nepal are Nagarkot, Dhulikhel, Namo Buddha, Chisapani, Kakani, Shivapuri, Panauti, Phulchowki Danda, Champawati as well as Pokhara Peace Stupa, Sarangkot, Dhampus, Australian Camp, Nau Danda and many more. SHORT HIKING IN NEPAL

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SPORTS IN NEPAL:
Outdoor Sports

ULTRA LIGHT FLIGHT: Ultralight Flight takes off from Pokhara airport and offers spectacular views of the lakes, mountains and villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective. ULTRALIGHT FLIGHT

MOUNTAIN FLIGHT TO EVEREST: The mountain flight gives the best opportunity to get the closed and the best view fo major peaks including Mount EVEREST. The flight are operated every morning from Kathmandu airport. EVEREST MOUNTAIN FLIGHT

MOUNTAIN BIKING: Nepal offers some of the finest bike trails. There are virtually throusands of tracks out there. Some people have even stated calling Nepal a Macca for Mountain biking. MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR

BUNGY OR SWING - The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can be experienced in Nepal at one of the best site in the world. Nepal has two bungy jumping site now. The first one is Bhote Kosi Bridge which is closed to Nepal & China border and another one is Pokhara. BUNGY JUMP IN NEPAL

PARAGLIDING: Paragliding in Nepal gives the opportunity to experience an aerial view of the Hiamalayas. Kathmandu and Pokhara offer a such adventure activities everyday. PARAGLIDING IN NEPAL

ZIPLINE FLYER: Zip Flyer is another adventure sports in Nepal which is opeting now in Pokhara and Kathmandu. You can see breath-taking views of the Himalayan of mountains range. whereas you sip occasional and look forward to your flip we tend to assure your wait are going to be exciting. ZIPLINE FLYER NEPAL

HOT AIR BALLOON - Probably, 1st time in Pokhara Hot Air Ballooing lunched for the Adv. sports activities. Hot air balloon is lighter craft that is incredibly wing the open sky and see the bird eyes views of the town of the lake and plenty of breath taking mountains. HOT AIR BALLOON IN NEPAL

FAMOUS PILGRIMAGE SITE:
PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE (KATHMANDU: Pashupatinath Temple is revered as one of the most important & secret holy pilgrimages sites for Hindu devotees all around the world. The temple lies in Kathmandu. According to the Hindu religion, Pashupatinath is considered as the protector of the universe and the patron deity of Nepali people. PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

MUKTINATH TEMPLE (LOWER MUSTANG): Muktinath shrine is a highly sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists in Nepal. This pilgrimage temple is located at the Mustang district in the height of 3,710 meters above sea level. The temple is considered to be one of the eight sacred places known as Svayam Vyakta Ksetras as well as one of the 108 Divya Dersan, or holy places of worship of Lord Vishnu. it is also one of the famous 51 Shakti Pitha goddess sites. MUKTINATH DARSHAN

Pilgrimage Tour

JANAKPURDHAM (JANKPUR): Janakpu's main attraction, the Janaki temple, a temple dedicated to Mother Sita, is located at the centre of Janakpur. The temple is also known as the Naulakh temple or Nine Hundred Thousands temple as nine hundred thousand rupees was spent in the construction of the temple. The temple sanctum houses idol of Lord Ram and Mother Sita as well as other related deities. Major festivals are hosted at the temple on Ramnawami, Vivah Panchami, Chhat, Holi and other festivals. JANAKPURDHAM

BUDHANILKANTHA TEMPLE (KATHMANDU: Budhanilkantha, situated at the foot of the Shivpuri Hills in the northern-most part of the Kathmandu Valley, is about 10 km from the city. The shrine with probably the largest stone statue of Lord Vishnu in Nepal is reclining on a bed of Nagas or serpents in the middle of a small pond. The 5-m long granite image carved out of a single rock dates back to the Lichchhavi period. BUDHANILKANTHA TEMPLE

MAYA DEVI TEMPLE (LUMBINI: MAYA DEVI TEMPLE, is the most important temple among the ancient heritages. The temple houses ancient idol of Mayadevi. MAYA DEVI TEMPLE, located in the Rupandehi district of Lumbini Zone is considered as a highly sacred site. Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the messenger of peace , is one of the holiest places on the earth where Lord Buddha's mother, Shakya Queen Mayavati, gave birth to prince Gautam inside the beautiful Lumbini garden in 623 BC. LUMBINI GARDEN

MANAKAMANA TEMPLE (GORKHA: Manakamana temple lies 12 km south of historic town Gorkha and located on a prominent ridge (1302m) overlooking the river valleys of Trisuli (south) and Marshyandi (west). People believe Manakamana Devi fulfills the wishes of her devotees, thus called the wish fulfilling deity. MARNAKAMANA DARSHAN

HALESI MAHADEV TEMPLE - Halesi Mahadev, is a sacred temple for both Hindu and Buddhist. It is believed that inside the temple, the Halesi cave has been used as a dwelling for 6000 yrs. Lord Shiva hide there when hiding from the demon Bhasmasur. The location of the cave is between the holy rivers of Dudh Kosi and Sun Kosi River. Ram Nawami and Ganesh Chaturthi fairs and festivals are held in this region. HALESI MAHADEV DARSHAN

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