Trekking in Nepal

This long thin Hindu kingdom remains one of the most popular destinations for all travellers and, although it has modernised and inevitably is no longer the same as it was, it never fails to delight all who visit. Most visitors agree that it is the people of Nepal which make it so special. Generous, proud, poor and yet so eager to please, it is no wonder that the country attracts so many visitors. Do not think it is exclusively a trekking destination - far from it.

A Nepal holiday is also perfect for families with children of all ages. There are short easy treks to be had when little children will simply be carried by porters and all of them will love camping and the seemingly inexhaustible supply of delicious food. Then there is river rafting which is very gentle and yet gives everyone a buzz of excitement. Finally there is the Chitwan national park where you can ride out on elephants through the tall grasslands looking for the one horned Indian rhinoceros and, if you are lucky, the elusive tiger.

For the serious traveller Mustang remains the ultimate goal of trekking in Nepal. Moreover, a variety of other exciting sports, including heli-skiing and climbing, can be arranged.

No Nepal holiday would be complete without visiting the three towns of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhakatpur which sit in the Kathmandu valley and whose intricate architecture reflects their origins in the Hindu religion. Bustling streets, endless stalls, markets, cows and people form an intoxicating kaleidoscope of noise and colour. Take an early morning flight along the Himalayas where, on a clear day, you will see Everest or spend two or three days river rafting on one of the valleys many rivers.







Start by exploring Kathmandu, then either drive or fly to Pokhara for four days easy trekking before three days river rafting down to the national park. Spend three days in the jungle riding elephants, bird watching, swimming or simply relaxing by a pool.