The Heart of Nepal
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Encompassing outdoor activities, wildlife watching, Nepalese culture and the traditional architecture, temples and arts of the Kathmandu Valley, this trip combines a little of all the aspects that makes Nepal so popular. Our trek takes us through valleys, canyons, forests full of birdlife and to ridges for stunning views of the mountains. At Chitwan we are sure to see rhinos and other wildlife as we take an elephant-back safari. If the gods are with us we may even see that most magical of creatures - the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Trip highlights
- Exploring facinating Kathmandu.
- Visiting the timeless city of Bhaktipur.
- Hiking through the Anapurnas.
- Rafting along the Trisuli River.
- Searching for tigers in Chitwan National Park.
Itinerary
- Day 1:
Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
- Day 2:
Guided tour of Kathmandu and Patan City. (B)
- Day 3:
Travel to Pokhara and start the trek after lunch from Dhampus Phedi to Dhampus (1787m). (FB)
- Day 4:
Trek to Landrung (1646m). (FB)
- Day 5:
Trek to Ghandrung (1951m). (FB)
- Day 6:
Trek to Chandrakot (1563m). (FB)
- Day 7:
Trek ends at Khare. Drive back to Pokhara after lunch. (BL)
- Day 8:
Drive to Charaudi on the Trisuli River for a day of rafting as far as Kuringhat. (FB)
- Day 9:
Raft in the morning then drive to Chitwan National Park. (FB)
- Day 10:
Wildlife viewing in Chitwan. (FB)
- Day 11:
Wildlife viewing in Chitwan. (FB)
- Day 12:
Morning game viewing, then drive back to Kathmandu. (B)
- Day 13:
Half day guided tour of Bhaktapur. (B)
- Day 14:
Transfer to airport. (B)
Price
From £1765 per person, not including flights.
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Duration and details
14 days
Is it for you?
This is a moderately challenging trip. The trek is aimed at people who are reasonably fit. You need only carry a small backpack with your requirements for the day as there will be porters to carry your larger bags during the trek.
Best times to go
October/November are the most popular trekking months, though this trip is also ideal between February and May. It is mostly very pleasant during the day (around 20°C), dropping to as low as 0°C at night.
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Included
Guide, ground transport, transfers, porters, entrance fees and all excursions as shown, camping equipment except sleeping bag, fully-supported rafting trek.
Not included
sleeping bag
Getting there
International flights return from London to Kathmandu start from £650 per person, although flights in october and November can be much more expensive.
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