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Treks from Pokhara

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Treks from Pokhara are both short and long, easy and difficult depending on one’s interests and time availability.

Pokhara is the gateway to Annapurna trekking region as almost all Annapurna treks start and end in Pokhara. Short treks from Pokhara include Poonhill trek, Panchase trek, Dhampus trek, Ghandruk trek, Australian Camp trek, Mohare Danda trek etc.

Short treks around Pokhara combine culture, nature and adventure.

All of these treks are suitable for trekkers of all age groups and physical ability. Families and solo trekkers can also join these treks on the spot without the need to book in advance. The best season approach from Pokhara is either Spring (Mar-May) or Autumn (Sep-Nov) though they can be done all year round. These treks do not take you to extreme altitude thus avoiding the need for acclimatization.

Here is the list of some popular treks from Pokahra.

  1. Poon Hill Trek 3 days 2 nights
  2. Mohare Danda Trek
  3. Khopra Danda Trek
  4. Gurung Hill Trek
  5. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 4 days 3 nights
  6. Dhampus Trek
  7. Australian Camp Trek
  8. Panchase Trek
  9. Ghandruk Trek
  10. Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  11. Mardi Himal Trek 6 days
  12. Mardi Himal Trek 5 days
  13. Mardi Himal Trek 4 days

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Similarly, here is the link for the combine tour and that include short trek in Pokhara as well:

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Day treks from Kathmandu

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Kathmandu is encircled by many prominent hills such as Nagarkot, Nagarjun, Champadevi, Chandragiri, Lakuribhanjyang, Shivapuri, Dhulikhel, Pharping etc. These hills are accessibly by both roads and short trekking routes making it easily reachable.

Normally trekking from Kathmandu takes about 3-7 hrs depending upon your choice and time. Day treks from Kathmandu allow you to experience village lifestyle, ethnic culture and spectacular Himalayan peaks. It also provides a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu to enjoy a peaceful and quite time in natural seeting.

Day treks from Kathmandu are also a good warm up if you wish to go for longer treks later. These short treks are suitable even for first time trekkers.

Here is a list of popular day treks from Kathmandu:

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Day hikes from Kathmandu

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Day hikes from Kathmandu offer you a chance to get out of the noises and buzz of Kathmandu city and spend a day in the solitude and beauty of nature.

Day hikes around Kathmandu starts with a trip in nearby surrounding hills and ends with a return to Kathmandu. 1 day hikes from Kathmandu are easy and are well below 3000m altitude, suitable for all age group of hikers. You will follow the village trail that is used by locals among the woods and villages.

This one day hike offers you beautiful green hills, rivers, wildlife and forests, clear blue skies and a spectacular view of Himalayan range. Some of the Himalayan peaks you will see along Valley include Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and even Mt. Everest. Another notable feature of best hikes from Kathmandu is the unique Nepali culture, village lifestyle and ethnic diversity.

We, best tour Nepal offering following day hikes from Kathmandu. similarly, we also offer the combine tour with a day hike in Kathamandu.

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Fitness Training for treks

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Fitness training for treks is a set of exercise intended for those who are planning for trekking in Nepal Himalaya to allow for a physical strength and mental soundness.

Fitness preparation for treks has to be started at least a month prior to the actual trek. This exercise routine can be easily practiced at home or wherever you are and can be done on your own. How fit you must be for trekking? Well the answer to this depends on the type of trekking you choose: Easy, Moderate or Difficult treks. Easy trek obviously requires comparatively less exercise than a Moderate trek. The rigor and the discipline of training exercise increases with more difficult trek.

To get an idea of the fitness level required for treks, please refer to table below:

Types of Treks Duration/Altitude Trail Features Training Exercise (At least a month before the  trek)
East Treks   2-7 days/2500m Hills, villages, terraced fields Skipping, Walking, Burpee, Lateral Side Steps,
Moderate Treks   8-15 days/4500m Hills, cliffs, rivers, forests, lakes Stair climbing, Jogging, Jumping Jack, Plank, Biking  
Difficult Treks   16-25 days/5500m Hills, high passes, cliffs, rivers, forests, glaciers and snows Running, Stair climbing, Swimming, Jumping Jack, Plank, Squat    
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Rafting Day Trip from Kathmandu

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Rafting day trip from Kathmandu is one of the important day trips from Kathmandu which allows you to experience whitewater rafting in Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers.

Trishuli is a mild river so no prior experience is needed to raft on Trisuli. Trisuli  flows down from Gosainkunda Lake in Langtang. Bhotekoshi is graded higher and wilder than Trisuli so some experience is a must. Bhotekoshi has its origin in Tibet .

Qualified and experienced river guides will coordinate the rafting day trip from Kathmandu.

The program start early in the morning with a drive to put in point of Trishuli and  Bhotekoshi River. Enjoy a full day of rafting and then return to Kathmandu the same day. The package includes lunch and transportation from and return to Kathmandu.

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What to see in Nepal

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What to see in Nepal? Well, this is a very hard question to answer because Nepal has many things to see and experience.

For all its size, Nepal has more than what appeals the eyes of travellers. Travellers are often confused as what to see in Nepal and what to do. But do not panic, Best Tour Nepal is here to help you navigate and choose the one best suits you.

According to interests of tourists, Nepal can be broadly categorized into four different attractions: adventure activities, cultural tours, natural tours and special interest tours. Adventure activities such as trekking, climbing, rafting, canyoning etc demand more physical fitness and time. They are what Nepal is mostly known for.

Cultural tours mainly focuses on sightseeing of important religious and cultural sites including world heritage sites. Nepal has four world heritage sites, namely Kathmandu Valley, Lumbini, Everest National Park and Chitwan National park.

And thirdly there are wildlife tours such as visiting national park, elephant safari, exploring breeding center, bird watching etc. All of these require you to visit national parks and wildlife reserve of which Nepal has over 20.

Lastly for those who would like to focus on specific interest such as cave exploration, dolphins or bees. These tours are highly specialized tours led by guides who are expert on this matter.

Below we present you a list of  very popular destinations in Nepal you should not miss.

  1. World Heritage sites and Museum
  2. Mt. Everest
  3. Annapurna Basecamp
  4. Kathmandu Valley
  5. Pokhara Valley
  6. Annapurna Conservation area
  7. Rara Lake
  8. Narrow , colorful and vibrant street of Kathmandu
  9. Ason vegetable & Spice Market of Kathmandu and Mangal Bazar of Patan
  10. Festival of Nepal
  11. Janaki Mandir
  12. National parks of Nepal
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Hiking in Nepal

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Nepal is known world over as a hiking and trekking destination. Nepal is home to world’s nine highest mountains in the world including world’s highest Mt. Everest and third highest Mt. Kanchenjunga. Its unique geographical diversity of Himalayas, hills, valleys, lakes and forests give it a unique edge and competitive advantage over every other country. Hiking in Nepal guarantees you beautiful Himalayan views, typical village lifestyle and culture and pristine nature.

Nepal is paradise for hiking and trekking. Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, Dolpo and Manaslu are few of the most popular hiking and trekking destinations in the world. In fact trekking and hiking comprise almost 30% of the tourism activity in Nepal. When it comes to hiking, you don’t even have to travel all the way to the mountains. There are plenty of of options even from cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara. These hiking opportunities range from a few hours walk to few days, depending upon your choice. And further hiking opportunities for hiking are available in all parts of Nepal.

Some of the best spots for hiking in Nepal are:

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Chitwan National Park Tour package from Pokhara

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Once you have experienced adventure in Pokhara, you can visit Chitwan National Park for more relaxing time. Chitwan National Park Tour package from Pokhara has many attractions the chief being the journey itself. Chitwan is a UNESCO world heritage site and is home to endangered one horned rhino, Asian elephant, Bengal tiger and over 600 bird species.

How to travel to Chitwan National Park from Pokhara?

Chitwan is the best destination after Pokhara. It is located at the center of Nepal, accessible from all major cities of Nepal. The journey from Pokhara to Chitwan National park can be done overland or by flight. It is best recommended to take a tourist bus at 7.30 from Pokhara and you will reach Chitwan in 6 hrs easily. While for those who want to avoid longer road journey, you can take 25 minutes direct flight from Pokhara to Chitwan.

Chitwan is an affordable destination for all types of tourists. Both cheap and luxury accommodation facilities are available in Chitwan. Normally tourists can spend 3 to 5 days in Chitwan. Hotel rates per night start from US$10 go up to US$300 while one lunch serving will cost from US$1 to US$50.

The jungle safari experience for tourists is not to be missed when in Chitwan National Park. Your Nepal visit will be incomplete until you visit Chitwan.

Eyes on Nepal is offering following tour packages in Chitwan National Park.

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Chitwan National Park Tour Packages

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Chitwan National Park Tour Package offer a great way to experience Chitwan National Park, a world heritage site. There are varieties of jungle activities you can get involved in depending on your budget and time. Jungle Safari tour in Nepal is mostly focused in Chitwan National Park which is home to one horned rhinos and Bengal tigers.

Among Chitwan National Park Tour packages, Chitwan National Park elephant tour is a jungle tour conducted on the back of an elephant. Other popular activities include Chitwan National Park jeep tours and Chitwan National park walking tours. Chitwan National Park activities are not limited within the national park as you can also observe Tharu villages, buffer zone area and sunset views from the bank of Rapti River.

Chitwan National Park tourism is magnet for both nature and culture lovers. Chitwan National Park day tours, 4 days 3 nights Chitwan National Park tour, 3 days 2 nights Chitwan National Park tour, 2 days 1 nights Chitwan National Park tour and Chitwan national park jeep tours are our most selling Chitwan National Park tour packages.

Here are the list of famous Chitwan National Park tour packages Eyes On Nepal offering.

  1. Chitwan National Park Tour 3 days 2 nights
  2. Chitwan Day Tour

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Honeymoon to Nepal

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Honeymoon to Nepal is a special program targeted for honeymoon couples who are looking to spend a quiet time together to enjoy and share solitude, romance and love.

Nepal is not only for adventure travellers, but it also is a popular destination for honeymooners. Nepal for honeymoon couples is about two partners spending precious time with each other and sharing love. There are some great honeymoon spots in Nepal that are located in beautiful natural surroundings. In this program, the couples can also cherish the splendid views of lakes, rivers, hills, Himalayan peaks etc. Ilam, Chandragiri and Kalinchowk are some of the best spots for honeymoon couple which are easily accessible and offer best hotels and lodges for accommodation and services.

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