Nepal Grows Chinese Tourism Market

Nepal held a tourism promotion event in China this week with the goal of growing its market of Chinese visitors.

Approximately 80 Nepalese hotels went to Beijing to promote the tourism business in China. In 2014, more than 120,000 Chinese traveled to Nepal, which accounts for about 15.7 percent of inbound tourism in the country, but tourism officials would like to see that number grow.

The number of Chinese tourists in Nepal has been steadily increasing in the past few years, but compared to other destinations, Nepal sees relatively few Chinese tourists, Amar Man Shakya, the 1st vice president of the Hotel Association of Nepal, said.

As a result, there is huge room for attracting more Chinese tourists, he added.

The country is also promoting its safety after the 2015 8.1 magnitude earthquake that took a toll on Nepal’s tourism industry.

In order to encourage tourism, Nepal also announced a gratis tourist visa, allowing Chinese tourists to avoid visa fees when traveling to the country.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek 2020

Ghorepani Poon Hill is the ideal trek for those who want to explore the Nepal Mountains, ethnic villages, mountain festivals and culture and scenic beautiful panorama of nature. Poon Hill situated at the altitude of 3210m high from sea level is the best place for viewing the sunrise over the majestic Himalayan Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. This trek is best for family with children, honeymoon couples, student groups, friends, company staffs, old age people and youths. This trek can be done throughout the year but the best season for hiking to Poon Hill is Autumn (September, October and November) and Spring season (March, April and May).

2 Night 3 Days Trekking Ghorepani poonhill trek same way return
Day 1 : Drive to Nayapool and Trek to Ulleri 
Day 2 : Trek to Ghorepani 
Day 3 : Early morning Hike up to Poon hill and back to Hotel after B/ F trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.

2 Night 3 Days Trekking Ghorepani poonhill trek Make a  Ghandruk circuit
Day 1:   Drive to Nayapool and Trek to Ghandruck 
Day 2:   Trek to Ghorepani 
Day 3:   Early morning Hike up to Poon hill and back to Hotel after B/ F trek to Nayapool and drive to Pokhara 
 

3 Night 4 Days Ghorepani Poonhill  Trekking
Day 1 : Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Ghandruk 
Day 2 : Trek to Ghorepani 
Day 3 : Early morning Hike up to Poon hill and back to Hotel after B/ F trek to Ghandruk 
Day 4 : Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

5 days poon hill trek
01 Day: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel.
02 Day: Drive to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
03 Day: Trek to Ghorepani (2,835m)
04 Day: Excursion to Poon Hill (3,200m) and trek back to Tikhedhunga and drive back to Kathmandu.
05 Day: Transfer to international airport and departure for selected destination.

7 days poon hill trek

01 Day: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel
02 Day: Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,60m) by tourist bus and overnight at hotel
03 Day: Drive to Nayapul and commence trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
04 Day: Trek to Ghorepani (2,835m)
05 Day: Excursion to Poon Hill (3,200m) and trek to ghandruk.
06 Day: Trek to new bridge and Drive back to Kathmandu.
7 Day: Transfer to international airport and departure for selected destination

10 days poon hill trek

01 Day: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel
02 Day: Kathmandu free day for necessary trek preparation
03 Day: Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,60m) by tourist bus and overnight at hotel
04 Day: Drive to Nayapul and commence trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
05 Day: Trek to Ghorepani (2,835m)
06 Day: Excursion to Poon Hill (3,200m) and trek to Tadapani (2,590m)
07 Day: Trek to Landruk (1,650m)
08 Day: Trek to Phedi (1,130m) and drive back to Pokhara
09 Day: Drive back to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner
10 Day: Transfer to international airport and departure for selected destination

Monsoon Season Trekking in Nepal

Monsoon/Summer season is considered as off-season for trekking in Nepal. However, trekking and hiking is even possible during the monsoon months of June, July and August. Nepal offers a wide range of trekking options. Due to the geographical diversity, trekking in Nepal can be differentiated according to the altitude and trekking time.

If you are planning for trekking in Nepal and have no time for other season, then you can still do trekking to rain-shadow areas of Nepal where there is less possibility of rainfall. Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpo are two trekking areas best for trekking and hiking during the monsoon months.

Upper Mustang

The desert land, Upper Mustang is the most adventure trekking due to windswept landscapes, colorful barren hills and the caves carved in vertical cliffs. Tiji festival is the unique cultural activity in Mustang.

Upper Dolpo

Crystal mountain, snow leopards, sacred monasteries and the isolated area, upper dolpo trek is the lifetime experience.

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Mountain Biking Holidays in Nepal

11 Days Nepal Trekking Tour

Enjoy the multi-day trekking tour visiting the vibrant kathmandu city,  Poon Hill Himalayan trekking trail and Chitwan National Park with the great blend of culture, Himalayas and nature. On this 11 days Nepal Trekking Tour package, you will be exploring the kathmandu cultural and heritage sites, hike through the river banks, mountain village, jungles and valley and sub-tropical jungle of terai.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu Cultural and heritage sites sightseeing including Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath temples.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara, overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: Trek to Tikhedunga via Nayapul. Overnight stay at Guest house.
Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani through Ulleri. Overnight stay at Guest house.
Day 06: Hike to Poonhill, witness sunrise view over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, trek to Ghandruk. Overnight stay at Guest house.
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and drive back to pokhara. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 08: Drive to Chitwan National Park, Tharu Village walk, sunset view over the National park from bank of Rapti River. Overnight stay at Resort.
Day 09: Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park (Canoe ride, elephant safari, bird watching). Evening Tharu Cultural dance. Overnight stay at Resort.
Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 11: After breakfast, transferred to airport for final departure.

What's included

Airport/hotel/pick up and drop-off
10 nights accommodation
Local guide
Annapurna conservation area permits fee and tims card for trekking
Jungle safari activities in chitwan national park
All our government taxes, vat and service charges
Meals as per itinerary (b=breakfast, l=lunch, d=dinner)

What isn't included

Entrance fee in all monuments during tour
Emergency rescue and evacuation cost or any types of travel insurance
Nepal entry visa fee which can be issued on your arrival at tribhuwan international airport
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (recommended)

Romanian trekker found dead near Ghandruk

Adina Monica Popescu in Annapurna Conservation Area

A Romanian national, Adina Monica Popescu, who had gone missing while trekking at the Annapurna Conservation Area, has been found dead in Shine of Ghandruk VDC-1 in Kaski district, on Sunday evening.

Body of Popescu Adina Monica (26) was discovered on the bank of Shivay River around 6 pm, informed DSP Gaju Sidhhi Bajracharya of the Kaski District Police Office.

The police had launched a search operation after Popescu went missing more than a week ago.

She was found dead at confluence of So Ooi and Modi rivers on Sunday night, Annapurna Conservation Area Project's Area Conservation Office-Dhandruk Chief, Bidur Bikram Kuinkel said. According to the police, her dead body was found 500 meters downstream from the river. She was swept away by a monsoon-swollen river as she was trying to cross in the western district of kaski at an altitude of nearly 2,000m.

She was last seen heading towards Syaauli Bazaar from Chumrung on July 16. The police have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of the tourist.

Her Body has been taken to the tourist town of pokhara for a post mortem, said Bajracharya.

Her missing status was informed to the authorities a week later by her family who lives in Bucharest, the capital of Romania.

As per the reports, she was trekking alone in the circuit without trekking guide.

Monica was arrived in Nepal on July 11, had entered the Annapurna region alone after buying trekking permit from Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) on july 12. She was missing since july 16. She had the flight back to Romania via Doha on 18th of July but the Flight company confirmed that she didn't went on that flight.

Annapurna region trek is popular for trekking and hiking with around 80,000 trekkers visiting every year. After the blizzard across the Annapurna Circuit in October 2014 and massive earthquake in April 2015, Nepal Tourism industry has suffered much. But in these days, the tourism is back and trekking agencies hopes for the Autumn season 2016.

Annapurna Circuit is the world's most popular trekking trail and is safe to trek after the devastating Earthquake in April and May 2015.

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Top 5 Treks in Nepal Himalaya

Nepal has the most beautiful and rewarding treks in the Himalayas. Nepal is famous for adventure walking holidays that offers the world's best trekking trails. Well recognized by world tourism and recommended by Lonely Planet, Trip Advisor, Forbes magazine and many other travel magazines and sites, Nepal has gained global popularity of trekking to Himalayas.

But you will be wondering which region or area and which treks are the best to hike. If you have like this kind of questions, here we are tying to make you easy finding the best trekking trails in Nepal. The best treks list has been listed out on the basis of trekking difficulty, number of walking days, trekking budget, altitude and popularity.

Find out the best trekking trail that you are looking for:

Everest Base Camp

This is the most popular trekking trail in Nepal frequently demanded by trekkers. Everest Base Camp Trek can be done all the time in a year but during September to November and March to May are the best months for hiking to foothills of Mount Everest.

Annapurna Circuit

Most of the trekkers who are trekking to Himalayas prefer for Annapurna Circuit after the Everest Base Camp. Reaching a height of 5300m, circumnavigating the incredible mountains and glaciers of the Annapurna Conservation Area, Around Annapurna trek is the world's most famous hiking trail for exploring the rich cultural and natural diversity of Nepal Himalayas. The trek offer the excellent views of Mount Annapurna along with Mt. Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang.

Manaslu Circuit

Hiking around the world's 8th highest mountain peak Mt. Manaslu, this is the wilderness trekking trails reaching the highest place at Larkya La Pass which offer the best views of mountains, cultural heritage, buddhist monasteries and beautiful panorama of Himalayan region. This is the restricted region trek which requires a special permit, trekkers guide and trekking agency.

Kanchenjunga Trek

Kanchenjunga trek is the 20 days long trekking trail providing you the opportunity to explore the world's 3rd highest mountain, Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m), rural and pristine virgin nature and ethnic Himalayan villages. It is the remote trekking trail or off the beaten track trail which does not have guest houses and lodges means you should stay in tent/camp.

Annapurna Base Camp

Beginning from Pokhara, this trek takes you to the foothills of Mt. Annapurna through the beautiful landscapes, villages, banks of river, jungle and picturesque valleys. This trek is the perfect blend of mountain natural and cultural diversity.

Festivals in Nepal in August 2016

Nepal is the land of Himalayas, about 80-85% of the total tourist visiting Nepal go for trekking but do you know Nepal is not only famous for mountains but also for the culture, tradition and festivals. In Nepal, every day is like the festival as Nepal is the Multi-ethnic, Multi-lingual, Multi-cultural country so every day has it's own significance in culture of Nepal.

Here is the list of festivals that are celebrated in August in Nepal.

Naag Panchami - 7th August

Janai Purnima - 18th August

Gai Jatra - 19th August

Krishna Asthami - 25th August

Yoga Tour and Trekking in Nepal Himalayas

Nepal is not only the destination for trekking, mountaineering, peak climbing, rafting, paragliding and tours but it has also gained popularity in Yoga and Meditations trekking tour. There are many travel and trekking agencies in Kathmandu and Pokhara which operate Yoga trips in the Nepal Himalaya.

Nepal has been recognized as the best destinations for variety of holiday activities in the world and among them yoga tour and trekking in Himalayas is one which offers you with the yoga and meditation practises. Yoga and meditation has been popular after the trekking holidays to make your mind peace and stretching your tired body.

Some Nepal's Popular Yoga Tour and Trekking Packages
Jomsom Muktinath Yoga Trek
Poon Hill Yoga Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Yoga Trek
Annapurna Circuit Yoga Trek
Panchase Yoga Trek
Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek
Helambu Yoga Trek
Langtang Yoga Trek
Sunrise Yoga Tour
One Day Yoga Tour

A romanian tourist missing from Annapurna Trekking Region

A romanian tourist, Popescu Adina Monica, 26 years old is missing in Annapurna Trekking Region. She had the flight back to Romania via Doha on 18th of July but the Flight company confirmed that she didn't went on that flight.

Why Trekking in Nepal Himalayas

Nepal has some of the top trekking in the world. Trekking in Nepal is the most popular adventure walking holidays to the Himalayas. Whether you trek around the Kathmandu valley or reach the footsteps of Mount Everest, your journey become awesome and lifetime memorable. Most of the trekking trails in Nepal are only reachable on foot, so trekking in Nepal is the only the way to explore the snow-capped mountain views, beautiful sunrise and sunset, traditional culture of different ethnic groups, beautiful landscapes and the wildlife.

Trekking in Nepal, best way to explore the Himalayas

Nepal has been popular as one of the best trekking destination in the world and the people from all over the world visit Nepal Himalayas for trekking holidays. Trekking in Nepal is the popular activity in Nepal walking to Himalayas for 6-7 through the rugged Himalayan trail, wild jungles, valley, colorful ethnic villages, banks of rivers and paddy fields. Through the trekking, explore the beauty of the Himalayas once in your lifetime, create a adventure journey of lifetime!

Nepal the beautiful landlocked Himalayan country is itself a heaven for trekkers as being home to the eight of the top 14 highest mountain peaks in the world, including Mount Everest. There are many beautiful landscapes in Nepal that are still virgin. Most of the places are only reachable on foot.

There is a huge variety of trekking options, where to go and how to do trekking. The major cities, Kathmandu and Pokhara are the trekking hub and trekking agencies can organise the trekking packages on your demand with the guides and porters.

Annapurna Region, Everest Region, Langtang Region and Manaslu Region are some popular trekking areas that tourist visit mostly. Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek, langtang Valley trek and Ghorepani Poon hill trek are some top trekking trails in Nepal. Every year thousands of hundreds people visit Nepal for trekking. Besides the popular trekking, Nepal also offers numerous off the beaten track trips like Upper Mustang Trek, Kanchenjunga Trek, makalu Trek, Tsum valley Trek, Humla Limi Valley Trek and many more.

Any age group can join trekking in Nepal, either you are a youth, a family with small kids, a couple or old age, Nepal has numerous trekking option for you. Nepal also offers the budget and luxury trekking according to the interest of trekkers.

Naag Panchami Festival 2077/2020

Nag panchami is the festival of snakes celebrated in Nepal and India by Hindus. This festival falls on the Monsoon season when the snakes are active.

The festival has a long ancient history where snakes are worshiped not to harm human beings.

Remote Area Trekking in Nepal

For those wishing to trek on the off the beaten track, the wilderness trek or restricted trekking trails, the remote Himalayan villages of Nepal offer you special trekking experiences other than the regular Everest, Annapurna, Langtang region treks. There are many trekking areas that need a special permit to do. These trekking trails are less crowded and less travelled by the tourist which are culturally intact, naturally enchanting and adventurously demanding. You must travel with a liaison officer and pay for a special permit. There should be minimum two tourist in a group along with staff. Trekking independently is restricted in the area, means you need to trek through a Trekking Agency with a guide.

Some Popular Off the beaten tracks in Nepal are:

Upper Mustang Trek
Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek
Lower Dolpo Trek
Upper Dolpo and Shey Gompa Trek
Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek
Makalu Base Camp Trek
Tsum Valley Trek

Namche Bazaar Hiking and Trekking

2018 Will Officially Be Visit Nepal Year

The government of Nepal has officially announced 2018 as the "Visit Nepal Year" with a target to welcome a million tourist to the nation. Since 2014, the tourism of Nepal has hit badly by Annapurna Blizzard 2014, Everest Avalanche on 2015, Earthquake in April 2015 and Economical blockade by India/border disruptions. Now the tourism is back and needs some year to back in its original state. Nepal needs tourist to rebuild the nation and re-construction. During the year 2016/17, the government will launch different promotional programs prior to the Visit Nepal Year 2018.Visit Nepal Year 2018 follows the tourism year in 1998 and 2011 with the target of bringing one million tourists in the nation.

Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has conducted consumer publicity programmes through the popular global media outlets like CNN International and BBC World to attract the targeted tourist to Nepal. The program will be beneficiary on targeting the tourist in Autumn, which is the peak tourist season of Nepal.

NepalNow - a promotional video story told by a visitor to Nepal

Tourist arrivals dropped more than 30% after the massive earthquake on April and May 2015. Thereafter Nepal also faced the unofficial economic blockade by India which caused a miserable condition of the Nepalese lifesyle and even the tourism was affected. But Now is the time to visit Nepal as the nation is strugging to boost tourism and the rebuilding and re-construction is possible through tourism. Now at this time, there is monsoon season and there is a big hope of active tourism by Autumn season 2016. Nepal Tourism Board and Nepal Government has announced 2073 as the "Ghumphir Barsa" and 2018 as the "Visit Nepal Year" so your visit to Nepal make a difference the current situation of tourism.



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Annapurna Circuit Trek

The world famous and classic trekking route, Annapurna Circuit is the most popular fascinating trail in Nepal. About 50% trekkers who travel to Annapurna Region go for Annapurna Circuit Trekking in Nepal. This is an amalgamation of cultural tours and sightseeing, adventure walking holidays and hiking to Himalayas. Perhaps the world's best long trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek draws the attention of the trekkers throughout the world.

Starting just east of the town of Pokhara, annapurna circuit trek trail follows the looping from Besisahar to Nayapul, Ghorepani Poon Hill to the highest point Thorung La pass (5416m). Some world's highest mountain peaks like Annapurna I-IV, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machapuchhre, Gangapurna, Tilicho lake and other peaks above 6,000m are seen at close during the trek. Mountain Biking to this trail, Mustang Trek, Jomsom Muktinath Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a part of other popular treks in Annapurna Circuit.