Adventure Activities In Nepal

Nepal is a country of natural beauty and cultural heritage sites. Although climbing Everest is what most people think of when they hear about Nepal, you don't have to be a serious mountaineer to enjoy trekking in Nepal. It is a country that offers much more than climbing Everest. Nepal is rich in the travel activities it offers. It's no wonder that with everything from trekking through the great mountains of Nepal to wildlife safaris, Nepal is definitely a destination that attracts adventure seekers. Here is the list of top adventure activities in Nepal that you can do.

1. Trekking in Nepal

Trekking is the most popular adventure activity in Nepal and the main reason why many people visit Nepal. Although Nepal is known as the home of the highest mountain in the world. Nepal has such a diverse landscape that there are great travel opportunities for all types of travelers. The excitement of traveling in Nepal is only a small part of it. Trekking is one of the best ways to explore the countryside of Nepal. Trekking in Nepal is also about exploring the flora and fauna of remote Nepal. Some famous places for trekking in Nepal are Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, Langtang Valley, Chisapani, Ghandruk, Dhampus Village, Ghorepani, etc. The best time to visit Nepal for trekking is the autumn season (September-November), the spring season (March-May), and the winter season (December-February). Autumn is the peak season.

2. Bungee Jumping in Kushma and Bhotekoshi River

Bungee Jumping in Nepal is one of the most popular and adventurous activities among the youth and adults. It is an exciting experience that you will absolutely love free fall. There are a few places where you can try bungee jumping in Nepal. One is in Kusma, Bhotekoshi River and the other is in Pokhara. Kusma is the second-highest bungee jumping spot in the world. The height of Kusma Bungee is 228 meters, Bhotekoshi Bungee is 160 meters and Pokhara Bungee is 70 meters. The Bhotekoshi River is known to be one of the most dangerous and flowing rivers in Nepal.

3. Ultralight Flight in Pokhara

Pokhara is the only place where you can take an ultralight flight in Nepal. You can book different flights and durations to decide what to see around Pokhara. The 15-minute flight flies over the cities of Pokhara, Sarangkot, and Fewa Lake, and also offers panoramic views of nearby Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks. A 30-minute walk takes you to Lamachaur in the northern part of the Pokhara Valley and also offers views of Sarangkot and Naudanda Hill. The 60-minute flight offers panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountains, Machhapuchhre Mountains, and Dhaulagiri Mountains. The 90-minute flight is exhilarating as you fly deep into the Annapurna region and come close to Mount Manasalu and Mount Dhaulagiri.

4. Skydiving from Everest Region

Skydiving is one of the newest sports compared to other travel activities in Nepal. There are two skydiving sites in Nepal one in Pokhara and the other in Everest. The base of Everest is Gorak Shep or Kala Pathar. Jumping out of a plane to spend several minutes returning to earth, before finally opening your parachute to slowly return to the ground is not something anyone dares to do. This is truly one of the most unique things to do in Nepal. Everest Skydive allows passengers to jump from an airplane from a height of 29,500 feet. Skydiving in front of Mount Everest gives you spectacular views of Everest and other high mountains, as well as the Khumbu Glacier and Gokyo Lakes.

5. Paragliding in Pokhara

Paragliding in Pokhara offers a great way to get panoramic views of the Himalayas. Paragliding departs from Sarangkot and you can enjoy the short and long duration of the flight. Paragliding can be done in the Pokhara and Kathmandu valleys. In Pokhara, the escape is from Sarangkot Hill at 1592 meters. Just 20 minutes by jeep from Pokhara, you can fly over Pokhara on a paraglider with amazing views of Lake Fewa, Mount Annapurna, Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Machhapuchhre, and Mount Manaslu.

6. Canyoning in Bhotekoshi

Nepal offers some exciting tours including trekking, bungee, paragliding, etc. But one of the most challenging sports is the one that hasn't been mentioned yet, namely canyoning. Canyoning is the best way to enjoy an adrenaline-filled adventure and you can do it in Bhotekoshi. The idea of ​​jumping from a height and going down a waterfall is something that everyone can enjoy.

7. Zip Flyer at Pokhara & Dhulikhel

Apart from bungee jumping and swinging, Nepal also offers Zip Flyers, another exciting activity you can enjoy in Pokhara, Nepal. Enjoy the highest, fastest, and longest zipline in the world, with a height of 56 degrees and a length of 1,800 meters. If you are in Kathmandu and want to enjoy ziplining, you can go to the nearest place which is Dhulikhel.

8. White Water Rafting at Bhotekoshi

It is a country of fast-flowing rivers, which makes Nepal one of the highest white water destinations in the world. Due to the flow of water from the Himalayas to the plains, the rivers of Nepal provide ideal conditions for white water rafting. Popular white water rafting destinations in Nepal are the Trishuli River, Seti River, Bhotekoshi River, Kali Gandaki River, Marsyangdi River, Sunkoshi River, Arun River, Tamor River, and Karnali River. All these rivers originate from the Himalayas and offer rafting attractions and different classes of rapids. The ups and downs along these rivers are spectacular, offering adventure seekers an exciting river cruise. The Karnali River is considered to be difficult, while Tamor, Sunkoshi, and Bhotekoshi are considered to be the most difficult. Trishuli and Seti are considered the easiest rivers and perfect for rafting beginners.

In Conclusion

There are many adventure activities to do in Nepal besides those listed above. It is a major attraction for tourists who come from all over the world to discover its wonders.

Location: Kanti Path, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

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