Diversity in geography, culture, and religion has made Nepal a best Outdoor Vacations destination for those travelers who want to have some thrill in their life. Either you have a long holiday or short, there are plenty of options to choose from. Trek to high altitudes in Himalayan regions on the less explored routes to experience the amazing view of spectacular mountains; if you stay in Nepal for a long time.
Apart from that, Nepal offers outdoor vacations packages like short hikes around the Kathmandu Valley, city tours, jungle safari, and several others that are perfect for those who want to get the taste of Nepal in a short duration.
From the day you land in Kathmandu International airport, your journey becomes so comfortable as you find the Nepalese people are so humble and always ready to help wherever you go. On the other hand, the cost of the daily expenses is so cheap that one can feel that his money will last forever. We have made the list of some of the activities that made Nepal the best outdoor vacations destination.
#Paragliding
Another best outdoor vacations in Nepal is paragliding. Paragliding is an awesome way to view the stunning scenery of Nepal from the sky. The feeling one can get while flying above the mountains, lakes, and forests is fantastic. There are 22 sites for paragliding across Nepal that has qualified pilots who will operate with you, and the most popular one is in Pokhara and Kathmandu.
November and December are the best time for paragliding, but you can fly anytime from November to the end of February. Only comfortable clothes and shoes you need to carry as all the equipment are provided by the centers. Flights last for about 30–40 minutes, and safety precautions are seriously taken. Regarding the price, it costs around $100 for the short flight of around 30 minutes.
#Bungee Jumping
One of the most amazing adventure activities that Nepal offers is Bungee Jumping. You can enjoy bungee jumping in two places of Nepal, one in Pokhara and another in Last Resort, at Bhote Koshi gorge. Last Resort is top-rated, and the height of the fall is from 160 meters towards the white river of Bhote Koshi. Jumping gears are provided in the cost of jumping, so you just need comfortable clothes and tight pair of shoes.
If there is any medical condition like high blood pressure and epilepsy, then the jumping crew has to be notified; otherwise, the jumping can be dangerous. Although the sites are open all year round, March to May and August to November are considered to be the best time for Bungee Jumping in Nepal. When it comes to price, around $92 is the cost that you have to spend per jump.
#Rafting
If you are thinking of going for rafting, then Nepal can be in your bucket list. Rivers in Nepal offer some of the best rafting trips in the world with easy to thrilling rapids for newbies to veteran rafters. Tamur, Karnali, Bhote Koshi, and Sun Koshi are the most famous rivers to experience white water rafting. From half-day to five long days, you can choose any package as per your schedule for rafting in Nepal.
Except clothes and shoes, all other required gears like helmet and life jackets are provided by the organizers on the same price of rafting. The cost starts from $50 for a short trip depending on the river, and a more extended trip can cost around $400, which can last for five days.
#Trekking
The most popular outdoor activity that numerous amounts of travelers participate every year is trekking in Nepal. There are hundreds of trails that are suitable for trekking to the Himalayan areas, and the panorama view, along with the freshness of the nature that one can experience during hiking, is just awesome.
Trekking packages are available of 5 days to as long as one month, depending upon your price, health, and time. If you have some experience, then you can travel on your own, but it is better to travel with a guide if you are trekking for the first time in Nepal. You need to bring or buy a lot of things such as backpacks, warm clothing, hiking boots, and waterproofs before heading for any trek. March to May and late September to December are the most preferred time for trekking in the Himalayan region.
Note: Please check Adventure Victory Team’s website for price and other details about trekking. We offer a wide variety of trekking packages all over Nepal.
#Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking is becoming popular among the adventurous who visit Nepal and what else can be better than to have a start in a place where you land for the first time. There are dirt routes everywhere in Kathmandu, which can lead you up and down the hill to the higher elevation above the valley. Some of the best places in Nepal that offer a mountain Biking with fantastic views are Bhaktapur, Budanikantha, Sankhu, Nagarkot, and Pokhara.
When it comes to mountain biking, you need to have clothes suitable for both warm and cold weather and a mountain bike; you can either bring with you or rent from shops in Kathmandu. You can get a second hand as well, which you can be sold back once you are done.
#Canyoning
Canyoning is traveling in canyons using various techniques, including walking, climbing, scrambling, jumping, swimming, and abseiling, to get from one end to another. You can find dozens of places that offer canyoning activities in Nepal, where the most popular are Bhukuthe Khola, Kanglang Khola, Kahule Khola, and Panglang Khola.
All the gears are provided by the organizer so you need to prepare rubber shoes and comfortable clothes, as you are likely to get wet during the activity. Except rainy season and peak cold season, all other times are preferable for canyoning. You need to spend around $95 for a one-day excursion.
#Zip Lining
If you love to fly with just a thin length of cable to support you, then Zip lining can be a best outdoor vacations activity for you. It started way back in 1980 and became famous almost overnight. In the context of Nepal, there are some best zip line sites of the world, including one on the top of Sarangkot in Pokhara, which is the longest, tallest, steepest, and fastest zip line in the world.
Pokhara zip line is the ultimate choice for the zip line adventure with a run of over 1.8 km at an average speed of 120 km per hour. Except clothes and shoes other all required gears are provided by the organizers. Around $82, a person has to spend for one ride, which includes photos and videos of your activity.
#Jungle Safari
The Himalayas in Nepal are famous for trekking and mountaineering, whereas terai tropical jungles are famous for safaris. If you love to see wild animals in their natural habitat, then the jungle safari in Nepal can be your best option. Apart from wild animals, you can see various spices of birds and plants during the adventure.
Among many jungle safaris, Chitwan National park and Bardia Nation Park are the two most popular jungle safaris that one can enjoy on his outdoor vacations in Nepal. In the package you get in Jungle safaris also include nature walk, canoe ride, bird watching, and many other activities that you can enjoy. The price depends on the place and the duration of the trip, but the shortest one costs around $200.
#Short hike and city tours
If you want to taste Nepalese culture, religion, history, and geographic diversity in a short period, then the short hike and city tours are the best ways. Since there are many short hiking spots around Kathmandu valley, you can make your short trip to Nepal a worthy.
Shivapuri National park, Phochowki hiking, Chisapani hiking are some short hiking trips around Kathmandu Valley, and Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan, Pokhara are some popular city tours that can be accomplished in just one day. Adventure Victory Team offers various city tours and hiking packages all over Nepal. Surely, your outdoor vacations in Nepal will be memorable with these short hike and city tours.
#Sunrise View
Imagine watching a sunrise view behind the Himalayas. Isn’t it amazing? With eight of the ten highest peaks in the world, Nepal has become the most popular destination for those who want to experience the sunrise view reflecting from the gigantic mountains. You can get a spectacular sunrise view from various places in Nepal, but the famous are Sarankot, Nagarkot, and Poonhill.
Along with the sunrise view, you can do some hiking, which will allow you to experience the culture, history, and lifestyle of people in Nepal. About $90 will be your cost to get these fabulous views of the sunrise, which include a short hike as well.
To conclude, with the above activities, Nepal is no doubt one of the best outdoor vacations destinations for those who want to have some adventure while spending their holiday with friends and families.
