The trans-Himalayan regions of the Manaslu massif were closed until 1992. The restrictions imposed by the Nepal government following the conflict in Tibet have isolated those valleys from the rest of the world to date. A trek around Manaslu offers the best of the Himalayan Buddhist cultural insight, pristine nature, and spectacular Himalayan scenery of... Continue Reading →
Nepal in November – Travel tips
The peak tourist season continues till the third week of November. The dry and moderate temperature, crisp sky, and clear view of the Himalayas attract a large number of tourists. By November, the biggest festivals of Nepal (Dashain and Tihar) also end. This eases the availability of transportation and other logistic services resume to its... Continue Reading →
Nepal in October
October is the beginning of the main tourist season for Nepal. The moderate temperature, dry weather and clear sky makes it the best time for Nepal tour and trek. While the monsoon months of July and August remain busy for locals, October is time to celebrate. Major holidays and festivals fall around the end of... Continue Reading →
Nepal tour in Monsoon
July, August and September are the monsoon rainy season in Nepal. Monsoon rain clouds smolder from the Bay of Bengal in Indian Ocean and move along the southern flank of the Himalayas. The monsoon rain lasts for about 105 days from mid June to mid September. Monsoon brings 80% of the country’s rainfall. While some... Continue Reading →
Upper Mustang driving tour
Driving to Upper Mustang was not thought possible until a few years back. But a 4WD tour to the walled city of Lo is the most intriguing adventure road trip in the Himalayas. The land that was forbidden until 1992 can be accessed by road in a short trip of about a week. Driving to... Continue Reading →
Buddhist Tour of Nepal for Vesak
Vesak or Buddha Jayanti is a national festival of Nepal celebrated by both Hindus and Buddhists. This is the day when Buddha was born, enlightened, and attained Mahaparinirvana. Hence, the day is considered the day of triple bliss and is special for spiritual merits. The day is known as 'Vesak' in Pali and Buddha Purnima... Continue Reading →
Nepal in Spring – March & April
March and April are the best Spring months for Nepal tour and treks. While April is the peak tourist season, March is the beginning. The moderate temperature, clear sky, lowered river levels, colorful blossoms, and festivals make these months the best time to travel to Nepal. Nepal has a huge climatic variation because of a... Continue Reading →
Nepal tour in winter
Winter is the best time to visit the popular destinations of Nepal, with hill stations and hiking in the foothills of the Himalayas. The pristine landscapes with the mountains draped in snow make a picturesque backdrop for hiking and short treks. Fewer tourists ensure more intimate connections with nature and local culture. Winter days are... Continue Reading →
Lumbini tour – things to do
The Lumbini tour is a visual aid to Buddha's life and Buddhist philosophy, which provides deep insight into history and spirituality. This is a great way to begin your journey into Buddhism or to know and observe the Buddhist practices from around the world with a transcendental experience. The region is also one of the... Continue Reading →
Highlights of Langtang trek
Langtang is one of the few Himalayan valleys that still sustains a rich Himalayan ecology, awe-inspiring scenery, and the authentic Himalayan culture, less touched by modernization. The national park, comprising 1,710 sq. km, is just about 18 km from Kathmandu. It shares the border with Tibet in the north. The valley of Kyirong provides one... Continue Reading →
