Customized treks and climbs to common and less
Travelled trails and peaks in Nepal, Tibet and Ladakh

Squeezed between the Tibetan Plateau to the north and the Indian plain to the south is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Here the geo-cultural diversity varies to an extent that one rarely finds in other countries with such a small area. Nepal is the home of the world's highest peak Mt. Everest and 7 of the other 14 peaks above 8000 m. (26000ft.)There are more than 300 peaks opened for mountaineering; more than 1000 miles of trekking trails where one can not only enjoy the endless Shangri-la of mountains but the lush green hills, valleys, wildlife and culture. The snow capped mountains are the source of numerous rivers that offer white water challenges of different grades. There are some of the best wild-life reserves and national parks protecting the rare Royal Bengal tiger, one horned rhino, red panda, snow leopard and other mammals. Nepal is also the home of various cultural groups speaking more than 100 languages and dialects, practicing unique religions and ways of life which reflect ancient human civilization unchanged since time immemorial.

Area
147,181Sq. Km
Population
27 million
Capital
Kathmandu (Population: 1.2 million)
Language
Nepali official English in Tourist Areas (more than 60 other languages and dialects)
Religion
Hinduism (65%) Buddhism (15%) and some Muslims, Christians and other local faiths
Political System
Republic (From 2008)
Major Industries
Agriculture, Cottage industries, Tourism
Nepal through the Eyes of the World

It's among the top 50 places to see before one dies. - BBC
Everest base camp listed in the 20 journeys of a lifetime. - Observer UK
Annapurna area, declared amongst 12 best walks on earth. – Modern Maturity, USA.
Second best preferred country in the world as tourist destination after New Zealand, in a survey carried out by Wonder Lust publication of UK.
Best among best - Service & Hospitality Category, conducted by Tourism Network, based in Germany.

In order to fly directly to Nepal from your home country, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu is the only international airport in Nepal. TIA has direct air-link with Osaka, Shanghai, London, Frankfurt, Hongkong, Singapore, Bangkok, Delhi, Dubai, Bombay and Calcutta. Lufthansa, Royal Nepal Airlines (RNAC), Air India, Singapore Airlines, Thai are the airlines that carry most of the foreign travelers into Kathmandu; and if you buy tickets from any other airlines, you will probably connect with one of these airlines for the final leg of your flight. Alternatively, if you have time and enthusiasm, traveling overland to Nepal via India is an option. Or if you are coming from China you may come to Nepal via Tibet. The flight cost varies from where you travel and which airlines you want to fly with. However, an economy class round trip ticket to Nepal from North America, should cost between $1400 to $1700 depending on what airline you fly. From western Europe, the fare should be about the same too. From most of East Asia, the cost is about $3-400 for one-way. If you are flying into Nepal from India or other South Asian cities, one-way fare would be between $100 to $200.

Most guide books written for tampers and back packers urge to travel individually as trails are well described and infrastructures are set in most tourist destinations from city tours to trekking and to jungle camps. They claim that this is the best way to experience things by on your own and it's the cheap way of travelling. However, this does not reflect the reality of holiday trips in Nepal and this doesn't respect the development of sustainable tourism industry in poor country like Nepal and others. Tourism and hospitality industry in developed countries and in country like Nepal is significantly different.

In order to develop tourism as a sustainable industry, we highly recommend you to arrange your trip to Nepal, Tibet and India through a registered Trekking / Travel company. Tourism is a growing industry employing thousands of manpower and supporting lively hood of poor people around. If you go on your own that will not support local economy rather it may put you on unsafe situation and you will fail to experience the opportunity to enjoy your trip with local staff who shares first hand knowledge of culture, tradition and ethics. There is burden of companies running Organized Trips here. You will be able to get best out of it doing some research and reading before you book a trip. You may pay little extra and have trained western trip leaders on your trip or you can arrange trip with local agencies based in Nepal or India on fair budget.

Nepal has only been open to Western visitors since 1950s and despite a veneer of Western culture it generally remains a very traditional and religious society. As visitors to the country you will be treated as a special guest but we must respect the Nepali lifestyle and respond in a sensitive manner to their customs and beliefs. While the Nepalese will never rebuke you publicly for unknowingly offending then, please keep in mind that certain actions can do so deeply. The Nepali people are amazingly tolerant of different religions, race and creeds. Hindus, Buddhists, Moslems, Christians and other happily share the same villages, festival and sometimes shrines. Their tolerance and acceptance of people for what they are inside should be a lesson to rest of the world.

» Women and men should not wear high cut or revealing shorts. Long baggy shorts or long trousers are more acceptable.
» We advise women to wear long loose cotton skirts or long baggy trousers. Tops that bear the shoulders are not suitable.
» Full or partial nudity is unacceptable; please wear swimsuit or sarong when bathing.
» Over displays of affection between men and women are discouraged.
» Please remove your shoes before entering a Nepali home, monastery or temple.
» Most Hindus cannot eat food that has been touched by foreigner.
» Do not throw rubbish into a cooking fire or household hearth.
» It is religiously offense to touch a Hindu on the head. For similar reasons, never point the sole of your fee at a person or shrine.
» Many Hindu temples or parts thereof are closed to non-Hindus. Please ask before entering.
» Ask permission to the people, care taker or guide while taking picture of person, statue or shrine. There are many shrines where taking snaps is strictly prohibited.
» Never offer half eaten food (don't share same plate while eating meal) as it's considered as Jutho (unclean).
» Begging is a harsh reality in the Third World but something that the locals believe should not be encouraged as it creates a society where work is not respected. You should avoid giving any money, balloons, pens sweets, in fact anything to anyone at anytime. GET MORE

This website is launched to provide very simple and brief information of trekking, tour and expeditions we run. More detail information is provided as promptly as possible on request. Our office staffs are qualified and take care of each of your questions and concerns. Please, send us your questions and comments for further information.