Nepal

Annapurna Region gains its name from Mount. Annapurna, which is the 10th highest mountain in the world. Annapurna is a series of peaks in the Himalaya, a 55-km-long Massif whose highest point, Annapurna I, stands at 8,091 m (26,538 ft). It is located east of a great gorge cut through the Himalaya by the most famous river, Kali Gandaki and which separates it from the Mount Dhaulagiri. Annapurna is a Sanskrit name which is translated as Goddess of the Harvests. In Hinduism, Annapurna is a goddess of fertility and agriculture. The Region, Annapurna is surrounded by many Himalayan ranges which include the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre – the famous fish-tail mountain that dominates the skyline above Pokhara. In addition this area possesses the Kali Gandaki, the worlds deepest gorge.

The Region Annapurna is famous for trekking. In this region there are awe-inspiring trekking routes likes Jomsom Muktinath, Annapurna Sanctuary (which is also called Annapurna Base Camp), Annapurna Circuit etc. About two-thirds of the trekkers who came to Nepal visit Annapurna region every year. The area is easily accessible, hotels in the hills are plentiful, and treks here offer good scenery of both high mountains and lowland villages. In this Region there is one project known as ACAP (Annapurna conservation Area Project). ACAP was established in 1986 under the guidance of the King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation. The project covers the whole Annapurna range, more than 7600 sq km. In an inventive advance to environmental protection, it was declared a “conservation area” instead of a national park. A large number of people live within the protected region.

Annapurna Conservation Area offers varieties of flora and fauna form sub tropical to alpine and you will grace by the heart touching blossoming rhododendron on your way to trek. This region is also the home to copious wildlife like pika, blue sheep, snow leopards, tigers and Himalayan thar. Multiplicity of birds including multi –colored Impheyan, koklas and blood pheasants, offer you their natural beauty. In this region you will encounter with the Gurungs and Thakali people whose unique culture and tradition makes you surprise. You will experience how friendly and open hearted these people are, and you can get a taste of their lifestyle by staying in their house and knowing their way of living and their culture and tradition.

The Bardia National Park is the largest and most undisturbed protected area in the terai and is the home to the endangered Royal Bengal tiger and Nepal’s famous one-horned rhinoceros. It is situated in the mid far western Terai, east of the Karnali River of the country. About 70% of the land is covered with forest with the balance a mixture of grassland and riverrine forest. You will reach here three hours by jeep (95km) from Nepalgunj which is one hour ten minutes by air or 531km by road from Kathmandu.

The famous park offers 30 different mammals, more than 250 species of birds, and several verities of reptiles and water animals. Some of the other animals found here are elephant, swamp deer, blackbuck, gharial crocodile and marsh mugger crocodile. The exotic Gangetic Dolphin is also sometimes seen in river Karnali. The activities done here are Jungle safari on elephant back, jungle walk, boat ride, jeep drive etc.

If you are looking for the most spectacular jump on the planet, then the ultimate bungee jump over the Bhote Koshi River in Nepal will fulfill the desire. This remarkable 500ft (160m) drop into the Bhoti Koshi River gorge on the Nepal/Tibet border is the longest free-fall in the world. Bungee Jump is the fastest growing adventure sports all over the world, which is yet the safest but the scariest. The overall procedures for the jump meets international standards as it is designed, constructed and operated by very experienced Kiwis to guarantee the safety of the valued jumpers.

The ultimate bungee spot is just four hours drive from Kathmandu on a single lane road built by Chinese along the Bhote Koshi River. The site is located on the Arniko (Kathmandu/Lhasa) Highway within 12km of the Tibet Border and the famous Friendship Bridge.

The Gorge
Cross Culture Trekking takes place on a 166m wide steel suspension bridge over the Bhoti Kosi River.

The Bridge
Swiss designed, especially for bungee jumping with a 4x safety factor. The bridge has a loading factor of 250kg per running meter. This means that the bridge will hold 250 x 166 = 41,500kg or 4.5 tonnes. Over 6000 meters of steel wire was used to build the bridge which is so far known as the longest suspension bridge in Nepal. The bridge joins two sides of a great valley.

THE BUNGY JUMPING PACKAGE IS AVAILABLE ALL SEVEN DAYS A WEEK.

If you want more information or want to request an itinerary, please feel free to contact us. Please make sure you to list the requirements for the trip. Also you can inquire about adding other services like rafting, mountain biking, sightseeing etc to the ultimate bungee trip.

Chitwan National Park was declared UNESCO Natural Heritage Site in 1979. This park is situated in southern central Nepal, covering 932 sq.km covered with deciduous forests overlooking the floodplains of Narayani, Rapti and Reu rivers. The park headquarters at Kasara is 21 km drive from Bharatpur which is 20 minutes by air or 146 km by road from Kathmandu. In this park there are many Resorts hotels and lodge to accommodate.

This famous park offers a wilderness of rich ecosystem that includes mammals, birds, reptiles and water animals of several kinds. The highlights of this park are the 500 Asian one-horned rhinoceros and some hundred nocturnal Royal Bengal tigers that live in the dense forests of the park. You will discover a lost world of towering trees and twisting vines, of pre-historic rhino and lumbering elephants, crocodile, python and deer; brilliantly colored birds and if you are fortunate – the superb Royal Bengal Tiger. Sharing home with these are other animals like rhesus monkey, grey langur, deer, leopards and wild cats etc. Another most important factor adding to the chitwan experience is the colorful Tharu Culture, their way of living, culture and tradition and heart touching Tharu Dance. Here you will do many activities likes Jungle Safari on elephant back, jungle walk, canoe ride, jeep drive etc.

Activities while doing Jungle Safari

Village Tour – into the villages to learn about new culture and traditions.
Elephant Safari – thick jungles awaits you to explore wild animals.
Nature Walk (or also known as Jungle walk)
Cultural Program – watch programs consisting of traditional (folk) dance and songs.
Birds Watching.
Other Services – have a go for splendid boating and canoeing experience in the rivers and ponds.
Accommodation – stay where the action is. Get the lodges or resorts at the place where Safari begins and ends.
Observe the unique life style of local people.
Visit the local surrounding near your safari place.
Things needed to bring while doing Jungle Safari

Binoculars
Flashlight
Insect repellent
A jacket or sweater from November through February
Lightest clothing with sunglasses and hats from April onwards
Pants should be worn during elephant rides
Bright colors such as red and white should be avoided since those colors have been known to upset the rhinos
Comfortable walking shoes are essential
Summer months require cool clothes
Good walking shoes
Shady hat
Sunscreen
Make sure your clothes are in colors-like brown and green
If you are closer to the monsoon months, carry some waterproof jackets and an extra pair of shoes
During the warmer months swimming suits are recommended

Nepal being the paradise for the highest mountains on earth, the country has an extremely rich cultural and natural heritage displayed all around like an open museum. We have designed our Nepal cultural holiday package incorporating all the cultural highlights along with Natural beauties that Nepal does unleashes. Holy pilgrimage sites, historical monuments and UNESCO world heritage sites reflect richness of Nepal culture variations in Nepal cultural tour.

Day tour in Nepal is single day tour package inside/outside the Kathmandu and Pokhara valley. Our day tours are suitable for those who are limited by time, but want to do private tour to explore and experience the taste of Nepalese culture, history and natural beauty. You will visit UNESCO Word Heritage Sites, National Parks, Hill Stations, Villages, Farming lands and other different interesting places during your day tour.

Everest region is famous for trekking as well as peak climbing. The prominent magnetism of this area is the majestic mountains, the high mountain villages, the isolated monasteries, and the local Sherpa peoples. This area includes the highest mountain in the world, Everest at 8848m. as measured by the height of its summit above sea level. The mountain, which is part of the Himalaya range in High Asia, is located on the border between Nepal and Tibet, China, and many of the world’s 8000m peaks such as Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu. Nearness to the Everest region requires either a week’s walk or a flight to Lukla.

Everest regions become the demanding trekking destination for its fascinating natural scenery and it boasts many more spectacular and beautiful mountains, as well as some of the most rewarding trekking route not found anywhere in the world. Because of rewarding and unique Sherpa villages and monasteries, this region gets it popularity all over the world. The main goal of many Everest trekkers is the Everest Base Camp at an elevation of about 5340m. From Everest Base Camp you will have the spectacular views of Mount Everest. Kalapattar is the best place to observe the panoramic view of Mount Everest.

The must-see place of this region is Sagarmatha National Park spreading 1,148 square kilometers, which is the gift of nature and the home of a rich cultural heritage The Park is also the home to the world renowned mountains-climbing people, the Sherpa’s. From this area you will observe some of Nepal’s gushing Himalayan Rivers. The snow clad mountains and various glaciers of this region touch the heart and imagination of everyone. The prominent glaciers are Khumbu, Lhotse, Imja, Ngozunba and Nangpa which are the remarkable jewels of this area. In this region, you will found much interesting wildlife including the Himalayan Tahr, ghoral, musk deer, pikka (mouse hare), weasel, jackal and others. Birds found in this region are the Impeyan Pheasant (danphe), blood pheasant, red billed chough, yellow billed chough, snow cock, snow pigeon, Himalayan griffon and lammergeyer. The kind and warm hearted people of this region welcome you with their deep smile and you will explore the unique culture tradition of the local people.

Family Friendly Treks are easy hikes organized relatively at the lower altitudes where a family with children can also go for a Himalayan trek in the mountains. The trek days will be shorter and the trekking trails are also not strenuous and challenging good enough for any family planning a not so difficult but an enjoyable trek in the Himalayas.

Nepal family tours have been specially designed for families who want to see the spectacular scenery in Nepal, to experience and learn about the local culture, and to enjoy some adventurous activities. We always run these tours on a private basis or as part of a group of families so that you dont feel left out or out of place. Although these tours are less physically demanding than our standard tours, they do include re is always the option to add more adventures activities for the older children.

Honeymoon tours are specially designed for the newlywed couples planning their honeymoon holidays. Nepal is the perfect destination for honeymooning to find peace and serenity and togetherness for any couples in it’s natural wonders, majestic mountains and also discover some new Nepalese culture and traditions. Honeymoon packages visits some of the best places around the Himalayan Kingdom such as the natural paradise ‘Pokhara’, pristine wildlife of Chitwan or simply watch the day to day life of busy Kathmandu city and explore it’s ancient landmarks. Even better drive towards hill-station with some great Himalayan views and peacful environment like ‘Nagarkot’ just a stone throw away from Kathmandu. These tours are carefully designed for those who are bounded by time but still wish to have the time of their life and taking back home unforgettable memories to cherish for the rest of their lives.

Langtang is the popular trekking region in Nepal which lies to the North of Kathmandu and bordering Tibet. Most of the area of the Langtang region is protected by Langtang National Park which also includes the high and panoramic peak Langtang Lirung (7246m). The most popular National park contains different kinds of flora and fauna from subtropical to alpine. Most of the areas of this park are forested and you will find varieties of endangered wildlife.

The main ethnic groups of this region are Sherpa’s and Tamangs whose religion, culture, languages and dress are similar to that of the Tibetan people. Wild dog, red panda, pika, muntjac, musk deer, Himalayan black bear, Himalayan thar, ghoral, serow, rhesus monkey, common langur, snow leopard are the animals found in this park. Birds found here include hawks, hoopoe, cuckoos, barbets, owls, and night jars, laughing thrushes, black-capped sibias, red-billed, minvet. The flora includes sky blue gentians, epiphytic orchids and primroses.

Access to this region is easy and quick. Sundarijal, which is one of the most suitable starting points, is an hour’s drive from Kathmandu. For Langtang you have to drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche in Rasuwa district. The road then continues to Syabrubesi from where Ganesh Himal and Langtang treks can start. Hindu pilgrimage site and popular tourist place Gosainkunda also lies in this region which can be reached from either of the two routes. Every year many Hindu pilgrims visit this place to worship the lord Shiva. During full moon time in August many pilgrims from Nepal as well as India visit to this place. Other famous Lakes adjoining it are: Saraswoti, Bhairav, Sourya, Ganesh Kunda etc. Buses leave regularly from the Balaju Bypass every day.

Manaslu trekking is geographically and culturally fascinating. Unlike other parts of Nepal, Manaslu is a very fine trekking destination which offers great mountain scenery, Tibetan culture, astonishing glacier lakes, old monasteries, dominant ethnic groups, typical Nepalese houses, green forest full of pines, oaks, rhododendrons bamboo and fascinating flora and fauna.

The Manaslu area really incorporates everything Nepal has to offer to make a rewarding and worthwhile trekking area.

The Everest Mountain Flight is an exclusive flight over the world’s tallest mountain ranges and a lifetime unforgettable experience. The flight takes it’s participants deep into the Himalayas, flying into the valleys closer to the rock face, and as closer as five nautical miles from Mt. Everest itself. Witness the great snow-capped peaks with all it’s the glory which is truly stunning, raw, undiluted and majestic. For anyone not having physical requirements or due to time constraints, Everest Flight is the right choice, besides especially for those who don’t want to leave Nepal without witnessing the scared and majestic Himalayas. Viewing the panoramic Himalayas onboard is another experience altogether and that too flying out from Kathmandu in a matter of minutes and within the safety and comfort of Beech Craft 1900D.

During the Everest flight first passengers will come across the peaks straight towards the north of the Kathmandu Valley starting with the 8013m high Shisha Pangma, the 14th highest mountain in the world, which is actually located in Tibet, a few kilometers from the border. Then comes a series of several smaller peaks beginning with Dorje Lakpa (6966m) which looks like figure eight and is located on the eastern edge of Langtang National Park, followed by Phurbi Ghyachu (6637m) on its right, the 5970m Choba Bhamare which remains unconquered, Gauri Shankar (7134m) named after Lord Shiva and his consort, Melungtse (7181m) all part of the Rolwaling range. Mountain Flight is enjoyed by thousands around the year, and through our experience; we would strongly recommend from February to April and October to December as the ideal time to enjoy the Everest flights.

Mustang is an ancient Himalayan Kingdom which lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kaligandaki River. Upper Mustang consists of two distinct regions: the southern part and the northern where the languages, culture and traditions are alike to those of the Tibetan people. This area is consider as one of the most interesting and picturesque places in Nepal. The whole area has an isolated and mystical feel to it, enchanting and inspiring visitors to this region.

The trek to Mustang is through high altitude desert country climbing in and out of the huge sided valley of the Kali Gandaki. In places the gorge which the Kali Gandaki River runs through is the deepest in the world. This region is full of some of Nepal’s oldest Buddhist Monasteries, ancient and isolated villages with quaint white washed houses.

Nepal Adventure tour is a tailor made package to take in the excitement of rafting and the jungle adventure on offer at Chitwan National Park. It gives you a great chance to explore the nature, culture, and history of Nepal. It also gives you the chance to visit some of the best tourist sites on offer around Kathmandu, Pohkara & Chitwan. This is a great package for families traveling with children, Student groups & Adventure lovers.

The Heli tours are most suitable to those who can’t afford their time by taking day’s long treks to remote places to get close to the majestic Himalayas. Heli tours are also suitable for the pilgrims to Muktinath, Gosainkunda, Pathibhara, Lumbini & Kailash. Even those who have already taken their field works of trekking in the rugged mountains may delight to see their routes from the air.

Not only does Nepal offer glorious mountain trekking and raging river rafting, but it also has a fine selection of pristine national parks. A Jungle Safari in Nepal can be a very exciting experience. You can trek into the jungle by foot with an experienced tracker, by elephant back, by dugout canoe or by jeep. A safari in Nepal is a fun filled package ideal for anyone. The national parks offer a range of accommodations from lush resorts to basic tent style. The resorts make a package for you that included everything from your sleeping arrangements to meals to days full of activity.

Means Nature walk or Jungle walk overlooking or observing the enthralling beauty of Jungle vicinity. Actuality jungle walks bestow close-up chance to analyze different categories of animals as well as observe their track, sign and sounds. The most gripping and attention-grabbing program offered by Nepal not found elsewhere in the world is regard as jungle safari. In Nepal, you will discover the ideal situation of viewing the jungle scenery, birds and animals and the indigenous local people, their colorful tradition, unique dress and languages.

Nepal attracts visitors from all over the world for jungle safari in the Terai region. In fact, a visit to the jungle involves game-stalking by a variety of means-: foot, dugout, canoe, jeep, elephant back etc. Far beyond one’s imagination, a jungle safari in Nepal offers one of the finest experiences and opportunities to see a variety of wildlife, flora and fauna species. Going on a jungle safari is a great way to relax after trekking any time of year except the monsoon season is a good time to visit the national parks.

Nepal Luxury tours is discovering Nepal in an elegant way, staying at the finest hotels, traveling with the best methods available and with the great attention given to your holiday and with best service. Nepal is the popular travel destination with wide range of tours, treks and many adventure activities on the list. The high mountain trails offer a great opportunity for trekking in the Himalayas where the Everest region being the most popular. Likewise, many palaces, Hindu temples, Buddhist stupas inside the ancient Kathmandu Valley are considered UNESCO World Heritage Sites where one can have an enlightening sightseeing experience to know more about Nepal’s culture and traditions, art and architectures. One can have a relaxing jungle safari at the Chitwan National Park located in the Terai plains. And Nepal is also the birth place of Lord Buddha in Lumbini. Visit to all of these places offers a great insight into Nepal and there are some finest hotels, resorts, lodges for accommodations in these places. If you wish to explore the high mountain trails without the hassle of physical trek or have limited time but still wish to be in the high Himalayan locations like Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp then there’s an option of helicopter tours for flying in/out to such locations. Or you can also do it as half trekking, staying at the finest lodges on the trail, and fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter in the places like Everest, Annapurna, Mustang, Muktinath. Nepal luxury tour is witnessing the Himalayan country with a taste of what the best Nepal has to offer.

Nepal Peak climbing is one of the most adventurous activities in the Himalayan terrain of Nepal. Peak climbing in Nepal has become a passionate adventure treat for trekkers and mountaineers around the globe ever since the country first opened the door to the climber back in 1949. The historic and successful attempt to conquer the highest peak of the world, Mt. Everest in 1953 by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay inspired the climbers and trekkers to scale and climb some of the majestic peaks of Nepal. Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) is the main body that issues the trekking permits for the peak climbing expedition in Nepal. Nepal boasts of having eight of the world’s highest fourteen peaks over 8000m, including the highest of all Mt. Everest. There are numerous other trekking peaks between 5000m and 6500m. NMA has designated 33 of Nepal’s peaks as trekking peaks. Some peaks may offer an easy trekking adventure but some are categorized as strenuous and difficult. Breakfree Adventures has a long history of successfully operating peak climbing expeditions to numerous trekking destinations of Nepal. We have a pool of highly experienced trekking experts, guides, porters, kitchen crews and other support staff who would always strive to make the Himalayan adventure a truly successful one. We are a full-fledged trekking agency and we value the needs and demands of our clients. We invite you to explore our website and choose your ideal peak climbing destination for collecting a lifetime adventure experience in the Himalayan terrain. Our itineraries are designed by highly professional experts and Sherpa guides and make sure that your adventure in the Himalayas becomes truly a memorable one!

You know that Nepal is home to eight out of fourteen highest peaks in the world, but did you know that Nepal is also called world’s second largest country in terms of water resources? Nepal three great River Systems, i. e. the Kosi(or SaptaKosi) River, the Narayani River (Gandak River), and the Karnali River originate in Tibet from glaciers & lakes, flow down south through deep gorges, and after overflowing and irrigating the Terai plains flow toward Ganges in India. Each of these mighty rivers have seven major tributaries – the tributaries themselves no less ferocious. For example the famous Bhote Kosi or Sun Kosi Rivers are the two tributaries among the seven of the SaptaKosi River.

Adventurous souls recently discovered that some of the thousands of roaring rivers in Nepal offer a variety of white water sports. Rafting, Kayaking, & sightseeing along the river course from the Himalayas to the Terai plain have become popular activities among those yearning for adventure, nature, & cultural insights.

Nepal summer treks are also good which is a bit off-tourist-season when trekking trails won’t be crowded as in the main tourist season. It’s a monsoon period in the summer season in Nepal, so the weather will be hot and humid. Trekking is actually possible in the rain-shadow areas like Mustang which receives less rainfall compared to other parts of the country.

Village Trek allow visitors to experience a stay in a typical Nepal village. You will get to stay in home of the villagers and during your stay, you will get delicious local food and drink and comfortable accommodation provided by your host family. You are get a chance to interact with the villagers and g et to know their culture, tradition and way of life first hand beside, you will be contributed directly to the welfare of the village which is directly beneficial for local peoples. Village tours are conducted in Sirubari, Gorkha, Dhading and many more.

Trekking during winter in Nepal is quite possible though you definitely need to pack warm clothes. One benefit trekking at this time of the year is the trails are not crowded and the weather is also incredibly clearer with great views as you get higher.