Nepal

The serenity and grandeur of Nepal attracts nearly one-half million visitors every year. This small, ancient, land-locked country (147,181 Sq. Kms.), nestled between two giants, India and China, is home to more than 35 million people, 40 ethnic groups, 70 spoken languages, and many religions.

From the north—Nepal's sky high border with Tibet—to the south, where the Terai's jungles buzz just above sea level, Nepal offers the visitor so many different environments to explore, even in a short time. We are the only country to have 7 (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites, many situated within a 20 kilometer radius! After you have experienced ancient Kathmandu, you can take a day trip around the Kathmandu Valley, spend a weekend in the jungle of Chitwan National Park (a World Heritage Site), or trek deep into the Himalayas. Trekking options include: Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Sanctuary, Rara Lake (in Western Nepal's "wild west"), or the seldom-visited Nymba valley, to name just a few. And because of Nepal's diverse terrain and climate: from the world's deepest gorge (Kali-Gandaki) to the highest point on earth (Mt. Everest), one can explore this magnificent country all year round

Everest Trekking - the Sagarmatha National Park

Mt. Everest has inspired countless dreams and adventures, including visions of scaling the highest mountain on earth to those of getting a taste of the high mountains with a pack on their back and a camera in hand; ready to capture some incredible views of the lofty snowy mountain peaks that seem to grow in this region.

The original route taken on the first ascent of Everest was from Jiri, but now the usual approach to this region begins with a breathtaking flight from Kathmandu to Lukla airstrip (2,800 meters). Here you are surrounded by the glistening spires of snow peaks from the start of the trek, and they only get higher and more magnificent as you go. The route is dotted by sacred Tibetan Buddhist mani stones (engraved with prayers and Buddhist images), prayer flags, and the occasional stupa (representing the mind of Buddha). The winding Dudha and Bhote Koshi rivers are a beautiful glacier-fed aqua blue, joined by many tributaries supporting waterfalls. Trekkers can wander up to bustling Namche Bazaar, to the revered Tengboche Monastery, to crystalline Gokyo Lake, historic Everest Base Camp, and many other remarkable places in the Everest region. You share the trail with yak trains and Tibetan nomads and can choose to stay in simple but welcoming guesthouses in all but the most remote areas. Treks can be from one week to more than a month. Expect to take some rest days for acclimatization as most trails quickly go above 3,500 meters. Level of trekking: moderate to strenuous

Kanchenjunga Trekking

Kanchenjunga is the world’s third highest mountain and is situated in the north-eastern corner of Nepal, straddling the border with Sikkim. Kanchenjunga is not a single summit but a mountain massif consisting of five summits with several satellite peaks and glaciers.

Until Nepal opened its borders to foreign visitors in the early 1950’s Kanchenjunga was probably the best recognised and most well known of all the Himalaya peaks as it could be clearly seen from Darjeeling, then part of the British regime. After the border control was relaxed, focus turned to the Annapurna and Everest regions and Kanchenjunga lost a bit of its appeal. Access became difficult from the east, the traditional starting point, as Sikkim then closed its border to foreign travellers. It was not until as late as 1988 that access to the north side of Kanchenjunga was relaxed and explorers, climbers and trekkers were able to fully appreciate the majestic beauty of this Himalayan giant.

The area is home to a variety of endangered species; The snow leopard, musk deer, red panda, grey wolf and the Himalayan Black Bear. It is still a pristine environment and an area that every mountain lover should not only visit but take an active role in protecting its natural diversity

Birdwatching Tours in Nepal

Trip features
Total trip duration: 12 days
Tour grading: Easy
Tour type: Guided tour
Suggested season: October to March
Mode of transportation: Private tourist coach/car
Accommodations: Deluxe rooms in best hotels and resorts available

Trip highlights
Explore the avifauna of Chitwan National Park and Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
Experience a wildlife adventure in the heart of the jungle

Outline itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 02: A full day bird watching in Phulchowki Forest
Day 03: Drive to Chitwan/stay in the resort on full board basis
Days 04-05: Various wildlife activities in the Chitwan National Park
Day 06: Drive to Hetauda for Ibisbill/stay in hotel on full board basis
Day 07: Drive to the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve/stay in resort on full board basis
Days 08-10: Extensive birdwatching in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
Day 11: Fly to Kathmandu/farewell dinner
Day 12: Trip concludes

Nepal Nature & Culture Tour

Tour features
Total trip duration: 14 days
Tour grading: Easy
Tour type: Guided tour
Suggested season: October to March
Mode of transportation: Private tourist coach/car
Accommodations: Deluxe rooms in best hotels & resorts available

Tour highlights
Explore Nepal’s natural and cultural heritage sites
Observe endangered wildlife in their safe refuge
Enjoy spectacular flight over the Himalayas
Visit and explore the serene lakeside town of Pokhara
Explore Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha

Outline itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Days 02-03: Explore the best of Kathmandu
Days 04-05: Visit Buddhist religious sites in the Kathmandu valley
Day 06: Drive to Chitwan/stay in resort on full board basis
Days 07-08: Various wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park
Day 09: Drive to Lumbini/stay in hotel on bed and breakfast basis
Day 10: Explore Lumbini’s major attractions
Day 11: Drive to Tansen/stay in hotel on bed and breakfast basis
Day 12: Drive to Pokhara/stay in hotel on bed and breakfast basis
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 14: Trip concludes

Everest Trekking - the Sagarmatha National Park

Mt. Everest has inspired countless dreams and adventures, including visions of scaling the highest mountain on earth to those of getting a taste of the high mountains with a pack on their back and a camera in hand; ready to capture some incredible views of the lofty snowy mountain peaks that seem to grow in this region.

The original route taken on the first ascent of Everest was from Jiri, but now the usual approach to this region begins with a breathtaking flight from Kathmandu to Lukla airstrip (2,800 meters). Here you are surrounded by the glistening spires of snow peaks from the start of the trek, and they only get higher and more magnificent as you go. The route is dotted by sacred Tibetan Buddhist mani stones (engraved with prayers and Buddhist images), prayer flags, and the occasional stupa (representing the mind of Buddha). The winding Dudha and Bhote Koshi rivers are a beautiful glacier-fed aqua blue, joined by many tributaries supporting waterfalls. Trekkers can wander up to bustling Namche Bazaar, to the revered Tengboche Monastery, to crystalline Gokyo Lake, historic Everest Base Camp, and many other remarkable places in the Everest region. You share the trail with yak trains and Tibetan nomads and can choose to stay in simple but welcoming guesthouses in all but the most remote areas. Treks can be from one week to more than a month. Expect to take some rest days for acclimatization as most trails quickly go above 3,500 meters. Level of trekking: moderate to strenuous

Trekking in Nepal and Himalayas

Karnali Excursions offers you the opportunity to experience adventure, exotic cultures and unconventionality in the most mesmerizing and historic places on earth. Our treks, tours, expeditions and educational journeys through the Himalayas and greater Nepal — Mt. Everest, Mt. Kailash, Tibet, Annapurna, Kathmandu, Bhutan, to name a few — are carefully organized and bypass the ‘tourist jams’ in these areas.

We have an interesting selection of itineraries to choose from, or offer you the opportunity to work with us to create an itinerary that suits your specific needs and desires. We tread lightly in many sensitive areas, always helping to preserve and protect the environment. Our treks and tours are affordable and accommodating, bound to ensure the ‘Journey of a Lifetime’