With its majestic Himalayan Mountains and fascinating local culture, Nepal is a favorite destination for adventurous travelers. Each year thousands embark upon the experience of a lifetime to spend days or weeks in the breathtakingly beautiful country of Nepal.
Most adventure travelers in Nepal will be treated to magnificent views from high in the mountains. They will wander through pure forests and past clear mountain lakes, rivers and waterfalls. They’ll visit remote Buddhist monasteries and shrines and see tiny mountain villages, full of friendly locals.
Trekking expeditions in Nepal are quite popular. They typically involve a small group of people who have been given a list of equipment, such as hiking boots, to bring with them to Nepal. Once they arrive in the country they set off together to explore. There is usually a trekking staff that comes along on the trip and carries most of the camping equipment and even the travelers’ bags. They set up the camp, cook meals and break camp, leaving the traveler to enjoy the trek without the physical hardship of toting heavy packs.
Treks are available for people with various abilities. While a person should be in good shape for these treks, one does not need to be a tri-athlete to take part. There are more strenuous treks for those in great physical condition, as well as easier treks. Many of the easier treks are appropriate for families and allow children to participate. Some companies rate the treks they offer by level of difficulty, to help travelers judge which trek would be best for them.
While trekking is one of the most popular forms of adventure travel in Nepal, it is by no means the only one. There are many ways to enjoy the great outdoors in beautiful and mysterious Nepal.
- The Himalayas make Nepal a favorite destination for mountain climbers. There are well over 100 peaks open to mountain climbers in Nepal, including the famed Mount Everest.
- The mountains of Nepal also have trails for mountain bikers of varying skills.
- Nepal offers challenging climbing cliffs for avid rock climbers.
- While rafting and kayaking in Nepal, adventurers can float along picturesque mountain rivers enjoying tranquil views, far from the well-traveled paths.
- Finally, adventure travelers in Nepal can choose to experience a jungle safari from a jeep or the back of an elephant. Nepal’s wildlife reserves and conservation areas boast a variety of unique animals, including the Royal Bengal Tiger and the Greater One Horned Rhinoceros.
By: Marissa Smith
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An Adventure Traveler’s Guide to Nepal
December 27th, 2009Cambodia Adventure Travel
December 26th, 2009decided on taking this Cambodia adventure travel it is time to make yet another decision: do you mind travelling with other tourists or not? If you don’t mind, your best bet is to try a travel agency who will assist you with your booking of the flights and hotels.
The travel agency will also be helpful with choosing the best tourist locations that will be sure to reveal as much of the Cambodian culture as well as Cambodian country sightseeing.
If you are a real adventurous type and you don’t like being in the company of other tourists than you have the option of just getting yourself over there and find it out all yourself once you’re there. Cambodia is a fantastic beautiful country and the people are ever so nice. The country is filled with thousand and one things to see and to do. You can get a general idea of its beauty by going to any travel website and enter the keyword " Cambodia".
Most people will immediately think of Angkor Wat, when thinking of Cambodia, and rightfully so. The Khmer people who established the mighty civilizations on the bank of the Mekong River reached the pinnacle of their cultural and religious activity during the period of Angkor Wat in the second half of the twelfth century. The best period for a visit is December through to February. The humidity is at its lowest then and there is not much rain. Temperatures range in the 22 to 25 degrees centigrade. From February on the temperatures are on the rise and can go to 40 degrees in April! The rainy season starts in May and goes on till October. Mind you it will not rain all day long but in heavy bursts.
A day pass to Angkor costs 20 dollars, a three day pass 60 dollars. Since the complex is vast ( the complex is more than 154 square miles en counts dozens of temples) you are well advised to plan your trip carefully: the best times to visit the temples are sunrise and sunset. Even in the rain the temple complex is magnificent and enchanting.
Despite all this beauty we should not forget that the country knew decennia of war and terror by the Khmer Rouges of Pol Pot and only in the early eighties things stabilized. Whenever you have the chance to meet Cambodian people one always wonders what they did during the Khmer Rouge regime: were they victims or aggressors? In most cases the answer stays in the mist… maybe better that way.
By: Rom
Travel Guru Guide to Spain Holidays
December 21st, 2009Guide to Spain Holidays
Spain has not been a true world power since it was defeated in the famous naval battle against England in 1588; it is still an incredibly beautiful country and one that is rich in history as well as in culture. It is also not a poor or uncivilized culture, being the ninth largest country in the world in terms of economy, and has the fifth largest economy in the European Union. So what do you like to do?
If you like sports, then a holiday in Spain is a perfect choice, whether you want to play golf or watch a football game or plenty of other fun sporting activities. Go on a hike, go scuba diving in the Mediterranean sea, take a day trip to the Canary Islands, which are a Spanish territory, or stay in Spain and enjoy warm, sunny beaches right outside your hotel. History
If you prefer history, then Spain has a lot to offer, from ancient castles to World Heritage Cities, of which Spain has the most of any single country in the world. Go exploring historic buildings and learn all about the history of this country which came within a hair’s breadth of controlling most of Europe through taking England. Adventure & Night Life
If adventure and night life are more your style, then Spain has plenty to offer you, as well, especially since the famous Spanish siestas make for extra energy for late nights. For families, though, Spain also takes great pains to make their country a perfect destination. Family & Kids
You and your family will love Spain, which is full of all kinds of fascinating treasures from interesting and fun museums to zoos and even safaris. There are nature trails to be walked, natural preserves to be explored, and aquariums to visit where you can even watch the dolphins at play for hours on end.
If your family is into wild rides, there are theme parks all over Spain that offer the family setting that you want and rides enough to satisfy almost any adrenaline junky (at least young adrenaline junkies). These parks are fun and exciting, and have a lot to offer families, including the wild fun that you want in a relatively safe space.
Spain is a beautiful and incredible country with a little of something to offer just about anyone, from the warm climate and beautiful landscapes to the gorgeous palaces and historical buildings and castles. This is a country that is very easy to fall in love with.
