RAFTING

Rafting in the Himalayan rivers of Nepal offers one of the most exciting thrills and relaxation. Nepal has numerous fine rivers for rafting, kayaking or canoeing.
The most prominent white water rafting regions are the eastern, the mid and the Western rivers, of all these regions the mid river Trisuli and the Sunkoshi are the main popular rafting rivers, these rivers can be soothing, relaxing or it can offer hair-raising roller coaster rides. The float down stream is exhilarating and the scenery of the valley gorges between Himalaya and Mid-Himalayan range is equally captivating. The other thrill in the rafting is camping on the clear sandy beaches with time to explore and visit the rural villages. So, whatever duration or level of excitement you need we have it all here in the rivers of Nepal.

JUNGLE SAFARI
Nepal's first and most famous national park is situated in the central development region covering an area of 932 sq. km. This park includes hilly areas of the Silwalik range covered by deciduous sal forest and carpeted with grass, savannah and riverine vegetation. The park, made up of the flood plains of the Narayani, Rapti and Reu rivers, is home to more than 450 endangered Asian one-horned rhinoceros and harbours one of the largest population of the elusive and rare Royal Bengal tiger. Besides rhinos and tigers there are four species of deer, leopards, langurs, sloth bears, wild boars, rhesus monkeys, wild dogs, white stocking gaurs and many other smaller animals. Gharial and Marsh mugger crocodiles cavort in the river water. The unique birds which number over 450 species, include cormorants, egrets, stork, geese, jungle fowl, king fishers and endangered species such as Bengal florician, Lesser florician, Brahmin, duck, pintails, Indian pitta and parakeets. This makes the park a true bird watchers' paradise.

Other Activities include: elephant ride, Jeep drive, Jungle walk, Bird watching, Canoe ride, Village walk and much more.

TICKETING
We offer:
· Computerized air-ticketing arrangements throughout the world within a day.
· Ticket arrangement for domestic fights.
· Special daily mountain flights.
· Breathtaking hot-air balloon flights.
· Helicopter charter arrangement to all remote areas of Nepal.
· Bus and train tickets to all destinations in India.
We also help to our customers changing the reservation of their flights what they have from home and reconfirmation of their flight back home.

SIGHTSEEING

Situated between the Himalayas to the north and the Mahabharat range of mountains to south, Kathmandu valley has long been the center of culture, trade and learning in Nepal. Kathmandu valley comprises the three cities of Kaathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each of these medieval cities vie with the other in the beauty of its architecture, the colors of its festivities, the grandeur of its historical monuments and the Hospitality of its inhabitants. Tour highlights in and around Kathmandu valley are :

Budhanilkantha The reclining stone image of Vishnu 16 ft. long is only a few kilometers away from town center. It dates back 1400 years to the Lichhavi period.

Changu Narayan Another Vishnu temple is the oldest known temple existing in the valley dating back to the 4th century.

Godavari the venue for summer residence of Rana prime minister of Nepal, boasts today the Royal Botanical Gardens in the highest of Phulchowki (9,062 ft.), the highest mountain surrounding the valley.

Pashupatinath The holiest of the Hindu temple in south Asia is the focal point of pilgrimage from all over the sub-content. The holy river of Bagmati following nearly is the cremation ground of Hindus. Funeral pyres can be viewed from across the river bank.

Krishna Mandir The temple of Lord Krishna holds a commanding position in the palace complex of Patan. Though its style is not wholly native, it has been reckoned as one of the perfect specimens of the Nepalese skill in temple craft. The 3 storied stone temple contentious to elicit high praise from lovers of art and beauty. It was built by King Siddhi Narasingha Malla in the 16th century A.D.

Swoyambhunath Legend has it that Manjushri, founder of Kathmandu valley, discovered the lotus of an ancient valley lake on which site the great stupa of Swoyambhunath was later built. The omnisighted stare of the Buddha greets visitors and residents alike with compassion. Swoyambhunath has been an important center for Buddhist learning undergoing construction and renovation through out the centuries by prominent historical figures like the Mauryan Emperor Ashok the Great and King Manadev I.

Chobhar Gorge through which the waters of the primeval lake was drained by Manjushree to create the valley of Kathmandu.

Kakani is a quit hilltop resort west of valley from where magnificent views of Ganesh Himal and Annapurna range can be seen.

Nagarkot this hilltop 37 kms. away from Kathmandu offers vantage views of the Himalayan range including, on a clear day, Mt. Everest.

Panauti is one of the finest existing specimens of an all Newari settlement in Kathmandu and boasts of 15th century Indreshwar

Mahadeva Temple, one of the most important temple, associated with Newari culture and a Narayan shrine.

Phulchowki It is one of the prominent peaks surrounding the Kathmandu valley and lies to the south-east. It has an altitude of 9050 ft. This mountain, as its name suggests(Phul means flower) is a natural garden of wild roses, yellow jasmine, iris and other native flowers. The summit is rich grove of rhododendrons of various hues. A jeepable road leads to the top of the hill where there is a Buddhist shrine.

Bouddhanath Probably the largest stupa in the world is also found in Kathmandu valley - the great stupa of Buddhanath. Again the Omni-sighted eyes of Buddha stare at all directions. This stupa is the place of worship of Tibetan Buddhists predominantly.

Tika Bhairab A corner of Kathmandu valley rim that time forget is suddenly on the tourist map with an opening of a deluxe mountain resort. Nearby are 5th century Lichhavi village of Sunakothi, Thecho and Chapagoan.

Nyatapol Temple It is a five storied pagoda styled temple and was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708 A.D. Each of its five terrace holds a pair of figures (from bottom) wrestlers, elephant, lion, griffins and goddesses.

Mahabouddha The temple of Mahabuddha is a masterpiece of terra-cotta. This temple was built by Abhaya Raj, a priest of Patan. It is sometimes described as the temple of million Buddha's because its every brick contains a fine figure of the Buddha.

Dakshinkali temple located at the foothills south of valley is the most important venue of animal sacrifices to the Goddess Durga.

Dhulikhel mountain resort for Himalayan viewing is situated on Arniko Highway to Tibet. This is a perfect place for acclimatization on your overland journey in to Tibet.

Shankhu this is a post on the old trade route from Kathmandu to Lhasa famous for many fine Newari houses with elaborately carved window frames. Nearby is the temple of the tantric goddess Bajra Jogini.