MOUNTAIN BIKING
The best way to explore the Kathmandu Valley is on a
mountain bike. Nepal 's diverse terrain is a mountain biker's dream adventure
come true. Mountain biking offers an environmentally sound way of exploring
this magnificent country, its landscape and living heritage. There are plenty
of dirt roads and trails in Nepal to meet every mountain biker's wildest
fantasy. Mountain biking is specially recommended if you wish to explore urban
centers of Nepal such as Pokhara and Kathmandu as well as the countryside. Adventurous
souls may plan extended trips to such exotic locales as Namche Bazaar, and
western Nepal . You could even do the entire length of Nepal across the plains.
Mountain bikes are available for rent by the day or longer in many of the
bicycle rental outlets in and around the city.
BIRD WATCHING
Nepal is a paradise for bird lovers with over 848 species
(almost 8% of the world total) of birds. And among them almost 500 hundred
species are found in the Kathmandu Valley alone. The most popular bird watching
spots in Kathmandu are Phulchoki, Godavari , Nagarjun, Bagmati river, Taudaha
and so on. Get your binoculars and look forward to a rewarding experience.
MOUNTAIN FLIGHT
Only awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the
experience of going on a mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains of
the earth. Mountain flights offer the closet possible aerial views of Mt.
Everest , Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to all
category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal .
For those who are restricted by time or other considerations from going
trekking, these flights offer a panoramic view of the Himalaya in just one
hour.
ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT
Ultra-light aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer
spectacular views of the lakes, mountains and villages. This is an ideal way to
see life from a new perspective. The choice of the Pokhara Valley for
ultra-light aircraft is appropriate chiefly because of the proximity of the
mountains, and the scenic lakes. For those who wished they could fly like birds
when growing up, this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but the
spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are from
the Pokhara airport beginning September through June. The flights take place
from sunrise to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to sunset everyday during these months.
BUNGY JUMPING
The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced
in Nepal at one of the best sites that this sport can boast of anywhere in the
world. Nepal's first bungy jumping site is situated 160 m. over the Bhote Kosi
river, inviting you to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush in the
surroundings of this amazing place. The jump, at 160 m., is staffed and
operated by some of the most experienced jumpmasters in the business.
CABLE-CAR
Cable-car is a recent phenomenon in Nepal that has become
extremely popular with the locals and tourists alike. The 10-minutes cable-car
ride takes the visitors to the temple of Goddess Manakamana who is believed to
have the power to fulfill wishes. The temple of Manakamana lies 125 km to the
west of Kathmandu . Cable-car ride starts at Cheres, 104 km. from Kathmandu on
the highway to Pokhara.
PARAGLIDING
Paragliding in Nepal can be truly wonderful and fulfilling
experience for the adventure seeking. A trip will take you over some of the
best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures,
eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle,
with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalaya . Gliding is a weather dependent
sport and the flying season in Nepal through February, the best months being
November and December. The take-off point for these flights is Sarangkot (1592
m.), which also offers prime views of Phewa Lake and the mountains at sunrise
and sunset (provided the skies are clear) and the landing is by the lake. No
previous experience is required as qualified pilots provide a short briefing
before launching.
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