Trekking in Nepal
Before 1951 Nepal was largely inaccessible to foreign tourists. Until 1964, Nepal was exclusively for the hardly climbers and explorers of the unimaginable mountains and landscape. With the downfall of old regime (the Rana regime) and opening of the borders to the outsiders, plus with the development and increase of tourism programs of Nepal's became accessible to the outside world. This was helped more by the air linkage to the outsiders. The scenic landscape, majestic mountains, rich biodiversity, varied photograph and climate, rich culture and heritage provides unmatched appeal to the tourist. This has led to the increase in trekking activities in Nepal.
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To trek in Nepal, a person does not need to be a mountaineer or an athlete. What is needed is a simple interest in walking activities and the spirit for adventure to enjoy the thrills of the hilly terrains of Nepal. Trekking in Nepal gives an opportunity to witness age-old foot trails through the river banks, rural settings, and terraced fields and hamlets village. Trekking in an all season activity and is possible year around. However, October through May is considered to be the best month for trekking in Nepal. The best season for trekking is autumn, because of the weather condition .Late February brings spring in Nepal and offers exhilarating trekking for those who are interested in flowers, birds and natural grandeur. Different varieties of wild flowers, specially the rhododendrons make the hill side above 8,000 ft. memorable to visit during this season.
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.
