I went on a three daylong river-kayaking trip through Paddle Nepal down the Seti River outside of Pokhara. Because the schedule of the standard four daylong beginners clinic did not work for us, my friend and I made our own custom trip through the company where we stayed at one campsite the whole time and [...]
Should I do Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Base Camp when I go to Nepal? Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp are two of the most popular treks in Nepal. I concurred Everest Base Camp towards the beginning of my trip and I recently returned from Annapurna Base Camp, and now have a solid [...]
Here is some information regarding this festive New Year celebration in Bhaktapur on April 14th: Bisket Jatra is the annual celebration of two of the most important deities of the town of Bhaktapur, the wrathful god Bhairab and the goddess Bhadrakali. Bisket Jatra heralds the start of the Nepali New Year and is celebrated with [...]
Two out of National Geographic’s Top Ten Climbs are located in Nepal, which makes Nepal a perfect destination for any trekking enthusiast. Annapurna, Nepal In terms of sheer geological and cultural diversity, a trek to Nepal’s Annapurna region is unbeatable. By circumnavigating the giant Himalaya, you’ll see everything from lush bamboo forests to arid high [...]
Since I arrived in Nepal, when I am not out adventuring or on treks, I have lived in Bhaktapur, which is located right outside Kathmandu. I have loved living here because of the access to great hiking paths, hidden valleys, temples, and it is away from most of the noise and pollution. But after visiting [...]