Suggested Nepal Trip Autumn 2018

Nyatapole temple during Autumn in Bhaktapur where Tantric Laxmi resides.

Autumn season is the best time to visit Nepal, it starts from 23rd September - 22 December. You can experience both magnificent mountains as well as major festivals of Nepal Dashain and Tihar. The weather is perfect for sightseeing,  trekking, rafting or for honeymoon in the national park of Bardiya. Kathmandu gives a sense of roaming into the medieval city founded using Tantras and Mantras by the great Kings and Priests of this valley. The most interesting fact about Kathmandu is that you can find so many Hindu temples throughout the valley and strangely Marijuana plants grows all over if not harvested. People here are very spiritual and religious. Nepali is the common language spoken and many people can understand English.

So about me I'm so excited for coming season, I'm looking forward to do Ruby Valley Trek and spend few days doing shrooms and exploring forest in Bardiya. Shrooms wait! this is not a an ordinary play its not legal to buy it but if you are interested you can learn to identify it and use it at your own will. Okay let's not make it a big deal, we are just having fun. 

The 17 days trip plan for this Autumn season goes as follows:

Day 1 

Airport pickup and drive to your preferred hotel.

Day 2 

Experience Kathmandu valley city temples, people and lifestyle.

Day 3 

Kathmandu – Syabru Bensi on Jeep 6hrs 1500m.

Two butterflies in the wilderness

Day 4

Syabru Bensi – Gatlang 5hrs 2400m.

Day 5

Gatlang – Somdang Valley 5-6hrs 3200m.

Day 6

Somdang Valley – Pangsang Pass 4hrs 3850m.

Day 7

Pangsang Pass – Tipling 5hrs 2300m.

Day 8

Tipling – Borang 5-6hrs 1800m.

Day 9 

Borang – Dundure Khola 5-6hrs 1700m.

Day 10 

Dundure Khola – Kathmandu on Jeep 7-8hrs.

Day 11

Take a very good Himalayan Ayurvedic massage somewhere in Thamel, Lazimpat or Durbarmarg.

Day 12 

Drive swiftly to Bardiya where bold tall Saal trees are standing so confident among others. 

Day 13 

Picnic in Bardiya under a big Saal tree we will have a day picnic with all the delicious food. I will be playing some of my best Trance music collection. The days in Bardiya will be full of fun, joy, comfort and luxury. 

Day 14 

Drive to Lumbini and to Pokhara.

We will also drop by Lumbini to wash some sins made earlier in the trip ;).

Day 15 

Leisure fun day at Pokhara. Celebrate the evening time beside the Fewa lake gazing the universe listening to the trance.

Day 16 

Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 17 

Observance of some Hindu Tantric rituals and Farewell program. During this time it's so much fun in Nepal with lights, flowers, colors and blessings everywhere.

Kanchenjunga Trek

Kanchenjunga trek will lead you into the pristine Kanchenjunga Conservation Area of Nepal. This park is named after its massive snow treasure Mount Kanchenjunga with an elevation of 8,586m. Mount Kanchenjunga is 3rd highest mountain in world after Mount Everest and Mount K2. Kanchenjunga trek gives you a very rare taste of an unexploited wilderness, experienced by very less tourists. Mount Kanchenjunga is considered to be on of the most beautiful snow massif in the world.

10 Amazing Places in Nepal to Take Photos..

Nepal is a beautiful Himalayan country with never ending stunning landscapes, mountains and lakes. Nepal is naturally and culturally beautiful country. There are hundreds of beautiful places in Nepal but you need to spend more than a year to explore Nepal. If you are visiting or are already in Nepal, you might want to check these amazing places.

1. Phoksundo Lake – Dolpa

2. Rara lake – Mugu

3. Upper Mustang – Kingdom of Lo

4. Dolpo – Dolpa

5. Tilicho Lake – Manang

6. Gosaikunda Lake – Rasuwa

7. Sarangkot – Pokhara

8. Annapurna Base Camp

9. Phewa Lake – Pokhara

10. Poon Hill – Myagdi

5 Reasons Why Travelling To Nepal Will Change Your Life

The aftermath of Nepal's devastating April 2015 earthquake is easing, and there's no better time to visit than now. Sure, some of the country's most famed stupas and monuments will take years, or even decades, to be repaired, but the country's picturesque natural beauty, infectious culture, and welcoming people will always remain. It has now been deemed safe to head back to the earthquake-ravaged country, and it's likely that a visit to the Roof of the World will change your life.

The following five reasons to visit Nepal prove that the country leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

1. You'll Make Cultural Discoveries in the Capital City

It's easy to spend days, weeks, or even months wandering around Nepal's capital city of Kathmandu. This is where you'll travel back in time at Durbar Square, where the city's kings formerly ruled, and discover a Buddhist stupa named Boudhanath that dates back to the first century AD.

The giant stupas, located throughout Kathmandu and the entire country, serve as reminders of Buddha's path to enlightenment, and you'll see locals practicing Buddhist rituals there at all times of day. You'll quickly discover that the 50-square-kilometre city of Kathmandu offers more culture than most cities 10 times its size.

2. You'll Meet Some of the World's Friendliest People

The magnitude 7.8 earthquake that shook central Nepal on April 25, 2015, didn't ruin the spirit of its people. Everywhere you go, you'll be visited with a smile and a "namaste." You'll find that the Nepalese people are eager to show you their favorite cultural sites and scenery. You'll notice that the younger generation and many of the people living in larger cities and near tourist destinations speak English very well.

3. You'll Notice Your Tourist Dollars Making a Difference

The recent earthquake affected Nepal in more ways than one. More than 9,000 lives were lost and hundreds of thousands of people's homes were destroyed. Visit Nepal now, and you'll notice the residents are extremely grateful for your tourist dollars. You'll quickly discover that many of the people from which you're buying souvenirs and food were affected in one way or another by the earthquake. Your money may even help them rebuild their home, restaurant or shop.

4. You Won't Believe Your Eyes

If there's one part of Nepal that will remain with you for the rest of your life, it's the postcard-worthy scenery you'll see. Nepal is known as the home of Mount Everest, but whether you're sightseeing on a hike or by plane, the images of the towering, snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas will forever be etched in your mind.

You probably won't venture to the top of the highest mountain in the world, but you'll be blown away by Nepal's scenery whether you're snapping photos of the Gokyo Lakes of Sagarmatha National Park, exploring Bhaktapur, hiking in the Annapurna Mountain Range or boating along the Narayani River. The best advice when visiting Nepal is to come equipped with a quality camera.

5. Your Tastebuds Will Awaken

Nepal is known more for its mountains than its cuisine, but you'll find yourself wanting to stop in every restaurant and momo shop you see. Momos, or Nepalese dumplings, can be purchased on just about every corner and are something that should be tried numerous times on your visit. They can be filled with a variety of vegetables or meats to suit a wide variety of pallets. Curries, homemade flatbreads, fresh fruits, spicy chutneys, dal and fine Nepali teas are just a small portion of the country's numerous cuisines, which vary with each geographic and cultural region.

7 Mysteries of Kailash Mansarovar

Mount Kailash, a peak of the mighty Himalayan range is surrounded by Sutlej on the West, the grand Brahmaputra on the East, Indus on the North, and the largest tributary of the Ganges- Karnali on the South. According to Hindu religious faith, Mount Kailash is the abode of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati. It is believed that he resides on the summit of Mount Kailash and sits in a state of meditation, thus this peak is regarded as the ultimate destination for attaining spiritual peace and moksha.

Mount Kailash situated at an altitude of 22,028 ft above sea level in the western Tibetan plateau of the great Himalayan Mountains. According to the religious sentiments linked with this mountain, it is believed that people who successfully complete a journey around this mountain (parikrama), their sins will be washed. Here are a few interesting facts about the revered mountain.

Mystery 1: Mansarovar Lake

On the southeast of Mount Kailash is a beautiful, circular lake called Mansarovar. According to Hindu Mythology, Mansarovar Lake is an abode of purity. The word “Mansarovar” originates from Sanskrit, and is a combination of two words – manas (mind) and sarovar (lake). This lake has the legend that the lake’s image was first incepted in the mind of Brahma before creating it on earth.

Mansarovar Lake is popular for its exceptional beauty; the color of this fresh water lake changes from clear blue around the shores to emerald green at the centre. And, the lake looks magical under the moonlit sky. The devotees who are on a sojourn to Kailash Mansarovar make sure to take a holy dip and drink the holy water to attain spiritual peace.

Mystery 2: Four Faces

The four faces of Mount Kailash are created from lapis lazuli, ruby, crystal, and gold.

Mystery 3: Geographical Location

Mount Kailash is the axis of the Earth and maintains the atmosphere to keep all living beings alive. What more, its location is in synchronization with all other ancient monuments in the world and the Earth’s poles. It is located at an exact distance of 6666 kilometers from the monument of Stonehenge.

Mystery 4: Time Travels Fast

Around the holy Mount Kailash time travels quickly, which is not witnessed anywhere in the world. Pilgrims have reported quick hair and nails growth within 12 hours, which equals to two weeks under normal conditions.

Mystery 5: Twin Lakes

This pious mountain has two lakes, namely Mansarovar or the God Lake and Rakshas Tal or the Devil Lake. These lie next to each other, only divided by a thin isthmus of the mountains, as if indicating the difference between Good and Bad.

Mystery 6: Swastika

It seems the Sun God wishes to pay his homage to Lord Shiva every day. As the sun sets, the shadow falling on the rocks draws a huge swastika.

Mystery 7: Changes Position

Although people have so far not been successful in climbing the revered Mount Kailash, yet the mountain strangely changes the target location to those who want to climb it. Subsequently, numerous expeditions have failed to climb its summit, as Mount Kailash changes the tracks position in the opposite direction.

Come; visit the abode of the Gods and receive his blessings!

Kailash Mansarovar Journey Trip Advise

Kailash the home to Lord Shiva, the powerful God of Hindu mythology is the knowledge mountain. In the spiritual sense, the inner dimensions, it tells you everything that you need to know about liberation, existence, and creation. Just bring clarity to your perceptions and you will be able to delve within this inexhaustible library.

Mansarovar on the other hand signifies, ‘Consciousness Lake’, the most sacred of its kind throughout the world. It is believed that its waters contain healing properties and you just need to take a dip in its holy water and wash away your sins forever. The distance between both these places is approximately 20 km. The fame of Mansarovar also stems from the fact that it is where the Kalpavriksha -the divine tree of wish fulfillment grows as per mythological beliefs.

Hundreds of pilgrims come here every year via a path extremely difficult for travelling. Added to this is the limitations posed by extreme weather conditions, which makes this trek only ideal for the healthiest people. To ensure that you come here with the right frame of mind and know exactly what you’re getting into, the government has released a detailed Trip Advisory. Here below are the finer points on the same.

1. A situation at high altitude coupled with the fact that the route to here traverses through passes at 19,000 feet. This in combination with inhospitable climate and profound atmosphere challenges the human body to the extreme. Naturally, people having diabetes, high BP, breathing difficulties, heart conditions or chest pain are not 100% physically fit are advised not to undertake this grueling journey.
2. Knowing the symptoms of mountain sickness is crucial for this trip. General problems include vomiting, nausea, appetite loss, sleeping difficulty, lightheadedness, dizziness, weakness, and fatigue are common. Constant presence of headache along with one or more of the other symptoms all through the trek may lead to life-threatening problems and need quick addressing.
3. Proper acclimatization of the body before this trek at high altitude is extremely important. Ideally, it is a 3-phase process with tourists spending three nights at an altitude of 9000 feet and two nights at 15,000 feet and 12,000 feet respectively. Every tour operator must ensure this.
4. During the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra you need to forget all about the material comforts that you’re used to back home. The living conditions here are quite primitive and resources are available only at a rudimentary level. Remaining mentally prepared for hard living is a good idea because it makes you ready for all kinds of hardship is that you may face during the trek.
5. It is important that you undergo a thorough health checkup from reputed hospitals before booking this tour. Trip advisory recommends the following tests -hemoglobin, DLC, TLC, ESR, Rh-type blood group, serum, blood urea and serum creatinine.
6. In case of a medical emergency, it becomes important to airlift the patient to the hospital both in India or Nepal. So, you should make sure that your tour operator provides this facility

Sacred Journey to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by helicopter will make the journey easier and faster. This helicopter package is a luxury tour where you will stay in 5 star Hotel at Kathmandu. You will be flying to Nepalgunj and to Hilsa, from where you will drive to Mansarovar. Please join us in this divine Kailash Journey.

Tour Facts
Kailash Tour 10 Days Ex. Kathmandu (or 8 days Ex. Lucknow )
Fly till Nepal – Tibet border & by Road in Tibet
5 Star Hotel in Kathmandu & 4 Star in Nepalgunj

Note for Chinese Visa Fee :
USD 360 for USA and Canadian passport holder
USD 260 for other passport holders
For Indian passport holder – Visa Fee is included

Registration Process
Email us at yatra.ktm@gmail.com
Scanned passport copies (Colored copied is required for Non-Indian Passport Holders)
Advance payment: USD 300 per person.

Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Your Arrival Time – Airport pickup and transfer to your Hotel.
07:00PM – A short briefing about Kailash Mansarovar Yatra before dinner
Meal: Dinner Only at Hotel
Hotel: 5 Star Hotel – Shangri-La Hotel or similar

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Fly to Nepalgunj
08:00AM – After Breakfast – Half day sightseeing of Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Temple
12:00PM – Packing and preparation for the trip
02.15PM – Drive to Airport for Nepalgunj Flight by domestic air. Transfer to Hotel in Nepalgunj ORdrive to Surkhet (2hrs) and stay at Surkhet Sunny Resort based on situation.
Meal: Breakfast & Lunch at Hotel in Kathmandu, Dinner at Nepalgunj Hotel
Hotel: 4 Star Hotel – Siddhartha Hotel, Surkhet Sunny Resort or similar

Day 03: Fly Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa & Drive to Taklakot
05:15AM – Drive to Airport for flight to Simikot. Rest for few hours at Simikot.
09:00AM – Take Helicopter to Hilsa and wait for other members to arrive at Hilsa( It is a group visa and all have to enter Tibet side in group)
03:00PM – From Hilsa drive to Taklakot and stay at Hotel. We will stay overnight at Simikot, Hilsa or Taklakot depending upon the weather and other situation.
Meal: Breakfast at Nepalgunj or Simikot, Lunch at Hilsa, Dinner at Taklakot
Hotel: Hotel at Taklakot with attached bathroom

Day 04: At Taklakot – Rest Day
All Day – Entire day free for acclimatization.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Hotel at Taklakot with attached bathroom

Day 05: Drive to Manasarovar Lake
09:00AM – Drive towards Mansarovar Lake (90 kms). You will see your first view of Mount Kailash and Mansarovar lake after 3 hrs.
01:00PM – Take holy bath and perform Puja, Parikrama of Mansarovar lake. Stay at Mansarovar lake side Lodge.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge

Day 06: First Day of Outer Kora – Visit Ashtapad & Trek to Dirapuk
09:00AM – Visit Ashtapad – It is almost 20 minutes drive to reach Ashtapad if the Chinese government allows.
09:20AM – At Ashtapad – From Ashtapad you can see a best & closest view of Mount Kailash. You can take your time for pooja.
10:00AM – After short drive, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yama Dwar. This is starting point for Kora. We will trek to Dirapuk (4860 m) which is 12 kms trek (5-6 hrs). You will visit North face of Mt. Kailash and touching the feet of Mt. Kailash (Charan Sparsh). Travelers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen and wait for rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama.
Meal: Breakfast at Mansarovar, Lunch & Dinner at Mansarovar OR on the way during Parikrama
Hotel: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge OR Mud house on the way during Parikrama

Day 07: Second Day of Outer Kora – On to Zuthulpuk with Trek to Dolma La Pass
07:00AM – Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass to Zuthulpuk (22 km trek for 7-8 hours trek) . This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek up to the 18,600 ft. From descend to Gaurikund and further trek along with the river to Zuthulpuk.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Stay at the Lodge (Zutulpuk)

NOTE: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen

Day 08: Drive to Hilsa-Simikot via taklakot
09:00AM – After short Trek (2 hrs), we will reach Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting. From there drive to Hilsa-Simikot via taklakot.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Mansarovar guest house at Simikot or similar

Day 09: Fly to Nepalgunj & Fly back to Kathmandu
09:00AM – Fly Simikot to Nepalgunj / Surkhet and fly back to Kathmandu (or proceed to Lucknow by Road)
Meal: Breakfast at Simikot, Lunch at Nepalgunj, Dinner at Kathmandu
Hotel: 5 Star Hotel – Shangri-La Hotel or similar

Day 10: Transfer to Kathmandu Airport
You will be free till your flight time. We will drop you at Airport 1-2 hour before flight time (30 mins drive).

Meal: Breakfast Only
Optional: Everest Mountain Flight at 06:00 AM, Muktinath & Manakamana Darshan

Note: – Due to weather condition sometimes you may not be able to make your flight at your scheduled time. So we recommend you to keep one day additional while returning and please make sure your ticket is flexible to change your date.

Cost Includes

• 2 nights (Twin sharing) at 5 star Hotel – Hotel Shangri-La with vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• One night in Nepalgunj with vegetarian meals (twin sharing).
• 2 nights at Taklakot (Tibet side) in 3 star category hotel with attached bathroom. At other places in tibet side it will be dormitory Guest House on sharing basis with Tibetan common toilet.
• Pick up & drop transfers in Kathmandu
• One half-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
• Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu air ticket (fixed wing – Yeti Air OR Buddha Air)
• Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj air ticket (Fixed wing – Twin Otter aircraft OR Dronier)
• Simikot – Hilsa – Simikot by Helicopter (only 4 to 6 persons can be carried at a time)
• Domestic airport taxes (all sectors)
• All Indian vegetarian meals in Tibet (breakfast, lunch & dinner) while on the tour
• Transportation in Tibet by Private luxury a/c coach
• Tour around Lake Manasarovar on vehicle
• English speaking Tibetan guide
• One professional tour Manager
• Necessary experienced supporting crew (Cook, Sherpas, tour Manager from Nepal)
• All necessary Kitchen & camping equipments
• Oxygen for emergency use
• Medical kit bag / First Aid kit
• Humla region restricted area permit & royalties
• All applicable taxes & service charges

Cost Excludes

• Horse Riding expenses during the Parikrama
• Your travel insurance. It is mandatory to obtain a insurance for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter.
• Insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation service
• Personal expenses
• Tip for guide & driver
• Extra accommodation charge in Nepalgunj, Simikot and Hilsa if flight is cancelled due to bad weather
• Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Tibet.
• Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances