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Nepal becomes popular for adventure sports day by day

Shailesh Pokharel

Nepal becomes popular for adventure sports day by day

  • 2 years ago

Nepal becomes popular for adventure sports day by day in the recent years. Nepal is a mountainous country having hundreds of snowcapped mountains, glaciers, icefalls, glacial lakes, thousands of rivers and rivulets. Green hills, rocky cliffs and lakes have made Nepal a haven for adventure sports activities.

Thousands of international tourists come to Nepal to experience adventure sports activities besides peak climbing in Nepal, Nepal Tour, Nepal Trekking and Mountaineering in Nepal . Moreover, after the advancement of information and communication technology, the tourism industry of Nepal got publicity across the globe. Social media platforms have also spread the scope of mountain tourism in Nepal all over the world.

1,310 snowcapped peaks from the Far East to the Far West have promoted peak climbing in Nepal. Likewise, eight 8,000ers have attracted thousands of daredevils for climbing 8,000m plus mountains.

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Nepal has become more popular for adventure sports day by day because the government and public have worked together to develop more local destinations across the country. The collaboration of the government and the public has promoted tourism industry of Nepal all over the world.

Nepal offers several adventure sports activities from natural landmarks to manmade landmarks. There are hundreds of rivers, rocky cliffs, steep hills, hill stations and lakes that have created tens of adventure sports activities in Nepal. Those who want to have a lifelong experience of mountaineering and trekking in Nepal have tens of things to do here.

This blog intends to mention top adventure sports to make Nepal a popular day by day. Let’s take a quick look into the top 10 adventure sports in Nepal.

White Water Rafting & Kayaking

Nepal is some of the most popular countries for whitewater rafting and kayaking in the world. There are above 6,000 rivers and rivulets flowing from the Himalayas and hills to the plain Tarai Region.  The rapid currents of these water bodies are supportive to white water rafting in Nepal.

You can find one-day to multi-day river rafting packages according to your vacation and interest. Most of the first class rivers offer you adventure sports to experience Class I –IV currents because their water mass is almost always same. Some of the whitewater rafting rivers are Trishuli, Bhote Koshi, Sun Koshi, Seti River, Kali Gandaki and Karnali River.

Most of these whitewater rafting rivers flows along deep gorges across the green forests. While sailing along the rivers, you will enjoy the mesmerizing views of the Himalayas, green hills and high altitude villages. The bird watching tour is also a highlight of whitewater rafting in Nepal.

Besides whitewater rafting, kayaking in Nepal is another adventure sport famous amongst international tourists. Moving along the easy and rapid currents of the river is a lifetime experience.

The months except July and August are the best season for whitewater rafting and kayaking in Nepal. In July and August, it is monsoon season in Nepal, so rivers are swollen with flood and landslides.

Bungee Jumping & Swing

Bungee Jumping & Swing are other activities that Nepal has become popular for adventure sports day by day. Jumping off a suspension bridge or a manmade tower with a freefall above a fast flowing river of a manmade pool is another feat that every daredevil loves to do.

The first site of bungee jumping in Nepal is of the Last Resort over the Bhote Koshi River, Sindhupalchowk.  It is just about three hours’ drive from the Kathmandu Valley.

Besides this, the Cliff at Kushma and the High Ground bungee Jumping in Pokhara are popular sites for bungee jumping in Nepal. Swinging above the Bhote Koshi River, the Kali Gandaki River and a lake is the most thrilling experience you can have while trekking in Nepal.

Paragliding in Pokhara

Just imagine how it feels flying like a hawk over the plains, turquoise water and hills! A bird’s eye view over the mesmerizing hills, Himalayas and plains are possible by paragliding in Nepal.

Paragliding in Nepal is one of the adventure sports activities that are in every tourist’s bucket list. Currently, paragliding sports activity is available in the Lake City Pokhara, also called the Tourism Capital of Nepal.

The launching site of paragliding in Pokhara is Sarangkot, which is also popular for the best sunrise view in Nepal. After about 30-minutes’ driving, you reach Sarangkot Hill Station. Then, start paragliding and enjoy the splendid views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Massifs. Moreover, the scenery of the lakes, green hills, and beautiful Pokhara City from above 3,000m looks extraordinary. You won’t forget the experience of paragliding adventure in Nepal.

Rock Climbing & Wall Climbing

For those who find peak climbing and mountaineering boring and risky, they can experience rock climbing and wall climbing in Nepal. Although there are hundreds of sites suitable for such adventure sports activities, only some are popular.

Rock Climbing is the reason Nepal has become popular for adventure sports day by day. With the help of climbing rope, crampons and harness, you will climb up a rocky foot hill.

Rock climbing in Nagarjun Hill in the Shivapuri National Park, Hattiban and Pharping are popular adventure sports activities in the Kathmandu Valley.

Nearby Bandipur, the Queen of Hills, Bimal Nagar Rock Climbing is another adventure sports activity in Nepal. Bimal Nagar Rock Climbing site is just 5 hours drive from Kathmandu and 2 hours’ drive from Pokhara.

Rock Climbing in Bimal Nagar offers you many single and multi-pitch climbing routes for the rock climbing lovers. During the climb, you will enjoy the stunning views of the Marshyangdi River and Mt. Manaslu (8,163m). Moreover, every year, there happens Bimal Nagar Rock Climbing competition in which national and international rock climbers take part in.

Mountain Biking Tour in Nepal

Mountain biking has become an adventure sports activity in Nepal because of the expansion of new road tracks to the Mountain Region. Although a small country in area, the Hilly and the Himalayan Regions cover almost 67% of the total area.

Adventure lovers have travelled to different hilly and Himalayan trails suitable for mountain biking tours. You can find mountain biking trails from easy to challenging ones. Thus, you can choose the trails according to your experience and interest.

The mountain biking trails go past from plain land to steep hills and downhill rides. Riding your mountain bike through these tracks not only rewards you with beautiful nature and diverse culture but also gives a sense of true adventure.

There are 10s of mountain biking trails in Nepal. However, the Top 5 Mountain Biking Trails are Mountain Biking Tours around the Kathmandu Valley, Mountain Biking Tour from Pokhara to Kathmandu, Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking Tour, Mustang Mountain Biking Tour and Lower Everest Region Mountain Biking Tour.

Ice Climbing in Nepal

Ice climbing is an adventure sports activity in Nepal that substitute rock climbing. The winter season is the best time for Nepal’s Ice Climbing adventure. Climbing ice walls and frozen waterfalls in the Himalayas rewards you with amazing Himalayan views and exciting climbing conditions.

Mountaineers and adventure lovers choose this adventure sports instead of rock climbing, peak climbing and trekking in Nepal. Ice climbing offers you a lifetime opportunity to experience challenging climb and tranquil surroundings.

The most popular ice climbing spots are Eagle West Waterfall and Jean Coudery Waterfall in the Langtang Region. Similarly, Kwangde Waterfall and NONNEP Waterfall in the Everest Region are famous among adventure lovers from around the globe.

Sky Diving in Nepal

Sky Diving is one of the extreme adventure sports activities in the world. Thousands of daredevils experience this adventure activity every year.

Sky Diving in Nepal is more popular because of the Himalayas looming from the east to the west. Sky Diving is done from a plane or a chopper from 11,000 feet to 23,000 feet height.

The popular spots for sky diving in Nepal are the Everest Region and the Pokhara Valley. Everest Sky Diving is done at Gorakshep (5,164m) and Kalapatthar (5,644m). While flying like a hawk, you will be enjoying the splendid vistas of Everest (8,848m) and other Great Himalayas.

Sky Diving in Pokhara is done from 11,000 feet. During the diving, you will enjoy the mesmerizing views of the Pokhara Valley and Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu mountains.

Canoeing

Canoeing is an adventure activity which demands different skills such as walking, climbing, swimming and scrambling as well. Travelling along a canyon is an off-the-beaten-path activity that requires a good physical fitness level.

Canoeing in Nepal is available for beginners, experienced ones and couples. This adventure activity offers you with lifestyle of people and natural scenery along the river routes.

The best seasons for canoeing in Nepal are the spring, summer and autumn. The winter and monsoon seasons are not safe and suitable for this activity.

The most popular canoeing rivers are the Trishuli, Sun Koshi, Bhote Koshi, Marsyangdi, Kali Gandaki, Karnali and Arun. Sundarijal, Kathmandu and Jalbire Canyon, Chitwan are famous canoeing spots in Nepal.

Zip Lining

Ziplining in Nepal is a new adventure sport activity. Nonetheless, this activity has made Nepal popular for adventure sport activity day by day.

While swinging in a single box, you will enjoy the breathtaking views of snowcapped mountains and green hills. The popular ziplining spots in Nepal are Dhulikhel, Chandragiri, Hills, Makawanpur, Kushma, Kurintar, Nuwakot and Dharan respectively.

High Ground Adventures has set up and operated the longest, fastest and highest zipline in Nepal. Located in Pokhara, the Tourism Capital in Nepal, this zipline is 2,000 feet altitude with a speed of 100 miles per hour.

While flying down hills, you will see the Annapurna Massif and Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m) including beautiful lakes and green hills.

Skiing & Snowboarding

Skiing and snowboarding are also new adventure sport activities in Nepal. Therefore, you cannot experience in most places.

Ski Village in Kalinchowk, Dolakha provides a lifetime experience of skiing and snowboarding. Located at the height of 12,000 feet, the village receives thick layers of snow. Thus, you can experience these adventure activities in the winter season. Both beginner and professional skiers and snowboarders can try out this adventure sport here.

Besides this, the Khumbu Region and the Annapurna Region are options for skiers and snowboarders looking for more challenge. Mera Peak in the Khumbu Region and Annapurna Base Camp are the excellent spots for skiing and snowboarding.

Concluding Section There are many snowcapped mountains, high hills, fast-flowing rivers and deep canyons in Nepal. You can find activities from white water rafting to skiing and snowboarding according to your experience and expectation. Hence, Nepal has become popular for adventure sports day by day.

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