Adrenaline Adventure In Nepal - Part II
In part one of this article, we looked into 5 adrenaline activities that one must try during their visit to Nepal. Continuing further, we look into 5 more adventurous activities in this part of the article.
Rafting
Did you know that Nepal has approximately 6000 rivers? Each river is an opportunity for adrenaline seekers to indulge in the pure serenity of water. The strength of rivers are classified into 6 classes:
a. Class 1: Easy
b. Class 2: Novice
c. Class 3: Beginner/ (intermediate) level
d. Class 4: Advanced Level
e. Class 5: Expert Level
f. Class 6: Extreme
Amongst the rivers currently open to rafting the grading is as follows:
I. Karnali River: Class IV-V (180 Km in length)
II. Tamur River: Class IV (120 Km in length)
III. Sunkoshi River: Class III-IV (270 Km in length)
IV. Kali Gandaki River: Class IV- V (90 Km in length)
V. Seti River: Class III-IV
VI. Bhotekoshi River: Class III to V (22 km in length)
VII. Marshyandgdi River: Class IV-V (27 km in length)
VIII. Trisuli River: Class III-IV
IX. Bheri River: Class III (105 Km in length)
Many potential sites exist, but dams and weirs are hindering the growth of rafting. The rafting season in Nepal spans from March-May and September to November. The months from June to mid-September features massive flooding due to the monsoon.
Mountain Biking
The thrill of experiencing the rugged terrain of Nepal on a mountain bike is an opportunity like no other. Nepal's potential in this sport is immense due to our nation's geography that provides the rider with the chance to experience the world in an oyster. The current go to destinations are Mustang and the epic Annapurna circuit in the Himalayas; Manjushri Trail in Kathmandu; Lakure via Surya Binayak in Bhaktapur and Sunpandali- Thulakot Loop in western Nepal.
1.Trekking
As they say, while on foot, an individual gets to truly take in the beauty of the surrounding. Nepal is an acclaimed trekking destination with multiple trails and circuits that allow a trekker to truly breathe in the beauty of nature. Nepal's geological diversity is both a blessing and a curse, but the rise in trekking has allowed remote households the opportunity to expand their income.
The landscape of Nepal offers trails of every grade and class. It doesn't matter if you're a novice or an adrenaline junkie who wishes to conquer the Himalayas on foot. Nepal offers a prospect for all. Various private and governmental interventions such as community tourism projects and the national conservation act has ensured the sustainability of tourism and trekking in Nepal.
Some of the major trekking routes of Nepal are as follows:
1. Annapurna Circuit Trek
2. Everest Base Camp Trek
3. The newly mapped Sisne Upper and Lower Trek in Western Nepal
4. Mardi Himal Trek
5. Ghorepani- Poon Hill Trek
6. Upper Mustang Trek
7. Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek
8. Manslu Trek
9. Langtang Trek
10. Kanchenjunga Region Trek
11. Limi Valley Trek in Humla
12. Rolwaling Valley Trek
13. Tsum Valley Trek
14. Kapuche Lake Trek
Trekking in Nepal is seasonal. The best time of the year is Spring, Autumn and Pre-Winter. But, trekking routes that fall under the shadow of the Trans-Himalaya can trek during the monsoon. The major hurdle during the monsoon is the disruption in the road and air networks of the country due to heavy rainfall.
Ultralight
Ultralight aircraft allow the adventurer to discover the majesty of the land from an eagle-eye perspective. Currently, micro-flights are run in the valley of Pokhara. Ultralight flights were introduced in the year 1997 AD. With the first successful professional flight in Pokara, the sport gained rapid popularity.
Ultralight Flight Facts
Best Season: From September to May
Take off and Landing Location: Pokhara Airport
Maximum Body Weight: Up to 100 KG
Flight Durations: 15, 30, 60 and 90 minutes