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Nothing can prepare you for the exhilaration of adventure tourism in Nepal which involves river rafting. The land is exquisitely poised between high peaks and lush vegetation. One gets the feeling that it is more than just gravity which impels the foaming water downwards and forwards. It is almost as though the water has a frenzied purpose as it spares nothing in its torrential march towards the plains of the Indian heartland.
Nepal has traditionally been a popular destination for adventure travel with young and not so young back packers. The mix of ancient religions and tradition with the mountains and the freedom they bring to the way of life has been the main attraction. Adventure travel tourists have always been welcomed in Nepal as the economy has been largely dependent on tourism.
Adventure travel in Nepal offers something for everyone. This lovely little country nestling in the mighty Himalayas has some of the world’s highest mountains in the north and tropical forests in the lowlands in addition to rivers and lakes. Mild weather makes possible to enjoy numerous extreme adventure sports here and best of all adventure travel in Nepal is extremely cheap. If the magnificent peaks in the north of Nepal challenge you to climb, trek or bike in their midst, the dense tropical forests of the low lying Terai region beckon you to come on a jungle safari.
Adventure Tourism, Nepal offers you the excitement of bungee jumping from what is probably the highest bungee jumping site in the world. Nepal's first bungee jumping site is situated 160m over the wild Bhote Kosi River not far from the Nepal-Tibet border. The thrill of bungee jumping surrounded by some of the highest mountains in the world is truly an opportunity not to be missed by the lovers of adventure tourism, Nepal provides.
Adventure tourism Nepal reached lofty heights with the introduction of hang gliding. Soar like an eagle in the Himalayan skies when you opt for hang gliding over the cities, lakes and mountains of Nepal. The natural beauty of Nepal and the clement weather have made this sport much sought after by the seekers of new adventure tourism in Nepal.
The Himalayan kingdom of Nepal offers satisfaction to the body, mind and soul. You can quench your thirst for adventure tourism in Nepal as you can indulge in most outdoor activities at a very reasonable price. The magnificent mountains are perfect for climbing and trekking and are the origin of most of the mighty rivers of Asia. These rivers offer an opportunity to participate in various water adventure sports for both the experienced and beginner. Adventure tourism Nepal has can compare favorably with any other part of the world at a fraction of the cost and is more authentic and rugged.
Sagarmatha National Park, the area surrounding Mount Everest that provides adventure tourism Nepal is famous for, is northeast of Kathmandu. Extending over eleven hundred square miles, it s the perfect example of Himalayan ecology. Establishment of this park in July 1976 was a great boost to adventure tourism, Nepal. In 1979 the park was declared a World Heritage Site.
Nepal is home to several old historic towns that are worth visiting on your adventure travel to that country. Dhulikhel, which lies about thirty kilometers east of the capital Kathmandu is one such town which flourished in the past as an important link and trading center on the old route between Nepal and Tibet. It stands on the Arniko Highway, or royal route that leads to Lhasa and is still a beautiful town with plenty to see and do.
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