everest trek in august

Mount Everest
Everest Region

Mt.Everest, No longer Nepal’s Pride?

As we all know, Mt.Everest(8848 m), the highest mountain on Earth is located in Nepal. Much more than a pride symbol, Mt.Everest is also a source of revenue generation as thousands of tourists visit Nepal to trek in the Everest region or to climb Mt.Everest. Nepal is synonymous with trekking all over the world and […]

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Trekking in Nepal

Permits for trekking in Nepal-Infographic

Trekking permits are a necessity if you are planning for trekking in Nepal. Most trekking areas in Nepal are controlled and restricted areas for the protection of local wildlife, ecology, and culture. Trekking areas have numerous check-posts to review trekkers’ permits and control illegal trekking activities. Most of the time, you will need TIMS(Trekker’s Information […]

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Misc

Totobobo Mask for the Streets and Athletes-Travel Tech Series Fourth Edition

Whether you are a local, traveller or an expat living in Nepal, everyone is well-aware of the hazardous air conditions of Nepal and should also be well-prepared. Recently, Nepal’s arguably the most developed city and capital, Kathmandu has been declared the most polluted city in Asia and ranks 3rd most polluted city in the world. […]

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Everest Region

A Quick Introduction to the Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp is a paradise situated high among the clouds, quite literally. Everest Base Camp lies at an elevation of 5380 m and boasts spectacular views of the mountain giants. Mount Everest Base Camp trek is one of the most famous trekking trails in the world along with Annapurna Base Camp trek, Annapurna Circuit, […]

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Misc

Tough smartphones for adventurers-Travel Tech Series Third Edition

Smartphones, which connect every corner in the world together have come a long way in development and innovation. In the past, the concept of phones was limited to tin cans joined by a string. Smartphones have now become so technologically advanced that the average smartphone is said to have better computer powers than NASA had […]

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Everest Region

Best of Everest Base Camp Trek

Standing at 8848 meters, Mt. Everest, known as Sagarmatha to the locals, towers over the Khumbu region of Nepal. Considered one of seven natural wonders of the world, Everest holds a sacred place in the hearts of all mountaineers, trekkers and locals alike. Though Everest Base Camp Trek becomes increasingly popular with each passing of […]

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Misc

Guide to date like a local in Kathmandu

Valentine’s day just passed by but should lovebirds limit themselves to this particular day to shower some love? We think not. But like it or not, Valentine’s Day has become a global festival and is not going away anytime soon, including in Nepal. In the realm of romanticism, traditional manner of going on a date […]

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Misc

Unique traditions in Nepal

Nepal, a beautifully intricate garden of over a hundred different ethnic groups, also naturally has countless numbers of unique traditions. Though trekking in Nepal is a major attraction for tourists, culture and traditional attractions are also strong attraction factors. Some traditions stem from ancient religious origins while some are specific to only one ethnic community. […]

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Misc

Experience thrill of mountain trail’s uphill and downhill slopes-Travel Tech Second Edition

On the second edition of ‘Travel Tech series’, we will be featuring something a little bit different. The word ‘travel tech’ may generally imply some sleek futuristic electronic gadget which fits in the palm of your hands-something like a new smartphone designed for trekkers or satellite phones. However, Travel tech definition is broad and includes […]

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Kalinchowk Peak
Rolwaling Region
Trekking in Nepal

Kalinchowk Trek

Kalinchowk, which lies in Dolakha district is an increasingly popular trekking destination in Nepal. It is relatively close to Kathmandu (approx. 132 km from Kathmandu) and hence, popular among domestic travelers. ‘Kalinchowk’ is named after a hill-top temple in the area known as Kalinchowk Bhagwati dedicated to Kali (a Hindu goddess associated with power and […]

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mountain teaser trees
’Going to the mountains
is going home.’
- John Muir
‘Great things are done when
men and mountains meet.’
- William Blake
‎’There is no such thing as bad weather,
only inappropriate clothing.’
- Sir Ranulph Fiennes