Multi Activity Thrill - Wet & Wild Adventure

(11 days)

This is a fun-filled all multi- activity adventure trip that takes you canyoning, rafting and
kayaking over Trishuli, a powerful Himalayan river, plus bungy jumping and taking a free fall
over the Bhote Koshi gorge. This trip will have your adrenaline pumping and screaming for
more! Jungle safari at Chitwan National Park, including elephant rides and canoeing adds on to
this trip's fun factor. A sightseeing tour to Kathmandu's medieval palaces, temples and
monasteries will also enlighten you on the nation's rich cultural and religious heritage. Take this
fun-filled and exciting trip and indulge yourself to the fullest!

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 3: Kathmandu - Trishuli
Day 4: River Activities
Day 5: White water kayak
Day 6: Drive to Chitwan National Park
Day 7: Jungle Safari
Day 8: Return to Kathmandu & drive to Nagarkot or Dhulikhel
Day 9: (Option 1:) Bike downhill to Dhulikhel & drive back to Kathmandu
(Option 2:) Bungy Jumping at the Last Resort
Day 10: Free day in Kathmandu for independent activities
Day 11: Depart Kathmandu

TRIP FACTS

Trip length: 11 Days

Activity: Sightseeing, rafting, kayaking, wildlife safari, mountain bike or bungy jumping.
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel & resort

Transportation: Flights and private car
Testimonials

"We came to know about Explore Himalaya through Google. We had an absolutely fantastic trip!
This was a trip of a lifetime and we are so grateful that your wonderful staff was able to give us
this incredible adventure."

Name: Alina & Gordon McLeod

Country: Canada
Area: EBC Trek & Wet & Wild Tour
Date: May, 2009

TRAVEL DATES

No fixed Date. Best season for this trip is Spring & Autumn

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu

Flying to Kathmandu along the northern border of Nepal on a clear day is in itself an exciting
and memorable experience as exotic panoramic view of snow-capped Himalayan peaks sprawls
before you. We meet you at airport and escort you to your hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing

Kathmandu sightseeing tour begins immediately after early

morning delicious breakfast. We visit Pashupatinath temple, a very sacred Hindu pilgrimage site
where we get a chance to witness religious Hindu ritual and cremation ritual. Buddhist stupa of
Boudhanath is another significant religious site for Buddhist sects. We then head towards
Swayambunath where we can capture a majestic view of the entire Kathmandu valley.
Thereafter, we continue our leisurely sightseeing of Patan. Patan is 5kms away from Kathmandu
Valley on the South-East. Patan Durbar Square, Mahaboudha Temple, Kumbeshwor temple,
Krishna Temple and Golden Temple are the major attractions of Patan.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Royal Beach Camp

We take a 3 hrs drive from Kathmandu early in the morning and arrive at the Royal Beach
Camp. We move into our bamboo beach hut and get ready for the day’s activities. After an early
lunch we go rafting in the mighty Trisuli river. We punch some rapids like Ladies Delight,
Monsoon, Upset and Surprise. After returning to the camp we have a snack and in the late
afternoon play beach volleyball or just relax in the camp's lounge. There is also a bar at the camp
that has a simple selection of drinks.Later in the evening we enjoy a simple dinner prepared by
the camp's chef.

Day 4: River Activities - canyoning

After breakfast we get equipped for canyoning. We walk together

with our guide, approx 1½ hour, up into the hills. As we make our way to Change canyon, we
pass local villages and farms. After reaching the top of the hill we enter the canyon. We walk and
slide through the creek, through the dense jungle until all of a sudden we reach the top of a 35
meter waterfall! We absail down a series of bigger waterfalls and jump and slide in the smaller
ones. This is a fantastic thrill! We have a picnic lunch on the way down the canyon. In the
afternoon we return to the Royal Beach Camp for some rest and dinner. Overnight at the camp.

Day 5: White water kayak/ rafting

Today we try out white water kayak. The level of kayaking is

adjusted according to your previous experience. For the beginner the day is done as an
introduction to kayaking. You start with learning basic paddling and rescue techniques. The day
ends with a bit of river running. For the kayaker with previous experience we run a section of the
river suitable for your level. For someone not wanting to kayak this day can also be done as a
second day of rafting, there is also an option to take a rest day or go for a hike in the
surroundings. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Beach Camp.
Day 6: Drive to Chitwan National Park

Today we drive to Chitwan National Park! Chitwan National Park

has been enlisted in natural World Heritage Site. The park offers a unique and exceptional
wildlife experience, being the home to several rare species, in particular, the one-horned
rhinoceros, bear, wild boar, deer, bison, crocodiles etc. After lunch we mount elephants that take
us to the elephant-breeding center where we meet elephant babies and learn more about our new
best friends. We stay the night at the safari lodge.

Day 7: Jungle Safari

We surrender to the pure pleasure of jungle activities. Safari excursion includes Elephant safari,
Wildlife safari, jeep safari, canoeing and bird watching. Unlike African animals, those in
Chitwan tend to be rather solitary and shy, but the chances of sightseeing these are very high
owing to the expertise and experiences of experienced guides.Today we continue to explore the
park in jeep, and go for a few hours safari, looking for rhinos, tigers, elephants, wild boars and
the masses of beautiful birds living here. In the evening we visit a Tharu village and enjoy a
cultural program. We stay the night at the safari lodge.

Day 8: Return to Kathmandu & drive to Nagarkot or Dhulikhel

After delicious breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. We have two options for the next day's
activity biking or bungy jumping.If we choose biking we head towards Nagarkot and if we want
to bungy we head towards Dhulikhel.
Nagarkot, at 2100 m is a hill resort located 30 Kms away from Kathmandu. From here we get
breathtaking panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Manaslu and Gauri Shankar. Nagarkot
accommodates finest of resorts, hotels, restaurants and cafes. We will spend our night at one of
the best resort or hotel in Nagarkot. In the evening, we can catch the most magnificent sunset
view in Nagarkot. Dhulikhel (1550m) is also popular for the wonderful Himlayan vistas. Located
on Arniko highway that leads to Tibet, Dhulikhel has several comfortable resorts and hotels.
Day 9: (Option 1:) Bike downhill to Dhulikhel & drive back to Kathmandu

(Option 2:) Bungy Jumping at The Last Resort

Option 1: We get up early in the morning to catch a beautiful dawn, the golden sunlight
spreading and lighting up the snowy Himalayan peaks. After a leisurely breakfast we commence
our biking adventure along the leisurely trail to Dhulikhel through interesting Nepalese
countryside. As we approach Dhulikhel, we pass through Newari settlements, lush vegetation
and rich birdlife. Dhulikhel covers a larger area than Nagarkot and houses Newari settlements in
majority. En route, we can even interact with local people and get enlightened on historical and
cultural aspects. On arrival at Dhulikhel we board the vehicle and drive to Kathmandu.

Option 2: We take a drive of around 2 and a half hrs towards the Tibetan border and reach 'The
Last Resort' a perfect place for exciting adventures. The resort is located on top of a green river
gorge and is connected to the main road by a metal suspension bridge 166 meters long and 160
meters high. Bungeeing from here is the ultimate rush as this is one of the longest free-falls in
the world. Bungy jumping from a 160 meters high bridge suspended over a tropical gorge will
get your adrenaline pumping and have you screaming for more.

Day 10: Free day in Kathmandu for independent activities

A day set aside for independent activities such as exploring the town on your own, souvenir
hunting or simply relaxing at hotel.

Day 11: Depart Kathmandu

Transfer to the airport in time to catch your flight home

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