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Tender Lives Lighted - Update on the Each One, Teach One Project

Recently I along with my family visited our ancestral home in Nuwakot. Our family home, a large and ancient building, which my grandfather built, had taken on a pleasing look after the renovation. Of course, the building has retained its old world charm but the modern amenities which has been fitted with, made our stay comfortable and easy. In fact, I am ready to welcome any guest or visitor who wish to visit Nuwakot to stay at my ancestral home.
In Nuwakot, I got the chance to meet the children whose education has been sponsored by our Each One, Teach One Project. The children had come along with their guardians and parents. As I saw the bright and eager faces of these children, I realized how little it takes to make a difference in these children's lives.

All of them expressed their gratitude to the generous sponsors. Among the 16 sponsored children (Prabina Acharya, Rama Nepal and Dipesh Nepal) could not come for a visit. But I assure their sponsors that an update on their progress will soon be posted. Here is a detailed report on each child's progress. more.....

Jomsom Travel Guide

Jomsom is a small town in the upper Kaligandaki valley in Nepal, at an altitude of 2770 m.Jomsom is the capital of the Mustang district and lies on the Annapurna Circuit .An excursion around Jomsom situated on the bank of Kali Gandaki River dominated by massive Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri peaks gives a truly rewarding experience of a lifetime. The Kaligandaki River is older than the Himalayas and its gorge is the world's deepest gorge.Jomsom is more correctly known as Dzongsam or New Fort. It is the only area offering green landscapes, high mountains, turquoise lake, holy temples, monasteries and roaring rivers. more.........

Nagarkot Travel Guide

Nagarkot is internationally renowned resort set on the edge of the Kathmandu valley. This hilltop resort is surrounded by thickly forested hills of pine trees which gives you an idyllic escape. Nagarkot has an array of different types of accommodation from top-end resorts to small lodges. Nagarkot is located 32 kilometers east of capital city Kathmandu. It is ideal hilltop venue to acclimatize for high altitude adventures, exquisite and magnificent view of sunset and sun rise, as it is located at 7200 ft above sea level and is the second highest point on the valley rim.
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Dhulikhel Travel Guide

Dhulikhel, striking town is popular for its natural beauty and ancient traditions. Dhulikhel is ideal for snow-capped peaks, sunrise, sunset The Himalayan ranges from the twin crest of Mt. Langtang in the west to the Mt. Everest in the east can be clearly viewed. The town is situated at an altitude of 5,500 ft above sea level, 30 km. east of Kathmandu on the side of Arniko Highway on the way towards Tibet. more....

Godavari Travel Guide

Godavari is a small village prominent with its rich cultural heritage and amazing scenic beauty. This enchanting village is situated at the foot hills of Phulchoki, the highest hill of Valley, approximately 5000 feet above sea level, and 14 km southeast of the city Kathmandu. This place has its own significance because of the Nepal's only Royal Botanical Garden and the Godavari Temple. The Royal Botanical Garden is landscaped over 72 hectares of land. Over 500 species of plants can be found in the various gardens. Godavari is a famous picnic spots. more.....

BHAKTAPUR- City of Devotees

Bhaktapur, an ancient city, is also known as Bhadgaon.This City of Devotees is world renowned for its historical temples, ancient monuments, the traditional settlements of the inhabitants, colorful festivals, traditional dances, elegant art, fabulous culture, Durbar Square and uncountable art masterpieces. This historical city is said to be established by King Ananda Deva in 9th century. This city is about 14km east of Kathmandu, the capital city. It is spreads over an area of 6.88 square kilometers. Bhaktapur is much more quiet and tranquil then Kathmandu and Patan. more......

PATAN THE CITY OF ARTIST:

Patan, the historic city is also termed as the City of Fine Arts, which is rich in culture, crafts having thousand years of history. It is considered as one of the ancient cities, having full of Hindu temples as well as Buddhist monuments where all ethnic communities belonging to both Hinduism and Buddhism have embraced each other in harmony .and peace. The city is, just 5km south east to the Capital city Katmandu. more....

Annapurna Travel Guide

The Annapurna region lies in central Nepal. Named after the Hindu goddess Annapurna (the bestower of food), who is regarded as a manifestation of goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. The chief mountains in this region include the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu Himal. more.....

Primus Power Gas – An Efficient, Odorless,Smokeless and Eco Friendly Fuel Alternative

For high altitude trekking and mountaineering expeditions, instead of using kerosene, we recommend the use of a special kind of primus gas as fuel. Explore Himalaya has used a gas called Primus Power Gas, made in Sweden, on the trekking trips and expeditions that the company has organized. more........

Chitwan Travel Guide: Exploring the Jungle of Chitwa

With its lush forests and exotic fauna which include the rare one horned rhino, the Royal Bengal tiger, crocodiles, elephants, deer and over four-hundred species of birds, the Royal Chitwan National Park offers one of the finest wildlife experiences in Asia. Lying in the Terai belt, and ringed by the Churia Hills, Chitwan is flanked by the rivers Rapti, Reu and Narayani . The Royal Chitwan National Park was established in 1973 and is the oldest National Park in Nepal. The park became a World Heritage Site in 1984. It covers a total area of 932 sq. kms.more.....

A Group 7 Dutch Trek to Kanchanjunga Base Camp
"Dherai ramro trek! A very well organized Trek!

In the month of Oct - Nov'07 Explore Himalaya organized a trek to Kanchenjunga Base camp in Eastern Nepal for a group of 7 Dutch trekkers. After the completion of their trek, the Dutch group came for a last visit to the Explore office on 29th Nov. The group of seven, who are also very good friends, expressed their appreciation to the Explore team for a well organized trek. When asked how the trek went, their refrain was, "A very well organized trek. We enjoyed it thoroughly. Whenever we wanted something, Bagbir (the sirdar) answered 'No problem,' and really we never faced any problem." more........

4th International Elephant Race 2007– Chitwan Elephant Festival 26th -28th Dec

Like in the previous two years, the deeply wooded Sauraha tourist village in Chitwan is playing host to the 4th International Elephant Race(26th – 28th Dec). The first International Elephant Race was held in December 26th and 27th 2005, where twenty-nine elephants took part in the race under different national and international banners. This event saw a tremendous participation of around 15,000 domestic and international tourists. The event was covered by different national and international TV channels (BBC, Chinese and Indian TV channels, plus coverage by the national media). Please clik here to participate in elephant race .

Kathmandu – The Legends and Myths that Surround the Valley

Kathmandu, a city filled with medieval temples and palaces and modern high rise structures, is a fusion of the old and the new. With a rich past and a history that speaks of gods and goddesses mingling with mere mortals, one can find a story behind every temple, monument, locality or festival. Kathmandu abounds in tales and legends. Here are some of the few popular ones that surround the city and its monuments. more......

The Trek from Makalu Base Camp via Sherpani Col to the Solo Khumbu region
“One of the Best Challenging Treks that Nepal has to Offer” – Armandus Dirk

Explore Himalaya organized a trek to Makalu Base camp for Eveline Wessels, Armand Dirks and Frank Van Hulst, from the Netherlands. They did not follow our usual itinerary of 23 days but had an extended one of 26 days and they took a different route. After reaching the Makalu Base Camp, instead of making their descent, they climbed further up to the Upper & Lower Barun glacier till they reached Baruntse BC (6140m), the highest point on the trek. more........

Travel Guide: On the Lap of the Mighty Sagarmatha - Solu_Khumbu or Everest region

The Everest or Solu-Khumbu region lies on the eastern part of Nepal. Inhabited by the mountain people who have lived in harmony with their surroundings for hundreds of years, the Solu-Khumbu region has still retained its age old practices. The region which has some of the world’s tallest peaks gained fame with the identification of the world’s tallest peak Everest (8848m) in this region. more......

Another Successful Mera Peak Expedition

Explore Himalaya organized another successful expedition to Mera peak for three Americans and a British climber. The group commenced their journey from Kathmandu on 29th October with a flight to Phaplu. more.......

A new concept for Traveling across the Tibetan Plateau

Touring in The Motor Homes - Mount Kailash & Manasarovar Yatra

Italians Ascend Island Peak and Mera Peak

In the month of October 2007, the premises of Explore Himalaya was abuzz with expedition teams leaving and returning. Martino Morretti from Italy led an all Italian group of 14 to Island Peak. more....

Explore Himalaya’s New Partners for the Tibet Tours: Kelsang and Mingma

From the growing popularity of destination Tibet among tourists, we have come to realize the need for more partners to ensure a smooth operation of all tours, treks and any special events operated and marketed by EH. In this connection, we have signed up two new partners Kelsang Norbu and Mingma for our Tibet operations. more.....

Shishapangma Expedition, Via the South Face a Success

Shishapangma is regarded as one of the easiest 8000m peak to climb. Ranked the fourteenth highest peak in the world, Shishapangma is also well known for its high velocity winds. More often then not, the strong winds coupled with heavy snowing has forced a number of expeditions to abandon their ascent to the peak This was what happened with the September 2007 expedition more..........

To Wed like Royalty: Explore Himalaya and Travel Directors Turn Wedding Planners

Envisage a Nepali traditional marriage involving paanche bajas(traditional wedding band),elephants, horses, palanquin and a Brahmin priest officiating over the wedding rites. Explore Himalaya has successfully planned and organized more then 10 such weddings for foreign couples.more.......

Danish Climbers Scale Mera Peak (6654m)

We are happy to announce that the expedition to Mera peak that we organized for the Autumn 2007 Danish group has been a success. There were nine members in the team. The trek for the peak started from Lukla on 11th Oct. more......

On the Trail to Rara Lake : Nicholas and Caroline Evans ( UK )Hikes to Rara
(14th-26th Oct 2007)

A good host always looks after the comfort and pleasure of his guests. We, at Explore Himalaya, try to be more than an agency that organizes treks, expeditions and tours. We try to be a good host to the guests who visit our country. more.......

A Group of 16 (Danish and Norwegians) does the Everest Base Camp Trek (October2007)

Claus Andreasen from Denmark is a tour leader with Kipling Travel (Explore Himalaya’s Danish travel partner). He says he loves to visit Nepal and especially the classic Everest Base camp trek. Just back from his ninth Everest Base Camp trek with a group of sixteen trekkers (including himself), Claus visited our office and talked with us on the morning of 28th Oct’07. more......

Article about our Lhakpa Ri expedition by our FIT client Dale Wagner, published in California Mountaineering Club newsletter.

After having been on several 6000 m peaks in the Andes, I had the urge to try something higher. The normal climbing season for the Himalaya and most climbs in the 7000-8000 m range is either the spring or the fall. Unfortunately for me as a university professor, this is also the same time that school is in session making it impossible to do an extended international trip at that time of the year. However, I decided to take a year off from teaching in 2004, and realizing that this was my opportunity (and maybe only chance) to get to the Himalaya, I started making plans for a 7000 m ascent. more.......

On the Lord Baden Powell Trail - New route in Langtang

The Government of Nepal recently announced a new trekking route in the Ganesh Himal area and a peak nearby ,at Langtang valley, north of Kathmandu, to be named after the founder of International Scouts ,Lord Baden Powell. more...

A Tribute to Lord Baden Powell and the Scouting Spirit

In the year 1907, a camp for young boys was organized by Robert Baden Powell, at Brownsea Island in England. Twenty boys spent twelve days divided into patrols, going on hikes, learning how to cook outdoors without utensils, learning patriotism and having a great time. This was the first scout’s camp. The success of this camp led to the formation of many more scout groups and camps. more....

Our New Tours

Tibet winter special tour 12 dyas

Kathmandu to Beijing Via Xian Train Tour 21 Days

New fixed departures

Fixed departures for Tibet in 2008

Fixed departures Our Nepal trips scheduled for 2008

Wonder of the Himalaya - Toy Train in Darjeeling

Years come years go, new generations take to modernization and with this comes a new wave of change, but Toy Train in Darjeeling stills remains as appealing as before and more so. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a dream project of Franklin Prestage and most popularly known by the name 'Toy Train', has today become a travellers' destination, poets' inspiration, lovers' paradise, movie makers' favourite shooting spot and a pride of Himalaya. more.....

Yala Peak and Naya Kanga

Climb two easy peaks within 3 weeks in Langtang area.

Alternative route to Cho-Oyu opened

Cho oyu Expedition

New fixed departure dates

Bhutan - 1/12 Octobre 2007 Dragon heart experience ///
Tibet - 2008 new dates - 11 day overland tour Lhasa to Kathmandu

Project Himalaya Everest Expedition 2007

Project Himalaya Everest Expedition 2007 team Consisted of Mr James Stuart McGuinness (leader), Mr Gavin Michel Attwood, Ms Kiristi Louise Samson, Mr Geoffrey Roy Frank Weir, Mr Kevin James Cherilla and Mr Phillipe Francois Erasme Gatta with Sherpas from Explore Himalaya, Mr. Da Gelje Sherpa (Sirdar), Mr Namgyal Sherpa, Mr Pasang Gombu Sherpa, Mr Kami Sherpa, Mr Ngima Chhiri Sherpa, Mr Mindu Chhiri Sherpa, Mr Ngawang Goden Sherpa and Mr Tawa Chhiri Sherpa (cook) and some Tibetan crew for assistantance. more ........

Record Expedition of Sri Lanka

Two Sri Lankan nationals Mr. Jude Marlon Karim Saldin and Mr. Shehan Arjuna Lester Cooray have left for Lhasa on 17 April 2007 along with our Project Himalaya Expedition with an objective to climb Lhakpa Ri (7,045 m.) and the North Col (7,020 m.).more........

Spanish Friendship Kanchenjunga Expedition 2007

The team of 6 climbing members with supporting staffs left for Mt. Kunchenjunga by overland journey to Jiri from there, they would be boarding the MI 17 Helicopter tomorrow morning for the Base Camp.more.........

2007 Korea Flying Jump Jim Hao Everest Expedition

The 2007 Korea Flying Jump Jim Hao Everest Expedition members are presently in Tibet, en-route to Mount Everest. The team comprising of twenty climbers and support left Kathmandu on 02 April 2007. more.....

"Following the Foot Steps of Mallory", One of the most Adventurous Treks completed successfully

Following the Foot steps of George Mallory who explored route up to the North Col of Everst in 1921, a group of Trekkers from United Kingdom successfully completed their mission across the Kharta Glacier and finally, emerged at the East Rongbuk Glacier from Khangsung face of Everest crossing over Two high passes, next to Kharbo La (6128m) and Lagba La (6883m).
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American Lhakpari (7045m) Expedition, Spring 2006

27th May 2006 marked yet another victory in favor of Americans, after Mr. Michael Jenkins attained glory by summiting 7045 m Mt. Lhakpa Ri. Michael along with his wife, Ms. Elizabeth Hebertson, headed for 24-day Tibet trek to climb Mt. Lhakpa Ri on 9th May 2006. The couple has several triumphs under their belt to boast their supremacy in extreme Himalayan Adventure. One such triumph is the achievement they attained last year after reaching Advance BC at 6300m.
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