Mount Everest Flight

While in Kathmandu, why not experience the spectacular sight of Mount Everest? Instead of trekking for days to gain a good view of this must-see landmark you could see it in under an hour! We fly with either Buddha Air or Mountain Air who both operate modern Raytheon Beechcraft 1900 aircraft. These hold between 16 and 18 people and as the seating is only two abreast everyone is guaranteed a window seat.

The flight takes you out of the Kathmandu valley. As you ascend you can see the sights of Swayambhunath (the monkey temple) and Bodhnath Stupas. You soon gain height and begin to see views of 8000m giants; Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Cho Oyu and Lhotse as well as literally hundreds of other peaks, spires and pinnacles.

After 20 minutes in the air, Everest comes into view and you will all be invited up to the cockpit to talk to the captain, who will point out some of the famous peaks.

The aircraft cruises at a height of 25,000 feet (below the peak of Everest which stands at 29,028 feet/8,848 m). You come within 5 nautical miles of the giant peak..

Price £120 per person

Himalayan Hideaway - Kathmandu Foothills

This pretty, tastefully decorated cottage is owned by an ex-pat friend of ours. It sits in two acres of its own land on the edge of the protected National Park, looking down into the Kathmandu Valley.

The cottage sleeps six persons comfortably in three separate rooms. Modern flush toilet and shower. Staff are on hand to cook all meals, and keep house. They will also take you on walks in the surrounding villages and into the National Park free of charge (although you will have to pay the park entrance fee). A car and driver are available by the day.

Available for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 persons.

Price for the cottage is £40 per person per night, full board.

Airport transfers available at £10 per person, each way including porterage to the cottage.

Hire of car and driver, £45 per vehicle, per day including petrol. Kathmandu Valley only.

Chitwan National Park Safari

Why not extend your adventure in Nepal by sampling the wildlife viewing in the heart of the Royal Chitwan National Park?

For our safari activities, we stay at the best accommodation at Tiger Tops Tented Camp – situated on a beautiful forested plateau deep inside the Royal Chitwan National Park. Elephants take you on safari through the towering grasslands in search of horned rhinoceros, gaur, deer, monkeys, crocodiles and many different types of birds.

Tiger Tops Tented Camp stands on a beautiful forested plateau deep in the Royal Chitwan National Park. Only 75 air miles from Kathmandu, the rich wildlife of Chitwan has been famous for years. Each safari tent is furnished with comfortable twin beds and is complete with an attached bathroom unit.

For wildlife enthusiasts nature walks, bird watching, jungle treks, landrover drives, wildlife viewing and photography allow you to experience the wildlife on an intimate basis.

Day 1: Fly to Chitwan National Park. Briefing on arrival. Afternoon Jungle activities comprising elephant safari, nature walks, jungle drives. Evening slide show on history, flora and wildlife of the Park. Overnight Tiger Tops Tented Camp.

Day 2: Full day’s jungle activities: bird watching, elephant washing, jungle walk. Overnight Tiger Tops Tented Camp.

Day 3: Fly to Kathmandu. Overnight hotel (cost included).

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Price on application

Rafting on the Seti River

Why not extend your adventure in Nepal by sampling the excitement of river rafting along the Seti River?

River rafting is one of the most exciting ways of exploring Nepal’s ancient cultures and unspoilt landscapes. Only by rafting can you travel leisurely through the varied terrain exploring scenery inaccessible to all but the river runner.

The rivers of Nepal plunge through narrow gorges, course through lush tropical jungles and meander through the plains of the Terai. On your river journey you pass through a continually changing, verdant landscape, past ancient cultures and diverse people. The serenity of floating the river’s gentle stretches, combined with the exhilaration of shooting mild whitewater rapids, combines to provide a unique experience amid spectacular scenery. The guides we use are trained to international rafting standards and their knowledge of local history, nature and cultures provides an extra dimension.

Day 1 Drive from Kathmandu to Damauli, 162 km, and commence rafting. Overnight camp at Gagantar.

Day 2 Continue rafting to Gaighat. After lunch, drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight hotel (cost included)



Price on application based on a minimum of 2 people