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Trip Style:Active (what does this mean?)

Price: CAD $ USD $1999.00

  $500.00 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.

Duration:15 days

Departures: Oct 14, 2012 Feb 10, 2013

Highlights:Try to catch a glimpse of the living goddess, Spy out the snowy peak of Everest, Experience rural Nepal, Visit the wooden palace of Bhaktapur, Trek the remote Siklis area, Walk in the shade of rhododendron forests, Explore Kathmandu Valley, Sip chai by the lake in Pokhara
 

Trip Code:NDA

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Yearning for travel laced with adventure? Jump on board this action-packed tour full of variety and great experiences, including challenging treks, river rafting, mountain vistas and ancient kingdoms. Head deep into the jungle, walk among the majestic Himalaya, meet the friendly Nepali locals, discover the streets and squares of Kathmandu and enjoy a riveting cultural experience to boot. If you are up for an active challenge, the OUT Nepal Adventure is definitely for you.

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Duration 15 days
 

Your Trip Includes • Fully comprehensive travel insurance including medical, trip interruption & trip cancellation. Click here for more info
• Group Leader from beginning to end of tour
• Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), river camping (1 nt), trek camping (4 nts)
• A mix of public and private transport
• 7 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 7 Dinners
• Guided city tour of Bodhnath, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Bhaktapur – Kathmandu
• Trek led by your group leader and supported by assistant guides and porters
• Guided walk of Bandipur

 

Not Included • International Airfare
• Departure Transfer
• Some meals
• Items not outlined in itinerary

 

Physical Rating Be prepared for some serious physical activity. This may be treks of up to 6 hours per day in steep terrain, or extended bike rides of more than one day. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.
 

Culture Shock Rating Expect to rough it every now and again, whether it's very simple group-share accommodation at a homestay, a packed public bus where you are forced to stand, the odd cold shower or an encounter with a squat toilet.
 

Gay Rating 1 (rating definition)

This trip travels to a very conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture will the following in mind:


Accommodation - We do not foresee any problems, however there may be occasions when a same sex couple may be asked to sleep in single beds rather than sharing a double. We appreciate your cooperation.

Public Display of affection - These are frowned upon in this region among all travellers, not just those on an OUT Adventure. This includes holding hands in public.

Gay Activities - This trip does not have any specific gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.

Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information

Accommodation Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), river camping (1 nt), trek camping (4 nts)

Some of the accommodation on this trip is owned by our operating partner Himalayan Encounters. Both the Old Inn in Bandipur and also the Famous Farm pay special attention when it comes to Responsible Travel. They both purchase local meats and produce to cook meals and support the local economy by employing only local residents, thus giving back to the community. There may be the odd case when we have to make use of triple rooms due to availability. We appreciate your understanding in order to experience these amazing properties.
 

Trip Style Out Active
 

Group Size Maximum of 16 travellers per group
 

Departure Departure is guaranteed, subject to 2 people travelling
 

Budget Allow USD $500 for meals not included.
 

Days 1-2 KathmanduWith its monkey temples, living goddesses and markets of every kind, Kathmandu is a legendary city. Climb to Swayambhunath for fantastic views.
 

Days 3-5 Kathmandu ValleyDiscover the Nepali countryside. Hike the Kathmandu Valley, through subtropical forests and across a softly undulating landscape to Nagarkot's spectacular lookout point. Descend through terraced farmlands to quaint Bhaktapur.
 

Day 6 Trisuli RiverSee Nepal from water-level along the Trisuli River, camping overnight on a river beach.
 

Day 7 BandipurThe hilltop village of Bandipur has been largely untouched by tourism and is an excellent opportunity to experience Newari village life.
 

Day 8 PokharaOnce part of the trade route between India and Tibet, Pokhara lies in the shadow of the Annapurnas. Prepare for the trek ahead with a morning walk to Sarangkot or a bike ride through the rural landscape.
 

Days 9-12 Siklis TrekFollow roads less-travelled on a trek through the remote Siklis area. Walk along the Mardi Khola River through the land of the friendly Gurung people before climbing through terraced fields and alpine forests to Tara Top - the views of the ranges are spectacular. Enjoy a shady descent through rhododendron forests filled with orchids, lichen and moss on the return to Pokhara Valley. There is also the option of taking a local bus to Bhaktapur.
 

Day 13 PokharaUnwind at a cafe, take a boat ride across the lake or pick up some Nepali or Tibetan trinkets in the Old Bazaar.
 

Days 14-15 KathmanduAn incredible OUT adventure comes to an end back in Nepal's exciting capital.
 

Departure Date	Spaces available
Oct 14, 2012	limited space
Feb 10, 2013	space available

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Feedback

	Brian New York, NY
"Breathtaking does not begin to describe the Nepal countryside. I waited over a year for this trip and it was MORE than worth the wait."

	Thomas London, UK
"Everything was a highlight - dinner by candle light at the farmhouse was fantastic, the view at the top of Terra Top, the white water rafting..."

	Jeff Washington, DC
"A great experience. Who would have thought I would have had this much fun out of my comfort zone?"

	Lyndsey Cairo, Egypt
"Words cannot express how much I enjoyed the experience of touring Nepal with 12 gay men! It was my first gay tour and the experience was unforgettable!"

	Jim Seattle, USA
"Met and or exceeded my expectations. I wanted an active trip where I could enjoy the group experience but also have some person space - this met my needs."

	Dan New York, USA
"Great Adventure - Great company, great places, great guides, great food ....good beer."