Sunday, December 19, 2010

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Simple click on the given link and simply signup to get paid. This site is good for them who want to do the online job.

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve

Only hunting reserve of the country with area of 1325 km2 is located in Dhaulagiri Zone, west of Nepal. The reserve is prime habitat of Blue ship. Hunting permit is required for hunting trip in this reserve.
There are several birds, and animals including snow leopard, black beer, barking deer, and more available in the reserve.

Bardia National Park



Bardia National Park is located in Nepal’s western plain lands, east of the Karnali River, covering an area of 968 sq. km. It is the largest and most undisturbed protected area in the Terai, home to many endangered species including tiger, wild elephant, rhinoceros, swamp deer, Blackbuck, Gharial Crocodile, Marsh Mugger Crocodile and Gangetic dolphin. The enchanting birds found here are Bengal Florican, lesser Florican, Silver-eared mesia and Sarus Crane. The national park is full of open grasslands and glades ‘making it an ideal place for game-viewing.
This park is famous for elephant safari or jungle drive. During jungle safari or elephant safari you will come across small herds of wild elephants. You will see rhinoceros also in the park. Here you can gain an experience of your life time. While doing the jungle safari you can observe 30 different mammals, more than 250 species of birds, and varieties of reptiles and aquatic animals.
For pleasurable sight-seeing you should be in Sukarmala from where you can see the panoramic view of Surkhet valley and the elongating plains of the Terai. Here you will have the opportunity of for fishing masher, a large game fish.

    Highlights of Safari
  • Explore the Bardia National Park
  • Elephant Safari
  • Jeep Drive
  • Elephant Herd
  • Observe 30 different mammals and 250 species of birds
  • Discover the unique tradition and culture
    Activities can be done
  • Tiger Tracking
  • Elephant Tracking
  • Jungle/Nature Walk
  • Bird Watching
  • Full Day Wild Sightseeing
  • Rafting at Karnali River
  • Jeep Safari
  • Dolphine Sightseeing
  • Camping & Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Study Tour
  • Cultural Tour
  • Nature Tour
  • Visit to Crocodile Breeding Center
  • Village Tour
  • Cultural Program
    Jungle package Cost Includes:
  • Transportation to and from Airport drop and pick up as per the programs.
  • Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/ Kathmandu and airport tax.
  • All guided Safari & Jungle activities.
  • All accommodations while safari including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Highly experienced Government licensed safari guide during the trip.
  • Government & local taxes, tourist service charge, guide insurance and salary, national park and conservation area fees.
    The Cost Doesn’t Include:
  • Personal transportation except above programs.
  • All Accommodation & 3 meals B/L/D during stay in Kathmandu.
  • Personal Nature expenses.
  • Emergency evacuation (If incase).
  • Drinks except tea and coffee.
  • Airfare: to & from your country.
  • Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees & international airport departure taxes.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Tips & Gratuities.

Nepal Jungle Safari



Unleash yourself in the wild
Not only does Nepal offer glorious mountain trekking and raging river rafting, but it also has a fine selection of pristine national parks. Nepal offers you the chance to enter the jungle and view some of the rarest and most endangered wildlife on earth. A Jungle Safari in Nepal can be a very exciting experience. It is possible for any visitor to stay in these parks and take part in an organized jungle safari and activity program. It’s a great way to relax after a trek and soak up the jungle environment, bring your kids along and have the family holiday of a life time. In the jungle you can experience, elephant back safaris, bush walking, bird watching, canoeing, recreation activities and cultural programs, depending on which park you choose to go to.
You can trek into the jungle by foot with an experienced tracker, by elephant back, by dugout canoe or by jeep. A safari in Nepal is a fun filled package ideal for anyone. The national parks offer a range of accommodations form lush resorts to basic tent style. The resorts make a package for you that included everything from you sleeping arrangements to meals to days full of activity.
Means Nature walk or Jungle walk overlooking or observing the enthralling beauty of Jungle vicinity. Actuality jungle walks bestows close-up chance to analysis different categories of animals as well observe their track, sign and sounds. The most gripping and attention- grabbing program offered by Nepal not found elsewhere in the world is regard as jungle safari. In Nepal you will discover the ideal situation of viewing the jungle scenery, birds and animals and the indigenous local people, their colorful tradition, unique dress and languages.
National Parks & Wildlife Reserves
Nepal has nine National Parks, four Wildlife Reserves and three Conservation Area. About 15,000 square kilometers amounting to almost 18 percent of the total area is protected. This is an amazing commitment to conservation. The Terai lowlands are defined by a belt of well-watered floodplains stretching from the Indian border northward to the first slopes of the Bhabhar and the Siwalik Range. This is the richest habitat in the land with tall grasslands interspersed with riverine and hardwood Sal Forest. Here one can see wildlife such as the swamp deer, musk deer, black buck, blue bull, the Royal Bengal Tiger, gharial and marsh mugger crocodile and the last of a breed of Asiatic wild buffalo. Parks and Reserves are also rich in bird species with a variety of babbles and orioles, koels and drongos, peacocks and floricans, and a multitude of wintering wildfowl.
    National Parks
  • Chitwan National Park
  • Bardia National Park
  • Rara National Park
  • Khaptad National Park
  • Makalu Barun National Park
  • Shey-Phoksundo National Park
  • Sagarmatha National Park
  • Langtang National Park
  • Shivapuri National Park
    Wildlife Reserves
  • Shukla Phant Wildlife Reserve
  • Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve
  • Koshi-Tappu Wildlife Reserve
  • Parsa Wildlife Reserve
    Conservation Area
  • Annapurna Conservation Area
  • Manaslu Conservation Area
  • Kanchenjunga Conservation Area

Daman,Nepal

It has some of the most fantastic views of the Himalaya views of the Himalayas. It has a great view of the mountains from Dhaulagiri to Mt Everest. Daman is halfway between Kathmandu and Hetauda at 2320m. It is definitely worth visiting.
There is a viewing tower that has a telescope (a cheap fee). There is not much in this town. On the side towards Hetauda, there are some interesting rhododendron forests, which is especially worth seeing during spring.
Where to Stay and Eat
Hotel Sherpa is a friendly place with double rooms for Rs 250. They don’t serve much here except dal bhat.
Daman Mountain Resort has tent that are set around a viewing tower for Rs 800. It is over-priced.
Everest Panorama Resort, about 3km up the high, is a resort that has tents for Rs 1100 per person. It is over-priced.
Travel
Daman by car is about three hours from Kathmandu and four hours from Hetauda. It makes a nice day trip from Kathmandu to come here by car for the day. It costs around $65.
There is one government Sajha Yatayat bus a day departing to and from Kathmandu. The bus departs both Daman and Kathmandu at 7 am. There one government bus at 7 am to Hetauda.

Introduction to Nepal


 
The great outdoors' are truly magnificent in Nepal. Rising up between the fertile plains of India in the south and the desert-like plateau of Tibet in the north, Nepal has been described as the biggest natural museum in the world. With its environment ranging from sub-tropical to artic, it's full of surprises. In addition to its infamous mountain range, Nepal has thick tropical jungles teeming with rare and endangered wildlife, thundering rivers inviting you to conquer them, forested hills and some awesome glaciers. That's a striking record for a country only 880km wide (E - W) and between 145km - 241km deep (N - S).

While its population of approximately 23m people speak Nepali, Nepal comprises more than 61 ethnic groups and 70 dialects. These dialects can normally be heard more in rural areas outside Kathmandu, Nepal's capital city. Nepal's key religions, Hinduism and Buddhism will add extra colour to your visit as you'll see shrines to the Gods and experience festivals that take place throughout the year.

Striving to differentiate itself from India, Nepal's standard time is 15 minutes ahead of Indian standard time and 5 hours 45 minutes ahead of GMT. The Nepali Rupee (Rs.) is available in denominations of one, two, five, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 rupees. There are a growing number of ATM's in Kathmandu and other international currencies including the US dollar, Pound sterling and the Indian rupee are readily accepted in most places, although small denominations of the Nepali Rs. are a necessity out of the main cities.

Communication is continually improving in Nepal. Internet and telephone services are widespread and reliable in Kathmandu and Pokhara. These facilities are becoming more readily available in other towns although the cost, speed and quality of connection can differ greatly. The same is true of electricity supply, which is found in major towns and some interesting outposts such as Namche Bazaar, 3343m above sea level!

Temperature and Weather/When to visit

Many of Nepal’s ‘extreme’ activities will be weather dependent and only available at certain times of the year. Trekking is available almost all year round (although some routes might be inaccessible during the winter) but the weather conditions will influence the type of experience you’re in for!

Nepal basically has two seasons, a dry season that occurs between October to May and a wet season (monsoon) that starts roughly in June and continues until September. Both seasons have advantages and disadvantages; you just have to decide what you're planning to do when you get here.

Kathmandu sizzles at 30°C between May - September particularly just before the monsoon starts. Although the temperature drops to 20°C in the city during the winter, bright sunny days make it a comfortable place to be but it’s much colder at night and it's a very different picture in the mountains. Altitude has a significant impact on temperature. Trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit around Christmas time should be prepared with their down sleeping bags as night-time temperatures can plummet to about -7°C. While that sounds harsh, by braving frosty mornings you are rewarded with incredible mountains views on perfectly crisp days. Worth every moment of the early morning chill!

October to November followed by February to April is tipped as the best times to visit Nepal. The former months present you with Nepal at its most beautiful as the recently finished monsoon leaves the countryside lush and green and the most colourful festivals take place. The latter is especially good for high-altitude trekkers as the weather starts to get warmer and the rhododendrons are in bloom.

The table shows what the weather is like in Nepal:


Month Minimum °C Maximum °C Rainfall (mm)
January 2.7 17.5 47
February 2.2 21.6 11
March 6.9 25.5 5
April 8.6 30.0 5
May 15.6 29.7 146
June 18.9 29.4 135
July 19.5 28.1 327
August 19.2 29.5 206
September 18.6 28.6 199
October 13.3 28.6 42
November 6.0 23.7 0
December 1.9 20.7 1

Tourist Places In Nepal





Nepal offers a perfect mix of some adventure and soul searching. Its glorious high peaks, torrents and people make it a place you must visit if you are looking for a holiday that offers adventure and enlightenment. A few places that are worth visiting when you are in Nepal are listed below:






1. Kathmandu
                       The capital city of Nepal – Kathmandu was once inaccessible but now represents the cultural hub of the country. Just walking through the streets of this culturally rich capital can enrich you with the history, nobility and faith that the people in Nepal are famous for. If you are in Nepal for some adventure, this is the place where everything starts, from trekking to rafting to various other sports, you can begin your exhilarating journey here.
2. Royal Chitwan National Park
                       The Royal Chitwan National Park is house to more that 450 species of birds and 45 species of amphibians and reptiles and 43 different species of mammals. Guided jungle walks are arranged from time to time and you can also explore the wild by taking a safari drive.
3. Nagarkot
                      Nagarkot is located at a distance of 32 km from Kathmandu and is the best place to get a view of the gigantic Himalayan range. A look out tower at Nagarkot will provide you with a 360 degree view of the Himalayan range as well as the beautiful Kathmandu valley. Early risers will have a great time here, as the sunrise is a must watch for all those who love nature and the gifts it brings.
4. Pokhara
                    Pokhara is not just meant for people who are seeking adventure but is also meant for people who have come all the way to Nepal for some peach of mind. Pokhara may be located 200 km from Kathmandu but is the point at which adventure sports like trekking and rafting take a drastic turn. Trekking along the Seti Gandaki River and rafting along the Phewa lake can provide for a liberating experience. A sneak peek into the Mahendra caves are also a must do when you are here.
5. Pashupatinath Temple
                    The Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most scared places in Nepal. It is a Hindu temple and is held in great regard by Hindus in Nepal. It is believed that if one is cremated at the Pashupatinath Temple and if the ashes are scattered into the Bagmati River, the person will receive salvation and will be purged from the vicious cycle of rebirth.
6. Patan
                   Just a day in Patan can help you familiarize yourself with the ancient architecture, traditions and various crafts of Nepal. It is known to be one of the oldest cities in the Kathmandu valley and just walking around the city will lead you to believe that you are walking through a museum.
7. Wildlife Reserve of Koshi Tappu
                    The wildlife reserve of Koshi Tapu is a great place for some bird watching. January, February and March is the best time to visit this reserve. A trip to this wildlife reserve is usually accompanied with jeep drives, a trek to Bhutan or Sikkim, rafting in Sunkosi and jungle walks.
8. Lumbini
                    Lumbini is a great place to bask in the history of Nepal. When you come to Lumbini you will be enveloped by an aura of peace and tranquillity. Meditation ground temples and the stupas will send you to a place that is close to Buddha.
9. Bhaktapur
                     Bhaktapur is located east of Kathmandu and is an ancient town. The scenery is beautiful and your trip to Nepal should not end without a taste of Bhaktapur’s home made curd.
10. Royal Bardia National Park
                     The Royal Bardia National Park is the biggest national park in the region. It is home to the last known elephants that were in captivity and it is also home to a nummer of mammals, birds, reptiles, tigers and deer.

KHAPTAD NATIONAL PARK:

Khaptad is Nepal's newest national park, receiving its designation only in 1985. It consists of 225 sq. km of forest and grassland, and lies on a plateau where the districts of Bhajhang, Bajura, Doti and Achham meet. The forest comprise a mixture of tall fir, yew, rhododendron and oak along with dense stands of bamboo and numerous shrubs, and represents one of the last remaining such areas in the lower Himalaya. The vegetation provides a natural habitat for healthy population of wildlife, including the musk and barking deer, bears various birds including the impedance pleasant. One flower. Known as Bheeg and resembling a white rose, grows in several parts of the park. It is said to be so poisonous that single sniff from close up can be lethal !
Khaptad Swami among Nepalis, Khaptad is best known as a holy site and is closely associated with a widely revert ascetic who lived here for Mandu years and who was known simply as the 'Khaptad Swami'. The origins and background of Khaptad Swami, who died in 1996 at the grand old reported age of 110, are shrouded in mystery. Some speculate that he was a doctor from India who renounced his worldly life in favor of a purely spiritual existence in a remote part if the holy Himalaya. In any event, he never divulged either his name or anything of his own life to anyone-including to King Birendra who went to consult him several occasions. He was undoubtedly a good, learned and widely read man who also had a good command of English. He lived in a cave on the eastern side of the park to where pilgrims traveled from far and wide to see him and receive his counsel and blessings. It is said that Khaptad Swami was instrumental in persuading the King to give National Park status to Khaptad. About 1 km from the Swami's cave is the small Bhagawan Shanker Mandir with a Dharmalala. Nearby is the small pond, or Pokhari, whose water is said to be lethally contaminated by the Bheeg and other toxic flowers growing around it. Symptoms of poisoning are believed to begin with joint pain, lethargy, nausea and vomiting. Some people carry lemons and chills with them as an antidote when walking through the area, through it is interesting to remember that strings of lemons and chills are also widely used elsewhere to ward off evil sprits. Fencing now surrounds the pond. The Khaptad Mela [Festival] takes place in September / October and attracts several thousand pilgrims from throughout Nepal for whom this pilgrimage is believed to be especially meritorious. Celebrations include the pouring of milk over the Linga of the Bhagawan Shanker Mandir and, reminiscent of Diwalii, the lighting of ghee lamps at night. Visiting Khaptad very few westerners ever visit Khaptad. The best time to visit is from April to September. The monsoon is relatively weak in West Nepal. At other times, snow makes travel to and through most areas impractical.
Program
Day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Intl. Airport and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 02
Breakfast Kathmandu city sightseeing Lunch Continue sightseeing Dinner and night halt at hotel
Day 03
Breakfast Transfer to domestic airport. fly over the Mahendra Nagar, Lunch Walk along a clear trail to the park at Jhigrana [4 hrs] Night stop at Jhigrana, Dinner [Dal-bhat-tarkari tipical Nepali's foods supply by our staffs]
Day 04
Breakfast Trek start from Jhigrana to village Chorpani [3 hrs] Lunch,Trek to Chorpani to Khaptad National Park back to
Chorpani and over night at camp.
Day 05
National Park Program end Back to Jhigrana about
7 hour's trek Night stop at Jhigarana

Day 06
Break fast Walk 3 hrs from Jhigrana to Mahendranagar airport Fly back to Kathmandu Overnight at hotel
Day 07
Breakfast and transfer to Intl Airport to next destination.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Royal Chitwan National Park

Chitwan National Park has long been one the country' treasures of natural wonders. The park is situated in south central Nepal, covering 932 sq. km. in the subtropical lowlands of the inner TERAI. The area comprising the Tikauli forest-from Rapti river to the foothills of the Mahabharat-extending over an area of 175 sq. km. was declared Mrigakunja in 1959. In 1963, the area south of Rapti river was demarcated as a rhinoceros sanctuary. The area was gazetted as the country's first National Park in 1973.

In 1996, an area of 750 sq. km. surrounding the park was declared a buffer zone which consists of forests and private lands. The park and the local people jointly initiate community development activities and manage natural resources in the bufferzone. The Government has made provision of plowing back 30-50 percent of the park revenue for community development in the bufferzone.

 Features: 
The park consists of a diversity of ecosystems, including the Churia hills, ox-bow lakes and the flood plains of the Rapti, Reu and Narayani rivers. The Churia hills rise slowly towards the east from 150m. to more than 800m. The western portion of the park is comprised of the lower but more ruged “Someshwor hills”. The park shares its western boundary with the “Parsa Wildlife Reserve”.

The Chitwan valley consists tropical and subtropical forests. Sal forests cover 70 percent of the park. Sal leaves are used locally for plates in festivals and religious offering.

Grassland covers 20% of the park area. There are more that 50 different types of grasses, including the elephant grass (Saccharum spp.), renowned for its immense height. It can grow up to 8meter. The shorter grasses (Imperata spp.) are used for roof thatching, and mats, rope and paper making purpose. The park is home for more that 50 mammal species, over 525 birds, and 55 amphibians and reptiles. The endangered fauna found in the park area.

 Climate:
The park has a range of climatic seasons, each offering a unique experience. October through February with an average temperature of 25°C offer an enjoyable climates. From March to June temperatures can reach as high as 43°C. The hot humid days gives way to the monsoon season that typically lasts from late June until September. Rivers become flooded sometime during the season the scenery looks most amazing with unexpected water level.

In late January, local villagers are allowed to cut thatch grasses to meet their needs, which offer a better and easy viewing of wildlife to visitors. Also, between September and November, and February and April, migratory birds and create spectacular bird watching opportunity. While the monsoon rains brings lush vegetation, most trees flower in late winter. The “Palash tree” known as the “flame of the forest” and slick cotton tree have spectacular crimson flowers that can be seen from a distance.

 Facilities:
The park offers interesting sites and activities. The display at the “Visitor Centre at Sauraha” provides fascinating information on wildlife and conservation programs. The women's user groups' souvenir shop offers a variety of handifrafts and other local products for gifts and souvenirs.

Elephant safari provides oppourtunity to get a closer view of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros. One may also get a glimpse of the elusive Bengal tiger. The “Elephant Breeding Centre at Khorshor”, sauraha gives you information on domesticated elephant and the baby elephants born there. The museum at Kasara (Parks headquarters) has informative display. Near the HQ visitors can see Bikram baba (Hindu religious site) archival value. A short walk (1km) from the park HQ will take you to the “Gharial Breeding Centre” which is also home to the “Marsh Mugger” and number of turtiles. Inside the park there are seven resorts run by park concessionaries that can provide lodging, fooding and access to wildlife activities by providing many facilities. Various resorts and lodges situated outside the park also offer a variety of services.


 Best Time To Visit Chitwan:
Chitwan National Park - October to May, Bird Watching - December to March. Maximum temperature can reach up to 95 Fahrenheit (35 C) in April through September. November through February are cooler months with average temperature around 67 Fahrenheit.