Do you want to see a wild tiger? Don't miss the Bardiya National Park, the place where your wish is most likely to be fulfilled.

Bardiya National Park, your best chance to see a tiger!

Go into Gorkha town itself, which is one of the most historically interesting towns in Nepal.

The historic town of Gorkha

Itching to explore off the beaten track? Far-western Nepal and its remote villages are perfect for you.

Discover the villages of far-western Nepal

If you find yourself in the far west of Nepal, use it as a chance to scale the legendary 7,000m peaks.


Reaching 7,000 metres


Situated in the centre of Patan, Durbar Square is the heart and soul of the town. It's the most lively and interesting place in Patan.

Asia

Namaste! Welcome to these pages on holidays in Nepal. Nepal is a country of legends influenced by its two direct neighbours: China and India. The birthplace of Buddha, enriched by its numerous temples and unique mountainous landscapes, has a lot to offer for its visitors. From the Tibetan temples to the valley of Everest, via the Himalayan mountain range, you will discover more than just simple landscapes during your travels in Nepal. Culture and religion hold a very crucial place in the discovery of « the dwelling place of God». A real ethnic blend, the Nepalese populace is welcoming and spiritual and will not hesitate to share their customs and traditions with you. Safaris in Nepal, riding elephants, trekking in the jungle, trekking towards Everest, this is what awaits the traveller that is avid of strong sensations and a change in scenery. With its cultural richness and exceptional environment, Nepal is a country that will not leave anyone indifferent. So, when is your next trip to Nepal?

Nepal

Patan

Pokhara, which could have been a haven of peace after 3 weeks spent in the mountains, turned out to be an unpleasant culture shock, a real tourist town where the behaviour of the foreigners was a real contrast to the culture of the country.

Pokhara

Chitwan National Park

Lukla

A national park in the southwest of the country that basks in a tropical climate perfect for safaris.

Bardia

Kazakhstan

Taiwan

Tajikistan

Turkmenistan

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Middle East

Oceania

Having spent a lot of time in Nepal before the 2015 earthquakes, I managed to see more than just its mountains. The country has a host of activities and places that anyone with a sense of adventure will love - hiking across vertiginous summits, visiting stupas, conquering Everest...or following the tracks left by Bengali Tigers! It's full of novel experiences! 
Being there in June, I decided to head to the amazing Bardia National Park. It was a wise decision. It's really hot at this time of year and during the day animals head to water sources to cool down, which makes them much easier to spot. The road that leads to the park crosses plains and the heat reminded me of India; not surprising, seeing as it's only next door!
There are loads of ways to explore the park - Jeep, elephant rides and my favourite way - hiking through the jungle. I'm pretty sure it's the only place in the world where you can go looking for tiger tracks by foot, accompanied by a guide who only has a big wooden baton for protection. One thing to bear in mind before you start the walk...if a rhino senses a human presence, it's likely to charge. If that happens, don't panic. Run in zig-zags and climb the nearest tree. Rest assured there are some simple solutions if you do run into trouble!
In any case, my experiences there were something else. Luck was definitely on my side as I saw tigers, elephants and rhinos without having to look too far. It can be a very long day and you'll probably spend hour upon hour waiting under a scorching sun for animals to appear.
Another plus - the villages around the park are lovely and the people adorable. If you have the time, take a bike ride around the area!﻿​
 
*After the devastating earthquakes that shook Nepal in April and May 2015 the country is slowly getting back on its feet. This article was written before these catastrophic events occurred.﻿​

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