Plan Your Trip- Visit Nepal 2020

Table of Content:

• Introduction Visit Nepal 2020 ("Lifetime Experienced")
• Information about Nepal Region Trekking
• Information about Tourism Activities
• Popular Peak climbing in Nepal
• Detailed information about the name and of the peak, region, height and NMA peak service charges in different seasons.

Visit Nepal 2020 is a grand celebration declared by the Government of Nepal to promote Nepalese Tourism in the global arena. Visit Nepal 2020 is a succession of Visit Nepal 1998 and Tourism Year 2011, for uplifting the economy of the nation. Although Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) had announced Visit Nepal 2018 campaign in 2015, the campaign was later postponed until 2020. Due to the massively destructive Gorkha Earthquake 2015, NTB publicized Visit Nepal 2020 to carry on the reconstruction projects.

Visit Nepal 2020 slogan is “Lifetime Experiences” which means you gain the lifetime experiences witnessing natural beauty and cultural diversity. Along with the world famous touristy destinations and entertaining activities available in Nepal, Government of Nepal has introduced some new destinations. Visit Nepal 2020 aims to bring better changes in the life of Nepalese under poverty line. Promoting Nepal as a new tourist destination and expansion of tourism services and products are the objectives of Visit Nepal 2020.

To meet the challenges of Visit Nepal 2020, Government of Nepal has already started publicity in the international tourism market. It has conducted Visit Nepal 2020 campaigns in most of the European countries, SAARC countries and other parts of the world. Visit Nepal 2020 motto is to maintain age-old concept of ‘Guests are God!’ in providing the best possible hospitality to them. Government of Nepal has already added up to the quality hotels, restaurants and lodges to meet the increasing number of tourists.  

Government of Nepal has aimed to double the usual number of one million tourists to two million in Visit Nepal 2020. To manage the would-be increased number of tourists, Government of Nepal has inspired the private sector to invest in Nepalese tourism industry. For the grand success of this greatest festival of Nepalese Tourism, the government and tourism department of Nepal have worked together. They have already printed Visit Nepal 2020 logo and T-shirts in bulk amount to popularize this campaign throughout the world.

You can do trekking to Himalayan regions, try for adventurous tourism, tours in Nepal, hiking, mountaineering and peak climbing in Nepal. Trekking to Everest region, Annapurna region, Manaslu region, Dolpo region and other mountain regions are the usual activities done by tourists in Nepal. Trekking to Himalayas in Visit Nepal 2020 will reward you with the panoramic view of the snowy peaks, lush valleys and diverse landscapes. Similarly, you can experience the typical human settlement areas, diverse ethnic communities, their typical culture and tradition as an additional attraction.

Adventurous tourism activities in Visit Nepal 2020 are rafting, kayaking, zip flying, paragliding, hot air ballooning and sky diving in Nepal. By participating in such adventurous tourism activities, you can get the thrilling experiences that remain lifelong to narrate to your successors. Jungle safari in Nepal is the rarest opportunity to witness the endangered animals like one-horned rhino and Bengal tiger and other bird species. Chitwan National Park, Bardiya National Park, Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve and Sukhlaphant National Park are the most appraised places for Jungle safari in Nepal.

The most exciting sports activity during Visit Nepal 2020 is peak climbing in Nepal for blending your trekking experience with majestic peaks. Peak climbing in Nepal is quite a noble experience that you can hardly forget throughout your lifetime.  Nepal has around 1,310 peaks below 7,000m height along with the 8,000 m including the tallest peak Mount Everest. Among them, Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has opened 326 peaks between 5,000m and 7,000m for peak climbing in Nepal. Nepal trekking peaks are of two categories A and B for which NMA has fixed the peak climbing cost and permits.

The most popular peak climbing in Nepal refers to Island Peak Climbing, Mera Peak Climbing and Lobuche Peak Climbing in Everest region. From the summits of these trekking peaks, you can have a 360-degree panoramic view of the mountain giants including Mount Everest. In Langtang region, you can climb Jugal Himal and Dorje Lakpa for heavenly satisfaction and most memorable moments of life. Larke Peak climbing in Manaslu region is newly opened for the climbers to capture the mesmerizing outlook of the region.

Annapurna Circuit hosts a few popular mountains for peak climbing in Nepal including Pisang Peak climbing and Chulu East Peak climbing. Similarly, Mardi Himal Peak climbing and Gangapurna Peak climbing are other peaks to relish the spectacular view around the Annapurna region and Dhaulagiri range. Saipal Himal and Api Himal en route the Great Himalayan Trail are others for peak climbing in Nepal. For the customized package of peak climbing in Nepal, you can contact our trekking agency which is pioneer in this sector. We shall give you the detailed information regarding peak climbing season and gears including other tips to bring your dream come true!

Nepal Mountaineering Association declares the trekking peaks and peak service charges according to the peaks and seasons. NMA peak service charges are high in spring season as it is the best season for peak climbing in Nepal. As the temperature in spring is high, there is less chances for the snow deposits in the Nepalese Himalayas. Nepal Peak climbing in autumn is less favorable than in spring, so, NMA peak service charges are less in this season. NMA peak service charges in winter are comparatively low as peak climbing in winter is hard due to heavy snowfall. Summer season is not quite appropriate season for peak climbing in Nepal because it rains cats and dogs in Nepal. Therefore, NMA peak service charges are also low in this season.

The following table shows the detailed information about the name of the peak, region, height and NMA peak service charges in different seasons:

(Source: https://nepalmountaineering.org)

Necessary Trekking and Climbing Gears:

Climbing gears

• Climbing harness
• Ice axe
• crampons
• Mountaineering boots
• AscenderDescender/Abseil device
• Rope
• Snow bar
• Ice hammer
• Helmet (optional)

Clothing

• Duffel or Rucksack bag (Provided)
• Down Sleeping bag (Provided)
• Down Jacket (Provided)
• Sun hat or scarf
• Fleece jacket with wind-Stopper
• Waterproof shell jacket
• Down vest and/or jacket
• Lightweight gloves
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
• Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
• Fleece or wool pants
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
• Thick, warm wool hiking socks
• Hiking boots with spare laces
• Sunglasses with UV protection

Accessories

• Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees Fahrenheit
• Trekking poles (sticks) 
• Headlamp
• Trek bag-pack 
• Basic First Aid Kit
• Daypack (approximately 2,500 to 3,000 cubic inches)
• Thermo-rest sleeping pad
• Water bottles
• Small wash towel

Toiletries

• Quick-drying towel (medium-sized)
• Soap (preferably biodegradable)
• Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
• Deodorants
• Face and body moisturizer
• Nail clippers
• Small mirror
• Tissue paper/ toilet roll
• Anti-bacterial Hand wash