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See
the highlights of Nepal on this two week tour, and spend time
helping on a range of local community projects based in the
Chitwan National Park. Take in the sights of mystical Kathmandu,
go jungle trekking by elephant back, see the beauty of Chitwan,
and marvel at the soaring Himalayan peaks.
departure dates
Single Supplement: £99
kathmandu
The historic
capital of Nepal, Kathmandu has long captured the imagination of
travellers worldwide. It is a living museum, with a unique
experience around each corner! Literally hundreds of Hindu
temples sit alongside Buddhist stupas and Tibetan monasteries,
with their evocative prayer flags flapping in the breeze.
Enjoy a leisurely three days in the city with sightseeing
options included each day.
chitwan national park
On day four you will enjoy a spectacular journey through the
Nepalese countryside to the Royal Chitwan National Park. You
will be based here for six full days, giving you the chance to
participate in a range of voluntary projects in one of the
park’s villages, and to appreciate the amazing variety of
wildlife to be seen in this protected area. In addition to the
elusive Bengal Tiger, you are likely to come across rhinos,
crocodiles and an abundance of birds on an early morning
elephant safari, a canoe trip down the Rapti River, or a guided
jungle walk, all accompanied by a top naturalist.
pokhara
Your final destination sits on the shores of a lake, surrounded
by some of the world’s highest mountains. One option is to join
a guided trek for a day to gain just a glimpse of the majesty
and power of these mighty mountains. Alternatively you may
prefer the more gentle option of a boat trip on the lake, but be
sure to wake up early to witness one of the most incredible
sights you will ever see – the sun rising over the Fishtail
Mountain with the snowy caps of the Himalaya reflecting the
morning’s first rays of sunlight.
project details
The ‘Tharu’ are
indigenous people of the Terai Plains in southern Nepal.
Several of their villages are located within the Royal Chitwan
National Park and despite their proximity to the tourist
enclaves, conditions are, quite frankly, basic to say the least.
The Maruni Sanctuary Lodge works closely with local community
leaders to establish projects upon which volunteers can help out
with to improve the health, education and lifestyle in some of
the villages. Examples include teaching English, helping out
at the local school, training women in basic health and hygiene
procedures, assisting with the construction of community
buildings, and vocational training for the youth.
our fully inclusive price includes
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Flights between London and Kathmandu on scheduled carrier
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All
local transport – minibus and internal flight
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Accompanying Tour Escort/Project Coordinator
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13 nights in hotels (3 star plus minimum)
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13 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 9 dinners
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Sagamartha (Nepali)
Chomolungma (Sherpa) - or as we know it - Mount Everest. One of
the most awe inspiring sights on the planet
Tibetan Buddhist
Prayer Wheels. Despite being the world's only Hindu kingdom,
Nepal has a large refugee Tibetan population, many of whom fled
the Chinese 'liberation' of their homeland in 1951
Kathmandu is
famous for its temples - and its misty mornings, both of which
add ambience to this evocative country
A Sadhu - a
wandering Hindu mystic |
