Merry Christmas

WISHING YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR-2013

We celebrated the Christmas festival and new year 2010 in Everest Region. 2011 we celebrated in Kathmandu. This year 2013 will be the Everest region trek (on Christmas day I will be at Namche Bazaar) And on New Year's Day (1st of January )I will be at Everest Base Camp 5360m high with my Clients from New Zealand. Thank you

Annapurna circuit treks photos

Some glimpse of Annapurna Circuit Trek

I was Annapurna circuit trek with Germany Guest. Some photographs from this trek 

Annapurna South and Hiuchuli

Annapurna South, Annapurna I and Hiunchuli

Thorong peak

Way to Thorong la pass

Thorong high camp

Thorong High Camp Hotel

Upper Pisang Monastery

Monastery of Upper Pisang

Kagbeni village

Kagbeni Village

Manang village

Manang Village

Photo near Thorong high camp

Near Thorong High Camp

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Beautiful view from Sama Gaun

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a popular trekking route in Nepal. Before, it was only possible to camp trek. now we can do a tea-house trek (lodge trek) the Manaslu trek is in the Gorkha district western part of Nepal. The Manaslu circuit trek is also like another trek in Nepal. From this trekking route, you can see many different cast and their culture including Hindu and Buddhist culture. 

You can enjoy many beautiful mountain views including Mt Manaslu 8163m high, flora and fauna, people's lifestyle and living style, and a popular day trip to visit Birendra Lake, Manaslu base camp, you can hike to the Tibet border from Samdo. The trek is much easier than it used to be with greatly improved trails along the Budhi Gandaki river gorge. The route's lowest altitude is 600m and the highest altitude is 5142m (Larkya la ) it is the highest pass in Manaslu Circuit Trek. 

Permit and prepare for this trek:-

Manaslu Circuit Trek

The Manaslu trek is a restricted area so you need a special permit and you have to pay the Manaslu conservation area entrance permit fee and the Annapurna conservation area entrance permit fee. and for a special permit need to group (2 and more than 2 peoples group), You have to prepare for this trek like another trek. eg-your must need things like warm clothes, trekking shoes, a headlight, a water bottle, etc. 

When:- Autumn- September to November and Spring- March to May. 

How to get there:- By driving- from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. 

Get out:-Finally take a Bus /jeep from Tilche to Dharapani to Kathmandu/Pokhara. If you have enough time, you can continue your journey to the Annapurna circuit trek from Dharapani.  Then you can fly Or drive from Jomsom to Pokhara.

For more details:- please contact gbkatuwal@gmail.com

1, Tsum Valley Trek. Tea house trek.

It is a hidden valley situated in the northern territory of Nepal reaching the borderland to Tibet surrounded by the Buddha Himal and Himal chuli to the west. Ganesh Himal to the south and Sringi Himal to the north. It has been recently opened for trekkers. crossing through the beautiful village in the heart of the cultural and traditional hub, where you can find the real and true image of ancient habitants still untouched by another world. this trek requires more than two weeks and a fully tented (camping) trek as there are no Tea house facilities. 

2, Dharchey Manaslu Trek. 

This lower Manaslu trekking offers unique varieties of native culture, wildlife, flora, and fauna with magnificent panoramic views to admire the lofty mountains of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Annapurna, Buddha Himal, and much more. this trekking route is located out of tourist traffic thus, having no tea house facilities.it is also a fully Camping trek. 

How to get there:- We can get there by Bus and Jeep from Kathmandu to Arughat via Gorkha bazaar. And Pokhara to Arughat then we can start the trek. 

For itinerary and for more information Contact Us:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Upper Dolpo Trek (Aug/Sep-2012)

Shey Gumba Upper Dolpa

Dolpo is situated in the mid-western part of Nepal. Dolpo is also a popular trekking route. I was Dolpo trek in this Aug/Sep. It is my third time visiting Dolpo. And the first time in Shey Gompa (upper Dolpo) with Austrian people, Documentary making group. This time big chance to see the 66 Shey- festival. This festival comes every 12 years. It is a really historical festival.

       Shey Gumba             

Cutting Documentary at Upper Dolpa

Local Festival at Dolpa

There are more than 5 thousand people at the festival, and people come from different District-different part parts of Dolpo, Mustang, Jumla, Jajarkot, and Rukum districts. Many trekkers are there. On the full moon day, people are rounding the big area about 12hr hard walking with a 5,345m high pass(Chorten Cora)for best wishes to family and for good luck.

people stay 5 to 6 nights in the Gumpa area very hard. there are around a thousand tents.

Dolpo area is very famous for Tibetan culture and Tibetan scenery. Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpo are the Deseret area of Nepal. we can enjoy with-Natural beauty of Phoksthe undo Lake, and Kanjiroba Himal is the highest mountain in this area.

                   If you are interested to visit this trek and need more information about the Dolpo Region. Feel free to contact-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

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We provide all types of tourism activities in Nepal. We give free information about tourism in Nepal.

Trekking for all seasons and all regions

Mirgin la pass Kanchenjunga circuit Trek

Kanchenjunga trek, Breakfast time

Rock Climbing

Peak Climbing

some photoes of trekking in Nepal

Everest Region

Gokyo Lake

Mt Everest and Nuptse

Kanchenjunga Region:-

Our guest ready for Breakfast

Trekking in Kanchenjunga

Upper Mustang Lo-manthang Trek

The Upper Mustang is a very famous and popular trekking area in Nepal located in the north mid-western part of Nepal in the Mustang district in the Annapurna conservation area. Mustang is beyond the Himalayan range. There are two parts of Mustang:-Upper Mustang and Lower Mustang. The lower Mustang. The lower parts are very popular tourist destinations:- Jomsom, Kagbeni, and Muktinath. 

Muktinath is very famous for its Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries and breathtaking mountain views. Lots of domestic and international tourists are visiting this area every year. Muktinath is a holy temple. It is situated 3847m high. before people had to walk from Beni Baglung to Jomsom Muktinath for about 4 to 6 days. But now people can visit by Bus (jeep) to Jomsom and Muktinath. 

From this area, you can see- Mt Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and other beautiful mountain views, people's cast and culture, and many more.

The Upper Mustang Lo-man thang area is the richest area for religion and culture. Popular for domestic and international tourists. The main attractions in this area are:- Seven hundred years old royal palace (Mustang Durbar), Very old and historical monasteries (Gompas), More than four hundred caves, purely Tibetan culture, Magic landscape, Beautiful mountain views of Mt Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri Himalayan rang, Upper mustang is the desert area of Nepal and it is a very famous trekking destination in Nepal. It is only opened in 1992 for trekkers to visit the upper Mustang area. 

For more information contact:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Kanchenjunga Region Trek

Kanchenjunga Region is a popular trekking destination in Nepal. Mt Kanchenjunga is Nepal's second and world's third-highest mountain. it is situated in Taplejung district, far east northern parts of Nepal. The Kanchenjunga is the boundary of   India and Tibet with Nepal. It is the Kanchenjunga conservation area. KCA is the only protected area of Nepal managed by local communities. This area covers more than 56 percent of the total area of the Taplejung district with 2035 square kilometers. Kanchenjunga area is very famous for-Beautiful mountain views including Mt Kanchenjunga, Mt Makalu, Mt Janu, and lots of other beautiful mountain views. 

Flora and Fauna of this area:- 

Great view of Mt Kanchenjunga & Yalung Kang

Lots of different types of trees, plants, herbs, and rhododendron. 22 species of mammals;- Snow leopard, Red panda, Grey wolf, Himalayan black bear, Big group of blue sheep and Langur, and many more 

People and culture:-

There are mainly Hindu and Buddhist religious people. Mainly Foley and Ghunsa people are originally from Tibet and they have Tibetan culture. those village's villages people supply their needed things from Tibet. The folly small  Tibetan refuse village. For the villagers Drinking water, Health clinics, schools, and their own house roofs are also managed by the Tibetan government. 

For this district people got big help from Kanchenjunga School Project. This project help this area's people before long years about 25 years. For Health, Education, construction, and many more. Ghunsa and folly have Hydro-power electricity. the winter season is very hard to live people by heavy snow and very cold weather. You can enjoy visiting Kanchenjunga Region with beautiful mountain views, flora and fauna, people's living style and lifestyles different cast, and their culture. 

Popular trekking routes:- 

1, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek- Taplejung, Suketar, Lelep, Ghunsa, Khambachen, Lhonak and Kanchenjunga North Base Camp(Pangpema 5,140m) 

2, Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek- Suketar, Yamphuding, Cheiram, Ramche and  Kanchenjunga south Base Camp (Okhatang 4,810m)

3, Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek- South Base Camp, Miring la pass, Selele pass,  Ghunsa Village, Lonak, Pangpema(North Base Camp). 

4, Nagola Pass Olangchung Gola Trek- Ghunsa, Nangola pass, Olangchung gola, Yangma , Lelep, Taplejung.

5, Topkegola to Olangchung Gola Trek- Tokpe gola,  Sodu pokhari and Olangchung gola trek.

6, Milke Danda Trek- 

How to get there:- 

There are two ways:-

1, By Flight:- Flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur then drive to Taplejung. Or a direct flight from Kathmandu to Suketar airport after that start walking/trekking. 

2, By Bus:- From Kathmandu to Ilam by Bus then the next day from Ilam to Taplejung by Bus/Jeep (2 days drive) Or From Kathmandu to Hile Basantapur by Bus then start walking/Trekking. 

For further details email at:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

Stupa near Kyanjin Langtang valley trek

Langtang Valley Trek is the third most popular trekking area in Nepal. This area is the nearest trekking and tour destination from Kathmandu. it is the northern part of Kathmandu. Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is very another beautiful trekking destination in this region. The Gosainkunda Lake is a holy pilgrimage site. 

While Langtang is an alpine valley nestled in the Himalayas. And both are the site of Langtang National Park in this region you can enjoy flora and fauna, different cast and their culture. The Langtang area people are- Tamang, Sherpa, and Helmo with their unique culture. From that region, you can see beautiful Mountain views of Langtang Himal, Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Yala Peak, Tsergo Ri, and many other beautiful mountains.

The Lauribina La Pass

Lauribina La Pass 4,610m

The Pass is a 4,610m high pass with excellent mountain views of Gosaikunda Lake. There are famous lakes in the Gosaikunda area such as Saraswati Kunda, Bhairab Kunda, Sourya Kunda, and Ganesh Kunda all are very famous for Hindu pilgrimage. lots of Nepali and Indian people visit the Gosaikunda lake for Bathing in the lake and praying the God Shiva. The lake has its own religious history. Every August there is one special day, at that day the people pray the God Shiv. that is a special day for all Hindu people.

How to get there:- From Kathmandu, you can drive by bus for about 6 to 8hr to Dhunche or Syaprubesi. From that point, you can start trekking. Further details Contact:- gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Tour and Sightseeing in Nepal

1, Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing:- 

Hanuman dhoka Durbar square(Basantapur) 

Pashupatinath Temple

Monkey temple(Syombu Nath)

Basantapur Durbar Square

Buddha Park Swoyambhunath

Boudhnath Stupa (Boudha Stupa is one of the largest and most significant Buddhist monuments in the world). 

Bhaktapur durbar square, Patan durbar square

2, Pokhara:- -Fewa Lake -International mountain museum -View of Annapurna range. -Peace stupa -David Fall -Mahendra cave -Paragliding from Sarankot The starting point for a dozen more treks through the mountains of the Annapurna range. 

 3, Lumbini:- The birthplace of Lord Buddha. 

 4, Nagarkot:- Best for Sunrise view and Stunning mountain view including Mt Everest 8,848.86m

5, Chitwan national park:- This national park was granted the sale of a world heritage site in 1984. It is popular for its natural beauty with different activities:- Jungle safari, Elephant ride, Jungle drive, Tharu cultural Show, and many more 

For more information contact:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

About Us

Namaste

I am GB Katuwal.

I am originally from Solukhumbu District. Solukhumbu is a very famous tourist destination. Mt Everest is the roof of the world so lots of people have a dream to see Mt Everest. Now I live in Kathmandu. My profession is a trekking guide. I started a tourism job many years. I was a tourist porter for 2 years in Everest Region individually. 

After that, I joined one Trekking Company I worked as a porter again. After a few seasons, I was an assistant guide for about 3 years. 

At that time, I had been to so many different trekking regions (routes) and I had good experience and knowledge about tourism and trekking routes. After that, I started as a trekking guide. I started trekking in 1998 till now. 

I am a trained person about trekking guide. I have a Guide license given by the Department of Nepal Tourism. I always, want to give good service to my guest and want to give more information about Nepal. Now I can do all kinds of tourism activities according to tourist choice. 

If you have any questions and planning to visit Nepal. Please contact me by Email at:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Lhonak on the way to Kanchenjunga trek

Annapurna Region Trek

Annapurna Region Trek is a very popular tourist destination in Nepal. It is the northwestern part of Kathmandu. It is located in Annapurna Conservation Area. Annapurna trekking route is the top ten trekking route in the world. This area is famous for its Beautiful Mountain view, the world's biggest Rhododendron forest, Lake, Historical Buddhist Monasteries, Religious and culture, the world's deepest gorges, flora, and fauna.
The scenic place of the Annapurna area
Highest Mountain more than 8000m:-Mt Annapurna 8,091, Mt Dhaulagiri 8,167m, Mt Manaslu 8,164m.
Spectacular mountain views include the Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Nilgiri, Lamjung Himal, and many more.
Thorong La passes 5,416m with a nice view.
Likewise, Gangapurna Lake, Tilicho Lake, Gangapurna Icefall, the historical Braga monastery at Manang, and the famous Muktinath temple.
Natural hot springs (Tatopani), Flora and Fauna, Different cast and their culture.
Papular Ghorepani Poonhill's viewpoint
For more information email at:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Popular Trekking Region in Nepal

Annapurna I (8,091m)

1, Annapurna Region Treks 
2, Everest Region Treks
3, Langtang Region Treks
4, Kanchenjunga Region Treks
5, Makau Region Treks
6, Rollwaling Trashi-Lapsa Trek
7, Manaslu Region Treks
8, Lower Solukhumbu Trek
9, Upper Mustang Trek
10, Upper Dolpo Trek

From this region, you can see panoramic Mountain views, many different cultures, historical temples and Monasteries Flora, and Fauna. In different trekking regions, you can enjoy different views and cultures. 

For More Information Email at:- gbkatuwal@gmail.com

Everest Region Trek

Mt Everest from Kalapatthar

Everest Region is very famous and the world's most popular trekking destination. Mt Everest is located in Solukhumbu district and Sagarmatha zone in the Sagarmatha National Park area. Sagarmatha National Park is listed as a world heritage site since 1972. The Everest region is the northeastern part of Kathmandu. People know Mt Everest is the roof of the world. Lots of people are dreaming to visit this area and want to see Mt Everest. From this area, people can see 4 mountains of more than 8000m

The main attraction of this area.
1, Mt Everest 8,848.86m, Mt Lhotse, Mt Cho Oyu and Mt Makalu.
2, Many other beautiful mountains are Aama Dablam, Pumori, Thamserku, Kongde
3, Gokyo Lake, Gokyo Ri 5,360, Renjola Pass, Chola Pass, Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar Peak, Chhukung Valley and many more.
4, Many old and historical Monasteries like Tengboche, Pangboche, Khumjung, Thame, etc
5, River, Glacial Lakes, Glaciers, Waterfall

6, Sherpa culture and festival

7, Wildlife

For further details Email at:-gbkatuwal@gmail.com