Top 5 Adventure Sports in Nepal

Nepal offers various adventure sports. Adventurers from around the world come to Nepal to enjoy adventure sports in the Himalayas.

31, Jan 2023 | nepaltraveller.com

Nepal spells “adventure”. With the highest mountains in the world, it is a haven for daring adventurers, who are looking for their dose of adrenaline rush.

When one thinks about Nepal, they envision stunning tapestries of Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries, the massive, snow-capped Himalayas, lush forests, and fast flowing rivers. Nepal may be little in comparison to India and China, but that does not mean it should be so easily disregarded. The country has more to offer than just breathtaking scenery. If you're looking for adventure, Nepal is unrivaled. The combination of limitless fun and thrills offered by daring sports accessible here doubles the country's appeal.

As you engage in some of the most alluring outdoor activities here in Nepal, your heart will race with excitement. If you participate in any of these sports, you will get a strong surge of adrenaline. So, leave your hotel beds and do something you'll remember for the rest of your life. Some of these things you could have already completed in other nations, but the real significance resides in completing them in Nepal, which is home to the breathtaking Himalayas. Here is a compilation of some of the adventure sports in Nepal.

Rafting

Top whitewater rafting locations in the world are in Nepal. As you engage in one of the most thrilling river rafting and kayaking adventures here, splash in the cool waters. As you row along serpentine routes, surrounded by rocks and boulders, the rush of excitement peaks. The majority of the rivers in this area flow down from the mighty glaciers of the Himalayas. Your river rafting adventure is even more picturesque because of the emerald forests and clear skies. Watersports enthusiasts, you must not miss this. The thrill is out of this world.

According to the degree of difficulty, you can go rafting in a variety of rivers because each river has a unique flow. The river Trishuli is one of the most popular locations to begin rafting in. The moderate and manageable flow of the Trishuli river is one of its outstanding features. On the other hand, if you love adventure, you must attempt rafting on rivers like the Seti, Karnali, and Bheri. Instead of rafting on your own, it is advisable that you raft with the help of a hired, rafting coach. These rivers can be quite fierce and it’s not wise to mess around with them.

Paragliding

If you believe that the sky is the limit, you must not skip the adventure of paragliding in Nepal. Exhilarating panoramas of villages, monasteries, lakes, verdant jungles, and temples can be seen. Fly alongside eagles, kites, and Himalayan griffins. A recent activity worth mentioning is parahawking. By maintaining a piece of meat on your gloved hands, you can feed the birds while you are in the air.

Pokhara is one of the top 5 tandem paragliding locations in the world and offers a convenient environment for the pastime. Here, paragliding is a pleasurable experience- thanks to the proper take-off and landing zones, a sizable lake that adds to safety, and the breathtaking mountain vistas. Nearly 20 businesses offer paragliding services in this area. But, the costs are fixed and include transportation and insurance.

Ziplining

Buckle up because Nepal offers some of the most exhilarating ziplines to experience. You will have minutes of intense thrill and adventure- thanks to the steep and lengthy zip lines here. The lush, emerald forests and high mountain peaks that tower over them will astound you. The area's amazing natural splendor enhances the zip-lining experience.

One of the most unique zip-lining experiences may be had in Sarangkot, which is in western Nepal. You will be flying down from an elevation of 5400 meters (17716 feet) over a distance of 1800 meters (5905 feet), all while surrounded by the picturesque highlands. As you zipline, you'll be astounded to see the beautiful vistas of the Pokhara lake. Visitors love the Sarangkot zip lines because of its secure and cozy setting. You may rely on your trainer’s high level of professionalism to ensure your safety.

Bungee Jumping

If you want to feel your heart rates drop, bungee jumping is another extremely popular adventure sport in Nepal. In this activity, you will be jumping off a bridge that is suspended above the ground at a considerable height, and all around the bridge are beautiful views of rolling green hills. The experts will allow you to prepare and count to five before you jump. A person needs to weigh between 40 kg and 100 kg in order to be qualified to bungee jump. The age of the jumper must be at least 18 years old. Besides, a harness will be fastened to your body for safety. Speaking of safety, you will jump while being watched by experts to provide you an exhilarating but secure jumping experience. 

Take a free fall off the world's steepest ravines and have an experience you won't find anywhere else. One of the top bungee experts in New Zealand created the bungee jump in Nepal. Your safe freefall and amazing adrenaline rush are guaranteed by the expert jumpers here. This is absolutely your call, adventurers!

Rock Climbing

This adventure sport has grown significantly in popularity in recent years. Rock climbing in Nepal's mountains is a truly exceptional and thrilling experience. As you ascend the challenging slopes, the climb is worth the excitement and adventure. There are several fantastic rock climbing alternatives available throughout the nation for amateur, intermediate, and expert climbers as well. You will adore pushing your limits with these rocks in Nepal. The surrounding, densely vegetated area greets you with open arms as you wound your way to the peak.

Beautiful Hattiban is a village close to the Kathmandu Valley. You have to travel for 20 minutes through the forest to get to the rock climbing location. The limestone cliff of Hattiban has roughly ten single-pitch intermediate-to-advanced climbing routes. These routes are all designed for sports climbing and have bolted anchors at the top of each route. 

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