Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and variation in altitude. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 meters, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from sub-tropical to Arctic. Nepal is occupying only 0.1 % of the earth and is home to:

1. 2 % of all the flowering plants in the world
2. 8 % of the world's population of birds (more than 848 species)
3. 4 % of mammals on earth
4. 11 of the world's 15 families of butterflies (more than 500 species
5. 600 indigenous plant families
6. 319 species of exotic orchids
7. 8 of the 14 highest (8000 m) peaks of the world

Area:		147, 181 square kilometers
Geography:		Situated between China to the north and India to the south, east & west
Capital city:		Kathmandu
Population:		Around 23 million
Language:		is the national language however English is spoken by many
People:		Nepal has more than 40 ethnic groups and 70 spoken languages
Religion:		Nepal enjoys the distinction of being the only Hindu Kingdom in the world, however there is a harmonious blending of Hinduism and Buddhism.
Climate:		Nepal has four seasons, namely; (1) Winter – December to February, (2) Spring – March to May, (3) Summer – June to August & (4) Autumn September to November. Nepal can be visited the whole year around.
What to wear:		Lightweight clothing is recommended for May through October, Warm garments are required in October through till March. An umbrella or a raincoat is a must for the rainy season.
Voltage:		Standard voltage only 220 volts.

Facilities
Nepal has several choices when it comes to accommodation facilities. These range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges. For good quality service, it is advisable to use the facilities and services of government registered hotels, lodges, travel agencies, the licensed tour guides only and engage and authorized trekking guide or porter only though a registered travel/trekking agency.

Major Tourist Attractions
Few destinations in the world can match Nepal in the variety of adventure tourism: be it mountaineering, trekking, mountains biking, nature tours, culture tours, pilgrimages, white-water-rafting, kayaking, canoeing, mountains flights, hot air ballooning, pony trekking, jungle safaris, bird watching, fishing, hang-gliding, ultra-light aircraft ride, etc. In addition, we have several special interest tours like orchid tours, culture trek, honey hunting, village tours, fossil hunting, meditation courses and seminars, Shamanism - Panimism tour, cave culture, snow leopard and blue sheep trek and many more that take place throughout the year.

ITINERARIES

• ›› SUNKOSI ("River of Gold") - (Duration 8 nights / 9 days)