The Himalaya mountain range stretches over more than 2,500 kilometers, from the Brahmaputra River in the east to the Indus River on its western side. It is approximately 300 kilometers wide and rises more than nine kilometers above sea level. It is also a major tourist destination for adventure travel junkies.
In Nepal alone, there are 326 peaks that hikers and mountaineers can explore and ascend. This sort of climbing is best reserved for the experienced mountaineers in the group, though there are plenty of easy to intermediate treks available for less adept adventure travelers at the lower altitudes. The view from the Himalayas is incredible to the point that some have described the scenery as the last unspoiled wilderness in the world.
While in Nepal, visitors may want to take a few days off of their crazy climbing adventures to experience some of the additional cultural and geological sites in the area. Groups can ride horses through the country's many national parks, visit traditional mountainous villages and explore ancient Buddhist monasteries.
Visiting Nepal for the most exciting climbing adventure of one's life is best planned with a small group of adventure travelers.
Pretend you're an Everest explorer and trek the Himalayas in Nepal
Posted on Friday, June 10th, 2011
