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 The adventure of hot air ballooning is available in Kathmandu . The principles governing hot air balloons are very simple. Propane gas is fired into the balloon or envelope as it is called, which heats the air and causes it to rise. Once the balloon fills with enough hot air, it takes to he skies. From then on, it is the wind, which decides where the balloon goes. Adding more or less hot air to the envelope and in this way controls altitude; air currents can be ridden to reach a desired destination.
Usually flights begin shortly after dawn, when winds are their calmest. Once the balloon is full and al systems double-checked, the lines are let loose and the passenger basket is carried up over the morning fog and into sun-lit skies. The balloon will float at about 1,200 to 1,500 M above the Valley, which will bring passengers close to 3,000 M. From this altitude, the entire Himalayan range will be in sight as well as fantastic downward views of iiself.
After 15 minutes or so at this altitude, enough time for people to take their photos and convince their jaws to close again, the balloon will descend for a gentle flight over the sights of the Kathmandu Valley . By the timem the basket sets down again, roughly one house after take-off, the balloonists will have experienced Kathmandu and the mighty Himalaya from an entirely new perspective. .........Back
 Mountain flight appeals to all categories of travelers. For those who are restricted by time or other considerations from going trekking, these flights offer a panoramic view of the Himalaya in just one hour. Even those visitors who like the rigors of a trek still don't miss the opportunity to "conquer" the mountains in one fell swoop.
Travelers take off from Kathmandu in the early morning for an hour's worth of spectacular mountain scenery. As the aircraft lifts up and heads towards the east, passengers don't have to wait too long to find out what's in store for them. There they are - the mountains, as they always have been.
First to their far left visitors see Gosaithan, also called Shisha Pangma, standing at the majestic height of 8,013 m. Immediately to the right of Gosaithan, there appears Dorje Lakpa (6,966 m), a mountain that looks like the number 8 lying down and covered with snow. To the right of Dorje Lakpa is Phurbi-Ghyachu, which looms over the Kathmandu Valley. .........Back
 The sport has finally found a natural home in the highest mountains range in the world. The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced in Nepal at perhaps, the best site in the world. Nepal 's first bungy jumping site is situated 160m. over the wild Bhote Kosi River , and located close to the Nepal-Tibet ( China ) border, a three hours drive from Kathmandu . A jump can be arranged on arrival in Kathmandu . The jump, at 160 m. was designed by one of the New Zealand 's leading bungy consultants, and is operated by some of the most experienced jumpmasters in the business. .........Back
 Manakamana is a holy site of Hindu Pilgrimage. Pilgrims of different places including India come in the thousands to visit and pay homage to goddess Manakamana. ITis believed by the locals that she fulfills our wishes if we pray her by heart. So she is called 'Manakamana" which means 'wish of heart'.
There is only one cable car service in Nepal is Manakamana Cable Car. We can reach the temple of Manakamana by this car. Manakamana Temple is just away three hours from Kathmandu by drive. This is a holy place where hundreds of goats and chickens are sacrificed every day. The cars go straight up to the hilltop and comedown so beautifully which a wonderful experience. .........Back
 Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seeker. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalaya.
Gliding is a weather dependent sports and the flying season in Nepal commences from November through February, the best months being November and December. The takes off point for these flights is Sarankot (1592m.), which also offers prime views of Fewa lake and mountains at sunrise and sunset (provided the skies are clear) and the landing is by the Fewa lake. No previous experience is required as qualified pilots provide a short briefing before launching. .........Back
 Mountain biking is a fast way to see rural Nepal . The Villages are quaint and you will see the Nepalese peoples as they are. You can ride through rice fields, bike to the Terai towns or test your to Mount Mera with your bike. The Mountain baking possibilities and streets are endless in Nepal . There are many mountain mud tracks that have created a paradise for the action biker. .........Back
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