The National Parks are home to an abundant population of varied wildlife ranging from while elephant, Greater one horned rhinoceros, leopard, blue ball sambar, numerous types of deer, and the most magnificent cats - the Royal Bengal tiger. The birdwatching is some of the best of the sub-continent with over 800 species of birds recorded. An uncanny blend of untouched natural splendor, exotic cultures, warm settled weather, and exciting whitewater makes river travel here especially unique. K athmandu has fascinated traders for centuries and has long been the centre of Commerce between India, China and Tibet. The possibilities for sightseeing and retail therapy are endless - shops carry unique items such as Tibetan rugs, Nepalese wood carvings, exquisite jewelry and other remarkable goods.
T ravelling on a river in Nepal is a wonderful experience.
The days are warm and the scenery is spectacular. We camp on beautiful beaches that have a new layer of sand deposited on them every monsoon. Once we leave the put-in, we see few indications of modern civilisation as we pass through farmland and jungle. The friendly local inhabitants of as curious about us as we are about them. A dventures here are not limited to whitewater excitement.