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NEPAL & TIBET
Two Remote Mountain Kingdoms in one Adventure
"Come to this remote mountain Kingdom of Nepal.
Visit the worlds highest mountain - Everest.
Take an unforgettable journey across the roof of the world to the distant Tibetan capital of Lhasa.
Undertake vital school aid work in Nepal - all you could want from your mountain adventure!"
Start with the language:
You will be met at Kathmandu International Airport and settled into our house in Kathmandu. This is the remote Himalayan mountain capital of Nepal. You will spend you first week acclimatising, enjoying cultural visits around the city and, most importantly, attending Nepali classes.
Your language classes will help you communicate in the more rural areas. These also include lessons on how to meet and great and Nepali culture also history so you really get the most out of your time here.
WORK IN NEPALS' MOUNTAIN SCHOOLS
From Kathmandu you will head into one of the rural valleys of Nepal where you will meet the Nepali family that you will live with during your time on the Rural Communities Development Programme (RCDP).
Helping with the cooking in the evenings will be just one of the things that will make you a part of the family, but during the day you will be working on the RCDP school project. Here you will provide vital assistance, including developing resources, construction on school buildings and possibly some simple English teaching, depending on what is required at the time.
LIVE WITH A NEPALI FAMILIY
As you bid farewell to your host family you will head off to the Royal Chitwan National Park where you visit an elephant breeding centre and then climb aboard your elephant to trek the one horned rhino and the famous Bengal Tiger.
As you are at the base of the glaciers run off from the Himalayas we take advantage of this with a day's canoeing or rafting - subject to the flow. A unique way to see Nepal. Jungle walks to Tharu villages, where you can experience the Thrau Stick Dance, will complete your Nepalese experience.
Tibet - JOURNEY OVER THE TOP of the world .
Often described as 'the roof of the world', Tibet offers the visitor the opportunity to soak up the spirituality of the rich Buddhist culture that thrives here. It takes 4-5 days driving over some of the most remote mountains and the highest plateau in the world to enter the remote region of Tibet.
In the capital, Lhasa, you will see many ancient monasteries, temples and palaces, as well as enjoy the bustle and charm of the local market.
PLUS: EVEREST
Finally you will head south to Mount Everest. Here you have the opportunity to trek to the worlds highest mountain. An experience of your life time! After visiting Everest Base Camp, when then return to Kathmandu.
A final farewell night in Kathmandu, before it is time to leave this mountain Kingdom and return to another world.
NEPAL AND TIBET ADVENTURE INCLUDES:
On receipt of your Booking Form, we will call to discuss any questions you may have. STA will also call you to discuss your flight options. You then receive briefing packs including medical, kit, FCO advice, country history and project information, as well as your Greenforce polo shirt. You will also be invited to your Meet Your Team briefing day and BBQ in Central London. We will fully prepare you before you go.
Airport pick up from Kathmandu International Airport. Welcome and safety briefing. Twin bedroom and 3 meals per day in our Kathmandu house. Nepali cultural briefing. Tour of Kathmandu's famous narrow markets. Five days Nepali language lessons. Local transport to mountain school, with guide. Homestay including all meals. Teacher placement. Option for rafting. Elephant Ride. Bengal Tiger/One Horned Rhino safari. Overland to Lhasa, home of the Dalai Lama, including meals, accommodation and guide. Everest Base Camp. Temples. Final night inKathmandu. Airport drop off. Emergency back up.
Price: 5 weeks £1,400
Dates for 2007: 15th April - 20th May, 8th July - 12th August, 7th October - 11th November
These may be individual and not group placements. For two or more email for a tailor made adventure.
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Can I stay longer than five weeks?
Yes, combine Nepal and Tibet with our amazing five week India program.
Typically accompanied by our Expedition Leader we head down to Delhi to start the India program normally one week after we return to Kathmandu.
Also claim your 10% discount off your India Program if you come from the Nepal & Tibet expedition.
