BTTM THIRD SEM REPORT

Table of Contents
Acknowledgement
Abbreviation
Use of figure
Use of map
Objectives of study tour
Itinerary of study tour

1. Introduction of Nepal
2. Rafting at Trisuli
2.1Location
2.2 Accessibility
2.3River feature
2.4Amenities and facilities
2.5 Lesson learnt
3. Destination Chitwan
3.1 Location
3.2 Attraction
3.3 Accessibility
3.4 Accommodation and Aminities
3.5 Infrastructure
3.6 Lesson learnt
4. Destination Pokhara
4.1 Location
4.2 Attraction
4.3 Accessibility
4.4 Accommodation and Aminities
4.5 Infrastructure
4.6 Lesson learnt
5. Ghorepani Dhampus Trekking
5.1 Location
5.2 Attraction
5.3 Accessibility
5.4 Accommodation and Aminities
5.5 Infrastructure
5.6 Lesson learnt

6. Study feedback
7. Appendices






ACKNOWLEDGEMENT



It is a great pleasure that this assignment report has been written out
after joining in eight nights and nine days Tour, Trek, and Rafting
programme which was organized by Kathmandu Academy of Tourism and
Hospitality for the student of BTTS third semester. This report is all
about the practical assignment of inclusive tour which is interrelated with
course of third semester and tourism activity too.


It has been prepared after completing of practical assignment (study tour)
organized by college KATH. So I would like to express my sincere thanks to
my respected teachers Mr Anup Thapa and Shiva sir for leading inclusive
tour as well as to Mr Sudhir Adhikari, Principal of Kathmandu Academy of
Tourism and Hospitality Management for providing us such a nice opportunity
to gain skill and knowledge about travel and tourism. At the same time I
would also like to thank to Tourism club which facilitated such kind of
tour.


I have done tour, trek and rafting very successfully where I got the chance
to study about Inclusive tour and idea about handling the client in various
destinations in various situations. So I would like to thank all my friends
and colleagues who were with me in the tour and I am very grateful to
Mr.Ramesh Bista the coordinator who had given relevant information about
various destinations and rafting for the completion of this practical
report so far.





ISHWOR KHADKA
BTTS
III SEMESTER
KATH















Abbreviation


ACAP: Annapurna Conservation Area Project
CNP: Chitwan National Park
PM: Prime Minister
HQ: Headquarter
MHZ: Mega hertz
KM: Kilometer




Use of figure


Map of Nepal page no: 1
Flora page no:
4
Fauna page no:
5
Phewa Lake page no: 8
Moon light Resort page no: 10
Mountain View page no: 12


Use of Map


Map details
Trisuli River map page no: 2
Chitwan National park page no: 4
Pokhara city page no: 8
Trekking circuit page no: 12


























Map of Trisuli








Map of Pokhara valley


Objective of study Tour


The field visit and practical exposure is important for any professional
course. As per the circular requirement of the bachelor of travel and
tourism BTTS third semester course of study. The students are required to
undertake a study tour of major places of the tourist interest. This year
BTTS third semester students were require to undertake 08nights and 09 days
study tour including rafting in Trisuli, sightseeing and culture dance in
Chitwan, Pokhara seightseeing Ghorepani and Dhampus for the period 2011.
This study reports prepared and submitted in partial fulfillment of the
requirement for the BTTS third semester course of study.

The objectives of the tour as an important to complete the course program
with familiarization of conduction of package tour along with increasing
our knowledge to observe and learn for handling and to promote attraction
and tourism infrastructure of important in new tourism destination of
Nepal. This in effect is expected to develop the confidence of the students
to perform better in their future carrier in tourism. The tour program was
organized by K.A.T.H College for the practical knowledge of 08nights and 09
days tour on Trisuli rafting, Chitwan, Pokhara, Ghorepani, Dhampus trek. In
this tour report the itinerary of our tour activities has been presented in
details, which is as follows




























ITINERARY

KATHMANDU-TRISULI RAFTING-CHITWAN-POKHARA-
GHOREPANI/GHANDRUK/LANDRUK/DHAMPUS TREK-POKHARA-KATHMANDU

Activities


AM: Arrive at college, meet, assist and drive to Chauradifor rafting
and lunch


on the bank of Trisuli river during rafting from the charaudi to
kuringhat. Drive
to chitwan.
PM: Free time for leisure, Dinner and Tharu culture program and O/N
(1st day)


AM: Early morning elephant riding in the community forest and back to
resort for B/F. After B/F visit to the elephant breeding centre. Lunch
at resort and drive back to pokhara.
PM: Arrive at pokhar . At leisure for personal pursuits. Dinner and O/N
at hotel.n (2nd day)


AM: Breakfast early morning, and full day S/S of pokhara
including(Bindyabasini temple, Mahindra cave, Gorkha museum, K.I sing
Mridge,) back to hotel and lunch at hotel.
PM: S/S (International mountain museum, Davis falls, Gupteshwor Mahadev
cave) and in the evening at leisure. Dinner and O/N at same hotel. (3rd
day)


AM: Wake up in the morning, boating to Barahi temple and back to Hotel
for B/F and drive to Nayapul for trek. Take lunch at Birethanti and
proceed to Tikhedhunga.
PM: At leisure. Dinner and O/N lodge. (4th day)


AM: Early morning take B/F and trek to Ghodepani. Lunch at Nayathanti.
PM: At leisure. Dinner and O/N at Lodge. (5th day)


AM: wake up early in the morning(04:00 am) hike to poonhill (sunrise
with Himalaya panorama) Back to lodge for B/F. After B/F start trek to
Tadapani, and lunch at Banthanti.
PM: Arrive at Tadapani. Dinner and O/N at lodge. (6th day)


AM: B/F early in thye morning and start trek to Landruk Lunch at
Ghandruk, proceed to Landruk.
PM: Arrive at Landruk. At leisure, Dinner and O/N at lodge.(7th day)


AM: B/F early morning and start trek to dhampus , Lunch at Pothana.
PM: Arrive at Dhampus, and make visit of Dhampus village, O/N at
lodge.(8th day)


AM: After B/F trek to phedi. Depart for Kathmandu and lunch at Mugling
on the way to Kathmandu.
PM: Arrive at Kathmandu. Disperse for Ravibhawan (9th day)

1. Introduction of Nepal

Nepal is one of the smallest countries in world. In world map it look like
a small drop of water in sea. It occupies 0.03% area of world & 0.3% area
of an Asia. It covers 147181 sq. km. area in one corner of south Asia
between huge countries China & India in shape of brick

Nepal is land locked country. But in terms of water resources, it is the
second richest country of world. In terms of hydro power it has
potentialities of 83000 MHz. which is 2% of all over the world. In terms of
cultural & natural diversity also Nepal is one of the richest countries.

Nepal is a small country but it covers huge natural as well as cultural
diversities which cannot be found every where. In terms of natural beauty,
cultural diversity it is one of the richest country due to its unique
geographical position & latitudinal variation. The elevation of a country
ranges from 60m above the sea level to highest point of earth, Mt. Everest
8848m, all with distance of 150km. with climatic conditions ranging from
sub tropical to Tundra. The world's highest mountain ranges on earth, thick
topical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers,
forested hills, and frozen valleys make Nepal as a one piece of heaven.
Nepal is considered as a second ultimate destination after the New Zealand.
It is a country of topographical diversities & rich flora & fauna.

Within the spectacular geography of Himalayan heritage Nepal, home of Mt.
Everest is also home of 23.1 million people belonging to 101 ethnic groups
who speak over 92 different languages, most living rural lives in their own
little world, along the length of the Himalayas. The best way to explore to
the exotic Himalayan, Hilly as well as Terai culture & nature of Nepal is
by visiting through those villages & meeting the charming people, as great
Swiss Geologist Tony Hagen did in the 1950s before even Nepal opened doors
to the outside world for foreigners.









Map 1.1map of Nepal,
Source: www.welcomenepal.com










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2. RAFTING AT TRISHULI

Trishuli is the most popular and commercially run river of Nepal as it runs
from Langtang to Chitwan Valley.It has impressive gorges, moderate white
water, a few exciting rapids ,some of tis part are heartpounding however
most of the part are comfortable and. It is an excellent river for those
who have limited time .The river Bhote koshi starts from the Tibetan side
of Ganesh himal and joins the Trishuli River from Goshain kunda. It drains
the water from Langtang in the east to Manaslu in the west.

River class: 2, 3+
From: Baireni- alt 425m.
Distance: 106km.
Average gradient: 3m/km
Star rating: **
Volume: 300cms
To :Narayan ghat-alt 180m.
River days: 1-4days
Scenery/wild:*
Map: 1.2
rafting map of Trishuli River,
Source:
NARA

2.1 LOCATION

Trishuli River is the most popular and commercially running river of Nepal
which passes along Prithivi highway and flows to Chitwan valley. Rafting in
Trisuli is enjoyed in very reasonable cost. It comes from Langtang and main
source of this river is Gosaikunda. It flows through Nuwakot, Dhading and
meets to plain land of India with Ganga River.

2.2 Accessibility

Trishuli River is the most easily accessible river by motor able road. The
rafting starts from Charaundi and ends at Kurintar which is fully motorable
. It is only 80km far from Kathmandu and is touched by Prithivi Highway.


2.3 River Features

Trishuli river is famous for short duration and budgetary rafting for all
kind of people, who wants to enjoy the white water river rafting . Trishuli
river rafting is easy and enjoyable due to its river rapids of 2-3+.Overall
250 species of birds including wall creepers, scarlet and kingfishers can
be viewed. Much number of rapids can be encountered of different grading
such as: SNELL'S NOSE, MONKEY I and II, LADISE DELIGHT, UPSET, SURPRISES,
TEAPOT rapids of 2, 3-, 3 and 3+.rapids "UPSET" or very thrilling and
difficult to handle while encountered as well as rapid "TINDEVI" (3goddess)
named after 3 large holes or drops which is 4,4+rapids ;just above the
Budigandaki is to be encountered. The best seasons for rafting are autumn
and Spring of
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rapids grade3, 3+ and 4+ and its about 106 kms distance. Trishuli river
trip is only 2-4 days with fully entertaining and difficult rapids.

2.4 Amenities and facilities

At put-in point and put-out point of rafting there is only few
accommodation and catering facilities like resorts ,restaurants and lodges
where people can stay and take their breakfast, lunch and dinner .The best
way to take exciting moments is camping at the various stopping points in
the small beaches of Trishuli river. There is also suitable parking areas
and other facilities like bank, post offices, hospitals, travel agencies
etc near by the Trishuli river area.



2.5 Lessons learnt.


As we all know that Nepal is paradise for the raft lovers and rafting is
often an adventure activity undertaken for the excitement of a lifetime.
During our tour programme, we got an opportunity to raft in Trishuli river
It helped us to gain the practical knowledge about rafting. After 4 hrs
drive from Kathmandu we reached at Charaudi which was the put-in point of
our rafting. After putting jacket and helmet we were taken to the river
where we were briefed by the river guide.

Lessons learnt during rafting is paddling technique of forwarding and back
warding at the same time guides taught us about briefing on how to
entertain to the client, various rapids and current grade and idea about
tackls the rapid. They gave us knowledge about boat and holding technique
of paddle and in case of emergency how to face the hazardous situation. We
enjoyed the rapids, glancing birds at river side and viewing the scenic
beauty around it. We got experience of thrilling moment while we got water
thrown on us.

We learnt safety measures to be taken if we suddenly find ourselves not
sitting in a raft anymore such as to be in a vertical position and try to
swim and to hold and pass the paddle to the nearest friend.

To sum up, I personally felt this rafting exercise was very thrilling
exciting and amusing, but I think once is not enough.











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3. DESTINATION CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK

Chitwan National Park is the pride of Chitwan district. It covers an area
of 932 sq. km. It is situated in the subtropical lowland of the inner
terai, in the confluence of Rapti and Narayani River close to the Indian
boarders. It was included in World Heritage Site in 1984. It is the home of
one-horned rhino.


Map: 1.3map of Chitwan National Park,
Source: dnpwc.org.np










3.1 Location

Chitwan National Park, the oldest National Park in Nepal, is situated in
the subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal which is
located in narayani zone of Nepal. It is very narest place from
narayanghat.It has touched various district like Makawanpur and
Nawalparasi.

3.2 Attractions

Basically there are two types of attractions in CNP


A) Natural attraction:




Fig 1.2: Sunset view from Rapati beach

i) Flora:
The park has three basic vegetation types –open grassland, riverine forest
and hard wood forest.Approx 70%of vegetation is Sal forest and remaining
vegetation includes 20% grassland, 7% Riverine forest and 3% Sal with
Chirpine.


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ii) Fauna:



Fig: 1.3: Rhino playing in water









Chitwan National Park is home of mammals, reptiles ,birds and fishes.
Approximately 43 species of mammals including one-horn rhino, Tiger,
Gharial crocodile with common species such as Gaur, wild elephant, four
horned Antelope, Striped Hyena, Pangolian.Over 526 species of bird
including endangered Bengal Florican, Giant Hornbill, Lesser Florican,
Black stork and white Stork.Commonly seen birds and Peafol, Red Jungle
Fowl, Herons, Kingfisher, Flycatches and Woodpeckers.The best time of bird
watching is March and December.

More than 49 species of amphibians and reptiles, 126 species of fish, 150
types of different butterflies can find in the park.

The park offers interesting sites and activities. The display at the
visitor center at Sauraha provides fascinating information on wildlife and
conservation programs. The women's user groups' souvenir shop offers a
variety of handicrafts and other local products for gifts and souvenirs.

Elephant safari provides opportunity to get a closer view of the
endangered one-horned. One may also get a glimpse of elusive Bengal tiger.
The Elephant Breeding Centre at Khorser, Sauraha gives you information on
domesticated elephant and the baby elephants born there.

B) Man-made attraction:

The Tharu Cultural Museum which offers visitors a glimpse of Tharu culture
and traditions they perform which are being fast disappearing in the Tharu
community. The museum harbors a mosaic of cultural traditions of the Tharu
people during the three periods of their lifecycle-pre-marital, marital and
post marital. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to view existent
Tharu community along the museum showcase culture and traditions as a
replica.

The main attraction for visitors is Hattipolo, which is only the game
played in Nepal. It is very interesting game so many tourist come to
participate and watch this game. It is played in the month Nov/Dec. It is
an international game played only in Nepal at Sauraha. Another game played
after Hattipolo is Elephant race, which is played in month Dec/Jan.

The museum at Kasara, the park headquarters, has informative displays. Near
the HQ visitors can see Bikram Baba, a Hindu religious site of archival
value. A short walk (1km) from the park HQ will take you to the Gharial
Breeding Center, which is also home to the Marsh mugger and number of
turtles.


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3.3 Accessibility

The park is accessible by car or bus on the Kathmandu-Mugling-Narayanghat
Highway and or through Mahendra Highway from Hetauda. It is about 6 hour's
drive from Kathmandu to Narayanghat. Local buses are available to Tadi
Bazar which is about an hour drive form Narayanghat. A 6 km walk or bullock
cart ride brings the visitors to Sauraha, the park entrance. Also air
services from Kathmandu to Meghauli for US$82 each way and Bharatpur US$65
each way are available. Local buses are available form Narayanghat to Park
Kasara.


3.4 Accommodation & Amenities:

Chitwan National Park is the major attraction of tourist so for the comfort
of people, there are lot of lodges and resorts inside & outside the
national park. The National Park has given permission to run resort,
lodges, Temple tiger, Island Jungle Resort etc. They are serving to the
clients from inside the National Park. They are providing various
facilities to the tourist according to their demand. Outside the parks also
there are lots of lodges & resorts. They have focused in client demand &
their satisfaction. One can find very expensive hotel to budget class hotel
having the facilities like attached bathroom, cabana room, beautiful
garden, A/C with mini bar in the room etc.

3.5 Infrastructure

Black topped road has touched with the park. On can find excellent water
supply in every hotel. Near the park entrance one can find health post with
the facility of general surgery. In terms of security, park is totally
secured with army and police post. It offers good communication facility
like inter phone, various cyber, and mobile network. No one have to face
blackout problem in Chitwan national park and its surrounding.

3.6 Lessons learnt

After visiting Chitwan National Park, we know that National Park is the
place of preserving endangered, vulnerable & rare animals and bird on one
side and conserving natural environment in original form another side. Park
is the habitat of various animals so people who visit the park, must
follow the rules and regulation of park.. Another thing we learnt was that
we have to conserve the natural environment wheather by making National
Park, conservation area or by making community forest. Only using natural
beauties and its land for enjoyment and recreation and not preserving those
leads to catastrophe not only natural environment, we have to preserve
flora and fauna of the particular place.




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Protecting the natural environment means protecting the wild life and
preserving their habitat. Local people get various facilities from there
and it leads for the development of National Park. Conserving the natural
environment also means controlling pollution. Afforesting the place and
providing shelter for wild living creatures helps to increase the life
standard of local people too. Conserving the environment doesn't mainten
only tourist attraction but also provide economi benefit, chance to public
participating in various programs also.

In Chitwan National Park we saw that to increase the number of elephant
there is elephant breeding centers and Gharial breeding centre to increase
the number of Gharial. To reduce over population entry in Natural Park,
local people are running community forest safari, which helps to increase
the living standard of local people. The ethnic groups Tharus who live
nearer to the parks show daily cultural program to the tourist which
provide both entertainment and helps to preserve the culture of Tharus. The
Sauraha agricultural village is now completely developed as wildlife
tourism destination. Chitwan's popularity as a tourist destination has
increased significantly since 1980's.


































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4. DESTINATION POKHARA

Pokhara is the second largest tourist destination of Nepal. It is the best
destination for those people who love nature and its beauty. It has been
recognized as a naturelist paradise because of its extreme geographical
variation which includes hilly rainy area to middle hills. The beautiful
Machhapuchre, Davis Fall, Siddheshowor Cave etc. are the natural attraction
which attract many national and international tourists in Pokhara. The main
special feature of Pokhara is natural beauty and its charm ness.

4.1 Location

Pokhara Valley is situated in the mountainous region of the southern
Himalayas and trapped between the higher Himalayas in the north and
Mahabharat range in the south; it occupies central position in the country.
It valley spreads mainly over Kaski district and covers small portions of
Tanahun and Syangja district from Pokhara, Tibetan border to the north is
72 kilometers and Indian border to the south is 78 kilometers. Within a
small area the elevation ranges nearly from 500 meters to 3,000 meters in
the Pokhara valley. 

Map: 1.4 map of Pokhara,


Source: www.welcomenepal.com







4.2 Attraction

Basically there are two types of attraction in Pokhara i.e.

A) Natural

i)Phewa Lake:
It is the largest lake in the valley, measuring 1.5 by 4 km. The lake is
best situated for boating, bird watching and especially photographing the
scenic mountains.


Fig: 1.4 Phewa Lake in Pokhara


















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The excellent setting of the lake and the reflections of the Annapurna
Mountains is something; no visitors would like to miss during a boating
trip.


ii) Sarangkot:
Situated at 1500m is a former fort of Kaski Kings. An early morning drive
to watch the sunrise and beautiful Mountain view starting from Dhaulagiri
in the extreme left, the view includes Annapurna South , I, II, III,IV,
Machhapuchre and Lamjhung.

iii) Davi's fall:
Locally known as Patele Chhango, is an awesome waterfall lying about 2km
south-west of Pokhara airport.

iv) Mahendra Cave:
It is another intresting natural site across the Seti river .It is one of
the stalactite caves found in Nepal. As the cave has not at been well
explored, it is worthwhile to explore the interior.

B) Manmade:

i) Barahi Temple:
It is built in the middle of Fewa-lake is dedicated to the Goddess Ajima-
The Grand mother. The universal protector is the boar manifestation of
Goddess Shakti. She is often worshiped with the sacrifice of animals.


ii) World peace pagoda:
A massive Buddhist Stupa , is situated on top of a hill on the southern
shore of Fewa Lake. Besides being an impressive sight by itself, the
shrine is a great vantage point which offers a spectacular view of the
mountains, Fewa Lake and Pokhara city.

iii) Bindabasani Temple:
It is the center of religious activities in the old bazzar.It is dedicated
to Ganesh Bhagwati, another manifestation of Shakti.on Tuesday and
Saturday, people sacrifice animals and believe that she will help them to
fuilfill their desires and wishes.

iv) K.I. Sing Bridge:
Seti River is a narrow but deep river in pokhara. It is just a meter wide.
KI Sing, who was the late PM of Nepal, jumped across the river before the
construction of the bridge. After the construction of the bridge and due to
the traditions of that time, it is called KI Sing Bridge and it is believed
that this is the shortest bridge of the world over such big river.

Pokhara is the only city in Nepal which is famous for the Himalayan Peaks
and the Annapurna Himalayan Range. Some of the Famous Mountains that can be
seen from Pokhara are Mt. Machhapuchree, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna, Mt.
Hinchuli etc. it is the only City in Nepal that consist of seven beautiful
lakes. Some of the famous lakes are Fewa Lake, Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake.




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4.3 Accessibility

Pokhara, now-a-days, is linked to the major cities of Nepal by air and road
transportation. Airplanes of different airlines fly several times a day
from Kathmandu to Pokhara and many times a week from other major cities of
the country. All the cities of Nepal where motoring has been possible so
far are linked to Pokhara by roads and regular bus services are available.


4.4 Infrastructure

Pokhara offers various kind of housing pattern to stay and every house has
good vehicle parking facility in side the house. one can get the well
developed communication, cyber and lights also makes pokhara very
beautiful. Pokhara hospital and various college and university provide
opportunity to the people to get good healthcare education. Proper
sanitation can also be seen as a well developed infrastructure in Pokhara
valley.

4.5 Accommodation and Amenities

Pokhara is well developed city so there are many hotels and restaurants of
various ranks. The hotel from five stars to non star lies there so
accommodation facilities are very good in Pokhara. Mostly the hotels are
located near the lakeside which is the top choice destination for tourists
too. The only one five star hotel of Pokhara "The Phulbari Resort" is the
main accommodation of tourist. Other small hotels, resorts, restaurants
etc. Most of the hotels of pokhara offer attached bathroom with hot sour,
mini bar in the room and A\C facility. For the entertainment of the client,
music systems are also managed by hoteliers. On e can find enough space for
car parking in the hotel and around the Pokhara valley. In the side of the
lake one can get the motorbike in rent by paying certain money for short
period and long period.






Fig: 1.5 Hotel Moonlight Resort in Pokhara














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4.6 Lessons Learnt


Pokhara is beautiful and well managed city of Nepal. To develop tourism,
the local tourism organization is working efficiently. The 4A's of tourism
are developed adequately. The place is silent and peaceful. We learnt that
to develop the place first of all, the local people should be helpful and
cooperative. For the proper tourism development various strategies should
be made and implemented. To attract the large number of tourists sanitation
programme also play the vital role in tourism. Various tour packages can be
sold through the community with participating them too in tourism.

Generally for handling the tourist during the sightseeing what types of
information should be given is another part we learnt and organizing the
tour in Pokhara valley and the location and way of various attraction of
Pokhara which is most essential for good guide to interact with tourist.

























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5. DESTINATION GHOREPANI - GHANDRUK DHAMPUS TREEKING CIRCUIT

Ghorepani-Ghandruk trekking is one of the best trek regions which is short
but comfortable trek among the various trekking regions of Nepal. There are
a lot of small hotels and lodges so this trek is also called teahouse trek.
This trekking region lies in between the altitude of 1070m to 3200m So that
it can be taken as comfort trek than other trekking route. During trek one
can view from low altitude very high Himalayan ranges and. Per year 30000
visitors visit this area with their families.



Map: - 1.5 Ghorepani Ghandruk Trekking Circuit
Source: www.nepaltrek.com








5.1Location:

The trek Ghorepani-Ghandruk just starts from Nayapul which is about 30 km
away from Pokhara. Nayapul is the beginning point of trekking from where
the journey starts. After Nayapul, by walking a short distance we can reach
to Birathati which is the focus point to start trekking.

5.2 Attraction:


Fig: 1.6 View of mountain from Poon Hill





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Ghorepani – Ghandruk trekking circuit is one of the shortest but well
developed and famous trekking route in Nepal. It lies inside the Annapurna
Conservation Area. The attraction of trekking is familiarization with flora
and fauna. The sloppy hills with beautiful seen and sceneries around the
route and ethnic group of people like Gurung, Magar etc. with their
hospitality shows the pleasure of trekking.

It has been recognized as natural paradise because of its extreme
geographical variation which include middle hills to Trans Himalayan
sector, hilly rainy area to rain shadow area. Due to its special feature,
it is becoming a popular mountain tourism region. It is internationally
renowned model for sustainable development scheme which aims to integrate
environmental conversation. So the Government of Nepal manages the area as
the integrated Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) rather than
National Park


5.3 Accessibility:

The departure point to Ghorepani, Nayapul is 30 km away from Pokhara. This
place lies in between Pokhara and Baglung. Road transportation touches to
the departure point of trekking. From Nayapul only Mule is used for
transportation to carry goods and road is extended to Ghandruk but it was
under construction. The trekking starts from Nayapul and upstairs trail
start from Birethati, which provide the experience of real trekking.

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5.4 Infrastructure:

Ghorepani-Ghandruk trekking is only one well managed trail in compared
various trekking trails in Nepal. The infrastructure is well developed and
distributed along the trail. The trail is stone paved and wide. The walls
made on the side of trail helps to protect the trail. There is good
facility of electricity, health post, drinking water etc. Annapurna
Conservation Project (ACAP) is helping in developing and construction of
infrastructure in the trail of trekking. It is also helping by electrifying
the village and by keeping the environment clean. There is good facility of
accommodation at the various destination of trail. There is also facility
of teahouse restaurants for accommodation. So this trail is called well
developed trekking trail of Nepal.

5.5Accommodation and Amenities:

Form the starting point Nayapul there are many loges and restaurants on the
way of trekking route. After walking little distance one can see number of
restaurants and lodges. All the restaurant and lodges are small in size. In
each stop point, there are number of lodges and restaurant which are mostly
run by local people. The hotel has less facilities than ordinary hotels but
they provide hot water, clean toilet, clean bed and healthy food. At the
end of this trekking no one need to take the necessary backpacking
equipment because there are various kind of shops available in the route of
this trekking area to buy this.


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5.6 Lessons learnt:

Ghorepani-Ghandruk trekking is one of the best trekking in Adventure
tourism. After having trek in various destinations throughout the trail, we
learnt that trekking route should be well cleaned and well managed. The
trail should be wide so that one can easily pass through it. To make
environment clean, community awareness is essential and only by community
effort, destination can become tourist's best choice. At the period of
trekking we saw local people participating in the field of tourism
wheatherby being porter or by being proprietor of local lodges and
restaurants. By their own effort they develop their village and promote
tourism. By showing their culture, arts, life style etc. they are promoting
and preserving tourism.

In this trekking route ACAP is helping in various fields. In construction
of infrastructure and developing awareness in various things, it is helping
to the local people. From this we know that if we start certain good things
for the promotion of tourism, many NGO'S, INGOs will help in our works.
First of all, we have to start the work and the work should for conserving
of nature. Preservation should be there in every steps of development of
tourism. In the name of tourism, if destruction occurs then local community
will unite to defensed such activities. For example: In Ghandruk all lodges
and hotels are opened by showing their local culture and tradition but one
hotel was recently opened which were out of their culture and tradition so
local people united and opposed to close that hotel. It is the one best
example to preserve local culture, art, tradition etc. These trail villages
are developing sustainable tourism by their full participation in resource
management, conservation and ecotourism. This trail is the best example of
ecotourism.























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6. STUDY TOUR FEED BACK


Well, finally our educational tour has finished. This tour was organized by
KATH and facilitate by tourism club located in Kathmandu. This educational
tour included rafting, tour in CNP, Pokhara & finally trek in Ghorepani
trail. It means our tour had been included the major tourism activities
Tour, Trek & Raft.

It was very good time during rafting in Trishuli River. It was my first
rafting in this river. Really it was great experience to face those rapids
which have natural currents. During rafting I fell down in water hole
(whirl) which was most memorable and thrilling movement of my life.
Trishuli River is one of the most rafting rivers in Nepal. Every year large
numbers of tourists come for rafting in this river. But the local people or
the business person has nearly destroyed the beauty of this river. Because
of Crusher industry, behavior of local people or lack of implementation of
rafting regulation this river is loosing its beauties day by day. I really
feel proud to say that Trishuli is the best river for rafting but at the
same time I feel guilty to prefer this river for rafting because of its
dirtiness. I hope that Trishuli River will gain its beauty again like
before.

During the tour in CNP it was my great experience. I got the chance to see
the natural & cultural heritages of Terai region which is totally different
than the Hilly region. I really feel proud that I am Nepali because of its
natural & cultural diversities which can't be found in all over the world.

When I reached in Pokhara I felt that I am in heaven. Its landscape, its
cultural verities, way of life of the people, their tradition etc. made me
feel or analyze the differences with in the same region. I got a chance to
see why tourists come to Nepal for only visit Pokhara. I spent nearly Three
days in Pokhara but I couldn't get full satisfy able due to shortage of
time. This is the place which attracts and pulls the tourist again & again.

During trekking in Ghorepani circuit, I felt great. It was a challenging
job for me because it was first trek of my life. But finally, I succeeded
the trekking with the help of my friends.

Finally ,appreciate by Tourism club which had provided us very good
facilities in the rafting tour and trekking. They didn't give the chance to
feel uncomfortable and bored because the itinerary preparation was very
good and timely management. So tourism club has played a good job by
organizing such kind of program.






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7. APPENDICES


Elephant breeding center at Chitwan


Sunset view from Rapati beach

Hotels at Ghandruk











Mountain Museum of Pokhara
Machhapuchre view from Tadapani






















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