Rock climbing in Nepal is one of the most challenging
adventure sport. This Himalayan Kingdom is ultimate destination for this
challenging adventure sports. Nepal hold eight of fourteen highest mountains
over 8,000 meter including First highest Mt. Everest. Within 200 kilometers of
width of the country the elevation ranges from 65 meter from the sea level up
to 8,848 meter above the sea level in Himalaya. Himalaya is the youngest and
fragile mountain in the World. The mountains in Nepal are rocky, and rugged
terrains which are best for rock climbing. Some of the famous rock climbing
spot in Nepal are Nagarjun Forest, Hattiban, Nagarkot which is around and
inside Kathmandu and other are Bimal Nagar in Bandipur and Namche Bazzar in
Sagarmatha region. Rock climbing is physically as well as mentally demanding
which tests the quality of climbers like Balance, agility and strength.
Rock climbing in Nagarjuna Forest reserve is best for all
kind of climbers, they may be the beginners, intermediate of professional. 30
minutes of drive from Thamel to Nagarjuna Forest and about 30 minutes of hiking
from the entrance gate of forest will take you to Rock climbing spot. Hattiban rock climbing spot is located on the
way to Dakshinkali which is one of the Holy temple of Hindu Goddess Kali. This
climbing site is best for professional climbers offering top grade climbing
options. 1 hour drive from Thamel towards south direction and half an hour
hiking from the road will take you to rock climbing spot at Hattiban.
About Rock climbing
In Rock climbing you will climb across and up basically
natural rocks formation in Nepal, reaching the summit of the rock formation. For
climbing main things you need to learn is to use your hand to hold your own
weight in order to make balance. The sport is quite dangerous as it is more
challenging. One has to gain proper knowledge of climbing techniques and how to
use special climbing equipment for safety and completion of sport.
Day 1: Today early in the morning we leave
from Kathmandu at 9:30 am all the way to Nagarjun hill. After a short drive we hike for 45min and
then do the adventurous Rock Climbing Spot. We commence various activities from
sightseeing to hiking and then depart from Nagarjun all the way back to
Kathmandu. Rest overnight.