Nepal
My First Ever Rhododendron Trek in Nepal – A Springtime Himalayan Dream
My First Ever Rhododendron Trek in Nepal – A Springtime Himalayan Dream Back in ’92, on my first Langtang trail, I wandered into rhododendrons, a living fairy tale. Reds like fire, pinks soft as dawn, Whites kissed by sunlight, a world reborn. Nepal’s treasure, to
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A Journey of Purpose
How fortunate am I, in this path I embrace, To guide and uplift, to cherish and grace. To help dreams take flight, to watch them soar, Opening hearts to seek a
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Dashain Festival, the most important national festival.
VIJAYA DASHAMI The most important national festival of Nepal Dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in Ne
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Discover the World with Basanta Adventure: Your Boutique Travel Company Since 1998
In a world brimming with travel options, finding a company that offers not just trips, but unique experiences, is like discovering a hidden gem. Since 1998, Bas
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Karnali and the Far West - Reviving Ancient Prosperity through Tourism
In June 2024, Basant Adventure Treks and Expeditions arranged a documentary filming trip to a remote part of the far west, near Mt Saiphal. The team included N
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Karnali and the Far West - Reviving Ancient Prosperity through Tourism
For over a thousand years, the far west of Nepal served as a major trading route between India and Tibet, with huge caravans of goats and s
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Yak butter tea
“Butter tea, known as ‘Bhue Cha’ in Tibetan and ‘Su Cha’ in the Sherpa community, is a cherished beverage in the Himalayan regions. This centuries-old traditio
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Cherished the dream of trekking to Everest Base Camp
In his 60s, Mr. Wing, like many, cherished the dream of trekking to Everest Base Camp. In 2019, he reached out, sharing his plan to undertake this expedition an
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I eagerly look forward to returning with my family and friends!
My name is Giulia Witcombe and I have wanted to explore the enchanting landscapes and culture of Nepal since I was six years old. This finally materialized in O
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Gunla Festival and my childhood
Festival brings back fond memories of my childhood. As the son of a Guthi (Newari community) priest in the Newari community, I had the responsibility of distrib
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