Canyoning in Nepal
Canyoning is the foundation of adventure sports in Nepal. The activity of canyoning consists of travel in and around canyons by hiking, trekking, jumping, climbing, swimming, and rowing. Canyoning remains one of the most rigorous adventure sports of Nepal, an absolute favorite of adrenaline junkies.
Canyoning is often performed in remote and rugged areas, including navigational, route-finding, and other wilderness skills. Nepal, therefore, has the perfect set of geographical make-up to facilitate some exciting canyoning adventures. The mix of natural beauty surrounding an already naturally set up trail gives the biggest advantage to adventurers looking for a scenic getaway.
Key Features of Canyoning in Nepal
Geographically, Nepal sits between two massive nations. Gigantic Himalayan ranges act as a natural barrier line in the Northern region of Nepal. The southern part of Nepal showcases an extremely diverse bio-diversity, housing forests, hills, farmlands, terraces, and rivers flowing from the northern peaks. This wonderful mixture gave birth to canyons cut of bedrock stones with narrow gorgers with high drops, magnificently sculpted walls, and breathtaking waterfalls. Any adventurer will quickly notice that these are the ideal canyons for canyoning.
Hence, Nepal houses hundreds of wonderful canyons for travelers looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience with marvelous adventure sports in Nepal.
Canyoning Sites in Nepal
The massive success of canyoning among the youths of Nepal led to the opening of many canyoning destinations in Nepal. Many youngsters start at a young age right around their own homes. One of the top-rated canyoning destinations for tourists is the Jalbire canyon. The canyons are located in Chitwan. The tributary goes down to the massive Trishuli River. The river earned its fame for white river rafting but also emerged as a champion for canyoning a few years ago. The endpoint for the Jalbire canyon lies somewhere between Prithvi Highway and Simital village.
The other canyoning sites in Nepal are Sunkoshi Canyoning, Kakani Canyoning, and Bhotekoshi Canyoning. The best time to attempt canyoning is during the autumn season (September to November). The weather is clear, and the temperature moderate.
How to Experience Canyoning in Nepal
Most tour operators arrange the full experience of canyoning without any hassle. They take care of the travel, gear, and even guides by contacting the canyoning agency. Tourists also contact canyoning agencies directly if they can arrange travel on their own. Canyoning agencies have fully trained professionals to conduct canyoning. They train and help beginners to adjust to the scenario. Canyoning agencies also provide thorough safety talks and instructions.
However, if the traveler is already experienced, they will hand them the steering wheel without any fuss! Depending upon the experience level of the adventurer, canyoning can take anywhere from 4 to 5 hours to complete. The travel from the capital Kathmandu to Chitwan takes about 3 to 4 hours by private jeep, bus, or micro-bus.
Canyoning pairing with other adventure sports
Canyoning stands good by itself, but it becomes majestic when paired with other adventure activities like white river rafting or kayaking. Adventurers get to play with both elements of land and water. Notwithstanding, canyoning surpasses expectations even when paired with trekking, hiking, or camping adventures around the canyon area. It all depends upon the traveler on what experiences not to miss.
All in all, canyoning requires a fairly fit physique to attempt it. However, anyone remotely fit completed canyoning in Nepal. They say if you have the zeal, you can achieve anything!
