Trip Introduction

Description:

Rock Climbing is a recent addition to Nepal’s adventure activity list, which has put us on the world rock climbing list of places to visit. Though it’s a new development in the tourist industry, actually it is not new to Nepal; the sport has been around since the time of the first mountaineers’ way back in the early 1950s.Moreover, there are many fantastic, thrilling sites in Nepal where you may have a cliff-hanger rock climbing adventure. Tourists that come to Nepal for adventure tourism are becoming interested in rock climbing. Nepal provides an enticing rock climbing experience, and a trip to Nepal would be incomplete without it.Due to the spectacular natural rock faces in breathtaking locations, Rock Climbing is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports for visitors and residents.

Rock Climbing spot in Nepal:

Nagarjuna is a lush hill to the northwest of the Swoyambhu Stupa where the eminent Buddhist philosopher Nagarjun is said to have meditated. The limestone cliff wall is around 12-15 meters high and exhibits the scars of previous ascents.If you’re experienced enough, you can always perform a free climb or use the gentler chocks. On the slope of Shivapuri Hill, to the north of Kathmandu, there is a beautiful rock wall. This is the region’s second highest peak, and a trek here includes village life, a Buddhist monastery, virgin oak and rhododendron woods, and panoramic views of the valley. There is also a protected watershed region, and you may explore the Bagmati River’s source. Ganesh Himal (7,111m), LangtangLirung (7,245m) can all be seen from Shivapuri’s top .All of these activities may be included on your rock climbing trip here.Except for the rainy season, every time of year is perfect for rock climbing in Nepal.

Other spots where rock climbing is done are Kakani, Hattiban, Balaju all places in north and northeast side of valley. Hattiban is located in southeast side and a perfect spot for rock wall climbing.These spots are generally 20-22 km drive from Kathmandu valley.

Gear/equipment required for rock climbing in Nepal

We need some climbing gear for natural rock climbing. This is as follows.

• Climbing Helmet.
• Climbing Harness.
• Rock shoes.
• Chalk powder and bag.
• Belay device (ATC Guide).
• Lock carabiners.
• Quickdraws.
• Climbing rope.
• Trouser.
• Sunglass.
• Safety cord.
• Prusik cord.

Trip Overview

Nagarjun

Departure time from your hotel 09:30a.m
Nagarjun 10:00a.m
Hiking (30-45 mins)
Rock climbing spot 11:00a.m
Lunch 01:30p.m
Departure from Nagarjun 04:30p.m

Hattiban
Hattiban rock climbing site is located on a way to holy temple “Dhaskinkali”. The climbing site is for professionals where they can enjoy top level grades climbing. Drive time is 1 hrs from Thamel, Kathmandu and you will have to take a hike for about 30 minutes to reach the spot.

One day Rock Climbing Schedule

Departure time from hotel 09:30a.m
Hattiban 10:30a.m
Hiking (30-45 mins)
Rock climbing spot 11:00a.m
Lunch 01:30p.m
Departure from Hattiban 04:30p.m
Other Climbing Packages
We can costumize our package according to your need. We can add cycling, tented camp and hiking with rock climbing event.

Physical Fitness level for Rock Climbing in Nepal

Rock Climbing requires the climber to use his or her hands to support his or her own weight rather than merely providing balance.Climbing is a physically and intellectually difficult activity that puts a climber’s strength, endurance, agility, and balance, as well as mental control, to the test. Climbing may be a risky activity, and appropriate climbing skills and the use of specialist climbing equipment are essential for completing climbs safely. Body can be smear with excessive sweat, as such body warming and muscle pain can be endorsed with a workout session regularly at home and gym. For Rock climbing is similar in a way to train yourself for mountaineering which poses life hurting difficulties you need a good physical measurement and level of fitness to defy challenges.

Best Tips before Rock Climbing

• Invest in good quality climbing gear.
• Get an instructor.
• Find a climbing partner.
• Get a basic understanding of climbing grades.
• Try not to do too much, too soon.
• Practise the ‘silent feet’ method.
• Attend a professional event as a spectator.
• Practise falling off.
• Maintain your body health.

 

 

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