Golfing in Nepal

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Trip facts

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

11 Days

Activity

Golfing

Destination

Nepal

Max Altitude

1,350 m

Trip Starts

Kathmandu

Trip Ends

Kathmandu

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Brief Itinerary

Day 01
ARRIVE KATHMANDU

Day 02
OPTIONAL MOUNTAIN FLIGHT/ SIGHTSEEING TOUR

Day 03
FLY TO POKHARA / GOLF AT HIMALAYAN GOLF COURSE

Day 04-06
GOLFING AT HIMALAYAN GOLF COUSRE

Day 07
DRIVE TO CHITWAN

Day 08
JUNGLE ACTIVITIES

Day 09
DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU

Day 10
FULL DAY GOLF AT GOKARNA

Day 11
FINAL DEPARTURE

Package Details

Cost Incldues

  • 04 nights twin / double room accommodation at Gokarna Forest Resort in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast basis.
  • 04 nights twin / double room accommodation at Fulbari Resort in Pokhara on bed & breakfast basis.
  • 02 nights – 03 days twin/double room accommodation at Resort on full board basis including jungle activities and national park entrance fees.
  • Airfare for the sector Kathmandu / Pokhara with airport transfers.
  • Surface transfers Pokhara / Chitwan / Kathmandu by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All sightseeing tours and transfers mentioned on the above itinerary with our local English speaking guide including monumental entrance fees.
  • Assisted upon arrival at the airport by our office representative.
  • All arrival and departure transfers as per the itinerary by a/c vehicles.
  • All applicable taxes presently 24.3%

Cost Excludes

  • International Airfare and taxes.
  • Golf course fee [as above].
  • Sightseeing which is not mentioned in above itinerary.
  • Any meals except in Chitwan.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any transportation cost outside of the regular itinerary.
  • Any insurance.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ARRIVE KATHMANDU

It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. A representative and driver from Yeti Holidays will meet you at the airport and escort you to your designated hotel. The representative will help you check into hotel. At the hotel you will be briefed about your daily activities.

Check In and Overnight at Hotel.

Meals: None


Day 02

OPTIONAL MOUNTAIN FLIGHT/ SIGHTSEEING TOUR

One of the must-see landmarks of Nepal is, of course, the highest peak in the world – Mount Everest. An awe-stricken silence comes close to matching the experience of a mountain flight. For one hour, you'll fly over the Eastern Himalayan Ranges of Nepal where some of the highest peaks in the world including Mt. Everest lie for a surreal feeling as you come face to face with the world's tallest and most enigmatic of Mountains.

Even those visitors who like the rigors of a trek won't miss the opportunity to "conquer" the mountains in one stunning swoop.

After breakfast at the hotel start Golf at Gokarna Forest Resort.

Gokarna Golf Course

Quoted as South Asia's finest, Gokarna Forest Resort is an architectural concoction of myths, magic and mystery of the once Forbidden Valley.Within the resort lies a Gleneagles designed par 72 golf course that meanders 6,715 yards through 500 acres of untouched forest; a creation that inspires masterful challenges.

One of the highlights of the professional tour circuit is to play amongst herds of deer and inquisitive monkeys. It is more than just a golfer's playground; crafted by lead architect David Mclay Kidd, assisted by Director of Turf-grass Management, James Kidd, under the direction of Gleneagles Golf Developments, it is a delight for recreational golfers where golfing is a whole new experience.

Overnight at Gokarna Forest Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.


Day 03

FLY TO POKHARA / GOLF AT HIMALAYAN GOLF COURSE

After breakfast at the Hotel transfer to domestic airport fly to Pokhara [30 minutes].

On arrival, transfer to Fulbari Resort and Spa. Drive to Himalayan Golf course for golfing.

Golfing at Himalayan Golf Course

Pokhara may be well known for its awe-inspiring mountain scenery but a great many golfers are now discovering that if you want a real golfing high, The Himalayan Golf Course, Pokhara is the place to head for in Nepal. It's a must for the golfing connoisseur. Considered by many to be one of the 10 most unique golf courses in the world. The Himalayan Golf Course gets 3 hits on the first page.

Adventure golf at its truest, the course's includes some of the most visually dynamic holes known to golf.

Himalayan Golf Course has certainly been very successful in putting Pokhara in the golfer's map. The course was designed and constructed by an Ex British Army Sandhurst commissioned officer Major Ram Gurung MBE, and opened for play in January 1998. The course has been the venue for the Nepal Surya Western (professional) Open for the past twelve years.

Located just seven kms. away from downtown Pokhara, the twice played 9 hole course is well laid out for championships at 6,900 yards with a par of 73. It has 11 greens and different tee positions and lies for the most part inside a sweeping canyon created by the Himalayan snowed waters of the Bijayapur river. The course is now being upgraded to a 18 holes and is targeted to be operational from October 2011.

Overnight at Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.


Day 04-06

GOLFING AT HIMALAYAN GOLF COUSRE

There is no other experience that duplicates or even comes close to the thrill of teeing off on the 3rd. However this takes nothing away from the sensation of successfully landing your ball on the 5th green, which is known to be the only natural river island hole in the world and recently nominated by leading golf course architects as one of the most unique hole in the World Watching the pros victoriously blasting their second shot to the par five, 7th green in the middle of Bijayapur river, leaves one in fascinated awe.

The course has been featured in many international magazines including the 'Golf World', movies and travel films. Some of the comments from the club's visitor's book are noteworthy:

Overnight at Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.


Day 07

DRIVE TO CHITWAN

Drive to Chitwan - 180kms (approx. 04/05 hours)
For a country known for its beautiful mountains, the gigantic flat lands of Terai that stretches throughout the southern part of Nepal; provide a wholly different experience section on the Terai. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai.

The Royal Chitwan National Park, established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife and the landscape are not as breathtaking as those found in Africa but still, the experience will stand out.

Chitwan is only 150m above the sea level. The place gets steamy from March-June, with peak temperatures reaching 43°C in the shade. Short grass makes Feb-May the best game-viewing season, but the autumn months are gorgeous, with Himalayan views, and in winter (December-January), Chitwan is pleasantly warmed compared to Kathmandu. The monsoon season (July-August) is intense, with pounding rain, swollen rivers, and luxuriant vegetation. While the rain isn't constant, the humidity is all pervasive.

Overnight at Resort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.


Day 08

JUNGLE ACTIVITIES

Full-Day Jungle activities:

Elephant safari: Seated high on the back of an elephant, gain a unique viewpoint of the Chitwan jungle. As an experienced mahout tracks animals through the dense jungle growth as you sit back on a howdah, you can imagine yourself being a Rajah or Rani going on a shooting trip (with cameras of course!) in the days of yore. An elephant safari allows you to go places that would be impossible to get to by foot or Jeep and get up close to the wild animals of the jungle that are normally wary, but at home with a fellow creature of the jungle.

Bird watching: Chitwan is an ornithologist's delight and a must for any serious twitchier, as more than 450 species of exotic birds such as the Oriental Pied Hornbill, Paradise Flycatcher, and Lesser Adjutant Stork congregate at this biological hotspot of Asia. Our experienced guides will take you to select spots ideal for birding, where you can observe a breathtaking diversity of these beautiful feathered creatures.

Canoeing: Let your mind wander and relax as you float on a serene trip down the Rapti River in a traditional dugout canoe. Spot crocodiles and other reptiles sunning themselves on the riverbanks, or admire the graceful lines of Ibises and other waterfowl as you travel silently and peacefully down the river. This activity is available October to mid-March only, when the water level in the Rapti is neither too low nor too high.

NATURE WALK: Take an exciting and invigorating walk through the lush sub-tropical jungles of Chitwan. Our trained naturalists take you to prime spots to view deer, rhinos, sloth bears and other wildlife. They will also give you interesting information about the various plants and animals of the jungle throughout your walk.

Elephant briefing: Learn more about this gentle giant during our daily elephant briefing. Our expert naturalists will inform you of various facts about the life and habits of the wild and domestic pachyderms, enlighten you as to the differences between the African and Asian elephants, and other interesting tidbits. You can also request to learn how to ride one of these magnificent beasts during the briefing.

Overnight at Resort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.


Day 09

DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU

Drive back to Kathmandu- 177 kms (approx. 05/06 hours). Check in at Gokarna Forest Resort. Evening free time, so you can have a great shopping experience at the local tourist market- Thamel.

Thamel is a popular tourist destination in Kathmandu,Nepal. It is a full Wi-Fi zone in Nepal.Thamel has been the centre of the tourist industry in Kathmandu for over four decades starting from the hippie movement when many artists came to Nepal and spent weeks in Thamel. Even though Thamel has been referred to as the "ghetto" by some, most low-budget travellers consider it a tourist heaven.

Its concentration of narrow streets are lined with small shops selling everything from food and provisions to clothes, walking gear, cakes, pastries, music, DVDs, handicrafts, travel agents and budget hotels.

The area has some very good restaurants. Although prices tend to be significantly higher than non-tourist areas, food hygiene is generally a lot better too.

Thamel also acts as the pre-base camp for mountaineers. It boasts a wide range of mountaineering gear shops, foreign money exchange booths, pubs, clubs and nightlife along with the numerous travel agents, and guest houses. All in all, Thamel is home to a wide range of audience of the Nepalese population for entertainment and employment purposes. On Wednesday, 28 September 2011, Thamel was declared a full Wi-Fi zone in Kathmandu.

Overnight at Gokarna Forest Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.


Day 10

FULL DAY GOLF AT GOKARNA

Golfing: Gokarna Forest Resort. South Asia's finest, and one of the world's most spectacular Golf Resort Courses. Crafted by lead architect David Mclay Kidd, assisted by Director of Turf-grass Management, Soft cushions of local Bermuda fairways. Lush unyielding forests-hundreds of years old. Winding streams. Wandering hills and valleys opening to a holy river's plain. Cynical monkey's watching your progress. Shy spotted deer peering from the trees. The lofty Himalayas keeping score. Truly enchanting. On your left, wander through the Highlights of all 6,715 yards of this magical par 72 golf course.

Overnight at Gokarna Forest Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.


Day 11

FINAL DEPARTURE

We ensure that you will leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative from Yeti Holidays will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast.