Mountain Quests

16/11/2017

We're enjoying some wonderfully sunny conditions and clear blue skies in at the moment - an ideal time for a of , , and camping in the 👌

Four days of adrenaline adventure that takes you rafting through pristine rivers and canyoning down beautiful waterfalls!

14/11/2017

This may come as a surprise to first-time visitors, but is the best time of year to visit for a perfect combination of bright weather, reasonable temperatures and fantastic views of the !

Nepal is a dream destination of travellers everywhere but there are specific times of year that you should prioritise. Let Mountain Quests tell you more!

11/11/2017

After centuries living at high altitude, the population of the have evolved to master the ability to survive in this atmosphere | CNN International Xtreme Everest Mountain Quests

Scientists took to Everest to unravel the secrets behind Sherpas' amazing ability to breathe easily at the world's highest altitudes.

08/11/2017

"Before us, the mighty mountain range stood majestically in all its glory. The immensity was almost too hard to take in."

. Read more at straitstimes.com.

03/11/2017

Home to , Himalayan Wolves and , is not the only highlight of the !

This list includes animals that are highly adaptable to live in the harsh environment of Himalayas. animals like snow leopard, red panda, Himalayan tahr

31/10/2017

An 's paradise! All northern have now arrived in the jungles and wetlands of to spend the winter. A wonderful time of year to be in the ☺️

More than 70 species of winter migratory birds have arrived in Kathmandu Valley to avoid extremely cold winter in the Northern hemisphere.

23/10/2017

The Asian , one of the best known terrestrial , grows naturally in the area from to Taiwan

Exotic bloom has an almost-epiphytic habit

14/10/2017

Based on our 10+ years of experience in the , we believe these are the most beautiful and striking peaks of all 😀 You should definitely check them out in person!

05/10/2017

'Tis the season for trekking in the - hooray! Here’s our nine-point guide on how to prepare for a trip in or and make the most of this incredible, unique experience 😃

An experience like a trekking trip in Nepal or India will undoubtedly stay long in your memory. However, as you’ve probably guessed, if you’re really going to make the most of the experience, it does require some preparation. Here’s our nine-point guide on how to prepare for a trekking trip. Follow…

02/10/2017

It's October, which can mean only one thing. It's Everest Base Camp season! One of the most iconic treks in the world is open for business once again.

01/10/2017

The two major mountain ranges of North and North East are Karakoram Range and Range, which are home to some of the country's highest in the world.

"The jewels of India", a term that truly describes the top 10 highest mountain peaks

29/09/2017

Did you know that the way we now pronounce is actually incorrect - prounounced his surname 'Eve-rest', with the first part pronounced like the woman's name 'Eve'

The world’s highest peak, which had been called Peak XV, was renamed in the honour of this man in 1865.

28/09/2017

Located on the trade routes between India, Tibet, and China, ’s shows influences from all three cultures

The three medieval city-states of the Kathmandu Valley - Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan - exhibit some of the most spectacular ancient Nepal architecture...

22/09/2017

Planning a adventure or trip in India? Here's some very useful information about the seasons, , and the best time to visit.

The weather in India varies dramatically. The best time to visit India depends greatly on the destinations and the climate experienced there, as well as the purpose of your trip.

20/09/2017

Trek along the iconic Himalaya route on a budget on our fantastic 16-day Mount Everest Base Camp trip!

Join us in Nepal to make some of the most incredible and unforgettable memories of your life. All of this while being in control of your own expenses.

19/09/2017

Footprints discovered in the ancient Tibetan site of Chusang have proved invaluable to modern-day researchers, who recently dated them to between 7,400 and 12,600 years ago | via

Handprints and footprints made in the mud of a hot spring show that humans lived on the Tibetan Plateau year-round earlier than previously thought.

18/09/2017

Preparing for your - answers to your most common questions about fitness

A mountaineering training programme should encompass the fundamental elements necessary to meet the environmental demands of the climb – ‘Lungs, Legs and Core’.

17/09/2017

The World's most iconic just got more accessible with our Special Offer - check it out and start planning an adventure of a lifetime in the !

Hike in the footsteps of the World's most famous climbers, witness incredible views of the Himalaya, mingle with the local Sherpa and stay in tea houses - a uniquely Nepali way of trekking!

13/09/2017

Absolutely incredible photos of and region in

Photos of the largest and tallest mountains in the world - Khumbu (Mt. Everest) and Annapurna, by Jack Brauer

13/09/2017

50 million years ago, tectonic plate motion caused to collide with Asia. This movement has continued ever since, resulting in formation of the world’s largest mountain range; the |

The author of a prize-winning paper published in Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems describes new insights into crustal mechanics and the formation of the Himalaya.

11/09/2017

Make the most of your over the Islamic New Year this September and escape Dubai for the tranquility of the ! A fantastic 4-day to wind down and relax.

September 20th-24th - Four days of adrenaline adventure that takes you rafting through pristine rivers and canyoning down beautiful waterfalls in Nepal!

07/09/2017

A high-flying species of duck reaches altitudes of up to 6,800 metres (22,000ft) to cross the Himalaya - No doubt they're after the best views of the magnificent terrain below!

Scientists have tracked the ruddy shelduck to 6,800 metres, making it the first duck known to fly at extreme high altitudes

06/09/2017

"It seems a long time ago now, but in 2012 I had the pleasure of heading to Annapurna Base Camp with 8 friends over Christmas and New Year. This 2 week adventure has since gone down as one of the best trips I’ve ever been on. I’ll attempt to explain why…. "

This is not a popular time to go to Nepal, as people tend to be with family over the holiday season, or think it’s too cold to have a good time in the Himalaya, but somehow 9 of us found ourselves at a loose end with no plans.

06/09/2017

Last Minute Getaway - Join us for 4 days in Nepal on our white water rafting and canyoning adventure on the 7th, 20th, or 28th September!

Four days of adrenaline adventure that takes you rafting through pristine rivers and canyoning down beautiful waterfalls

04/09/2017

Did you know you can get free Wi-Fi all over Mount Everest? There's no escaping the internet, even here!

4G wireless Internet services available at all base camps on Mount Everest let mountaineers trek safely and take pleasure in sharing posts.

01/09/2017

Trekking to requires months of planning and preparation. To help you on that journey, we’ve pulled together a useful guide on what to pack for your of a lifetime.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is a truly extraordinary experience. The scenery, the people you’ll meet, the climb, and the overall sense of achievement... it's an unforgettable journey.

31/08/2017

A few spaces left for our epic white water rafting and canyoning trip to Nepal, departing on September 7th, 20th, and 28th for four days of action-packed adventure!

White water rafting, canyoning, camping on the banks of the Trisuli River and plenty of good times; we were on our way to an adrenaline rush of a trip. It was a last minute decision; an evening…

28/08/2017

How much fun do you think you an squeeze into just four days? Join us on this incredible rafting and canyoning adventure in Nepal and you'll soon find out!

White water rafting, canyoning, camping on the banks of the Trisuli River and plenty of good times; we were on our way to an adrenaline rush of a trip.

23/08/2017

"For 4 days I could forget about work, forget about the heat of Dubai, and just kick back with my closest mates" - White Water Rafting and Canyoning in Nepal. Spaces still available for our next trips on August 31st and September 20th!

Something for the weekend? White water rafting, canyoning, camping on the banks of the Trisuli River and plenty of good times; we were on our way to an adrenaline rush of a trip!

22/08/2017

More good news from Nepal's conservation efforts. The projects in the south of the country are proving very successful.

Tigers once roamed widely throughout Asia, from Turkey to the east coast of Russia and down to Vietnam. But a variety of threats, including human-wildlife conflict, the over-hunting of tiger prey species by humans, and especially poaching for the illegal trade of tiger skins, bones, and meat, has le...