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05/09/2024
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04/09/2024
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Traveling with like-minded people isn’t just about the adventure; it’s about the connections you make along the way. Exploring new places with others who share your passions creates a strong sense of community, where authentic friendships naturally form. It’s not just about seeing new destinations—it’s about growing together, building memories, and deepening your understanding of the world and yourself.
Discover the inspiring journey of Paula Hiuser, founder of Epic Global Adventures! From flipping through National Geographic as a child to creating sustainable travel experiences, Paula's story is one of passion and commitment to conservation. Learn about her transformative experience in Rwanda and the birth of Epic Global Adventures.
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22/07/2024
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03/07/2024
"Growing up as a first-generation American with German parents, I spent my summers in these beautiful countries, and to me, traveling there feels like coming home." - Ilse Haag
Are you someone who loves to travel and explore new places? If so, you're in the right place! My name is Ilse Haag, and I specialize in crafting small group and independent travel itineraries to destinations all around the world.
27/06/2024
Today is Day 9 or our Nepal 2025 trip Preview
Today we use our new paddling skills on class III rapids to move swiftly through the final leg of our rafting adventure. It is a thrilling way to finish this remote wilderness experience. After drying off we transfer to Chitwan for a safari drive.
Chitwan National Park (CNP), was established in 1973, is Nepal's first National Park. Nestled at the foot of the Himalayas, it is home to one of the last populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros and is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal Tiger.
On today's 4x4 safari we will see tons of wildlife while searching for rhino, elephants and if lucky, a Bengal Tiger,
Tharu Community Cultural Dance Show Royal Chitwan National Park
Spend the evening listening to traditional song and watching cultural dance performances by Tharu community members. You will see dances like the Bhajayati and Thekara stick dance, the peacock dance, and the fire dance. Join with the dancers if you wish and learn the moves while adding your own flair. Dinner will be served buffet-style in the community dining hall following the performance.
25/06/2024
Today is Day 8 of our Nepal preview
We leave Pokhara and head to the Seti River.
Rafting provides a new perspective on the lush jungle surrounding the river. Spot monkeys from below and watch birds move from branch to branch. Your first day of the river adventure is on mostly Class II rapids, which means there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the float. There are no roads or villages in this secluded part of Nepal.
Seti River Camp is set in the remote and beautiful Seti Valley, a six-hour walk from any main road. The camp itself is permanent and the tented wooden cabins are dotted around the extensive terraced gardens right next to the turquoise river. There is a communal fireplace where we can gather.
The 16 twin bedded tents are on raised concrete platforms with a small porch and simple en suite bathroom with hot running water; each tent is covered by a thatched or slated roof. The accommodation is fairly simple but very comfortable, great fun, and above all extremely peaceful.
The food is cooked fresh by the chef and you can sip a welcoming cold drink by the campfire as the sun goes down.
Seti River Whitewater Rafting Seti River 5h
Start the activity with a safety drill and demonstration and then raft on the river for 2 hours practicing your newly acquired skills. Stop for a picnic lunch before 3 hours of grade II rafting on the Seti River.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
24/06/2024
Day 7 of our Preview to Nepal, April 2025.
Rise early for Sunrise at Sarangkot as the sun moves over the peaks of the mountains.
Today we have options to join a cycle tour through Pame, along the river that feeds the Phewa lake, or paddle a boat across the lake and join a restorative yoga class with the Himalayas as your backdrop.
We come back together this afternoon and travel to a Tibetan refugee village for a momo making class with our local hosts. Momos were brought from Tibet to Nepal by the refugees who came during the Chinese invasion. The village helps preserve their cultural heritage by continuing to tell their story and cook their cuisine. We are invited to help knead the dough and fill the dumplings and sharing a delicious meal with our hosts.
23/06/2024
Day 6 of our preview of Nepal Trek April 2025
Today is our last day of trekking from Ghandruk to Phedi with a lunch stop in Sayauli Bazaar. This is a gradual descent, finishing with some stone steps down to Phedi where we will take a private transfer to Pokhara. At this scenic town we will enjoy a complimentary massage at our hotel. Followed by and orientation walk of this scenic city of Pokhara, breathe the fresh air and the view of the Himalayas.
22/06/2024
Day 5 of our preview of our upcoming trek in Nepal. - April 2025
Today's 8-hour trek takes us from Lumle (Tomijong) to Ghandruk. This is our longest trek day of our Annapurna adventure. We will stop for lunch along the way, and a refreshing tea break in the village of Kimche. We will have beautiful views of the peaks of Annapurna South and neighboring Hiunchu.
There will be a gradual descent finishing with a crossing over a suspension bridge on the Kimrong River before the final ascent to the village of Ghandruk. We will stop at various waterfalls along the trail for some short breaks. Dinner is crafted by our local lodge hosts this evening.
Terrain: Winding trail through charming rural landscape, oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests, and along the banks of the Modi Khola River.
Length: 16km (10 miles)
Elevation: Lumle (1423M) Ghandruk (1981M)
Duration: 7-8 hours
Elevation gain: +594m
21/06/2024
Day 4 of our preview of our April 2025 trek in Nepal
Today’s trek will take us to the village of Tomijong and the Tomijong Mountain Lodge. This village is known for their unique history of beekeeping. As we descend through stone steps and trails that wind through beautiful, terraced fields and traditional villages watch for birds, butterflies, langur monkeys or the Himalayan monal.
This 5-hour trek is on well-maintained dirt trails and stone steps with lots of stops along for snacks and most importantly, to soak in the stunning views of the Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges. We will descend stone steps and walk along trails that wind through terraced fields and remote villages. These trails are well maintained with an occasional rocky section – mostly downhill today with a few gentle ascents.
Length: 6-7km (3-5 miles)
Duration: 4-5 hours
Elevation change: -302m (-906ft)
20/06/2024
Day 3 of 12 days of Nepal
Day 3 Dhampus: Trekking Begins!!
After a short flight to Pokhara, followed by a quick drive to our trailhead we start our trek. Grab your hiking poles. Rhododendron (some 60 feet tall) and oak trees line the stone pathways of our trail from Phedi to Dhampus. Settle into your trekking pace, pause to breathe in the fresh cool air and the savor mountain views as you crest the peaks of the trails. This 3 hour of trek brings us to the Dhampus mountain lodge where we will be staying the night. After a nice lunch with a view of the Annapurna range and Phedi valley, we will head into Dhampus village for a tour with our guide.
Our trek will be a steady ascent with some stone staircases along the way.
Our start elevation in Phedi is 3390 ft and end in Dhampus is 5100 ft. We transition from farmland to denser forests and end with mountain views stretching up to the sky.
Terrain: moderate, steady ascent, passing through dense forests of rhododendron, oak, and pine trees.
Length: 8km (5 miles)
Duration: 2-3 hours
Elevation change: 1,710 ft
17/06/2024
April 2025 we are going to Nepal. But not to do this! Nepal is sooo much more than just Everest.
We always post pics from out our last adventure, but this time I want to change it up a little, and let you see where we are going and not just where we have been. I think you might be surprised by this small sliver of a country, the size of New York State.
So for the next 12 days - I'm going to give you a little day by day, play by play preview of this extraordinary adventure to Nepal. I hope you'll find it interesting.
Paula
13/06/2024
Venture from the driest desert in the world, towering high-desert volcanoes and geysers, to the watery fjord, icy glaciers, and deep ancient forests of Patagonia, on this unparalleled adventure through Chile, from north to south and everything between!
Happy ! 🌎 We love helping you explore our beautiful planet and introducing you to the amazing environments and ecosystems around us!
Every adventure we offer is designed to support local communities, preserve natural wonders, and promote sustainable practices. With us, you can journey responsibly and contribute to the well-being of the destinations you explore.
November 8-16, cruise the Nile in style while we unearth Egypt’s wealth of ancient monuments and treasures! With the added insight of an expert Egyptologist, we'll visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, and the spectacular Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples while traveling upstream to Aswan. This will be an epic adventure to remember!
Join us next April for our 13 Day epic adventure in NEPAL! 🏔
We'll trek to Nepalese villages, through blooming Rhododendron forests in the foothills of the Annapurna range. Then, after an R&R day in Pokhara, we'll head down the Seti river towards Chitwin, where we'll search for Rhino, Asian Elephants and if we're lucky, we could spot the stripes of a Bengal Tiger! 🦏 🐘 🐅
Join in April of 2025 for our 13 Day epic adventure in NEPAL! 🏔
We'll trek to Nepalese villages, through blooming Rhododendron forests in the foothills of the Annapurna range. Then, after an R&R day in Pokhara, we'll head down the Seti river towards Chitwin, where we'll search for Rhino, Asian Elephants and if we're lucky, we could spot the stripes of a Bengal Tiger! 🦏 🐘 🐅
Did you know, the Nepalese flag is the world's ONLY non-rectangular flag? 🇳🇵 The crimson red symbolizes bravery and the color of the beautiful rhododendrons (Nepal's national flower), while the blue border represents peace and harmony. The white crescent moon and sun once had faces on them, but those were removed when the flag was modernized in 1962.
See it in person on our 13 day Nepal adventure in April of 2025! Learn more about this and all of our epic adventures at https://epicglobaladventures.com/tours/
13/04/2024
Happy Vaisakhi! Today marks the beginning of the Solar New Year in Nepal, a country which follows the historical Hindu calendar. 🇳🇵 Fun fact: this means that calendar-wise, Nepal is 56 years and 8 months ahead of North America. Wow!
Take a trip 56 years (and 8 months) into the future with us in April 2025 when we head on our 13 day trek to Nepal! Learn more about this and other upcoming adventures at https://epicglobaladventures.com/tours/
02/04/2024
Forget the upcoming storm and think of Spring while imagining a trek through blooming rhododendron forests in the foothills of the Annapurna range of Nepal! 🌸
Join us in April of 2025 for our 13 day epic adventure through Nepal - with mountain views, river rafting, and sightings of rhino, Asian elephants, and if we're lucky, Bengal tigers!
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Small group - globally inspired, intimate, authentic adventures, curated by Paula.
Dream of doing something adventurous, exploring someplace exotic? Not sure where to start?
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I create an itinerary. I set a date. I invite you to join my group. Simple. You can bring friends, or make some new ones, or both.
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