By Rama Gaind.
Mount Everest in Nepal’s Himalaya region.
Think Nepal and the first thing that springs to mind is Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world. It is also the birthplace of Gautama Buddha in 623 B.C. in Lumbini Province.
It’s a country full of natural beauty and rich culture. It is also appropriate to say this is where adventure meets spirituality as you connect with nature, place and self in Nepal’s spectacular Everest region.
From trekking in the mountains to exploring ancient temples, there is no shortage of things to do and see in Nepal. Mountaineering and other types of adventure tourism and ecotourism are important attractions for visitors.
Learn how to be a more mindful traveller with sustainability expert, author and travel writer Nina Karnikowski, who communicates with conscious ways of travelling. Nina has also launched a new mindful Himalaya trek with World Expeditions.
Nina Karnikowski will be leading trekkers on a 15-day adventure in October 2023 for those keen to tap into conscious travel while exploring the Everest region.
She will be leading trekkers on a 15-day adventure in October 2023 for those keen to tap into conscious travel while exploring the Everest region.
The author of Go Lightly, How to Travel Without Hurting the Planet and the upcoming travel memoir The Mindful Traveller will offer insights about reflective writing, mindful photography and deeper connection to place. Nina will also lead structured workshops and contemplative walks on the trail.
According to Nina, this “trip is for anyone wanting to travel in a way that is as nourishing for the places we visit as they are for us.”
“I can’t wait to deepen this spectacular journey through journaling practices, connecting to the landscape and to the local Sherpa people, and discussions about our place in the natural world as we all hike together.”
The Mindful Travel in the Himalaya tour runs from October 13 to 27 and includes 14 nights’ accommodation in a boutique hotel, private eco-comfort camp and an eco-lodge with most meals included.
Namche Bazaar, Nepal.
Walkers can dive deep into the mindful nature experience since professional trekking guides, private transportation and porters make the adventure even more comfortable.
Trekkers will experience the villages and culture of the Sherpa people in the Himalaya region, take time to explore the colourful markets of Namche Bazaar and the spiritual heart of the Khumbu region and the famous Thyangboche monastery.
The tour includes a lively discussion program plus an exclusive meet up in Kathmandu with Dr Ananda Shova of Nepal NGO T-Help (Trans Himalayan Environment and Livelihood Program), who will open conversation on regenerative travel and women’s organic farming in the region.
World Expeditions knows how to deliver award-winning adventures along the paths less travelled.
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