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Seems like the monsoon is already here, much earlier than expected! The rain is a welcome relief from the hot summer days and due to the rain, one can see a lot of greenery which makes the countryside lush and beautiful. This season is best for indulging in adventure activities like: high altitude trekking to Mustang & Dolpa, rafting in the Trishuli River or you can also try your hands on milder activities like: bird watching. We, at the Borderlands, offer all these activities. The Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort (www.borderlandresorts.com) saw quite a number of reservations. Ultimate Descents Nepal (www.udnepal.com) also received a good number of bookings for the multi-adventure tourism activities. Nature-treks.com/ Himalaya (www.nature-treks.com), on the other hand, was busy working on updating its website.

For information about the various multi-adventure tourism activities that we offer or if you want to make a reservation, please feel free to contact us.

Constructive criticism and suggestions are always welcome from our valued readers, clients, friends and fellow people!

ACTIVITIES DURING THE MONTH OF MAY/ JUNE 2009

1. Buddha Jayanti celebrated at the Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort- ‘Celebrate and enjoy a peaceful Buddha Jayanti at the breathtaking Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort’ was the theme of the event organized at the Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort from May 8-9, 2009 on the occasion of Buddha Jayanti. The event featured live music and the ticket was priced at NRs 1900 for Nepalese and US$35 for Non-Nepalese and included transportation, gala dinner and breakfast.

2. Leadership Development Program organized for students of Deirra International School, Dubai - The Borderlands PDP organized a Leadership Development Program for the students and teachers of Deirra International School, Dubai. For details about the program please log on to

3. 9th Bagmati River Festival organized- Nepal River Conservation Trust (NRCT) in support from the Borderlands Group, High Power Committee for Integrated Development of Bagmati Civilization, National Trust for Nature Conservation and Sustainable Tourism Network is organizing the 9th Bagmati River Festival 2009- The Festival of 21st Century. The opening ceremony of the festival was held on June 5, 2009 at Shobhabhagwati, Bishnumati with a cleanup program. The festival will come to an end with a Grand Finale on August 22, 2009 at Sundarijal Uttar Bahini. Restoring and revitalizing the holy river Bagmati to its former glory is the main aim of the festival which is promoted by Nepal Tourism Board.

For more information about NRCT please log on to Nepal Rivers Conservation Trust/

SUMMER ADVENTURES

1. Blast at Monsoon Flows: Trishuli- The Trishuli, merely a hop, skip and a jump away from Kathmandu or Pokhara, will surely quench your desire for Nepalese whitewater adventure. The river gets even bigger in the monsoon. If you want to have a rafting experience in high water, please contact us so we can customize a rafting trip for you or else you can also be a part of our regular departures. We have scheduled departures on June 17, and 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, August 5, 12, 19 and 26, September 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, October 7 and 14.

2. Upper Mustang- A trek to the forbidden Kingdom of Mustang – This is the perfect time to trek to Upper Mustang, which is located in the extreme fringe of Northern Nepal bordering with Tibet. Mustang is a fantastic geographic region that should be visited at least once in a lifetime. Lo Manthang, the fortified town in Mustang is a spectacular place with uniquely colourful landscapes. The major attraction of this remote district is that it still has a king who is well respected. The region is very much influenced by the culture and tradition of Tibet and prospered during the salt trade between Nepal and Tibet. We visit many of the principal villages and have a day to explore the ancient capital town of Lo Manthang while following the Drovers’ trail through the heart of the Kingdom and crossing passes that are up to 4000 metres.

This trek is best done in 2 weeks time and is good during the spring and summer season (March- September). For a detailed itinerary please contact us at naturetreks@borderlandsgroup.com.

The Borderlands Group

Ph: +977 1 4700894, 4701067
Fax: +977 1 4701933
Email: pdp@borderlandresorts.com
Website: www.borderlandresorts.com