Sunkoshi Valley Canyoning

The Sunkoshi meaning The River of Gold is the biggest river of Nepal. The source of the river is the highest mountain on earth, Mt. Everest, and other mountains in the Himalayan Ranges; the river flows through the mid & eastern regions of Nepal. The canyoning site is just 72 km east of Kathmandu. Other interesting activities that can be included in the trip are rafting & shamanism tours.

The BoldePhediche Village Development area is geographically diverse with an altitude that begins at 600m on the Sunkoshi riverbank and rises to around 2000m, the top of the Dorjegyang Hill. According to official government records, the village is 26 km from the Kavre District Headquarters of Dhulikhel and Dhulikhel is 29 km from Kathmandu. This village is a 6 hours hike away from the Arniko Highway which links Kathmandu with Tibet or 6 km from a seasonal road link to Koshidekha Village via Palanchok temple. The village is situated on the fascinating Timal Hill of Kavre District. The population of this area is 4500 people from 459 families. It is one of the most beautiful Tamang villages in Kavre district. There are two primary and two lower secondary schools as well as a well-equipped health centre.

Tamang are a major ethnic hill tribe of Nepal. According to the village development committee’s figures, in this area Tamang make up 85 percent of the population, Brahmin-10 percent, Newar-2.5 percent and others,-2.5 percent. This village is famous for the Buddha – chitaseed, used for making prayer bead garlands. These particular prayer beads are rare and cherished around the world.

This entire village is rich in Tamang culture and tradition. Enjoy the friendly hospitality of the local people. While trekking in this area, we walk along spectacular ridges area of the Tamang-through their indigenous Buddhists community whose religion is a fusion of Buddhist Lamaism, Shamanism and Bon culture. It is common for each area to have a Lama and a Jhankri (Shaman). You will encounter different ethnic people and experience their socio-economic situation, life-style, and day to day activities. The area gives a wide range of exploration to all travelers.

Few tourists have visited around this village up to now but the number of tourists is increasing. It offers a rich insight into the history, tradition, culture and religion, together with insight into the daily toil in the fields of its inhabitants. Itineraries can be tailored to your preferences from short to long and in-between. Trekking in Timal, you can experience genuine Tamang culture with unique customizetripoms, traditions and lifestyle.