Posted by nepaliketa on June 2, 2009
Tourist arrival to Nepal via air in the month of May has recorded a decline of 5% as compared to the arrival figure of same period last year.
According to arrival figures released by the Immigration Office at Tribhuvan International Airport, 25,129 foreigners visited the country in the month of May. The arrival in May last year was 26,460.
Only Sri Lanka (19.7%) registered growth rate in May as the overall arrival from the SAARC countries recorded a decline of 12.7%.
Arrivals from India, which is considered a major market for Nepal, declined by 13.6% followed by Pakistan (-17.9%) and Bangladesh (-4.2%). Arrivals from China (36.2%), Thailand (87.8%) and Singapore (65.1%) increased in May. However, Japan (-2.3%), Malaysia (-11.4%) and South Korea (-23%) recorded negative growth. Overall, the arrival from Asian markets increased by 10.7%.
Tourist arrival from the European countries recorded a growth of 9.1% in May with significant contribution from the arrivals of UK (11.1%) and Italy (24%). However, arrivals from France (-7.2%), Germany (-9.4%) and Spain (-14.7%) registered negative growth.
Likewise, the arrivals from Australia (7.6%), Canada (8.5%) and the USA (4.4%) also increased in May as compared to the arrival figure of same period last year.
Source: http://www.taan.org.np/
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 30, 2008
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FLIGHT SCHEDULE
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Domestic
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From – To
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DAYS
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DEP/ARRV
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FLIGHT NO
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Sita Air
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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Daily
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0630/0745
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ST 601/602
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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Daily
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0800/0915
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ST 603/604
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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Daily
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0930/1045
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ST 607/608
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KTM-JKR-KTM
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Daily
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1100/1215
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ST 806/807
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Nepal Airlines Corporation
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KTM-BHP-KTM
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SUN,TUE,THU,FRI
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0910/1055
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RA 109/110
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KTM-LDN-KTM
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TUE,THU
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1040/1205
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RA 135/136
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KTM-LDN-KTM
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SUN
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0700/1125
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RA 135/136
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KTM-LDN-KTM
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FRI
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1500/1045
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RA 135/136
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KTM-PPL-KTM
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TUE,FRI,SAT
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0700/0825
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RA 117/118
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KTM-RUM-KTM
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SUN,MON,WED,SAT
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0700/0815
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RA 134/135
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KTM-TMI-KTM
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MON,FRI
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0900/1435
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RA 191/192
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Agni Air
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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DAILY
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0630/0745
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AG 101/102
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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DAILY
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0800/0915
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AG 103/104
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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DAILY
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0930/1045
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AG 105/106
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KTM-LUK-KTM
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DAILY
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1100/1215
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AG 107/108
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Yeti Airlines
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KTM-PKR-KTM
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DAILY
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0830/0940
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OY131/132
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KTM-PKR-KTM
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DAILY
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1005/1115
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OY129/130
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KTM-PKR-KTM
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DAILY
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1000/1110
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OY137/138
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KTM-PKR-KTM
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DAILY
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1340/1450
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OY139/140
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KTM-BIR-KTM
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DAILY
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1010/1150
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OY151/152
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KTM-BIR-KTM
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DAILY
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1220/1400
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OY153/154
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KTM-BIR-KTM
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DAILY
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1620/1800
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OY155/156
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KTM-BDP-KTM
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DAILY
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1140/1330
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OY121/122
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KTM-BDP-KTM
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DAILY
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1315/1505
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OY 123/124
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KTM-NPJ-KTM
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DAILY
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1110/1310
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OY 179/180
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KTM-NPJ-KTM
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DAILY
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1530/1720
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OY 177/178
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KTM-BWA-KTM
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DAILY
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1610/1740
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OY 163/164
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KTM-BWA-KTM
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DAILY
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1100/1230
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OY 161/162
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Source: www.thehimalayantimes.com
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
1. Small binoculars
2. Camera & film & some spare batteries.
3. Walkman & tapes
4. Reading & writing materials
5. Personal first aid kit.
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
(a) river sandals (of the type which do not come off when you swim),
(b) Shorts or swimming costume,
(c) a sarong for women (long piece of clothes wrapped around your waist,
(d) base ball cap & sunglasses,
(e) Sunscreen, lip balm
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
(a) sleeping bag & pad (if you don’t have we help you rent in Kathmandu),
(b) light weight pants
(c) Cotton underwear,
(d) Light weight long sleeved shirt or T-shirt,
(e) A fleece style jacket,
(f) toiletries (..but no cosmetic you have hardly any time for them),
(g) spare glasses or contact lenses ( if u wear them),
(h) water bottle
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
One grade more difficult than Class V. This runs often exemplify the extremes of difficulty, unpredictability and danger. The consequences of errors are very severe and rescue may be impossible. For teams of experts only, at favorable water levels, after close personal inspection and taking all precautions. This class does not represent drops thought to be unrunnable, but may include rapids which are only occasionally run.
Every single classification could be marked by plus or minus. So the class III+ is more demanding than the class III , and the class IV- is slightly less demanding than the class VI. This classification could be even more thorough as far as the class V is concerned. The class V goes from V1(less demanding) to V 10 (extremely demanding).
It is to be mentioned that every single classification is rather subjective so we should decide upon what to do by ourselves.
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
Extremely long, obstructed, or very violent rapids which expose a paddlers to above average endangerment. Drops may contain large, unavoidable waves and holes, or steep, congested chutes with complex, demanding routes. Rapids may continue for long distances between pools, demanding a high level of fitness. What eddies exist may be small, turbulent, or difficult to reach. At the high end of the scale, several of these factors may be combined. Scouting is mandatory but often difficult even for experts. Proper equipment, extensive experience, and practiced rescue skills are essential for survival.
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
Intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling in turbulent water. Depending on the character of the river, it may feature large, unavoidable waves and holes or constricted passages demanding fast maneuvers under pressure. A fast, reliable eddy turn may be needed to initiate maneuvers, scout rapids, or rest. Rapids may require “must” moves above dangerous hazards. Scouting is necessary the first time down. Risk of injury to swimmers is moderate to high, and water conditions may make self-rescue difficult. Group assistance for rescue is often essential but requires practiced skills.
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
Rapids with moderate, irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and which can swamp an open canoe. Complex maneuvers in fast current and good boat control in tight passages or around ledges are often required; large waves or strainers may be present but are easily avoided. Strong eddies and powerful current effects can be found, particularly on large – volume rivers. Scouting is advisable for inexperienced parties. Injuries while swimming are rare; self-rescue is usually easy, but group assistance may be required to avoid long swims.
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Posted by nepaliketa on November 13, 2008
Class II: Novice. Straightforward rapids with wide, clear channels which are evident without scouting. Occasional maneuvering may be required, but rocks and medium-sized waves are easily missed by trained paddlers. Swimmers are seldom injured and group assistance, while helpful, is seldom needed.
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