Visit Nepal 2020 | What to explore in Nepal in 2020
Nepal is a beautiful country that is naturally gifted. Since the country's foundation is its unique tradition, colourful culture, prideful history accompanied by stunning natural wonders, tourism is undoubtedly one of the major economic sources. The Government of Nepal has initiated a Visit Nepal Year 2020 to promote tourism and establish Nepal as a centre for tourists. It's undertaken various promotional and other activities under this campaign to make it a huge success. This time under the slogan ‘Lifetime Experiences’ the campaign's main objective is to unite all stakeholders to work towards the shared goal of strengthening Nepal's tourism sector.
Major Events of Visit Nepal 2020
Nepal India China Expo
A noble concept conceived by PATA Nepal Chapter as the first tri-national tourism exhibition taking together tourism and stakeholders from the three neighboring countries public and private sectors to facilitate unparalleled network and boost the business.
Skate Nepal in Gokyo
Skate Nepal will be held in February 2020 at Gokyo Lake, which is the world's highest freshwater lake, involving players from various countries such as the USA, Canada, India and Switzerland. The event aims to promote Nepal's winter tourism introducing Nepal's figure skating and ice hockey sports.
Mustang Trail Race
A 170 km long race embracing the Mustang region's biggest locations, Mustang Trail Race is scheduled to be held in April. Encounter the vibrant mountain villages, stunning scenery and the history of Tibet.
Everest Marathon
Everest Marathon is a high altitude sporting event along the foot trail of Mt. Everest Base Camp, allowing you to enjoy the vistas of beautiful villages and breathtaking mountain sceneries.
Otaku Jatra
Otaku Jatra welcomes all the geeks and otakus from all over the world. The festival is due to be held in May inviting everyone to Nepal's biggest comic and pop culture festival. It provides cosplayers, gamers, artisans, artists, animators and various creative people, all within an incredible Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall to exhibit their talents.
Sustainable Summits Conference
The 5th International Conference on Sustainable Summits is to be held in Kathmandu from 1-5 June 2020. The Sustainable Summits Conference explores strategies for saving and maintaining the world's mountain regions.
World Trails Conference
Nepal is hosting the 8th World Trails Conference in September 2020. The main conference proceedings begin with multiple sessions and focus areas covering trails and history, agriculture, ecology, tourism, media and cities.
Photo Kathmandu
Photo Kathmandu strives to create conversations between the town, its audience, its past, its dreams and aspirations. In October, the exhibition will be held in various locations within the Kathmandu Valley free to the public and ticketless. The event will feature the Nepal lifestyle photography bringing both young and old together and revealing people’s viewpoints on life.
The Great Karnali Quest
Nepal hosts the Great Karnali Quest in November 2020, an electrifying event for ardent rafters and probably the longest raft race in the world where many international rafters will participate.
Kathmandu Triennale
Kathmandu Triennale, the largest art festival, is set to take place in December. The Triennale offers an opportunity for national and international artists to exhibit their creations. The event will display Nepali art in the global art scene, as well as explore fitting ways of recognizing and putting the arts of different countries together under the same roof.
Kathmandu and Janakpur by night
The itineraries and products to Kathmandu and Janakpur by night are planned accordingly and will be held year-round to promote the nightlife.
Best Trekkings Trails for Visit Nepal 2020
Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest base camp trek is one of the visitor's dream destinations and Nepal's top-selling trekking voyage. It is a life-changing journey loaded with the Khumbu region's excellent highlight. Additionally, it is an opportunity to appreciate the unique Nepalese Sherpa culture.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna base camp trek is the second-best trekking experience in Nepal, after Everest Base Camp Trek. This trek includes a variety of terrain, wildlife along with an excellent view of the Annapurna Mountain Range and other high Annapurna Mountains. Beautiful rhododendron forest, Kali Gandaki Gorge, unique cultures, traditions and lifestyle locations accompany you during the trek.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of Nepal's best known short trekking routes. The evergreen trekking path leads you to the glorious prominent ethnic cities and heavenly mountain condition. Poon Hill, the best viewpoint, fulfils your dream of witnessing the snow-capped peaks and sunrise/ sunset. You can see the best view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt Annapurna, Mt Fishtail and other high mountains in Annapurna regions.
Mardi Himal Trek
Mardi Himal Trek is a trek towards Nepal's Annapurna Region. The trek begins with a drive from Pokhara, and ends in Pokhara as well. The trail is enclosed by a charming and irresistible setting including high mountains, hills, rhododendron, pine and oak forest.
Langtang Valley Trek
The majestic Langtang Valley Trek is Kathmandu Valley's nearest Himalayan town. Although the Langtang area is very similar to Kathmandu, it is high and wild like any of the Tibetan highlands with rushing Langtang Khola river past lush forests and bamboo groves to a collection of high alpine pastures, glaciers and peaks.
Manaslu Circuit Trek
An excellent alternative to the Annapurna circuit, Manaslu Circuit Trekking offers a tremendous opportunity to experience the mountain scenery, beautiful landscapes, river falls and forests within Nepal's restrained arena. The trek takes you across Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world at 8,163 m (26,781 ft) and around the Manaslu conservation area.
