Rock climbing is another challenging
outdoor sport for outdoor lovers. Most of the areas
for rock climbing are situated toward the north
of Kathmandu Valley in the vicinity of Nagarjun
forest and the Shivapuri Watershed and wildlife
reserve. Because on eis a national park and the
other a protected area, trip to these places can
be combined with hiking, bird watching and other
activities. Nagarjun, 3 Kilometers from Kathmandu
City can be reached via Balaju near the New Bus
Park. Shivapuri, can be reached via Budhanilkhanta
which is 9 Kilometers away from Kathmandu.
Rock Climbing is perhaps one
of the least promoted sport in Nepal. However, some
rock faces have been developed as training ground
for enthusiastic climbers both local and foreign.
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has been
providing separate training on rock climbing for
the last six years to school -(children and to college
students basically to arouse their interest in this
field as well as in mountaineering.
Rock Climbing Sites In
The Himalayas
Rock climbing is becoming popular in India now and
many mountaineering clubs in the country are imparting
training to the novice. Since it is a part of any
expedition, the mountain climbing enthusiasts have
to learn and practice this game before one can think
of joining the expedition.
Rock Climbing In Himachal
Pradesh:
The rafting trip can be started off from the options
available on the Indus River and its major tributaries.
The best stretch for professionally guided runs
in white water is on the Indus between Spituk and
Saspol. Beyond Saspol, the river becomes difficult
and running it requires technically skilled participants
and careful organization.
The Mountaineering Institute
has branches at Dharamshala, Bharmour, Narkanda
and Jispa, where training on the rocks is imparted.
Those who do not have the time or opportunity can
learn it from the books.
Rock Climbing In Uttaranchal:
Gangotri in the Garhwal Himalayas too sees excellent
high altitude rock climbing but one should always
try out the rocking expedition in the summer and
autumn months. Rock climbing courses in Uttaranchal
are conducted at George Everest House in Mussoorie,
Buranskhanda near Dhanaulti, Phoolchatti near Rishikesh.
GMVN provides NIM trained instructors, complete
climbing equipment with transport, TRH / camping,
catering and first aid.
