NEPAL: THE LAST SHANGRI-LA

Hotel Yak and Yeti, with its historic character, fuses modern design with original heritage interiors. This luxury 5-star deluxe hotel in the heart of Kathmandu sits on ample grounds among antique fountains, gilded temples, and emerald gardens.

A 270-room hotel with 5 star amenities that includes a range of restaurants and bars as well as a club lounge. After some renovation the Yak and Yeti now features 2 swimming pools, a shopping arcade, 2 tennis courts and a fitness centre complete with a gym and spa.

Located in Durbar Marg, the hotel is just moments away from the tourist thrills of Kathmandu. The embodiment of history, legend and tradition, the Hotel Yak and Yeti is a perfect blend of contemporary international standards and time-honored tradition. At the Yak and Yeti, one can explore Nepal's rich cultural heritage while finding solace in the luxurious comfort of this former Rana Palace.

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Resting on a single independent hill called the Windy Hill, Club Himalaya has become the pride of Nagarkot. The hotel is a local family owned property that forms part of a chain of hotels, Ace Hotels and Resorts, a company with 40 years experience in the hospitality industry.

The hotel offers a blend of nature and modern amenities. Each room opens to a private balcony, where one can view the most splendid sunrise and sunsets. Besides the fresh air and peaceful atmosphere, the Club Himalaya offers fine dining, superb facilities, and outdoor activities to bring one closer to nature.

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The beautiful hill town of Bandipur with breath taking mountain views and traditional houses is home to the Gaun Ghar Hotel. This establishment was once an old Newari traditional house that has been renovated into a heritage hotel while the traditional architecture and ambiance of the place is preserved.

The hotel has a café and restaurant serving organic food prepared from ingredients that have been sourced from local markets. The restaurant overlooks the Bandipur town and also faces the mountains.

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Barahi Jungle Lodge insinuates the austerity of Chitwan National Park. Experiencing refined luxury in the panoramic savannahs punctuated by Rapti River as overlooked from Barahi’s vantage point is a parallel universe retreat. We take immense pride in strengthening the bond of nature and mankind through our itineraries. The ambient outlook and sort after interiors of the lodge give a stunning insight into the aboriginal Tharu culture of Nepal interlaced with wilderness of Chitwan.

The lodge is nestled in a forested patch of 12 hectares and the construction is inspired by the local Tharu villages. It blends effortlessly with the surrounding environment and sets a high standard in eco operations.

The lodge has an in house experienced team of naturalists, 4 private elephants and a fleet of jeeps & boats. The lodge is strategically located in Meghauli, west Chitwan considered the best area for viewing wildlife.

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34 A/C Deluxe Boutique Cottages The Suite Room

The rooms are built as 28 individual and 6 interconnecting deluxe cottages. Each room opens to a private balcony and private views of the jungle. Each room features a décor with a blend of contemporary and traditional Nepali Furnishings with indigenous elements such as used wood, bamboo, elephant grass and animal arty-crafts.

In-room services and amenities

Spacious bathroom with cubical shower room or bathtub
Private balconies with panoramic views of the river and National Park
Wildlife-inspired décor and artifacts
Daily Housekeeping service
Shaver outlet & adaptors
Laundry service
32” LCD television with satellite connection
Individual climate controlled inverters, air-conditioning & overhead fans

The suite room is an up-class private villa. You may call it an architectural marvel offering vintage luxury in natural peace to make your stay unforgettable. Magnificent bedrooms with personal bar, opening to a landscape view of flowing river and extended grasslands. With all luxurious stints taken care of, this villa has two bedrooms- each with a dining room and a private bar. The rooms open to a private wooden terrace that extends to a private campfire place and a private swimming pool. The floor to ceiling windows opening to forest’s abundance in form of a flowing river, settled sandbanks and playful birds!

Facilities:

Private Campfire
Private Terrace
Private Swimming pool
Private Cubicle Shower
Private Rain Shower
Private Butler Service

The Suite Room Deluxe Boutique Room

The suite room is an up-class private villa. You may call it an architectural marvel offering vintage luxury in natural peace to make your stay unforgettable. Magnificent bedrooms with personal bar, opening to a landscape view of flowing river and extended grasslands. With all luxurious stints taken care of, this villa has two bedrooms- each with a dining room and a private bar. The rooms open to a private wooden terrace that extends to a private campfire place and a private swimming pool. The floor to ceiling windows opening to forest’s abundance in form of a flowing river, settled sandbanks and playful birds!

Facilities:

Private Campfire
Private Terrace
Private Swimming pool
Private Cubicle Shower
Private Rain Shower
Private Butler Service

Spreading over 12 hectares, the lodge offers 34 deluxe boutique guest rooms and one family suite. The rooms are built as 28 individual and 6 interconnecting deluxe cottages. Each room opens to a private balcony and private views of the jungle. Each room features a décor with a blend of contemporary and traditional Nepali Furnishings with indigenous elements such as used wood, bamboo, elephant grass and animal arty-crafts.

In-room services and amenities

Spacious bathroom with cubical shower room or bathtub
Private balconies with panoramic views of the river and National Park
Wildlife-inspired décor and artifacts
Daily Housekeeping service
Shaver outlet & adaptors
Laundry service
32” LCD television with satellite connection
Individual climate controlled inverters, air-conditioning & overhead fans

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Iron / Ironing Board, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Smoking Rooms, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Travel Desk

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cooking Courses, Cycling, Elephant Interaction, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Natural History Tours, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Child Friendly Activities, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Health and Fitness Centre, Massages, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Wildlife Activities

Chitwan, an explorer’s playground and a paradise for all wildlife enthusiasts has got a couple of exciting activities to offer. We provide a holistic wildlife and cultural experience enhanced by the experience sharing practice with well trained and experienced naturalists. The activities offered are as follows:

Elephant Briefing

Nature Walks

Canoeing

Elephant Safari

Cultural Performance

Bullock Cart Village Visit

Jeep Safari

Dining

Culinary experience at Barahi is an appeasement in itself. The lodge offers authentic Nepalese Cuisine enhanced with organically grown healthy food, topped with Himalayan herbs and homemade pickle. Delectable Continental, Indian, Thai and Chinese too form a part of our menu. At some distance from the cottages, our Tiger’s Den Bar environs in such a way that the motley nature can be felt closely and deeply. Our bar is well-equipped to serve aperitif-spirits, wines and liqueurs.

The evenings are filled with lively performances which brings the forest alive. Colorfully dressed Tharu girls and boys exhibit their culture through dance and music performances forming a rhythm that would definitely sway you with it. We also offer juggling and flaming shows on special requests.

Located on a ridge half an hour outside Pokhara, the lodge is an ideal base for guests to relax in a rural mountain setting, away from the bustle of Nepal’s cities. With a central lodge, bar and dining room, the comfortable rooms are arranged in clusters of cottages resembling a Nepali village. All have attached bathrooms, private verandas and Himalayan views. Daily table d’hôte menus feature a range of Nepali dishes and continental specialties made from local fresh ingredients and home-grown herbs and garden salads. Guests enjoy bird walks and day hikes through the forests and villages, escorted by trained local guides. The secluded, award-winning swimming pool reflects the white peaks. Masseurs offer a range of Ayurveda and shiatsu therapy; yoga and meditation sessions are also available. For the adventurous, paragliding and micro-light flights against Annapurna’s backdrop are thrilling options. Pokhara sightseeing, museum visits, golf and exploring the lively lakeside are all popular activities.

Tiger Mountain is a member of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travellers to make a lasting impact in the destination community.

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Cottage Room Cottage Room 2

Comfortable room with en suite shower and toilet. Double, twin and triple configurations available. All rooms have a private verandah and a mountain view. There is no price or facilities difference between Cottage Room and Cottage Room 2.

Room with mountain view, en-suite shower and toilet, private verandah and four-poster bed. There is no price or facilities difference between Cottage Room and Cottage Room 2.

Cottage Room 3 - Bungalow

Comprising a double room above with direct access outside and a twin / triple room below (1 king size bed and a single bed). Each room has its own en suite shower and toilet, private verandah and mountain view. The rooms are not inter-connected but both have access directly outside.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Travel Desk

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Cooking Courses, Cycling, Fine Dining, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Golf, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Natural History Tours, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Kayaking / Paddling, Massages, Mountain Biking, Museums, Natural History Tours, Paragliding, Sailing, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours

Guided Walks Nepali Cookery Demonstration Wellness Therapies Sightseeing and Other Activities Nature Walk

A range of walks is available from 1 hour to 8 hour day-hikes. Always led by expert local guides, these an focus on flora and fauna, local culture or just plain exercise. The lodge guides welcome guests to join them to explore the rich area around the lodge - rolling farm land and forest rich in birds, butterflies and traditional lifestyles. Picnic meals are available and guides are happy to carry extra water flasks too.

Lalu, the Head Cook, is happy to invite guests to join the kitchen team to learn how to prepare classic Nepali foods. This is subject to the kitchen workload at any time.

The lodge has local masseurs and masseuses for a range of Ayurvedic or Shiatsu massage in the comfort of guests' own rooms.

Yoga sessions with a local guru are available for beginners and more advanced alike.

Meditation guides are available.

The Lodge staff can arrange guided sightseeing tours, helicopter charters, mountain flights, vehicle drives, golf, white-water rafting, paragliding, zip-line and other activities both n house and through third party suppliers.

Led by an expert local guide, explore the surrounding area from the lodge to gain an insight into the bio-diversity of the forest and farmland. With an emphasis on birds and butterflies as well as local flora, this provides an opportunity to see Nepal's only indigenous bird species, The Spiny Babbler (Turdoides nipalensis) among others.

Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge Dining Room

The lodge offers full range of Nepali and western foods from light snacks to full meals. The focus is on locally sourced fresh produce, organically grown a far as possible. The lodge gardens under Jit Bahadur provide the kitchen with a range of salads, fresh herbs, some vegetables and fruits.

All bakery, preserves, jams and marmalades are home made. A full breakfast is served daily with a choice of meat and vegetarian options, fresh toast, bakery and preserves, home made yoghurt or kefir and fresh fruit and vegetable juice selection changing daily.

Lunch is generally served on the lodge terrace or beside the pool and can be either a Nepali curry with a choice of vegetarian and meat dishes, rice and lentils, fresh flatbreads and chutneys. Alternately, a lighter lunch of soups, salads and similar is available.

Dinner is usually a continental four-course meal deftly served by the lodge stewards with an alternate Nepali Thali choice available.

The Lodge runs table d'hôte meals but guests are invited to choose between Nepal and continental options with maximum range of choice, subject to available fresh supplies.

The kitchen is happy to provide special menus for small children and those with special dietary needs.

Hotel Yak and Yeti, with its historic character, fuses modern design with original heritage interiors. This luxury 5-star deluxe hotel in the heart of Kathmandu sits on ample grounds among antique fountains, gilded temples, and emerald gardens.

A 270-room hotel with 5 star amenities that includes a range of restaurants and bars as well as a club lounge. After some renovation the Yak and Yeti now features 2 swimming pools, a shopping arcade, 2 tennis courts and a fitness centre complete with a gym and spa.

Located in Durbar Marg, the hotel is just moments away from the tourist thrills of Kathmandu. The embodiment of history, legend and tradition, the Hotel Yak and Yeti is a perfect blend of contemporary international standards and time-honored tradition. At the Yak and Yeti, one can explore Nepal's rich cultural heritage while finding solace in the luxurious comfort of this former Rana Palace.

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