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The Last Resort

A Perfect Adventure Destination

The Last Resort is not only an ultimate destination for Nepali daredevils but also for adventure seekers trekking across the world in a quest for thrills. The resort, lying peacefully 100 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu has become the ultimate destination for those seeking thrills of a bungee jump and various other adventure possibilities the resort offers.

Since its establishment 14 years ago, thousands of adventure lovers have flocked to the resort to calm their adrenaline pumps. The resort was established by David H Alladice and Bishnu H Neupane in 1998 October. The resort primarily established with an aim to promote adventure activities with Bungy Nepal has now expanded to numerous activities like Canyon Swing, High Ropes, Canyoning, Mountain Biking and Rafting.


The Last Resort in Sindhupalchowk district, a three-and-a-half hour’s drive from Kathmandu is not a haven for adventure seekers only. The resort is also a perfect getaway for relaxation and experiencing serene nature, away from the bustling city crowds and stressful weekdays. To address non-daredevils, the resort offers various packages like “relax at the resort for one night” at the price tag of Rs 3,500. Similarly, “relax and massage package” of one night costs Rs 5,000 per person. The resort has 25 tents that can accommodate 64 persons at once that ensure quiet and peaceful stay in an exotic setting. Services like massage, sauna and plunge pool in a peaceful environment help the relaxation of body and mind. Surrounding area also hosts numerous possibilities for hiking and brief strolling to enjoy the picturesque hills and roaring river deep into the gorge.

So, The Last Resort is absolutely not for adventurous souls only. The resort located across the Bhotekoshi River linked with a suspension bridge from the Araniko Highway receives tourists and visitors round the year. Prakash Pradhan, Resort Manager and Bungy Master says being located near to the Tibetan border, tourists visiting the surrounding hills for hiking, biking and other activities also visit the resort to quench their thirst for ultimate adventure. The resort on top of a green river gorge is 10 kilometres from Tatopani, Tibetan border and 12 kilometres from Barhabise of Sindhupalchowk.

The resort does not need a special season to welcome its guests. The resort is visited round the year by Nepali and foreign visitors. However, it welcomes higher number of foreign tourists during the peak tourist season - September to November. Thakur Rimal, Assistant Resort Manager, says, “March to May and September to November is the season while rest of the year is off-season. Even in the off-season, the resort does reasonably well due to its many activities.”

Bungy Nepal

Bungy Nepal at The Last Resort is ranked second on Asia’s five highest bungee jumps by CNNGo. It is also listed as one of the best bungee jumps around the world by numerous media. It is the second highest jump in Asia. Probably it is the most spectacular jump on the planet. Jumping off a 160 metre high bridge into the gorge of Bhotekoshi River is definitely one of the most thrilling acts to try. It is as exciting and fun as scary as it looks. After taking a leap from the 160 metre high bridge, the sense of intense thrill takes over the fear and leaves the jumper longing for never ending free fall instead of what Bungy Nepal offers – 3.5 seconds. As bungee instructors at the resort say, the jump is definitely, “Walking like a penguin and flying like a bird.” To try the bungee jump, one must be at least 40 kg to 110 kg and 18 years and older or have consent from parents in case of a minor. The bungee begins between 11 to 11:30 am and continues usually till 4 pm. The sales office at Thamel takes 40 bookings at most but rest can be availed on-site bookings at the resort. A bus of the resort leaves Thamel at 6 am every day (6 days during the high season – Monday off, and 4 days during the off season).

Canyon Swing

Canyon Swing is definitely not a kid’s swing. The Canyon Swing at The Last Resort is the world’s highest giant and ultimate swing – jumping off a 160 metres high bridge, experiencing free fall of 100 metre for seven seconds before the twin lines swing you at 150 km per hour. The company claims it is the highest in the world. The weight limit for swing is 120 kg. The swing day trip to the resort costs Rs 4,000 per person while the swing only costs Rs 3,200.

High Ropes

High Ropes is a fun filled activity at The Last Resort that can be enjoyed with family and friends. The thrilling and fun filled activity releases stress and boosts the team work. This adventure sports has various mini activities like ladders, wobbly bridges, walk ways, cargo nets, abseils and zip lines. Hillary Steps, Nepali Taxi and Bagmati River Crossing are few of the obstacles that will make anyone’s adrenaline pump. High Ropes comes with a price tag of Rs 3,500 for a day trip, Relax and High Ropes (1 night/1day) at Rs 5,800 and High ropes only at Rs 3,000.

Hidden Canyons

Canyoning at The Last Resort is not only about exploring hidden places in the Himalayas but also finding out the adventurer within oneself. The resort offers a variety of canyons from exploratory walks to some of Nepal’s most extreme environments, says the company. The guides of the resort will lead you to abseiling, jumping and sliding down steep canyon walls and waterfalls to deep pools below. It is just another adventurous way to release the tension and get adrenaline high in the blood.

The resort is spread over an area of around 18 ropanis. The land was bought from a local Guthi and around half the land is acquired by the resort from local villagers around the resort. Situated right next to a village, the resort has given back to the locality in various ways. The suspension bridge that holds the platform for bungee jumping and swing was built by the resort. The bridge not only offers the option to jump off it but also the convenient way for locals to connect to the highway. According to Pradhan, before the bridge was built by the resort, locals had to walk three hours to cross the Bhotekoshi River and reach the other side via a bridge closest to the village.

 Similarly, out of 68 employees, 48 are working at the resort and around 90 percent of them are locals, says Pradhan. He adds, “As part of our CSR initiatives, we help the local communities in the two VDCs of Marming and Listi Kot. We contribute Rs 400,000 each per year to the two VDCs for education, health and village development.” According to the resort, a fixed amount of every activity is spent on development of the local infrastructure and to support local projects.

WHERE:

Panlang-5, Sindhupalchowk district, on the Araniko highway, across the Bhotekoshi River from Marming-8, Sindhupalchowk

HOW TO REACH:

100 kms from Kathmandu (approximately 3 ½ hrs drive), 14 kms from the Tibetan border. One can go by private transport, however, the resort also has its own tourist bus leaving at 6 am every day (6 days during the high season – Monday off, and 4 days during the off season).

WHEN TO GO:

Tourist Season (September- November & March-May)

WHAT TO DO:

Bungy Jump, Canyon Swing, High Ropes, Canyoning, Mountain Biking, Rafting, Relax

WEATHER:

Similar to Kathmandu all season

MISCELLANEOUS:

A Bungy Jump/Canyon Swing costs Rs 3,200 per person per activity. The resort provides a package of Rs 4,000 per person for to-and-fro transportation, one activity and lunch. There is also a provision for overnight stay at the resort. For more details/reservations, contact The Last Resort, Sales Office, Thamel, Kathmandu: Tel 00977-1- 4700525/4701247, Email info@ thelastresort.com.np or visit its website www.thelastresort.com.np