Lantang (3,430 m) and Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m) are two picturesque villages in the Langtang valley, north of Kathmandu, Nepal. Part of a popular trekking route on the fringes of the namesake national park, it attracts adventurers from around the world. In 2015, and earthquake triggered an avalanche that completely levelled Langtang village, and destroyed significant parts of nearby settlements. In this episode, listen to how the residents of the valley have rebuilt their lives three years later. You can also have your cake and eat it too. Go there now! ******* Dorje Bakery Cafe & Coffee Center Hotel Yala Peak ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue Episode background tunes courtesy of Icons8 Music by Dural, Helicalin and Murkok, all from Fugue

Jason Shah is a travel ideator fascinated by cultural narratives, food heritage and identity. Over the past few years, he has been actively involved in promoting such ideas, highlighting similar interests, and inspiring several individuals in Nepal.

As one half of SherpaShah, he, along with like-minded friends and patrons, creates immersive travel experiences across the Kathmandu Valley. In this episode, listen to their numerous initiatives that are encouraging the country's youth to explore more! ******* Nepali TravellersVisit their website See their Facebook page Follow them on Instagram Subscribe to their YouTube channel Raithaane See their Facebook page SherpaShahVisit their website See their Facebook page Follow them on instagram Jason ShahFollow him on facebook Pemba Sherpa KhambacheFollow him on Instagram ******* Also, mentioned in this episode Couchsurfing Everest Gorkha Kathmandu Adventure Club Kathmandu Food Connections Mathilde Lefebvre Miss NepaliTravellers Mona Aditya PatanSquared Photo Kathmandu Prashanta Kanal Semester At Sea Shally Sherpa Himalayan SWO-YATRA Samikchya Sharma Susan Karmacharya Women Lead ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

Here & There is a recurring series on Get Out podcast where we feature remote and isolated accommodations from my own travels.

In Room #1, we look at five such experiences from across Nepal. *******

Annapurna Eco Village - Astam, Nepal 28°17'38.0"N 83°54'33.0"E

Australian Camp - Dhampus, Nepal 28°18'19.7"N 83°49'48.2"E

Gurung Cottage - Ghandruk, Nepal 28°22'33.3"N 83°48'27.9"E

Mystique Highland Resort - Astam, Nepal 28°17'38.9"N 83°54'27.2"E

Nubri Four Season Resort - Prok, Nepal 28°32'41.1"N 84°46'07.0"E ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue Episode background tunes courtesy of Icons8 Music by Bimbotronic and Nordgroove, all from Fugue

Listen to the ambient sounds of Boudha, a religious site housing one of the largest stupas in Nepal. In this short episode, get an audio teaser of what the atmospheric surrounds of Boudhanath Stupa have to offer!

******* Boudhanath NearbyAnanda Tree House Cafe Kopan Monastery Mechung Taragaon Museum Un Día Blanco ******* Incidental music captured from shops/cafes in the background during this recording Music credit to Dagmo Sonam Palkyi Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

Christopher Guest has been climbing since the tender age of nine. As an experienced mountaineer and Ironman triathlete, he has scaled a few peaks around the world. Now, occasionally, he does leisurely treks introducing amateurs to the mountains.

In this episode, listen to his journey from rock climbing in his neighbourhood during weekends as a teenager, to fulfilling his dream of summitting Mount Everest - the top of the world in his late forties. You may find him in the midst of intense conversations about mountain gear and on select Himalayan trails!

******* Chomolungma (Tibetan) or Sagarmatha (Nepalese) stands at 8,848 meters above sea level, growing roughly at half a centimeter every year. Other highlights Cho Oyu Imja Tse K2 Kanchenjunga Lhotse ******* Mentioned in this episode China Tibet Mountaineering Association Dawa Derek Himalayan Guides Ironman Iswari Paudel Jeff Paul Sam ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

Dzükou Valley is a picturesque region that graces the borders between Nagaland and Manipur in Northeast India. Here's my trekking experience across this pristine landscape featuring rainforests, streams, caves, and misty rolling hills covered in dwarf bamboo and seasonal wild flowers. I got to see the indigenous Dzükou Lily too. In this episode, I also share my travel anecdotes including a week-long initiation into Bhut Jholaki during my friend's wedding celebration, walking around Kohima sporting my beard, making new friends, boating across Loktak Lake, stepping on floating islands, and stalking Sangai deer! 

******* Dzükou Valley Also, mentioned in this episodeAwesome AssamChingtsuong - Kohima, Nagaland D Cafe - Kohima, Nagaland Dawn Homestay - Kigwema, Nagaland(Akieno Yhoshü +91 98562 59469, +91 88373 50125 & Rovitono Yhoshü +91 85758 26863) Deputy Commissioner's Office - Dimapur, Nagaland (Inner Line Permit, INR 150 pp) Ethnic Table - Dimapur, Nagaland Forage - Imphal, Manipur Ima Keithal - Imphal, Manipur Kangla Fort - Imphal, Manipur Keibul Lamjao National Park - Bishnupur, Manipur Kuda Cafe - Dimapur, Nagaland Lokatak Lake, Manipur Maipakchao Homestay - Thanga Ngaram, Manipur (Oinam Maipakchao Singh +91 98563 56993) Manipur Tourism Mao Market - Kohima, Nagaland Mapal Kanjeibung (polo ground) - Imphal, Manipur Nagaland Tourism Shekhar's colonial house - Imphal, Manipur Trinity Villa - Dimapur, Nagaland ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue Episode background tunes courtesy of Icons8 Music by Alexei De Bronhe, Bimbotronic, Dural, Moroza Knozova, Murkok, Nordgroove, and Smokefishe, all from Fugue

Krishna VG has been riding his bike for over a decade. As the co-founder of Free Spirits Motorcycling Club, a close-knit community of passionate bikers in Bangalore, he brings families - including kids and pets - together on riding experiences across India.

In this episode, listen to his journey from heading out on short day rides around the city's outskirts to conquering the dramatic terrains of the Himalayas. Find him contributing to local social causes and riding on a highway near you!

******* Free Spirits Motorcycling ClubVisit their websiteFollow them on instagram Krishna VG See his facebook page Also, mentioned in this episodeAbishek Ananda AvinashAvinash VargheseDevGowtham Shetty HaileyHarley DavidsonIron Butt AssociationIron Butt IndiaKawasaki Karnataka Nair Service SocietyKodava SamajaPavan BiddappaPearl Ram Balan Royal Enfield Triumph Vasudeva Acharya ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

John Pollard pioneered recreational white water rafting in peninsular India nearly two decades ago. As the founder of Southern River Adventures, a rafting company, and the co-owner of Off The Grid, a remote jungle homestay, 'The Riverman' has been encouraging folks to enjoy the outdoors since his teenage years.

In this episode, listen to his fascinating adventures from being a backpacker traveller exploring Southeast Asia to establishing himself as a top-notch river guide at wonderful locations across the world. If not charting a new river course, you'll find him cycling alpine trails and scaling the Himalayan peaks! ******* Goa RaftingVisit their websiteSee the facebook page Off The Grid Visit their website See the facebook page Also, mentioned in this episodeAquaterraCoorg Adventure ClubCreature CraftGoa TourismThe International Rafting Federation Jungle Lodges & ResortsKali Adventure CampKarnataka TourismKodagu White Water RaftingKundalika RaftingProject RaftSnow Leopard AdventuresSylvia Kerkar's PotteryTiger Tops, Nepal ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

Neil D'souza won Gold at the IMF Mountain Film Festival in 2018 for his film that documented the adventures of All India Overland. Founding Neil Productions among his other startups, he now exclusively covers outdoors, water sports and adventure activities across India.

In this episode, listen to his multifaceted journey from being a web developer, dancer, teacher, scuba diver, and now a filmmaker, capturing breathtaking moments along the way. Away from the camera, you'll find him navigating rocks and rapids in a kayak, or adding another skill to his dynamic portfolio. ******* Neil D'souzaVisit his websiteSee his facebook Neil ProductionsWatch their videos on youtube Follow them on instagram Stalk them on facebook Also, mentioned in this episodeAll India Overland Andaman Nicobar Environment Team Anup J Kat Atul Kattukaran Bangalore ROMP Between Years FestivalClown With A Frown Covelong Point FestivalGanga Kayak FestivalIMF Mountain Film Festival Indian Open of SurfingKenishaa Francis Lagori Malabar River Festival Rhythmotion Serrasolses BrothersSupriya VohraSuru Bouldering FestivalTarantismo The Modern Classroom Tour of NilgirisUnderwater Festival1st December Films ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue

Alex Sebastian is a leading fixture in the Bangalore Ultimate and the Indian Ultimate scene. After founding the Bangalore-based Ultimate team Air Traffic Control in 2012, which blossomed amid the lush environs of Cubbon Park, he occasionally manages the young folks who represent the country at Ultimate tournaments abroad. In this episode, listen to how he has evolved from a shy urban lad, to getting his pilot's license with stints in the advertising industry in between. He now takes pride in leading a world-class team of sportspeople from what began as a casual weekend gathering. Off the field, you might find him at boardrooms discussing digital content strategies or riding around along with biker clubs. Catch him in action at an Ultimate event near you! ******* Alex Sebastian Follow him on instagram and, on facebook Air Traffic Control Follow them on instagram Stalk them on facebook Mentioned in this episode AirbendersANT AssamAsia Oceanic All Stars Auroville UltimateBangalore Ultimate Chennai HeatDisc-O-DeewaneGnash, GoaHoli Goa SixesIndia UltimateJain International SchoolMac Bhatt'Mai' Maitreyi Ananthapadmanabhan'Manix' Manickam NarayananKaushik 'Buddy' SampathNi MaSneha PatilSangeetha 'Sangee' ManoharanStall 7UPAIUSHAVaroon JoshuaVeera SethuramanWindmill, Amsterdam World Club Championships ******* Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue