Barahi Jungle Lodge Chitwan

 Barahi Jungle Lodge, Chitwan has recently been awarded the ISO 14001:2015 certification for environmental management systems.

ISO 14001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard that demonstrates an organization’s dedication to managing its environmental impact. The certification process requires a rigorous evaluation of an organization’s environmental policies, practices, and procedures.

At Barahi Jungle Lodge, they understand the importance of preserving our natural resources and minimizing our ecological footprint. They have implemented a range of initiatives to reduce environmental impact.

They believe that by adopting sustainable practices, we can help to protect the natural beauty of our surroundings and provide a more meaningful and authentic travel experience for our guests. Please find their sustainability Certification.

Mountain Lodges of Nepal

Please find the list of sustainable practices that lodges have been following:

  • Furthermore, the lodge provides boiled filtered water in a Thermos Flask in Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Everest and in Mountain Lodges of Nepal, and Annapurna
  • Provide boiled filtered water in steel jugs in the rooms.
  • Provide reusable bottles during the trek

Dwarika’s Hotel

Built upon a rich tradition of Nepali hospitality and incorporating some of the country’s most exquisite architectural traditions, The Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu is an authentic experience of Nepal’s ancient cultural heritage. Originally established as a heritage restoration project, The Dwarika’s hotel has become known as Nepal’s premier property, and a model for heritage preservation in Nepal and beyond.

Tiger Mountain Lodge, Pokhara

Tiger Mountain Lodge is nestled 1,000 feet above the Pokhara Valley with an almighty Himalayan backdrop. The lodge offers a seamless haven, the essence of serenity. Tiger Mountain Lodge is Travelife Gold certified and a member of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that lets travelers make an enduring impact in the destination community tourism with integrity and are pioneers of responsible conservation tourism. Tiger Mountain Lodge attempt to lessen the negative impact on environmental, social, or corporate and support local communities through their initiatives and adopting the best sustainable practices.

  • The lodge prepares varied ranges of Nepali and continental dishes cooked from local fresh ingredients and home-produced herbs and garden salads. 
  • They use metal water bottles for walks, picnics and in vehicles to reduce the use of plastic.

Everest Summit Lodge

Everest Summit Lodge runs five high-quality mountain lodges up in the Everest Region: Lukla, Monjo, Mende, Tashinga, and Pangboche, Hattiban resort in Kathmandu, and River Summit Lodge, Kurintar.

The lodges incorporate elements of local art, and architecture and use environmentally friendly solar power solutions to make a great level of comfort and sustainability.

  • Social and environmental initiatives adopted by Everest Summit Lodge:
  • Operate the properties responsibly, which supports the environment and local communities
  • Avoid firewood and use Gas or Solar powered hot water for showers
  • Use Euro guard water filter for drinking
  • Plastic water bottles are not sold  at any of Everest Lodges
  • Install energy-efficient light bulbs i.e. Photovoltaic panels
  • Set up Green horticultural servicing with greenhouse
  • Offering guest rooms with windows that open or are part of a fresh-air exchange system
  • Give an option to the guests of reusing the towel and sheets
  • Non-biodegradable litter brought back to Kathmandu
  •  All Lodges have High Altitude Pressure bags for Emergency
  • Employ local men and women at lodges.
  • Much of the fresh produce is purchased from the local village, which helps to support the local community.

Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge

Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge is a wilderness eco-lodge located 4 km from the picturesque Chitwan National Park. The lodge comprises 12 rooms, each with en suite bathrooms built-in local style plus plenty of greenery. The lodge features the perfect combination of a tranquil and enchanting wilderness haven fused with local architecture.

Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge adopted environmentally responsible, eco-friendly and sustainable tourism policy. Following are some sustainable initiatives taken by Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge:

  • The lodge use solar power for hot showers in the en suite baths and provides power to the reading lamps and ceiling fans
  • The accommodation are built from sustainable building materials carried out by local craftsmen
  • Since the inception, Tiger Tops has practiced organic farming and cooking. The food comes from their organic garden whereas other ingredients are obtained from local farmers, ensuring meal healthy, organic and sustainable meals are served to guests.
  • Offers exceptional and comfortable insight into Nepalese village life where guests get opportunity to experience rural Nepalese life.
  • Various activities are organized during the stay such as exploring the surrounding villages and wildlife experience by foot or bullock cart, bird watching tour, boating, jungle walk.
  • Tiger Tops ensures that all operations minimize their adverse environmental and social effects
  • Every effort is made to lessen waste and adverse environmental impacts within the group´s daily operations by recycling and using responsible disposal systems.
  • To lower energy and pollutants, the lodge vehicles are well-maintained to emission control standards and use ox carts for transportation when possible

Hotel Tibet

Hotel Tibet is situated in Lazimpat behind Narayanhiti Palace Museum that features 53 boutique-style rooms decorated in soothing colors in contemporary Tibetan-Classic design. The hotel offers accommodation of international standard with all the basic amenities necessary for a deluxe hotel.

Hotel Tibet owns their great rooftop terrace bar-restaurant and a side garden café that serve scrumptious Asian and Western cuisine as well as spa facilities to guests

Location:

The hotel is only 1 km from the famous shopping centers of Thamel and 4 km from Swayambhunath Temple. Pashupatinath Temple and Tribhuvan International Airport is only 8km away from hotel.

Hotel Ambassador

The Ambassador Hotel is a four-star deluxe hotel situated in the Lazimpat. It originated in the 1960s as a set of apartments intended for British Embassy diplomats. In 1978, due to its increasing popularity and the thriving tourism industry, it underwent a transformation into a full-fledged 40-room hotel. In 2013, a complete reconstruction took place to enhance both the rooms and facilities.

The bustling streets of Thamel are easily reachable on foot from the hotel. Moreover, the hotel’s strategic location offers convenient access to the city’s numerous attractions and notable sites.

At the Ambassador Hotel’s restaurant, a diverse range of culinary delights from various continents are served. Additionally, guests have the opportunity to indulge in retail therapy at the delightful boutique store situated within the hotel premises.

Distance:

The property is around 25 minutes drive from the Tribhuvan International Airport

Sustainability

  • They have replaced one-time useable plastic slippers with reusable slippers.
  • They prominently feature regional or local cuisine on their menu.
  • Prioritize purchasing local ingredients for its culinary operation
  • Hotel collaborates with Khalisisi for recycling
  • In event halls during the events, they use refillable water bottles.
  • Hotel practices separation of waste
  •  Implemented energy-efficient lighting throughout the hotel
  •  Water-efficient fixtures in all bathrooms
  • Recycling bins available for guests in common areas
  • Employ local staff
  • Provide electronic alternatives for guest services
  • Offer paperless options for guest communication
  • Provide thorough training on safety and emergency procedures

Dwarika’s Hotel

Dwarika’s Hotel is one of the finest hotels in Nepal situated in the Battisputali, Kathmandu.

Dwarika’s Hotel is built with exquisite architecture designed with handmade brick and each wooden panel has either been retrieve from old house and temples or is an original piece from the hotel’s own woodworking workshop. The hotel houses comprise wide collection of art work from the 13th century on wards.

The property features 84 luxury spacious rooms including Heritage Junior Suites, Heritage Executive Suites, Heritage Deluxe room and Royal Suite with excellent modern amenities. The hotel also offers wide range of cuisines in their restaurants and spa facilities.

Please visit website for more information:  http://www.dwarikas.com/

Location:

Tribhuvan International Airport is 1.9 km from the property. It is also close to the Royal Golf Course, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath.

Mount Kailash Resort

Mount Kailash Resort is located 827 m above sea level in Pokhara that offers beautiful views of Fewa Lake and the Annapurna Himalayan range. It is 3 stars Hotel with 51 beautifully decorated and furnished rooms with modern amenities, two dining areas along with terrace dining experience, as well as garden and spa. This resort is situated near Phewa Lake of Pokhara.

The hotel is bounded by the city center’s elegant shops, banks, cafés, restaurants, bars, and other places of interests.  For more information please click the link: http://www.mountkailashresort.com/

Location:

Mount Kailsh resort is situated next to Fewa Lake, and is only 5-minute drive from Pokhara Airport.  It is 200 km from Kathmandu City.

Temple Tree Resort and Spa

Temple Tree Resort & Spa is a boutique hotel which is situated close by Fewa Lake in the Pokhara Valley. The hotel design combines western standards with the unique architecture and culture of Nepal’s Western Himalayas. The resort comprises 64 rooms including Deluxe, the Temple Tree Suite and Apartment featuring traditional interiors with modern comforts.

The resort features spa facilities with a spa pool area and outdoor infinity pool. The restaurant of resort serves international cuisine. The Bay Leaf Restaurant serves international cuisine.  While drinks and light meals serve at The Tree House cafe and The Island Bar.

For more information: https://www.templetreenepal.com/about

Location:

Temple Tree Resort & Spa is situated in Gaurighat in central Lakeside. It is 150 m from Fewa Lake and 3 km from Pokhara Airport.

Hotel Shangri-La

Rudyard Kipling wrote that the wildest dreams of Kew are the facts of Kathmandu. This still holds true for the city that is the world’s most exotic destination.

With views to the high Himalaya, the ancient buildings, venerable temples and narrow lanes of Kathmandu reveal never-ending secrets. Its magic entices visitors from all over the world.

The cultural richness of this society creates an intricate fabric that can be overwhelming. The perfect retreat is the charming Shangri-La Hotel. This intimate 97 room property has the warmth of welcome for which the Nepalese are renowned, plus a high degree of comfort. Each air-conditioned room offers multi channel television and music, direct dial telephone, mini-bar and pleasing modern decor.

The Top Floor is a recently added cloister that offers a serenity that invites the Business Traveler to 22 state-of-art rooms created to offer every luxury, every convenience and 2 Deluxe Suites that rival the finest in hoteliering. A club lounge, individual safes and coffee makers that match the very best in the world are some of the other facilities that await you at The Top Floor.

Taking tea in the award- winning gardens, served by uniformed waiters, it is easy to imagine that you are in another era. However, the modern world is certainly evident in the fitness center, swimming pool and the range of cuisines on offer at Shangri-La’s restaurants. The Jazz Bar serves fine continental cuisine and also specializes in Chinese and Oriental dishes. The Shambala Garden Café and the Bakery have a wealth of sweet delights.

Whether sipping a High Lama cocktail in the Lost Horizon Bar or watching a performance of masked temple dancers in the garden, the mystery of Kathmandu is ever present. Indeed, this is Shangri-La.

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