Two years after the earthquake that devastated this lofty kingdom in the Himalayas, one family journeys to Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, and the legendary Annapurna Circuit to see friendly elephants, ancient mountain villages, three of the world’s highest peaks, and a country that turns out to be as resilient as it is beautiful.

“Search south of the Himalayas and discover the magnificent wildlife home to Nepal. Watch as one-horned rhinos roam free, or walk alongside elephants in the conservation haven of Chitwan National Park.”

This year you will find Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge on Condé Nast Traveller’s Gold List 2018.