A short guide about Overland Expeditions to India and the subcontinent
Incredible India! Set apart from the rest of Asia by the towering Himalaya's in the north, flowing down to vast national parks, lush rainforests and amazing beaches in the south. Side by side with the country's staggering topographical variations is its cultural diversity. Modern India, home to the tribal, the sophisticated, ancient monuments and deep culture.
Nepal is famous for its stunning mountains, rich in terms bio-diversity. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 meters, all within a distance of 150 kilometres resulting in climatic conditions from sub-tropical to arctic This incredible variation means there is an incredible variety of ecosystems apart from the greatest mountain range on earth you will marvel at thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers, forested hills and frozen valleys.
Pakistan is currently not well serviced by touring companies although there are some options available for traversing the Karakoram route to China.
Sri Lanka is the teardrop that falls from the southern tip of India and is becoming increasingly popular as a travel destination. Although for its beach resorts, there is definitely more to see and do such as coconut plantations, paddy fields, turtles, elephants, world heritage forts, dense rainforests and national parks filled with wildlife.