Nepal

A group of Israeli trekkers has arrived in Nepal with a plan to trek around the Annapurna Trail. 

According to a press statement by the Israel Embassy, the group includes ten physically-challenged trekkers who are assisted by wheelchairs. 

In all, there are 60 in the group.

“The team has set off to the Annapurna Trail today. An EPSA Nepal (Disabled Centre Nepal) Representative also joined in the expedition together with her aid,” said the statement.

Ambassador  of Israel to Nepal, Hanan Goder, along with representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of  Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, and Nepal Tourism Board had welcomed the trekkers upon their arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport.

The statement further stated that the delegation hopes to inspire and send out a message of inclusiveness. “Physical challenges should not set limitations for trekking the beautiful mountains of Nepal.”