With the temperature rising in Nepal, it's time once again to hit the pool. Gone are the days when swimming pools were rare to find and exotic to the average eye, today's pools are easy to come by and cheap to dive into. Another plus point is that they offer far better services than before. This summer, be wet, go wild, and have fun, but make sure to take these tips and jump into the right pool of water.
Goodwill Health Club, Patan
A complete club, besides swimming, it also offers sauna, jacuzzi and steam bath facilities, not to mention the all-important pool side restaurant. Day use: Adult Rs. 250, Children Rs 150 Club Membership: Single (without treadmill) Rs. 1695, single (with treadmill) Rs. 2260, children Rs. 800
Aroma Sports Center, Sanepa
Besides the unique facilities of skating and tennis, this center also also provides seven to fourteen day swimming coaching classes for beginners. An added bonus is the gym and restaurant. Seven day swimming course (basic): Rs. 1000 per person. Club membership: adult (ladies only) Rs 2000, children below 10 Rs 1800; monthly membership Rs. 2500 per person.
Dhumbarahi Swimming Pool, Dhumbarahi
The club has a swimming pool of Olympic proportions (12.5 meters wide, 25 meters long). Coaching classes are also offered for beginners along with the use of a gymnasium. Besides this, the center hosts parties and can also offer catering services. Day use: Adult Rs. 100, Children Rs. 50 Club membership: Rs. 3000 per month.
Godavari Village Resort:
The Wet & Wild package every weekend includes a perfect deal of swimming and a buffet lunch with a complementary drink for visitors at the Godavari Village Resort. It is the perfect way to battle the inner city blues and heat. There is also an overnight package for Nepalis and expatriates alike, which also includes a healthy breakfast to boot. Cost of weekend package: Rs. 555 and taxes for adults, Rs. 333 and taxes for children. Cost of overnight package: Rs. 2500 and taxes.
Hotel Himalaya
A barbeque buffet lunch and a weekend swimming spree is available at the price of one at this great hotel. The location of this hotel is approachable by all in Kathmandu which makes it a good destination for the weekend swimmers who don't want to travel. Day use: Adult Rs. 700, Children Rs. 400. Seasonal membership: Family Rs. 30,000, Single Rs. 15,000.
