Travel Tips
Nepal: Nepal is a country of shocking natural beauty and immense spiritual kindness. Home to eight of the world’s ten highest mountain peaks, including Mount Everest, and a host of jungle valleys, rolling hills, and fertile river basins, Nepal offers numerous opportunities for photographers and outdoor enthusiasts. The country is also notable as the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, as well as being home to a number of impressive Hindu temples, making it the perfect destination for travelers interested in hiking, photography, and ethno-tourism.
Trip Planning: The planning stage of your trip can be instrumental in its success and an enjoyable part of the experience itself. You have a world of options...and plenty to consider.
Entry and Exit formalities: Visitors must hold a passport valid for at least six months & beyond at the time of entering the country. Some nationalities can obtain visa on arrival and for nationalities who requires visa please refer to the Nepalese consulate website:
Transportation: Figuring out how to get around is one of your biggest pre-trip decisions. Get our holiday expert best advice on deciding between your options.Based on your trip itinerary, our experts will help you choose wisely. You'll also find a wealth of practical travel tips.
Money: Use your money wisely. Know the best time to use cash or card — and how to avoid unnecessary fees either way — as well as tipping etiquette.
Phones and Technology: Phones and other smart devices can be huge time-savers...or expensive distractions. Get our tips for making the best use of technology during your trip, and for calling home with or without your own phone.
Packing Light: On your trip you'll meet two kinds of travelers: those who pack light and those who wish they had.
Sleeping and Eating: Your hotel and restaurant choices can be a matter-of-face chore…or they can provide rich opportunities to connect with locals and their culture.
Health & Hygiene: Take comfort: Doctors, hospitals, launderettes, and bathrooms aren’t that different. Dealing with them can even be part of the fun of travel.
Sightseeing & Activities: Once you're on the ground, the real fun begins…but it pays to have a thoughtful plan. Our experts will help you get oriented to your surroundings, use your sightseeing hours wisely, and find your way off the beaten path.
Things to see & do:
Nepal Tea Harvest Season- Nepal may not be the most famous tea producer, but the taste of this country's tea is unique and fresh. late March–early November
Trekking Season- Trekking in Nepal is one of lifetime adventures, since the Himalayan mountains are the highest in the world, and nature is unique. There are about three major treks in Nepal, including the Langtang region, Solu Khumbu region and Annapurna region. Out of these three Annapurna is considered to be the most accessible and boasts the widest variety of species
The wildlife- Trip to Chitwan National Park will change that. With wild elephants, leopards, tigers, rhinos and bears, a jungle tour should not be missed.
Observing Everest from the Gokyo Lakes-Nepal's largest glaciers with pristine turquoise water are a perfect spot to observe snowy mountains.
Holi Festival-A Hindu festival celebrated with lots of colours and picturesque traditions. During the first-day people put up a decorated pole and keep it burning all night. This symbolises the burning of the old year. Second-day special bonfires are lit to symbolize the death of demon Holika. Third day, is typically most colourful. During this day, people get together and throw everything colourful at each other.
Safari at Chitwan National Park-Take a safari trip at Chitwan National Park to get a chance of seeing rhinos, tigers, and, of course, mighty elephants
Red Machhendranath-One of the biggest events, that are socially important for Nepalese, features a huge decorated chariot moved around the city of Patan.
Honey Hunting Season-One of the unique activities in Nepal is gathering honey from the wild bees' nests. Men are climbing high cliffs to get to the nests and harvest the honey
Paragliding over the Pokhara Landscapes-It might be one of the most dangerous activities, but the unique view that you get is totally worth it
Losar-Also known as Tibetan New Year, Lhosar is celebrated by all Tibetan-speaking populations in a very colourful way
Boating with a View-Boating on Phewa Lake or further situated Rara and Phoksundo lakes is one of the top experiences in the winter period .
Mustard Fields in Bloom-Mustard is a vital plant for almost all Asian countries. In Nepal its yellow bloom covers many fields, making it a top destination for beauty seekers.
Sel Roti-Synonymous to great festivities, this delicacy is the real taste of Nepal.
Tihar-Also known as Swanti or Diwali, the festival lasts for three days and includes different events dedicated to animals and family members.
White Water Rafting and Kayaking Season-Although rafting and kayaking during the monsoon season might sound exciting, only a few rivers are accessible. Therefore, try to make sure you are travelling outside the notorious season.
Chhath Festival-Originally Indian, the festival honours the god of sun. It is celebrated only in Terai region of Nepal.
Janai Purnima-One of the biggest days for higher class Hindus. During the event, the pilgrims bathe in the sacred water and change the threads on their hands.
Dashain Festival-One of the most important festivals in Nepal, Dashain is all about community building, worshipping and, of course, a marvelous tradition.! However, it is also a major source worry for animal protection groups.
Gai Jatra Festival-The festival to commemorate the deaths of people throughout the year, is a picturesque one and unique to Kathmandu Valley and its Newar and Tharu communities.
Dumji Festival-Celebrated by the Sherpa community in Namche Bazar, the festival celebrates the birth of Guru Rinpoche on a lotus flower. It is a colourful and spectacular event, organized by one family from the village.
Swasthani-Worshipers of Swasthani and Shiva take a huge massive bath together, which is believed to make miracles.
Gathia Mangal-A Newar festival that celebrates the expulsion of the demons from the country.
Canyoning at its Best-Canyoning is a unique way to experience Nepal's lush nature while participating in one of the most exciting activities ever
Yomari for Yomari Punhi-A special delicacy for Newari Yomari Punhi celebration.