Foreigner
who intends to visit Nepal must hold valid passport (with at least 6
months validity from the expected date of arrival in Nepal) or any
travel document equivalent to passport issued by their respective
government.
No foreigner is entitled to enter into and stay in Nepal without valid visa.
Tourist
entry visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy/ Consulate or Mission
offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices/points in Nepal:
1. Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
2. Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
3. Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
4. Kodari, Sindhupalchowk, (Northern Border)
5. Kerung (Northern border)
6. Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
7. Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
8. Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
9. Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Visa Facility Duration Fee
Multiple entry 15 days US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
1.
Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US$ 45 or equivalent
convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$
3 per day.
2. Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).
3. In the case of delay less than 150 days additional US$ 5 per day as late fine.
Transit
Visa for one day can be obtained from Nepals immigration offices at
the entry points upon the production of departure flight ticket via
Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, by paying US$5 or equivalent
convertible currency.
Before you start the visa process, please be sure to have following documents with you:
1. First Step
Fill in Arrival Card on your arrival at the airport/immigration points
A completed Online Tourist Visa form
2. Second Step
Make payment at the bank according to your visa requirement ( 15/30/90
Days) and get receipt. You are advised to carry some cash for making the
payment (Cash could be in US Dollars or equivalent convertible
currency)
3. Third Step
Hand in your form at Immigration Desk along with your receipt and passport
Gratis Visa is issued free of cost for following foreign applicants:
a. Children below 10 years from SAARC region
Children who are below 10 years and from SAARC region (except
Afghanistan) are offered free visa for up to 30 days provided they are
visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa Year. Afghan citizen
are eligible for Gratis Visa on-arrival only upon the recommendation of
Department of Immigration.
b. Non Residential Nepalese(NRN) card holder ( issued by MoFA /Nepalese diplomatic missions abroad)
c. Chinese Nationals
Chinese nationals can get free visas from the Nepal Embassy in Beijing,
and the Nepal Consulate Office in Lhasa, Shanghai and Hong Kong.
Chinese citizens can also get free on-arrival visa at Tribhuvan
International Airport as well as at all the immigration points.
Nationals
from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia,
Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan do not get On-arrival visa at
the immigration entry points of Nepal. They will need to obtain visa
from Nepal embassies or Diplomatic mission from their respective
countries.
(For further information, please look at the following link: https://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa )
Nepal basically has four seasons: Spring (March-May), Summer (June-August), Autumn (September-November) and Winter (December-February).
However, owing to its varied geography, weather conditions of Nepal vary from one place to another. The higher you give up north, it tends to be cooler whereas the deeper the south you go the hotter it is comparatively.
In the hilly and Himalayan regions, summers are cool and balmy and winters are severe, while in tropical plains of the Terai in the south, summers are tropical and winters are mild. The temperatures in the valleys of Kathmandu and Pokhara tend to be pleasant with average summer and winter temperatures.
The temperature ranges from below zero to 25 degrees in the Hills and Himalayas where as it can reach up to 35 degrees in flat lands of Terai.
The monsoon rain fall occurs during the summer. The average annual rainfall is 1,600 mm, but it varies by eco-climatic zones. Travelling in Nepal is possible throughout the year.
There are multitudes of trekking areas you can visit in Nepal throughout the year. Nevertheless, the best time to do trekking are during spring and autumn. These are also the seasons when many of the biggest festivals of Nepal are observed.
There is no scarcity of electricity in Nepal as before. Nepal is now a load shedding-free country. Almost all the cities and villages in Nepal have 24 hours electricity. Nepal is investing more on developing micro and mega hydropower along with tourism and agriculture. Alternative energies such as solar, geothermal, wind, biogas are also being developed on a national scale in many municipalities.
Nowadays, strikes and bandhs rarely occur in Nepal. There is a stable government in Nepal following the 2017 election. The present government has focused on prosperity, peace and development. Tourism, Infrastructure development, agriculture and hydropower are the main priorities of the government.
Flood and landslides occur occasionally, especially during monsoon or rainy season (June, July, August). Because of the hilly terrain, Nepal is prone to such landslides and floods on a regular basis.
Trekking means to journey on foot, especially to hike through mountain areas or walk in the countryside for pleasure or sport. Perhaps among the various kinds of activities that you can enjoy during your visit to a country like Nepal which is blessed with varied bio geographic regions.
Trekking involves walking on an average of 5 to 7 hours per day covering about 9 to 14 kilometers. The trekking route passes through forest, high passes, valleys, meadows, rice fields, idyllic hamlets with the backdrop of the magnificent Himalayan range, glaciers, snow fed rivers and lakes depending on the region you trek.
During a trek you can either stay in simple lodges or homes of local people, or camp for the night. Trekkers can either choose virgin tracks or beaten trails to reach their desired trekking destination.
Some people confuse trekking with climbing but trekking does not involve mountain climbing, it only involves walking on trails. Trekking is a healthy activity though it does have certain amount of caution is required to avoid accidents. If you are physically fit trekking will not be difficult for you. No prior climbing training is required for trekking but you need to have love of walking to enjoy trekking.
Hiking is an outdoor activity of walking in natural environments often on pre charted paths called hiking trails, while trekking is a long journey on non-designated paths which could last several days and could be demanding. Trekking usually takes places in the area of great natural beauty, usually in the mountain areas without any means of transport. It is more intense than hiking.
Hiking is an initial part of trekking and relatively easier than trekking, which still involves going uphill and downhill on rural hilly areas below 3000 meters. Hiking in Nepal still offer a glimpse of high mountains views, while trekking takes you through the low land village to high Mountain pass up to almost 5,600 meters.
There are various permits such as
trekking permits, national park permits, conservation area permits
required for trekkers and tourists.
TIMs is
an abbreviation of ‘Trekkers’ Information Management Systems’. TIMs is
kind of a permit card issued by Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal
(TAAN) and Nepal Tourism Board. TIMs is mandatory for entering all
normal trekking areas in Nepal.
In the TIMS Card, you will have
to fill in information about the dates of your trip, the itinerary, and a
contact number. These data will be inserted in the visitors’ database,
where they can be accessed for park management purposes or for rescue
missions in case of accidents and/or natural calamities.
Trekkers
and tourists can avail the card at specific counters designated by TAAN
and NTB including their own head offices in Kathmandu.
(a) Individual (Green coloured) TIMS
Free
Individual Trekker (FIT) or Single trekkers who are planning to trek
without the help of assistants (guides or porters) are required to
obtain Green TIMS card. Green TIMS card can be obtained by paying Nepali
currency equivalent to US$20 per person. The form can be filled out by
the trekkers themselves by visiting the nearest TIMS Center. Such FIT
trekkers will have to take full responsibility of the possible risks
while trekking.
(b) Group (Blue coloured) TIMS
Blue
TIMS card is for those trekkers who are travelling in groups
accompanied by assistants (guides and/or porters). Such groups of
trekkers will be taking the service of government-authorized trekking
agencies. The trekking agencies will help the groups to obtain Blue TIMS
card by paying Nepali currency equivalent of US$20 per person.
Please note: Citizens of SAARC countries will have to pay NRs. 200. Nepali currency equivalent of US$ 10 per person
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There
are many remote and cultural and naturally sensitive areas in Nepal
which are not fully opened for tourism. The government of Nepal has
designated certain areas as ‘Restricted or Controlled Area’ to preserve
the unique culture and nature of the area from the negative impact of
mass tourism.
Dolpa, Taplejung, Upper Mustaing, Manaslu, Gauri
Shankar, Humla, Rasuwa and Sankhuwasabha are some of the Restricted
areas in Nepal.
‘Restricted or Controlled Area’ in trekking
parlance means those areas where limited number of trekkers is allowed
every year. Anyone who wishes to trek in Restricted or Controlled Area
will have to travel in groups of at least two people and only after
paying certain royalties to the government.
Such trips are
usually organized by government registered trekking companies. As said
before, the group size should comprise a minimum of two members. In
additions, while trekking in such areas will require trekkers to be
accompanied by guides and porters.
Please find below a list of Restricted/Controlled Areas and the corresponding fees required to obtain Trekking permit:
S.No. | District/Areas | Season | Permit Fees |
1. | Lower Dolpa Upper Dolpa | Throughout the year | US$10 per person per week. US$500 per person for first 10 days and afterwards US$50 per person per day. |
2. | Kanchenjunga Region (Olangchungola, Lelep, Papung & Yamphudin) | Throughout the year | US$10 per person per week or equivalent convertible foreign currency |
3. | Upper Mustang | Throughout the year | US$500 per person for first 10 days and afterwards US$50 per person per day |
4. | Manaslu | Sep-Nov Dec-Aug | US$70 per person for first 7 days and afterwards US$10 per person per day US$50 per person for first 7 days and afterwards US$7 per person per day |
5. | Chhekampar & Chunchet | Sep-Nov Dec-Aug | US$35 per person for first 8 days US$25 per person for first 8 days |
6. | Dolakha District (Gauri Shankar & Lamabagar) | US$10 per person per week and afterwards US$7 per person per day | |
7. | Humla District (Simikot, Yari, Limi, Muchu, Darma) | US$50 per person for first 7 days and afterwards US$10 per person per week | |
8. | Rasuwa District (Thuman & Timure) and Sankhuwasabha District (Kimathanka, Chepuwa, Hatiya & Pewakhola) | US$10 per person per week for first 4 weeks and afterwards US$20 per person per week |
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Nepal
has a total of 10 national parks, 3 wildlife reserves, 6 conservation
areas and 1 hunting reserve. To enter into these protected areas,
tourists/trekkers will be required to obtain government permit.
National Parks / Wildlife Reserves / Conservation Areas | SAARC Per person per entry (in NRs.) | Foreigners Per person per entry (in NRs.) | Child Discount Per person per entry (in NRs.) |
Chitwan National Park | 750 | 1500 | Below 10 yrs free |
Langtang National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Everest National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Bardiya National Park | 500 | 1000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Rara National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Shivapuri National Park | 500 | 500 | Below 10 yrs free |
Shey-Phosundo National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Makalu-Barun National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Khaptad National Park | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve | 500 | 1000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Parsa Widlife Reserve | 500 | 1000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Sukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve | 500 | 1000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve | 1500 | 3000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Annapurna Conservation Area | 200 | 2000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area | 200 | 2000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Manaslu Conservation Area | 200 | 2000 | Below 10 yrs free |
Gaurishankar Conservation Area | 200 | 2000 | Below 10 yrs free |
The Filming (Documentary) fee in all Protected Areas of Nepal are as follows:
SAARC nationals: NRs. 25,000
Other foreign nationals: US $1,000 ( or Equivalent Nepali Rupees)
One liaison officer will be sent with each filming (documentary) team.
# Note: Prices are subject to change without any prior notice.
Trekking peaks are regulated by Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) in Nepal. Anyone wishing to climb trekking peaks will first have to obtain trekking permit issued by NMA. We are a member of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). We can arrange all the necessary permits for you beforehand.
S.N | Name of the peak | Region | Height | Permit Fee (In US dollars)
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1 | Cholatse | Khumbu | 6423m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
2 | Kyazo Ri | Mahalangur | 6151m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
3 | Phari Lapcha | Mahalangur | 6159m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
4 | Nirekha | Mahalangur | 6169m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
5 | Langsisa Ri | Jugal | 6412m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
6 | Obmigaichen | Mahalangur | 6340m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
7 | Bokta | Kanchenjunga | 6114m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
8 | Chekigo | Gaurishankar | 6121m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
9 | Lobuje | West Khumbu | 6135m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
10 | Larkya Peak | Manaslu | 6416m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
11 | ABI | Mahalangur | 6043m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
12 | Yubra Himal | Langtang Himal | 6048m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 |
S.N | Name of the peak | Region | Height | Permit Fee (In US dollars)
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1 | Hiunchuli | Annapurna Himal | 6423m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
2 | Singhu Chuli (Fluted Peak) | Annapurna Himal | 6501m | 400 | 200 | 100 | 100 | ||||
3 | Mera Peak | Khumbu Himal | 6470m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
4 | Kusum Kangru | Khumbu Himal | 6360m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
5 | Kwangde | Khumbu Himal | 6011m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
6 | Chulu West | Manang | 6419m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
7 | Chulu East | Manang | 6584m | 400 | 200 | 100 | 100 | ||||
8 | Imja Tse(Island Peak) | Khumbu Himal | 6160m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
9 | Pharchamo | Rolwaling Himal | 6187m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
10 | Lobuje | Khumbu Himal | 6119m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
11 | Ramdung | Rolwaling Himal | 5925m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
12 | Pisang Peak | Manang | 6091m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
13 | Khongma Tse | Khumbu Himal | 5849m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
14 | Ganja-la Chuli | Langtang Himal | 5844m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 | ||||
15 | Paldor Peak | Langtang Himal | 5896m | 250 | 125 | 70 | 70 |
Nepal is world renowned as the land of Himalayas. Out of fourteen 8000m above peaks in the world, eight of them including the highest peak in the world, Mt. Everest, is in Nepal. Nowhere else on earth can one find such a concentration of high snow peaks than Nepal. These highest peaks provide the greatest opportunity for climbing expeditions on earth. We organize mountaineering expeditions to all the major peaks in Nepal with years of expertise in arranging permits, guides and all other logistics for the mountaineers. Following are the major peaks we organizing expeditions for.
Name of the Peak | Location | Trip Type | Duration | Elevation | Grade |
Mt. Amadablam | Khumbu Region | Camping | 30 Days | 6856m. | Challenging |
Mt. Amadablam with Island Peak | Khumbu Region | Camping | 35 Days | 6856m. | Challenging |
Mt. Everest Khumbu | Khumbu Region | Camping | 60 Days | 8848m. | Challenging |
Mt. Pumori | Khumbu Region | Camping | 35 Days | 7525m. | Challenging |
Mt. Nuptse | Khumbu Region | Camping | 54 Days | 7855m. | Challenging |
Mt. Lhotse | Khumbu Region | Camping | 55 Days | 8516m. | Challenging |
Mt. Baruntse | Khumbu Region | Camping | 39 Days | 7129m. | Challenging |
Mt. Dhaulagiri I | Annapurna Region | Camping | 60 days | 8167m. | Challenging |
Mt. Annapurna IV | Annapurna Region | Camping | 43 Days | 7525m. | Challenging |
Mt. Annapurna I | Annapurna Region | Camping | 40 Days | 8091m. | Challenging |
Mt. Tilicho Peak | Annapurna Region | Camping | 40 Days | 7135m. | Challenging |
Mt. Manaslu | Manaslu Region | Camping | 68 Days | 8163m. | Challenging |
Mt. Makalu I | Everest Region | Camping | 69 Days | 8463m. | Challenging |
Mt. Thapa Peak | Dhaulagiri Region | Camping | 22 Days | 6015m. | Challenging |
Climbers who are interested in climbing mountains above 7000m, called expedition peaks, should get permits directly from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation. We can arrange all the necessary permits for you.
How much fee (royalties) do I have to pay for expedition on mountains over 7000m including Mt. Everest?
Royalty for Foreign Climber per Person in US Dollar
S.N. | Mountain | Spring Season | Autumn Season | Winter/Summer |
1. | Everest Normal Route | 11000 | 5500 | 2750 |
2. | Everest Other Route | 10000 | 5000 | 2500 |
3. | Others Mountain more than 8000 m. | 1800 | 900 | 450 |
4. | 7501m.-7999m. | 600 | 300 | 150 |
5. | 7000m. – 7500m. | 500 | 250 | 125 |
6. | 6501m – 6999m. | 400 | 200 | 100 |
8. | Mt. Amadablam (6812M) | 400 | 400 | 200 |
9. | Less than 6500m. | 250 | 125 | 70 |
Name of the Peak | Location | Trip Type | Duration | Elevation | Grade |
Mt Cholatse Peak | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 18 Days | 6440m. | Challenging |
Mt. Labuche West | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 22 Days | 6145m. | Challenging |
Mt. Kyazo Ri | Mahalangur | Camping | 27 Days | 6186m. | Challenging |
Mt. Phari Lapcha | Mahalangur | Camping | 19 Days | 6017m. | Challenging |
Mt. Nirekha | Mahalangur | Camping | 25 Days | 6159m. | Challenging |
Mt. Ombigaichen Peak | Mahalangur | Camping | 16 Days | 6340m. | Challenging |
Mt. Abi Peak | Mahalangur | Camping | 24 Days | 6097m. | Challenging |
Mt. Langsisa Ri | Jugal | Camping | 20 days | 6427m. | Challenging |
Mt. Bokta | Kanchenjunga | Camping | 30 Days | 6143m. | Challenging |
Mt. Chekigo | Gaurishankar | Camping | 24 Days | 6257m. | Challenging |
Mt. Larkya Peak | Manaslu | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 15 Days | 6010m. | Challenging |
Mt. Yubra Himal | Langtang | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 14 Days | 6035m. | Challenging |
Name of the Peak | Location | Trip Type | Duration | Elevation | Grade |
Mt. Hiuchuli | Annapurna Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 21 Days | 6441m. | Challenging |
Mt. Singu Chuli (Fluted Peak) | Annapurna Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 23 Days | 6501m. | Challenging |
Mt Mera Peak | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 25 Days | 6654m. | Challenging |
Mt. Kusum Kangru | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 26 Days | 6367m. | Challenging |
Mt. Kongde Ri | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 18 Days | 6011m. | Challenging |
Mt. Imja Tse (Island Peak) | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 16 Days | 6160m. | Challenging |
Mt. Lobuche East Peak | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 18 Days | 6119m. | Challenging |
Mt. Khongmo Tse (Mehra Peak) | Khumbu Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 17 Days | 5849m. | Challenging |
Mt. Chulu West | Manang District, Gandaki | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 24 Days | 6419m. | Challenging |
Mt. Chulu East | Manang District, Gandaki | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 21 Days | 6584m. | Challenging |
Mt. Pisang Peak | Manang District, Gandaki | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 28 Days | 6091m. | Challenging |
Mt. Pharchamo | Rolwaling Himal | Camping | 21 Days | 6187m. | Challenging |
Mt. Ramdung GO | Rolwaling Himal | Camping | 24 Days | 5925m. | Challenging |
Mt. Ganjala Chuli (Naya Kang) | Langtang Himal | Lodge (teahouse)/Camping | 14 Days | 5844m. | Challenging |
Mt. Paldor Peak | Ganesh Himal | Camping | 17 Days | 5996m. | Challenging |
Aspirin, Moleskin and blister kits, Diamox, Imodium for diarrhea, Knee support, Band- Aids for minor cuts and burns, Feminine hygiene materials, Insect repellant with DEET are some of the important items you need to include.
Below is a list of mountaineering equipment you will require for your climbing adventure.
High Altitude Sickness or HAS is a mountain illness that occurs to trekkers and traveller due to acute exposure to low pressure of oxygen while trekking or hiking in high altitude Himalayas. The main causes of HAS are less availability of oxygen at high altitude, dehydration, and rapid ascent.
Following primary symptoms are visible in an affected person:
High Altitude Sickness or HAS is a mountain illness that occurs to
trekkers and traveller due to acute exposure to low pressure of oxygen
while trekking
There are many trails that are popular for trekking in Nepal. Everest region, Annapurna region and Lantang region are well-known areas which offer more than two dozen trekking routes. Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit, Lantang Valley, Ghorepani Poon Hill and Jomsom Muktinath are the most famous trekking trails in Nepal. Besides these, there are many wilderness trails waiting for tourists to explore.
There are mainly 5 types of trekking based upon the possible trekking arrangements.
Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition arranges customized trekking packages as per the clients' budget, interest and time-frame. In certain remote areas where lodges are unavailable camping is the only alternative. We provide the following services for the full board camping trek.
Such treks are arranged where ever lodges are available. As compared to camping trek lodge based trek is economical as it requires less supporters and equipments. Lodge based treks are possible in the popular trekking regions of Nepal like Everest, Annapurna and Langtang. We arrange the following services for the lodge based trek.
For those clients who wish to experience the rural life of Nepal we can make arrangements of home stay at villages. Such treks give you an opportunity to share meals and life style of the rural family. We offer the following arrangements for home stay full board based trek:
We can also make arrangements for those clients who only require services of guides and porters since such clients wish to trek in their own expenses and therefore do not require full board trekking arrangements. As per the clients requirements we can make the following arrangements
To those clients who do not require full board trekking arrangements but need only certain arrangements for the trekking excluding boarding and lodging, we can provide the following arrangements:
The second most popular time of the year for trekking and climbing in Nepal is from late February through April. Spring is a colorful season, different varieties of wild flowers specially the rhododendrons. The temperature is mildly warm at lower elevations and the temperature is moderate above 4000m and the mountain views are excellent. Holi and Shivaratri festivals are also celebrated during this season.
Travel in Nepal during summer months are wet and warm. It is not recommended for trekking and climbing except in the rain shadow regions like Langtang, Dolopa and Upper Mustang. In the higher valleys, meadows blossom with flowers and lush vegetation. It is fine to travel to Tibet, Sikkim, Ladakh (India) and Bhutan during monsoon.
Autumn is one of the best seasons to travel to Nepal. It starts from early September to early December, generally during autumn; the weather is clear with mild to warm days and cold nights. In this season, the mountain views are astonishingly clear. Also, during autumn there are all kinds of tourist activities. It is the best season for trekking and climbing, flowers blooming and Nepal is lush with an abundant green.
The main festivals in Nepal, Dashain and Tihar (Deepawali) are celebrated in autumn. It is the best time to experience your travel in Nepal with cultural, history, nature and wildlife.
Winter season in Nepal starts from late December and continue to till March. The cold season is best for sightseeing and cultural tour in Nepal. Jungle safari, bird watching, city sightseeing tours, and mountain biking are the popular activities in winter. Due to the frozen of snow, the mountain rivers are low volume water, so rafting during this season is popular one.
Trekking in the lowland of Nepal are possible but in the mountain heavy snowfall might be the problem for trekking.
A trekking trip can be of any length depending upon the trekking area you choose. Popular short treks are available around the Kathmandu and Pokhara valleys, which can be complete in one, two or three days while longer treks last from a week to a month. It is even possible to combine a series of popular treks together and peak climbing for months on end.
Easy Treks involve up to 6 hours of walking a day on good trails with plenty of time for sightseeing. Altitudes generally do not exceed 3500 meters. Anyone who enjoys regular exercise and is in god physical condition should easily cope with these treks.
Moderate Treks involve walking for 6 to 8 hours a day in more remote country, reaching altitudes of approximately 4500 meters. A reasonable level of fitness is required as you are required to follow routes that ascend and descend. A hill walking background is advisable.
Strenuous Treks are harder, suitable for regular hill walkers as they are generally more demanding and may involve 7 or 8-hour days with altitudes up to 5500 meters. You should be physically fit and appropriate preparation is imperative. Some days may involve crossing a pass with up to 10 hours walking.
Group sizes are kept small, to reduce the impact on the environment and to enable us to provide a more personal service. The maximum group size on most of our treks/tours is 12 and the minimum group size is 2.
Please remember that occasionally bad weather, altitude and unfamiliar cultures can make extra demands. A sense of humor and determination are important attributes on any adventure holiday and on a trekking holiday it is important to enjoy walking. In order to help you in selecting a trek we have given each trek a grade, although this is only a simple guide. If you need help in deciding which trek is suitable, please call or send an email to us, we will be pleased to advise you further.
Nepal offers plenty of opportunities for treks lasting a day or less, though most are considerably longer. Around Pokhara or the Kathmandu Valley you can complete the trek within two, three or four days but for the very popular Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit treks you have to allow three weeks.
Everest Region | Annapurna Region | Langtang Region | Kanchenjunga Region |
Manalu Region | Dolpo Region | Ganesh Himal Region | Makalu Region |
Mustang Region | Tsum Valley Region | Other Regions |