Things to know before Travelling Nepal

Nepal, a country blessed by the natural beauty of high mountain range known as the Himalayas, where the world's 8th highest 8,000 meters peaks exist to name a few, Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna, with an array of lesser peaks. Nepal Travel information we have based on various visiting destinations of immense interest where travelers can enjoy the local impressive culture and colorful customs in the backdrop of the high Himalayan Mountains, probably the only country in this planet where two great religions, Hinduism and Buddhism, blend in perfect harmony.

Nepal is also one of the world’s richest countries in terms of biodiversity due to its unique geographical location and varied altitude, which makes dramatic changes in climate from one place to another. As the height of Nepal ranges from 60 m above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 m, within 150 km distance, that results in climatic changes from warm sub-tropical to cooler alpine to freezing arctic zone. Nepal a country that occupies only 0.03% of the earth which is home to 02 % of all the flowering plants in the world; 08 % of the world’s population of birds (more than 857 species); 04 % of mammals on earth; 11 of the world’s 15 families of butterflies (more than 500 species); 600 indigenous plant families with 319 species of exotic orchids.

Nepal, with an area of 147,181 sq. km, is situated between the great giant countries of China in the north and India in the south, where the capital and commercial hub in Kathmandu. Nepal, with a Population of more than 23 million, and the main national language is
Nepali, where most travel-trade people can understand and speak English to communicate with foreign travelers. After centuries of the monarchy, Nepal is now a Republic country with Multi-Party Democracy, after the royal family was diminished in the past decades, a country where travelers can visit in all months of the year.

Nepal has four main seasons: spring, summer: June to August, autumn: September-November, winter: December-February. An interesting country to visit where the People of Nepal have more than 60 ethnic groups and 70  native spoken languages, which makes the country interesting with a varied different culture from place to another. Nepal Travel Information provides you with varied holiday destinations as per your interest and time duration in Nepal, where you can take a cultural and historical sightseeing tour for a few days to a week.

TREKKING IN HIMALAYA REGION

For adventurous and interested people can join for trekking from less than a week to more facing ever present views of Himalayan peaks and feel the fresh cool mountain air in the comfort of nice lodge and resorts.

Everest Region

Nepal offers various and wide destinations from the Everest region, with a trek to its base camp where trekkers can choose from moderate to adventurous walks. Everest base camp trek of 12-14 days, Everest Panorama of 7/8 days, Gokyo Lake trekking from 10 to 12 days, Gokyo to Everest base camp via Cho la pass trek of 14 / 15 days.

From Jiri Classic trekking to Everest base camp, 17-18 days, or for adventurous people, can join for Everest Three High Passes of 16-17 days treks. Includes both ways flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and back only on a few treks to Everest, where a long overland drive involves.

One of the most popular trekking and adventure destinations in Himalaya and probably in the world, where one can trek to following places Poon Hill trek of less than a week, Annapurna base camp of 7-8 days, Around Annapurna 14-15 days with more varied areas from popular route to hidden areas of Annapurna.

Other Trekking Region

Nepal Himalaya offers Langtang valley trek of 7-8 days, Langtang with Gosainkund 13-14 days, Helambu trek of a week, Tamang Heritage Trail of 7-8 days, extends to Manaslu and Tsum valley trekking. For remote corners of Nepal Himalaya where people can choose Makalu and Kanchenjunga base camp of more than three weeks or visit the far isolated country of Dhaulagiri, Upper Mustang, Upper or Lower Dolpo.

Nepal Travel Information on Trekking

Where all trekkers require TIMS permits (Trekking Information Management Systems) includes National Park and Conservation Area permits fees, all trekking for safe and enjoyable walk must join with reputed Trekking Agency with proper Government License Guide and porters to carry your heavier baggage.

Nepal Travel Information for other interesting places to visit

Besides trekking, where people can visit for various interesting destinations like a few overnights enjoying Jungle and Wildlife Safari at famous Chitwan National Park or Bardiya National Park and Kosi Tappu Wildlife. All national parks offer enjoyable activities from elephant safari to nature and jungle walks on the lookout for rare and endangered Royal Bengal Tiger, One Horned Rhinoceros, four types of deer, wild boar, pangolin, reptiles from snakes to giant crocodiles (Marsh Mugger and Gharial) with many species of exotic birdlife all in the comfort of nice jungle lodge and resorts.

Adventure Sports, and other exciting activities to enjoy for a day or more

Adventure sports include Bungee Jumping, Para Gliding, Sky Diving, Zip-Flyer, Ultra Light Flights, and Mountain flights with the view of Everest. Rafting Himalayan Rivers is another great water sport to enjoy paddling over exciting rapids and bouncy waves, or take a mountain bike ride , cycling from a day to a week, the best ways to observe Nepalese rural farm life and lovely interesting cultures.

Nepal Travel Information, transportation services:
While in Nepal, the only means of traveling is taking an overland journey either in private cars, jeeps, coaches, and buses or local transportation. Another fastest and scenic way is taking swift and smooth flights to the areas of your interest.

Nepal Travel Information on Visa & Passport Condition

All travelers require a valid passport with at least six months' validity from the return date, for an entry visa for Nepal can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport.  The costs of Nepalese visas with a fee of US$ 20 or equivalent foreign currencies for the first-week duration, where one can extend for more, and the fees can change as per the Nepal Government rules and regulations.

Health & Fitness

All Tours and Trekking require a sound health and level of fitness before signing and booking to your choice of local companies, the client should always check with their local Doctor or Physician regarding their health and fitness before the trip departs to the Himalayan destinations. It’s solely the client’s responsibility to inform Mountain Trails Treks & Adventure of any pre-existing medical condition or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your required medical attention, which may affect your capability to travel on the trips booked with the agents of Nepal.