Overview
Detailed Itinerary
Cost Info
Trip info

DURATION: 16 Days

GRADE: Moderate

COUNTRY: Nepal

ARRIVAL: Kathmandu

GROUP SIZE: 2 - 16

MAX ALTITUDE: 4750m

MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Highlights

Explore the amazing mountain life and ethnic culture of the local people.
Magnificent views of the Ganesh Himal mountain range.
Scenic drive to Syabru Besi.
Walk along the unspoiled trials and witness purest form of Nature.

Overview

Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is one of the most amazing treks in Nepal. Ganesh Himal is a sub range of Himalayas located in the north central Nepal and some parts bordering with Tibet. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek takes you to one of the most isolated trekking areas of Nepal. The Ganesh Himal was named after the elephant headed god ‘Ganesh’ symbolizing deity and good fortune. The south face of the mountain slightly resembles an elephant with a ridge that is reminiscent of an elephant’s trunk.

Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is a chance to experience the beauty of nature sleeping in the tents below the sky. This trek is something that gives you the most memorable moment of lifetime. The first ascent of Ganesh Himal was done by famous guide Raymond Lambert, Pierre Vittoz, Eric Gauchar, and French Mme. Claude Kogan. The trek goes through another route that lies just west to the Langtang National Park but is equally rewarding like other treks in the Langtang Region. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek trek goes through numbers of stunning attractions along the way like terraced hills, lush green forests, diverse topography and also experiencing rich Tamang culture and traditions. Since it is one of the less travelled trekking destinations, one can enjoy the isolated trials and pristine beauty of Langtang Region. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is a package of nature, adventure, culture and beauty. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek gives you heavenly pleasure of trekking along with experiencing rich Tamang cultures.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Beshi (1503m/4945Ft.) – 7 / 8 hrs drive

Day 03: Syabru Beshi to Gatlang (2337m/7690ft.) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

Day 04: Gatlang to Somdang (3271m/10760Ft) – 6 / 7 hrs walk

Day 05: Somdang to Pangsang Pass (La) (3842m/ 12640Ft) – 3 / 4 hrs walk

Day 06: Pangsang Pass to Shertung (1875m/ 6188Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

Day 07: Chalise to Hindung (2220m /7425Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

Day 08: Hindung to Rajgang Kharka – 5 / 6 hrs walk

Day 09: Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake) Ganesh Himal Base camp – 6 / 7 hrs walk

Day 10: Rest day at the Base Camp

Day 11: Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka – 6 / 7 hrs walk

Day 12: Rajgang Kharka to Chalise (2000 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk

Day 13: Chalise to Jharlang – 7 / 8 hrs walk

Day 14: Jharlang to Darkha – 7 / 8 hrs walk

Day 15: Darkha to Khahare Bazaar – 7 / 8 hrs walk

Day 16: Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu by bus /private vehicle – 7 / 8 hrs drive

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

After arriving in Kathmandu representative of Nepal Trekking Trial associate with Actual Himalayan Group will be waiting to welcome you with your name card. They will pick you up in our private vehicle and transfer you to the Hotel. We will also provide you welcome dinner at evening. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Beshi (1503m/4945Ft.) – 7 / 8 hrs drive

Today after having breakfast we will drive to Syabru Besi from Kathmandu. On the way we can have the beautiful views of the mountain and rice terrains. We will reach to Syabrubesi in about 8-9 hours after driving 117km long distance from Kathmandu. The village is mostly inhabited by Tamang people. Overnight in Syabru Besi.

Day 03: Syabru Beshi to Gatlang (2337m/7690ft.) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

On the third day of Ganesh Himal Camping Trek we will trek to Gatlang village. The trek begins with a zigzag trial that takes us to the west up to Bahun Danda Pass. From here following a downhill trial we will trek to the village of Gatlang. Gatlang is a Tamang village which is set high among the terraced fields on a hillside. You can see the beautiful unique customs and traditions of the Tamang people. There is a lake above the village named Parvati Kunda where thousands of pilgrims visit this lake and nearby temple during the festival of Janai Purnima. You can also visit Tamang Monastery at Galtang village. Overnight at Gatlang village.

Day 04: Gatlang to Somdang (3271m/10760Ft) – 6 / 7 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Gatlang village and start our today’s trek. The trek begins walking on a wide graveled road and then ascends through forests full of rhododendron and pine trees. We will pass by the Yuri Kharka village and then continue the trial to Khurpu Bhanjyang and descend to Somdang River which is a border between Rasuwa and Dhading District. On today’s trial you can enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains like Langtang Himal ranges, Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak and many more. The trial passes through some small settlements of Tamang people and we will reach to Somdang Village. Somdang is also a Tamang village; here you can have a close observation of culture and lifestyle of Tamang people. Overnight at Somdang Village.

Day 05: Somdang to Pangsang Pass (La) (3842m/ 12640Ft) – 3 / 4 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Somdang and then continue today’s trial. After leaving Somdang village, we will walk uphill and pass through a beautiful jungle and surrounding landscapes. The trek provides beautiful pictures of Langtang mountain ranges. The trial traverses through ancient trading route Pangsang La Pass. The pass provides wonderful views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal Ranges and Manaslu ranges. Today we will have overnight at Pangsang La Pass at our own tent. Overnight at tent.

Day 06: Pangsang Pass to Shertung (1875m/ 6188Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

We will have our early morning breakfast and begin our today’s trek. Today we will trek to Shertung village. The trial descends to Tipling village which is a large village. The village has two Buddhist Gompa and a Protestant and Catholic Church. You can see small houses made up of wood, stones and tin roofs. We will then pass through waterfalls and forests blanketed with bamboo and rhododendron trees. You will also get to see the cultural dances of the Tamang people. The people here have unique way of welcoming the guests. We will reach to Shertung by crossing Adha Khola Bridge. The name of the village means the ‘Place of Gold’. It is said that two brothers were directed here by their dream in search of gold and thus the village was formed after. Overnight at Shertung Chalise Village.

Day 07: Chalise to Hindung (2220m /7425Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Shertung Chalise Village and then start today’s trek. We will start the trek following a downhill trial that goes up to Menchet Khola. On our trial today we will pass by a Temple ‘Tin Kanya’ beautiful waterfalls and villages. After walking for an hour from Khar Khola we will trek to Pansabar Danda. The ridge gives a view of Tribeni River which is a holy river for both Hindus and Buddhist pilgrims. After walking through the edge of hill and dense jungle and passing by several small and big villages we will reach to Hindung. Hindung is big village inhabited by Tamang people. you can explore the lifestyle of Tamang people in this village. Overnight at Hindung.

Day 08: Hindung to Rajgang Kharka – 5 / 6 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Hingdung and start our trek. The trek begins with ascending to Rajgang Kharka walking through rare terraces on the way. The trial today is an easy trial. On our trek we will pass through rhododendron and some local vegetations. Rajgang Kharka is a small villages situated in between forests and grasslands. The local people can be seen in the domestic customs. Overnight in Rajgang Kharka.

Day 09: Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake) Ganesh Himal Base camp – 6 / 7 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Rajgang Kharka and continue our trial to Black and White Lake (Kalo seto Kund). Today we will trek on a narrow trial with a combination of bothe uphill and leveled trial. After that we will walk on a forested trial for few hours and then eventually reach on the land where we rarely find trees. You can see beautiful black and white lake which remains frozen during winter season. We will camp here at Ganesh Himal Base Camp. Overnight at Camp.

Day 10: Rest day at the Ganesh Himal Base Camp

We will not be climbing more altitudes from today. Today we will rest at the Ganesh Himal Base camp. We will take an excursion around the Kalo Seto Kunda where we can see two lakes. The lakes have holy significance. The surface of Kalo Kunda or Black Lake is covered with black stones and the White Lake or Seto Kunda is covered with white shinning stones. We can explore the majestic views of the mountains including Ganesh Himal, Paldor Himal and many more. Overnight at Ganesh Himal Base Camp.

Day 11: Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka – 6 / 7 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Ganesh Himal Base Camp and start trekking down to Rajgang Kharka. We will trek down following the same route. Overnight at Rajgang Kharka.

Day 12: Rajgang Kharka to Chalise (2000 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Rajgang Kharka and trek to Chalise. The trek takes about 7 hours. We will trek down through forests and some few tamang settlements. Overnight at Chalise.

Day 13: Chalise to Jharlang – 7 / 8 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Chalise. After a warm breakfast we will start our trek. Today we will trek to Jharlang. The trek is about 8 hours. Overnight at Jharlang.

Day 14: Jharlang to Darkha – 7 / 8 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at start our trek. Today we will trek to Dharka. The trek is about 8 hours. The path today mostly follow downhill trial. You can feel the changes in the temperature as you reach Darkha. Overnight at Jharlang.

Day 15: Darkha to Khahare Bazaar – 7 / 8 hrs walk

We will have our breakfast at Darkha and start our trek. We will trek to Khahare Bazaar today. The trek today is a 7- 8 hours followed by mostly downhill trials. Upon reaching Khahare Bazaar we will check in to the hotel and roam around the market after getting fresh. Overnight at Khahare Bazaar.

Day 16: Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu by bus /private vehicle – 7 / 8 hrs drive

The trek ends today. We will be returning back to Kathmandu with lots of wonderful memories with us. We will have our breakfast at Khahare Bazaar and drive back to Kathmandu. The drive us about 7 to 8 hours. After reaching Kathmandu you will be free until your departure.

Includes

Airport-Hotel-Airport pickup and drop facilities as per the itinerary.
3 star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twing sharing basis.
All ground transportation in a private vehicle as per the itinerary.
English speaking and experienced trekking guide.
Camping crew (porters to carry your foods, luggage and camping equipments).
All the necessary trekking paper works, permits and TIMS card fees.
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek.
Actual Adventure Duffel Bag, Sleeping Bag ( to be returned after trek completion)
Twin sharing tented accommodation during the trek.
All the kitchen utensil and camping tents.
A comprehensive medical kit box carried by the trek leader.
Welcome dinner in typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.

Exclude

International airfare

Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.

Nepal visa Fee.

Riding horse along the trek

Tips to staffs

Personal Insurance fee.

Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.

All personal expenses.

Extra expenses due to any unavoidable circumstances.

Nepal Visa Information

Visa in Nepal can be acquired on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and also at the border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki border of Nepal - India and Kodari on Nepal-China border. Visa can also acquire at the nearest Nepal Embassy. For visa renewal purpose you can contact at Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan at Kathmandu. A valid passport and one passport -size photo with a light background is required. Visa can be obtained only through payment of cash in the following currency: Euro, Swiss Franc, Pound Sterling, US Dollar, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar and Japanese Yen. Credit card, Indian currency and Nepali currency are not accepted as payment of visa fee.

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

Gratis (Free) Visa

For first visit in one visa year (January to December), gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, the visa can be extended from the department of immigration with respective fares.

Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.

Nepal Visa for Chinese Nationals

As per official circular of the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing, China, Chinese nationals applying for tourist visa to Nepal are being provided “gratis tourist visa” from Jan. 5, 2016, from following Nepali missions in the People’s Republic of China:

Embassy of Nepal, Beijing
Consulate General of Nepal, Lhasa
Consulate General of Nepal, Hong Kong
Honorary Consulate of Nepal, Shanghai

More Information

Nationals from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan will need to obtain visa from Nepal Embassies or Diplomatic Missions in their respective countries, as they do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal.

Leader & Staffs Arrangements with Porter Care

During this Classic Everest Base Camp trek you will fly to Lukla from Kathmandu only with your guide. Other team members like assistant guide and porters will join you from Lukla. We focus on giving employment opportunities to the local people as far as possible. We choose experienced field staff having good knowledge in their related field. We do have highly experienced team of porters and guides. Our field staff leaders are highly experienced and have undergone the trainings like. Intensive Wilderness First Aid, Trekking Guide Training, Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet, English Language, Conservation and Biodiversity, Rock climbing, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (for expedition leaders).

Why do we use Porters?

Porters are the most helpful assistant for your Everest Base Camp Trek. They carry your luggage all the way through your trek. We use the local porters during Everest Base Camp Trek. It is a small effort from our side to provide them employment opportunity and help them maintain their living standard and look after their families. We provide one porter for each two members of a group and also provide personal porter on request with additional costs.

Why don’t we use Yak as Porters?

During your Trek you can also see several Yaks and Mules on your way used as porter. Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd doesn’t use yaks and mules as porters during the trek because we respect animal rights and emphasis on giving employment opportunities to the local people.

Guide and Porter info

It is in the hand of guide and porter to actually make or break your trip. A good guide can give you a memorable trek of your life time whereas a bad can ruin your trek and make it the worst. Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd has a team of highly experienced a passionate trekking guides, expedition leader, porters and tour guides. With their years of experience and dedication in their fields they have been providing our customers with remarkable service and excellent results. You can have the detailed information of our guides in the company’s Trip Management Team (Field Staff).

Equipment’s & Packing List

Proper equipment and packing is very necessary during the trek. No proper trekking gears can ruin your trekking experience. You will need following trekking gears and equipment’s for Trek.

Summary

• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer

• Down vest and/or jacket (optional)

• Fleece or wool trousers/pants

• Trekking/Hiking boots with spare laces

• Thick, warm wool hiking socks

• Footwear for around camp, example, running shoes and/or sandals

• Gaiters (optional)

• Thermal tops

• Fleece jacket or pullover

• Wind cheater jacket (optional)

• Waterproof shell jacket

• Thermal gloves

• Underwear

• Shorts

• Cotton trousers/pants

• Thermal bottoms

• Sun hat or scarf or Hat or light balaclava

• T-shirts

• Socks

• Sunglasses with UV protection (opt to but this at your home country)

• Sleeping bag rated to 0 degrees (3/4 season)

• Head lamp, spare bulbs & batteries

• Small padlock to lock trek bag

• Plastic bags

• Daypack (35-40 litres/2500-3000 cubic inches)

• Camping mattress

• Water bottles

• Small wash towel

• Footwear (see footwear section below for details)

• Waterproof shell trousers/pants (preferably breathable fabric)

• Toiletries

• Basic first aid kit

DETAILS PACKING LIST (DOWNLOAD PDF)

ON THE TRAIL DAYPACK

● Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho

● Sunscreen

● Lip Balm with Sunscreen

● Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)

● Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)

● Water Bottles or Camel Back

● Sunglasses

● Headlamp with extra batteries

● Favorite Snacks

● Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork

● Camera with extra batteries and memory cards

● Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)

● Duct tape or moleskin for blisters

● Toilet Paper

● Trekking Poles (optional)

● Thermos (optional for hot beverages)

CLOTHING: BASE, MIDDLE AND OUTER LAYERS

● Moisture wicking long sleeve tee-shirts (2)

● Moisture wicking tee-shirts (1)

● Long underwear pants (2)

● Underwear (5 to 7)

● Heavy Fleece or Down Jacket

● Long sleeve shirts (2)

● Sweatshirt (optional)

● Fleece Pants

● Trekking Pants (2)

● Shorts (optional)

● Gortex or Waterproof Jacket with hood

● Rain Poncho that covers your day pack

● Waterproof Pants

● Wide brimmed hat

● Wool hat (Should cover ears)or Balaclava

● Lightwight Gloves

● Insulated Wool or Down Mittens

● Gaiters (optional)

FOOTWEAR: SHOES AND SOCKS

● Hiking boots with ankle support

● Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes

● Plastic bag to carry spare shoes

● Hiking socks (10)

● Sock Liners (optional)

SLEEPING BAG

● Sleeping bag rated to -15° C/ 0° f

● Sleeping bag liner (optional)

● Sleeping bag stuff sack

DUFFEL BAGS AND DAY PACKS

● Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)

● Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail

● Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack

● Waterproof cover for daypack

● Drybags in several sizes

● Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes

FIRST AID KIT AND TOILETRIES

Our team brings along a basic first aid kit but we recommend you also carry the following;

● Advil or Ibuprofen

● Diamox (for altitude sickness)

● Personal Prescriptions

● Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)

● Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)

● Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)

● Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)

● Wet wipes

● Panty Liners and Tampons

● Face lotion

● Hair brush

● Hair ties

● Hand warmers

● Ear plugs for sleeping

PAPERWORK AND MONEY ON THE TRAIL

● Minimum 06 months Valid Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)

● Spending Money for personal use

● 3 Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit)

OTHER ITEMS

● Portable Solar Charger

● Journal, pen and paper

Equipment Buy in Kathmandu

If you have not brought any of these equipment then you can also buy this in Kathmandu as well. If you need help our guides will help you to buy the trekking gears in Kathmandu. You can find the wide range of varieties while buying the trekking gears in Kathmandu. The qualities of the trekking gears are similar to that you get in your countries. You can also find medium quality gears at cheaper rates as well. You can find all types of trekking gears in Thamel which is the main street for backpackers and trekkers in Nepal.

Equipment Hire in Kathmandu.

You can also hire the equipments and trekking gears in Kathmandu as well. But we recommend you to bring your own equipments as far as possible. You will have a better experience in your own equipment's’ rather that hiring the used equipments’. However, hiring trekking gears can be a great idea for backpackers and budgeted trekkers since hiring trekking gears can be a lot cheaper than buying. Have a look to the cost of hiking and trekking gears in Kathmandu.

Staying Healthy

Staying healthy and fit is very important when you are trekking to one of the most strenuous trekking destinations. You need to be very careful about your health and health related problems. Here are the following tips you can use to stay healthy during Trek.

Eat proper and healthy diets.
Avoid eating meat and meat products more often.
Drink a lot of water.
Don’t drink water direct from the resources or without purifying.
Starting exercising a month prior to the trek.
Take your regular medicines with you.

Take Care of your Feet.

Taking care of your feet is a must when you are going on a trek. Not taking proper care of your feet can ruin your trek. To take care proper care of your feet the following tips might be helpful.

Buy good quality comfortable shoes.
Clip Your Toenails
Apply Powders/Creams/Tapes
Wear the Right Socks
Wash your feet regularly.
Soak your feet for at least 10- 20 minutes at the end of the day.

Getting a Good Night Rest

As it is said ‘Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy and wise’, getting a proper goodnight sleep is very important for everyone. During the trek since your body gets tired after walking all day long a proper sleep is a must. You need to sleep for at least 7-8 hours. A good night sleep helps your body to take rest and recollect the energies that you’ve lost during your trek. For a better sleep we recommend you to carry a sleeping bag with you. The sleeping bag will be provided by the company or you can carry your own if you have. Sleeping Bag is necessary especially when you are trekking to Everest Base Camp because since only basic accommodations are available the blankets might not be enough for you.

Acclimatization & Sickness.

Acclimatization is very important when you are trekking to an altitude of more than 3500m. Proper acclimatization helps to reduce the chances of Altitude Sickness. The itinerary is designed with proper acclimatization that will help your body to adopt the lower oxygen content in the air. Once you reached an altitude of 5000m the oxygen content in the air is less than 50% than that of the sea level. One of the main causes of altitude sickness is staying too long at high altitude without proper acclimatization. If in case you suffer from altitude sickness, the guides will notice the symptoms and then drop you to the lower altitude immediately. You have to inform to your guide if you notice any discomfort or symptoms of AMS. Major altitude sickness might need emergency helicopter rescue so make sure your travel insurance covers all the risk including helicopter rescue.

Note: If you suffer from altitude sickness in the mountain and still want to continue the trek then you can directly call to the office or ask you guide to call to office and make arrangements. In such case you may have to stay at the mountains for some extra days so we suggest you to have at least three extra days than your trek schedule. We charge $70 for extra days in the mountains. Since, there are several groups trekking from the company it is possible for you to join another group during peak seasons. However, it might not be possible during off season and you may have to pay extra charge for the porters and guide.

To know about the symptoms of Altitude sickness the following content might be helpful.

Know about Altitude

Hiking or trekking to high altitudes can result altitude sickness and sometimes can be severe as well. So, it is better to have proper acclimatization and stay hydrated and have proper balance diets while trekking to higher altitudes.

Symptoms of High Altitude sickness

The symptoms of altitude sickness depend upon various factors. These are the primary symptoms of Altitude sickness that can be cured immediately with certain precautions

lack of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
exhaustion or weakness
dizziness and insomnia
pins and needles
shortness of breath upon exertion
feeling sleepy
general malaise
swelling of the hands, feet, and face

If the primary symptoms are left untreated it may result to a serious altitude sickness which may need emergency rescue. The following are the major symptoms of AMS.

fever
A constant headache that doesn’t respond to any painkillers.
increased vomiting
constant dry cough often with pinkish sputum
numbness and dizziness
gradual loss of consciousness

Travel Insurance and Evacuation in emergency

Travel insurance is compulsory for all our clients traveling with our company. The Nepalese Insurance company doesn’t have travel insurance for foreign people so we recommend you to bring the legal documents with you while coming to Nepal. Your travel insurance must cover the loss due to theft, injury, delay; inconveniences or any other and the company should not have any liabilities for your personal loss. Make sure your travel insurance also compensate emergencies helicopter evacuation in case of emergencies.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

No prior training and experience is required to do Everest Base Camp Trek. But, if you have trekking experience anywhere in the world then it can be an added point to your trek to Everest Base Camp. If you can walk up to 6-7 hours a day in an unfamiliar terrain then you can easily trek to Everest Base Camp. It is better if you start taking energy boosting diets and doing some physical exercise a month before the trek. All you need to have is strong willingness and ability to overcome the challenges.

Do and Do Not

Here are some of the things that you have to keep in mind while trekking to Nepal.

Do’s

Walk slowly
Drink purified or boiled water.
Eat healthy foods.
Get proper Acclimatization.
Respect local culture and people.
Bring your regular medicines and first aid kit.

Don’ts

Don’t Get to enthusiastic
Don’t drink water direct from resources.
Eat Junk Foods
Neglect the signs of altitude sickness.
Disrespect the local culture and traditions.

Solo Travelers.

The numbers of Solo travelers are increasing rapidly in recent few years in Nepal. Nepal, being a beautiful and peace loving country is also one of the safest countries for solo travelers. However, the cost for solo traveler might be expensive since single supplement is very difficult to find and are expensive as well in the mountain regions.

Is Solo Travelers Safe in Nepal?

Nepal is one of the safest countries to travel in the world. We see numbers of solo travelers around the streets of the city and trekking areas. Tourism related crimes in Nepal are very less and we Nepalese treat our guests as gods. Even though, it is safe but still you need to be careful while walking to the cities alone during the mid night and we recommend you to hire a guide while trekking.

Is Female Solo Travelers safe in Nepal?

Nepal is generally considered safe for women travelers. Nepal might have a conservative society but the people are open to every kind of cultures which helps to stay true. There haven't been many serious crimes against tourists since few years. Yet, travelers are requested to have considerable care while travelling.

Can you trek in Nepal without a guide?

Nepal requires the use of guides and porters such as in some of the regions such as Inner Dolpo, Kanchenjunga and Upper Mustang due to the areas being restricted. However, places such as the Annapurna Conservation Area and Everest Base Camp do not require guides. But we highly recommend to at least having a guide with you. Since, hiring a guide is very cheap in Nepal and it is not safe to travel alone in the mountain region you need to hire a guide for your personal safety.

Required Permits for Trekking

The permit required for Trek like Sagarmatha National Park Permit, and TIMS card will be managed by the company itself. For this you will need to submit your passport sized photo (2 copies) and a photocopy of your passport in the office.

Communication during Everest Base Camp Trek.

For some trekking can be a short break from social medias and internet whereas for some internet and communication is a means to stay connected with near and dear ones during trekking. While travelling in the remotest areas you may not have facilities of telephone and internet. However, in recent days the Internet and Communication facilities during your trek to Nepal is improving rapidly. The region now has 3G and 4G coverage as well.

Satellite phone

If you want to have the best networks throughout your trek to AnnapurnaBase Camp you can use satellite phone throughout the trial. You can rent the sat phones or bring your own.

Wi-Fi

Most of the tea houses and lodges now provide Wi-Fi service. You can get free Wi-Fi in some of the lodges. But most of the lodges take extra charge for Wi-Fi. They charge you normally $5 for unlimited Wi-Fi coverage. However, the speed of the internet may not be faster like that of the cities.

Mobile data

Mobile Data can be the cheaper way to get in touch with your family and friends in the Annapurna Region. You can buy a local sim card from a private company in Nepal and activate your data. The cost od data pack varies per MB. A telecommunication company in Nepal, NCELL has launched 3G connectivity since 2010. So you can have a better internet experience in the Annapurna Region through mobile data as well.

Nepalese Rupee is used all over Nepal.

Can I use Indian Currency in Nepal?

Some of the shops and hotels also accept Indian currency but the Indian currency of, Rs 200, Rs. 500 and Rs.2000 rupees denominations has been banned in Nepal.

How can I get currency in Nepal?

Your travel agent or hotel and they can help you exchange your cash into Nepalese rupees as per the exchange rate generated by Nepal Rastra Bank. This is the easiest way to exchange currency in Nepal. However, if you have a traveler's check you need to visit one of the major banks to do so.

What is the exchange rate of Nepalese Currency?

The tentative exchange rate of Nepalese Currency by Nepal Rastrya Bank is shown in the table below. However, the rates keep on fluctuating so it is better to check the rates while exchanging the currencies when you are in Nepal.

Nepal Travel Tips

Choosing Nepal as your travel destination is one of the best decision that one has to take once in a life. As Nepal offers you so many wonderful travel destinations, fun, adventures and much more once in Nepal is not enough but you have to be well planned and informative about your activities in Nepal before you take off. Nepal is naturally and culturally diverse country and has its distinct identity to the world. Here are some of the travel tips which may help you before you plan your trip for Nepal.

How to enter Nepal?

You can fly to Nepal from your nearest international airport or you can fly to India and get a direct bus to Kathmandu. Many countries now have a direct flight to Kathmandu. During peak tourist season the tickets gets expensive in this case you can book your ticket early or another cheap option is to fly to India and get a bus or flight.

Get a visa or be prepared for queues at the Airport

Nepalese visa can be obtain at Tribhuvan International Airport on arrival but don’t expect it that easy in peak tourist seasons. You will have to queue for a long time and complete certain procedures, pay fee and then you will get your visa. It is better if you get your visa from an embassy before coming to Nepal. And you might have to wait to collect your baggage for an hour minimum depending the time of your arrival.

Kathmandu’s Pollution “Sorry to share “

Kathmandu being a capital of Nepal is also one of the most populated cities in the world. Nepal is a beautiful country but you may find the capital city a bit different than the rest of Nepal. It’s not that Kathmandu is the worst city but also not as better as the areas you will visit. Because it is the capital of Nepal and major hub for the people all over Nepal you can see the chaos of people in the market areas and because a lot of construction works are going on you may find the city polluted. So, we advise you to wear a mask while roaming around the city.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Once you visit in Nepal don’t forget to visit the UNESCO world heritage sites and do make your itinerary accordingly. The heritages sites are full of history, fine arts, cultures and crafts and you won’t regret visiting it. There are numbers of world heritage sites in Nepal rich in art and cultures which are very important to be taken care of not only for Nepal but for the whole world. The major sites inside Kathmandu valley are Pashupatinath Temple, Soyambhunath Stupa (monkey temple), Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Changunarayan Temple and many more. Visiting the UNESCO world heritage site is a must if you are visiting Nepal.

Don’t Drink Tap Water

Nepalese are used to drinking water directly from the tap or any sources of water so they don’t get affected. But it is better if you avoid drinking water directly from the tap or any except boiled and bottled mineral water because you are not used to it and it may affect your health. After all ‘Prevention is better than Cure’.

Foods in Nepal

Along with so many adventures and exciting travel destinations, Nepal also offers you with so many varieties of delicious cuisines. Do try varieties of foods while travelling to Nepal and give your taste buds a different and a unique taste. You will also find numbers of restaurants serving international cuisines and have the pleasure of trying world famous dishes in Nepal.

Electricity and Internet in Nepal

The electricity problem has been improving in context of few years ago but still there might be load shedding. The hotels have inverter and generators so there might not be problem in city areas. To stay connected via internet you can buy the local Sim- card. The internet facilities have been improving in Nepal you can get wifi in almost all of the hotels and cafes but the speed might not be as per your expectations but works satisfactory.

Safer to travel with an agency in Nepal

It is not that riskier to travel alone as we see numbers of solo travelers along the streets but if you travel with an agency it is much more comfortable and safer for you. You will not need to worry about documentations, accommodations, transportation and many more. There is also very less chance of getting lost or theft. After all ‘Prevention is better than cure’.

Contribute to the Locals.

As Nepal is a developing country the per capita income of the people here is very lower than other many countries. If you are travelling to the remote areas then we suggest you to stay in home stays. As it is the source of income for most of the people and your small contribution will help to boost up the local economy.

Responsible Travel:

“Leave only foot-prints, take only photographs” is our principle. We are striving in promoting sustainable tourism. Therefore, our clients are requested to follow minimum impact code while in the trip so that both host (local nature, culture and people) and the travelers benefit for the indefinite years ahead. Our clients are highly encouraged to preserve and conserve nature and natural beauty, respect local people and culture, privacy, stop pollution, protect wildlife and conserve forest. The guests will keep their eyes, ears and mind open, not only to learn from their hosts, but also encourage right behavior. Hence, be a good example for others; spread the word about sustainable tourism.