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We guide expeditions across Nepal, home to eight of the fourteen peaks exceeding 8,000 meters, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Our routes traverse deep river gorges, alpine pastures, and

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Common questions about Nepal

Direct, field-tested answers from our Kathmandu operations team.

Can I get a tourist visa on arrival in Nepal?

Yes, most foreign nationals can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at designated land border crossings. We recommend having a valid passport with at least six months validity, passport-sized photographs, and cash for the visa fee. You can also fill out the online tourist visa form prior to departure to expedite your arrival process.

What trekking permits do I need for Nepal?

Depending on your route, you will typically need a Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card and relevant conservation area permits such as the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) or Sagarmatha National Park entry permit. Restricted regions like Upper Mustang or Manaslu require a special Restricted Area Permit (RAP) issued through a registered local agency. Our team handles all necessary permit procurement as part of your expedition planning.

When is the best season for trekking and climbing in Nepal?

The primary trekking seasons are from March to May during spring, and from September to November during autumn. These months offer the most stable weather patterns, clear mountain views, and moderate temperatures across major routes like the Everest and Annapurna regions. Winter and summer monsoon seasons present distinct challenges due to heavy snow or rain, though lower altitude cultural tours remain viable year-round.

How should I prepare for high altitude in Nepal?

Acclimatization is essential for any itinerary reaching elevations above 3,000 metres, such as Everest Base Camp at 5,364 metres. Our itineraries include designated rest days, gradual ascent profiles, and daily monitoring for symptoms of acute mountain sickness by our lead guides. We suggest building up your cardiovascular fitness with regular hiking in the months leading up to your trip.

What is the local currency and how do I access money during the trek?

The official currency is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR), and exchange rates fluctuate daily against major foreign currencies. While ATMs and credit card facilities are widely available in Kathmandu and Pokhara, they become scarce and unreliable once you enter remote mountain valleys. We advise carrying sufficient cash in Nepalese Rupees before leaving the capital to cover personal expenses along the trail.

How is mobile connectivity and internet access on treks?

Local Ncell and Nepal Telecom SIM cards offer reliable cellular coverage in Kathmandu and larger towns, with intermittent 3G or 4G signals reaching parts of popular trekking routes. Teahouses along major trails often provide paid Wi-Fi access via satellite or local networks, though speeds can be very slow. We suggest informing your family of potential communication gaps and renting a satellite messenger if you require constant contact.

Overview

About Nepal

We guide expeditions across Nepal, home to eight of the fourteen peaks exceeding 8,000 meters, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Our routes traverse deep river gorges, alpine pastures, and high mountain passes such as Thorong La and Larkya La. We manage all required documentation, including Sagarmatha National Park entry permits, Annapurna Conservation Area permits, and restricted area permits for remote borders.

Our itineraries connect historical trading villages like Namche Bazaar and Marpha, providing access to traditional Sherpa, Gurung, and Thakali settlements. We operate primarily during the pre-monsoon spring window from March to May, when rhododendrons bloom along the trails, and the post-monsoon autumn window from September to November, which offers stable weather and clear visibility of the high peaks.

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Nepal regions

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  • Annapurna

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    We consider the Annapurna region to be the most diverse mountain landscape in Nepal. Encircled by towering ice-bound masspifs including Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre, this terrain shifts

  • Api-Saipal

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    We lead expeditions into Nepal's far northwest, centered around the remote massif of Mount Saipal at 7,031 meters. This region represents true frontier trekking, where established lodges disappear onc

  • Dolpo

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    We guide expeditions into Nepal's remote western frontier, where the high-altitude deserts of Dolpo preserve ancient Tibetan traditions largely untouched by modern infrastructure. Our routes traverse

  • Everest

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    Our journeys through the Khumbu region take us deep into the ancestral homelands of the Sherpa people. As we ascend past Namche Bazaar and Tengboche through the protected forests of Sagarmatha Nationa

  • Ganesh Himal

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    We guide treks through the Ganesh Himal region, a quieter middle-hills area situated between the Langtang and Manaslu ranges. Named for the prominent peak of Ganesh VII, this terrain offers an alterna

  • Kanchenjunga

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    Rising on the eastern frontier of Nepal, Kanchenjunga commands a landscape of remote wilderness and profound isolation. As we guide expeditions into this protected massif, we encounter a region define

  • Langtang

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    North of Kathmandu, the Langtang valley offers a direct route into a high glacial cirque enclosed by massive rock and ice. Our journeys through this region bring us past the village of Langtang and up

  • Makalu

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    We approach Makalu, the world’s fifth-highest peak at 8,485 meters, through the remote Barun Valley. This route demands physical endurance and careful acclimatization as we ascend from humid subtropic

  • Manaslu

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    We guide expeditions around Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 meters. This remote trekking route takes us through deep river gorges and traditional Nubri and Tsum valley villa

  • Nar-Phu

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    Departing from the main Annapurna Circuit at Koto, we guide small teams up the remote gorges of the Nar and Phu valleys. This region remained closed to outsiders until 2002, preserving a medieval Tibe

  • Nepal · Trekking

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    Teahouse and camping treks across the Annapurna, Everest and Langtang sanctuaries. We run small groups — capped at 10 — with locally-born guides who know the avalanche-prone corridors and the right te

  • Rara

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    We guide expeditions into the remote far-west of Nepal, centered around Rara Lake, the largest alpine freshwater lake in the country. Situated within the protected boundaries of Rara National Park in

  • Upper Mustang

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    We guide expeditions into Upper Mustang, a remote trans-Himalayan kingdom situated behind the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Because this arid Tibetan plateau falls entirely within the rain shadow,

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