Ideal number of days to spend in Nepal: Although a small country, Nepal has much to offer. Yes, Nepal is famous for towering mountains. But we also have a diverse culture, numerous historical and religious sites, jungles with wildlife and other natural beauty. It is the perfect destinations for extreme mountaineers, casual hikers and non-hikers...Read More
According to Dr. Jim Duff and Dr. Peter Gormly, the following should be included in a first aid kit depending on group size for major mountain expeditions of more than 4 weeks (Dr Jim Duff is a mountaineer and worked as Doctor on Chris Bonnington’s 1975 expedition on Everest). This is a very comprehensive list...Read More
Bhutan will start welcoming tourists again after September 23. After remaining shut for two years during the pandemic, travelers will now be allowed to travel to Bhutan with a test at the Paro airport. They will be under observation for 24 hours until their test results are available. But the opening will come with a...Read More
August Newsletter – Monsoon edition We recently celebrated Janai Purnima which falls on the full moon day in the Nepali month of Shrawan. (This is the year 2079 BS in the Nepali Calendar). On this day, Holy thread is tied around the wrist to help purify the soul and protect the individual from evil. And...Read More
Things to know before heading for a trek in Nepal. Advance Planning – What to do in the months before the trip Passport You will need a passport that is current and valid for at least 6 months after your return. You must have a blank page for each country you will visit. If you...Read More
Discounts on winter treks in Nepal We would like to encourage trekkers to trek in Nepal during the Winter months of December, January and February. As an incentive, we are announcing a massive sale of US$ 350 per person on the published prices on select treks as listed on our website. While it is definitely...Read More
How does tipping on treks in Nepal work? Tipping after a trek in Nepal has become customary and is expected. That said, if you are not satisfied with the service, we do NOT expect you to tip. The amount you tip depends on several factors such as group size, trip duration and your satisfaction. We...Read More
