Visa for Nepal:
A fee has to be levied while issuing tourist visa by the Nepalese Mission abroad or entry points in Nepal.For foreigners desiring to come to Nepal first time in visa year, the cost of visa will be as follows:
1. US Dollars 25 for 15 days Multiple entry visa.
2. US Dollars 40 for 30 days Multiple entry visa.
3. US Dollars 100 for 90 days Multiple entry visa.
Entry/Exit Points to Nepal:
The entry and exit points for the purpose of the foreigners entering into and departing from Nepal are following. The Immigration offices in such points are opened 24 hours. Entering and departing from other places except the point is treated as the voilation of Immigration Act and the Regulation.
1) Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
2) Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
3) Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
4) Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
5) Belahia, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
6) Jamunaha, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
7) Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
8) Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
9) Pokhara (not the entry point)
Nepalese Diplomatic Missions Abroad:
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY
Address: Guerickestrasse-27, 10587 Berlin-Charlottenburg Federal Republic of Germany
Tel: +49-30-3435-9920/21/22
Fax: +49-30-3435-9906
E-mail: rneberlin@t-online.de
Website: www.nepalembassy-germany.de
PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Address: No 1, Xi Liu Jie, San Li Tun Lu Beijing 100600 People's Republic of China
Tel: +86-10-6532-1795, 2739, 2786
Fax: +86-10-6532-3251
E-mail: beijing@nepalembassy.org.cn
Website: www.nepalembassy.org.cn
REPUBLIC OF INDIA
Address: Barakhamba Road New Delhi-110001, India
Tel: +91-11-2332-9969, 7361, 9218, 8066
Fax: +91-11-2332-6857, 9647
E-mail: nepembassydelhi@bol.net.in
Website: www.nepalembassy-india.com
ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT
Address: 23 El-Hassan Street, Mohandessin-Dokki, Cairo Arab Republic of Egypt
Tel: +20-2-37603-426, 37612-311
Fax: +20-2-33374-447
E-mail: ne@nepalembassyegypt.com
Website: www.nepalembassyegypt.com
AUSTRALIA
Address: Suite 2.02, 24-Marcus Clarke Street Canberra City, ACT 2601PO Box: 2889
Tel: +61-261-62-1554, 1556
Fax: +61-261-62-1557
E-mail: info@necan.gov.np
Website: www.necan.gov.np
BELGIUM
Address: Avenue Brugmann- 210 B- 1050 Brussels, Belgium
Tel: +32-2-3462-658, 3466-638
Fax: +32-2-3441-361
E-mail: embn@skynet.be
Website: www.nepalembassy.be
DENMARK
Address: Svanemollevej 92, DK 2900 Hellerup
Tel: +45- 44-44-4043
Fax: +45-44-44-4043
E-mail: embdenmark@gmail.com
ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF PAKISTAN
Address: House No. 2, Street Number 8, F- 8/3 Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-2854-696, 698,732
Fax: +92-51-2854-722
E-mail: nepem@isb.comsats.net.pk
ISRAEL
Address: Ben Yehuda Apartment 121 Ben Yehuda Street Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel: +972-35-220527
Fax: +972-35-220527
E-mail: nepembtelaviv@gmail.com
JAPAN
Address: Fukukawa House B, 6-20-28 Shimomeguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-0064, Japan.
Tel: +81-3-3713-6241, 42
Fax: +81-3-3719-0737
E-mail: eon@eonjp.com
Website: www.nepalembassyjapan.org
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Address: Al Aruba Road, Sulaimania Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaPO Box: 94384
Tel: +966-1-4611-108, 4654-170, Ext. 11 or 0
Fax: +966-1-4640-690, 4651-823
E-mail: rneksa@zajil.net
MALAYSIA
Address: Suite 13A.01, 13th A Floor Wisma MCA, 163 Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: +60-3-2164-5934, 9653
Fax: +60-3-2164-8659
E-mail: info@nepalembassy.com.my
Website: www.nepalembassy.com.my
REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH
Address: United Nations Road, Road No. 2 Baridhara, Diplomatic Enclave Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
Tel: +880-2-9892-490, 568
Fax: +880-2-8826-401
E-mail: eondhaka@dbn-bd.net
REPUBLIC OF FRANCE
Address: 45 bis, rue des Acacias, 75017, Paris, France
Tel: +33-1-4622-4867
Fax: +33-1-4227-0865
E-mail: nepalinparis@noos.fr
Website: www.nepalembassy.org
REPUBLIC OF KOREA
Address: 445-7, Huam Dong Yongsan Gu Seoul Republic of Korea
Tel: +82-2-3789-9770/1
Fax: +82-2-736-8848
E-mail: info@nepembseoul.gov.np
Website: www.nepembseoul.gov.np
RUSSIA
Address: 2nd Neopalimovsky Pereulok 14/7 Moscow, Russia
Tel: +7-495-2440-215/2416-943
Fax: +7-495-244-0000
E-mail: nepalemb@mtu-net.ru
SRI LANKA
Address: 153, Kynsey Road, Colombo-8, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94-1-12- 689-656, 689-657
Fax: +94-1-12-689-655
E-mail: rnecolombo@eureka.lk
STATE OF QATAR
Address: Villa No. 13, 810, Ibne Bajah St. Zone 42, Al-Hilal Area Doha, QatarPO Box: 23002
Tel: +974-467-5681/3
Fax: +974-467-5680
E-mail: nemdoha@qatar.net.qa
Website: www.nembdoha.org.qa
THAILAND
Address: 189 Soi 71, Sukhumvit Road Prakhanong Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Tel: +66-2-3917-240, 3902-280
Fax: +66-2-3812-406
E-mail: nepembkk@asiaaccess.net.th
UNION OF MYANMAR
Address: 16, Natmauk Yeiktha, Yangon
Tel: +95-1-545-880, 557-168
Fax: +95-1-549-803
E-mail: nepemb@mptmail.net.mm
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Address: Hareb Mohamed Hareb Al Otaiba Building No.1670, Flat No. 102 Corniche Area, Airport Road Abu Dhabi, UAEPO Box: 38282
Tel: +971-2-6344-385, 767
Fax: +971-2-6344-469
E-mail: info@nepalembassyuae.org
Website: www.nepalembassyuae.org
UNITED KINGDOM
Address: 12A, Kensington Palace Gardens, London W8 4QU
Tel: +44-207-229-1594/6231/5352
Fax: +44-207-792-9861
E-mail: eon@nepembassy.org.uk / info@nepembassy.org.uk
Website: www.nepembassy.org.uk
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Address: 2131 Leroy Place, NW, Washington DC, 20008 USA
Tel: +1-202-667-4550, 4551, 4552
Fax: +1-202-667-5534
E-mail: info@nepalembassyusa.org
Website: www.nepalembassyusa.org
Foreign Embassies Contacts in Nepal:
Australia |
4371678, 4371466 |
Bangladesh |
4370438, 4372843 |
China |
4411740 |
Denmark |
4413010, 4413020 |
Egypt |
5524812, 5520083 |
Finland |
4417221, 4416636 |
France |
4418034, 4412332 |
Germany |
4416832, 4416527 |
India |
4414990, 4410900 |
Israel |
4411811, 4413419 |
Japan |
4426680 |
Myanmar |
5524788, 5521788 |
North Korea |
5521855, 5535871 |
Pakistan |
4374015 |
Russia |
4412155 |
South Korea |
4270172, 4270417 |
Sri Lanka |
4720623 |
Thailand |
4371410, 4371411 |
UK |
4411590, 4414588 |
USA |
407200, 4007241 |
Foreign Consulates Contacts in Nepal:
Brazil |
5527223 |
Canada |
4415193 |
Chile |
4221585, 4221637 |
Cyprus |
4252665 |
Greece |
4222050 |
Hungary |
5527370, 5522871 |
Iceland |
4415557 |
Maldives |
4223045 |
Mexico |
4412971 |
Netherlands |
5523444, 5522915 |
New Zealand |
4412436, 4412168 |
Norway |
5538746 |
Philippines |
4478301 |
Poland |
4249114, 4250001 |
Spain |
4470770 |
Sweden |
4220939 |
Turkey |
4491568, 4241964 |
International Airlines Contacts in Nepal:
Air Arabia |
4233210/11/12 |
Air China |
4440650 |
Arkefly |
4410635, 4415502, 4418726 |
Biman Bangladesh |
4434740, 4434869 |
China Eastern Airlines |
4411111, 4411666 |
China Southern Airlines |
4440752 |
Dragon Air |
4248944 |
Druk Air |
4239988, 4239922 |
Etihad Airways |
4233533, 4231369, 4431404 |
Flydubai |
4252048/49/50 |
GMG Airlines |
4228932, 4227064 |
Gulf Air |
4435322 |
Indian Airlines |
4429468 |
Jet Airways |
4113006 |
Jet Lite (Air Sahara) |
4113067 |
Kingfisher Airlines |
4260477, 4261788 |
Korean Air |
4252048, 4220578, 4214192 |
Nepal Airlines |
4220757, 4227123 |
Pakistan Airlines |
4439624, 4439324 |
Qatar Airways |
4440847 |
Silk Air |
4220759 |
Thai Airways |
4221316, 4223692 |
Domestic Airlines Contacts in Nepal:
Agni Air |
4107812/13 |
Air Dynasty |
4497418 |
Buddha Air |
5542494 |
Fishtail Air |
4112230, 4112217, 4112206 |
Nepal Airlines |
4220757 |
Shree Airlines |
4222948 |
Simrik Air |
4497136, 4498702 |
Sita Air |
4487110, 4490844, 4493819 |
Yeti Airlines |
4411912, 4465888 |
Trekking Permits:
Nepal’s first National Park was established in Chitwan in 1973A.D. which is Chitwan National Park. There are a total of 9 national parks, 3 wildlife reserves, 3 conservation areas and 1 hunting reserve. Entry fees apply for all the National Parks, Reserves and Conservation Areas in Nepal. Some of the popular trekking routes lie in the Conservation areas also. Such as Annapurna Circuit trekking route lies in Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA), Manaslu Circuit trekking route lies in Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA) and Kanchenjunga trekking route lies in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA). Similarly the popular Everest Base Camp trekking route lies in Sagarmatha National Park area.The fee for obtaining a permit in Conservation Area will be Nepalese Rupees 2000 per person and in National Parks Nepalese Rupees 1000 per person for all foreign citizens desiring to trek in such areas.Apart from the national park or conservation fee, a separate permit will also be required which is known as TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) to trek in national park and conservation areas. Trekking Encounters Nepal is the registered supplier of TIMS. It costs US$ 10 per person for a foreign citizen. TIMS is not necessary for the people trekking in the controlled areas and having climbing permits.Government of Nepal has restricted some areas for foreign visits and a foreigner desiring to trek in such permissible trekking regions and areas will have to obtain a permit from the Department of Immigration. Trekking Encounters Nepal can apply on your behalf to obtain this permit and there will be minimum two persons required to acquire such permits. Upper and Lower Dolpa, Manaslu region, Nar and Phu Villages in Manang, Upper Mustang, Kanchenjunga, Humla and Simikot are restricted areas and special ‘Trekking Permit’ will be required to trek in these areas apart from the conservation or national park permits.The different permit fee structure of restricted areas is listed below:
Lower Dolpa |
US$ 10 per person per week |
Upper Dolpa |
US$ 500 for first 10 days |
Kanchanjanga Region |
US$ 10 per person per week |
Upper Mustang |
US$ 500 for first 10 days |
Manaslu Region |
US$ 70 per person per week (Sep-Nov) |
Humla & Simikot |
US$ 50 per person per week |
Nar & Phu |
US$ 90 per person per week (Sep-Nov) |
Health and Safety:
Kathmandu has enough best health facilities compared to the mountain areas. Unwell Trekkers are so usually evacuated by a helicopter to Kathmandu. It is always recommended to take out travel insurance in order to cover the costs of hospital treatment and evacuations. It is also recommended to seek a medical advice at least six weeks before to enter into Nepal about vaccinations. You do not officially require any immunization to enter the country unless you have come or recently visited the area where yellow fever is present. Never drink the Mountain water unless the source is verified, filtered or treated with water purifier. Also do not forget to carry your own medical kit box. Please do not forget to mention us if you have any chronic disease or heart problems especially if you are taking higher altitude treks. All our AGT guides carry first aid kit box for any emergencies. You must be aware of high altitude hazards if you are trekking above 4000 meters.Safety is our important concern in all treks in Nepal. Our guides are fully aware of natural conditions, trails, routes, roads and traffics. We pay our prompt attention to the safety of your life.
Weather of Nepal:
Nepal has very typical monsoon and varied weather, two-season a year combining the dry season from October to May and the wet (monsoon) season from June to September. Autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May) are considered as best times to come to Nepal for a longer and high altitude treks. The best climbing season is considered from March to May. There are some important and colorful festivals to enjoy during October-November. In December and January, the climate and visibility are still good but it can get very cold at high altitudes. February to April, it is an ideal time for a trek and rhododendrons (the national flower of Nepal) and other flowers are in Technicolor bloom. May and early June are hot and dusty. Mid-June to September may not be the right time for a trek because of the monsoon. It doesn't rain all day but it usually rains every day in summer. Most rivers are too high to raft and visiting Tibet might be a good idea in the latter part of the monsoon (August and September). Pokhara is warmer and more pleasant than Kathmandu during winter.Because of the different weather conditions of Nepal, it is never closed and shorter or longer trips are available and possible throughout the year.
Average Weather Chart of Nepal (in Degree Celsius – Max/Min):
|
Kathmandu |
Pokhara |
Chitwan |
Namche |
Jumla |
Jan |
19/2 |
19/6 |
24/7 |
7/-8 |
11/-2 |
Feb |
21/3 |
21/8 |
26/8 |
6/-6 |
13/-3 |
Mar |
25/7 |
26/12 |
33/12 |
9/-3 |
17/0 |
Apr |
28/10 |
30/15 |
35/18 |
12/1 |
22/3 |
May |
30/14 |
30/18 |
35/20 |
14/4 |
24/6 |
Jun |
29/18 |
29/20 |
35/23 |
15/6 |
24/13 |
Jul |
28/19 |
29/21 |
33/24 |
16/8 |
23/15 |
Aug |
28/19 |
29/21 |
33/24 |
16/8 |
24/15 |
Sep |
27/17 |
28/20 |
32/22 |
15/6 |
23/12 |
Oct |
27/12 |
26/17 |
31/18 |
12/2 |
24/6 |
Nov |
23/7 |
23/11 |
29/12 |
9/3 |
19/-4 |
Dec |
20/2 |
20/7 |
24/8 |
7/-6 |
15/-5 |
Foreign Exchange:
Nepal Rastra Bank sets the official exchange rates which are published in the daily newspapers in Nepal. Exchange rates at private banks vary but are generally not very far from the official rate. There are exchange counters at the international terminal of Kathmandu's Airport and moneychangers at the various border points. It is recommended to carry enough small-denominations of cash rupees if you are trekking in the mountains. It is required to show the passport to change money officially and recommended to ask for receipts as you need them to change excess rupees back into hard currency at banks. Some hotels have facilities to change money but their rates might be lower. In addition to the banks, there are several licensed moneychangers in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Birgunj, Kakarbhitta and Sunauli/Bhairahawa border points.
Equipment List:
- One -20ºC to -30ºC down sleeping bag with liner
- One down jacket (-20ºC to -30ºC)
- Rucksack 40-70 liters capacity
Footwear:
- Trekking boots
- A pair of flip flops or sandals
- Expedition grade plastic boots for expeditions
Headwear:
- Sun hat
- Woolen hat
Gloves/Socks:
- Light weight thermal gloves
- A pair of Gore
- Tex glove shells with liner
- A pair of woolen gloves
- Five or more pairs of woolen socks
- Three or more pairs of cotton socks
Top/Layers:
- One thermal layer
- One top layer
- One wind proof/water proof/breathable outer shell
- One light fleece
- One down vest
Bottom/Layers:
- One thermal long underwear bottom
- A pair of climbing pants for expeditions
- One wind proof/water proof/breathable outer shell
- A pair of down pants
- A pair of shorts
Sundry Items:
- A pair of sun glasses/glacier glasses
- Sun screen SPF 30
- Lip balm
Toiletries:
- Towel
- Biodegradable soap
- Toothbrush/paste
- Toilet paper/tissues
Additional Useful Items:
- A one liter water bottle
- Pen knife
- A pair of trekking poles
- Sewing kit
- Compass
- Map of the trekking region
- Altimeter
- Notebook/pens/pencil
- Reading materials
- Camera/batteries/charger/additional memory cards
- Head torch with extra batteries and spare bulbs
- Large plastic bags for lining rucksack and protecting garments
- Spare boot laces
- Baggage locks
Personal Climbing Gears for Expeditions:
- Harness
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- Ice hammer
- Safety helmet
- Ascender
- Descender
- Prussic Rope
- Short slings
- Ice screws
- Lock and Unlock Karabiners
- One pair of Gaiters
- Climbing ropes (Main & Fix)
Personal First Aid Kit Box (Please be advised to check with your doctor first):
- Insect repellent (Repel 100 or Jungle Formula)
- Antiseptic cream
- Throat lozenges
- Deep Heat or Tiger Balm
- Anti diarrhea
- Anti protozoan (Flagyl or Tineba
- for treating Giardia)
- Re-hydration salts
- Antibiotics (for treating a variety of infections - a course of each)
- Mild pain killers (Aspirin, Paracetamol for headaches etc, Note: codeine based pain killers are not advisable as these suppress the breathing function at high altitude)
- Anti inflammatory (Ibuprofen)
- Eye drops
- Plasters/blister kit/bandages/safety pins
- Iodine based water purification tablets
- Iodine for cleaning wounds
- Scissors
- Tweezers
Links and Resources:
Ministry of Tourism, Nepal:
http://www.tourism.gov.np
Department of National Parks & Wildlife & Conservation:
http://www.dnpwc.gov.np
Department of Immigration Nepal:
http://www.immi.gov.np
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB):
http://www.nrb.org.np
Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN):
http://www.taan.org.np
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA):
http://www.nepalmountaineering.org
Nepal Tourism Board (NTB):
http://www.welcomenepal.com
Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP):
http://www.keepnepal.org
The International Ecotourism Society (TIES):
http://www.ecotourism.org
International Porters Protection Group (IPPG):
http://www.ippg.net
Himalayan Rescue Association Nepal (HRA):
http://www.himalayanrescue.org
Travel Medicine Centre (CIWEC Clinic):
http://www.ciwec-clinic.com
Lonely Planet Nepal:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/nepal
The Great Himalaya Trail (GHT):
http://www.thegreathimalayatrail.org