General FAQs
You can complete the adventurous treks in Nepal but the added gear like trekking poles can add some comfort and easiness to a challenging journey.
Most of the accommodations in the trekking trails in Nepal have good facilities of electricity but carrying power and extra batteries cannot go wrong in high elevations.
According to years of experience of our guides they recommend, the best time to travel is Spring from mid-March through to May and Autumn from September through to November.
On some treks, you might not need it, but on others, you certainly need some experience. Trekkers frequently wish for more challenging treks for better views of the scenery and mountains. Beginners can start from easy trails such as the one to Ghorepani Poon Hill.
There are no such rules in Nepal for trekking but we recommend trekkers to be at least 12 years old, however,r childrens that are younger may take part in less demanding treks with appropriate preparation.
Moderate fitness is needed. Former hiking activity or exercise would be beneficial.
A tea house is a simple establishment basically a cozy lodge in the trails usually operated by families that offers food and any sort of lodging services.
Trekking boots that are waterproof must and non-slip soles must be present.
Yes, it is compulsory, especially for treks at high altitudes, the insurance policy should include helicopter evacuation. We recommend you send us your insurance details after your booking is confirmed with us.
Many of the gears are available for rent or purchase in Kathmandu or in Pokhara.
Some of the basic requirements when traveling include trekking boots, warm wear, a sleeping bag, water purging tablets, and food.
AMS develops at high elevations and, if not treated, can lead to nausea,and headaches or can be fatal.
Pace yourself when trekking at high altitudes, drink lots of water, avoid alcohol, and go up the mountain slowly and always follow your guides advice.
Although the waters available at the high altitude are among the purest and are full of minerals trekkers need to drink only distilled or boiled water to prevent any risk.
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Annapurna, Everest Trek, and Manaslu Trek are the most family-friendly treks.
The most popular treks are the Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Teak, the Manaslu Circuit Trek, and Langtang trekking.
Himalayan treks such as Ruby Valley, Upper Dolpo, Lower Dolpo, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Tsum Valley, and Kanchanjungha are relatively off-the-beaten treks in Nepal.
Nepal is itself a beautiful beautiful country, and the most scenic trek in Nepal includes, Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lake, Manaslu Circuit, and Ruby Valley Trek.
The easiest trek in Nepal includes Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Ama Yangri Trek, Panch Pokhari Trek and Ghandruk Trek, Annapurna Base camp Trek. are the easiest trek in Nepal.
The restricted trekking areas where trekkers need to obtain special permits i.e. Restricted Area Permits (RAP) include Upper Mustang, Kanchenjunga, Upper Dolpo, Tsum Valley, Manaslu Circuit, and Nar-Phu Valley.
The Dhaulagiri Circuit trek is considered the most demanding and challenging trekking trail in Nepal which is located in western Nepal.
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With more the 5 years of experience in the trekking and touring service field, we have successfully organized more than 1550+ trekking and tours across Nepal, Bhutan, India, and Tibet.
Touch Planet Treks is one of the friendly and professional trekking and tour operator agencies in Nepal and we provide one of the most reasonable trekking and Tour packages in Nepal, Bhutan, India, and Tibet. We have half a decade of experience in guiding and creating unforgettable memories for our guests in trekking in Nepal. We provide adventurous jungle safaris like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Bardiya Jungle Safari, and jungle walks in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve. We prioritize the happiness of our guests.
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Yes, you need a visa to travel to Nepal and most travelers can get a visit visa on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or you can apply to get it at any Nepalese embassy/consulate in your home country.
To obtain a visit visa for Nepal, you need to have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining, passport-size photographs, and the visa application form.
The cost of the visa to visit Nepal depends on its duration of the visa which may include:
- for 15 days: USD 30
- for 30 days: USD 50
- for 90 days: USD 125
Yes, you can get an extension of your visa from the Department of Immigration either in KTM(Kathmandu) or Pokhara.
Indian citizen does not need any visa for Nepal. Tourists of the SAARC nations can obtain a visa on arrival for 30 days free of charge.
Yes, tourists can get Multiple entry visas and this option is perfect for all those travelers who wish to come back to Nepal again in a short while.
The Visa payment on arrival visa needs to be done in cash (USD, EURO, GBP, NRP), the credit cards are not accepted.
If you have lost your passport in Nepal, you need to contact your embassy in Nepal to issue you with a new travel document and visa.
Tourist visas can obtained online from the Department of Immigration on the website or on arrival at the airport. The visa costs for 15 days are $30, for 30 days is $50, and for 90 days is $125. If you want to extend your visa you can extend it from the Department of Immigration Office.