It is difficult to match Nepal for dramatic scenery: home to Mount Everest, it is a completely dominated by the Himalayan range. It has seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley alone – most of them ancient temple or palace complexes that display extraordinary craftsmanship. The Nepalis’ complex blend of religious beliefs and traditions is reflected in the exquisite thangkas, gold-painted stupas and intricate carvings seen at every turn. Up in the hills around Kathmandu are the lovely rural retreats of Dhulikhel and Nagarkot, perfect two-night escapes from the city. Further west, by the serene Phewa Tal Lake and dominated by the sacred and unclimbed Fishtail Mountain, is the adventure capital of Pokhara. To the south, on the grass plains of the Terai, is Chitwan National Park, where visitors go on elephant-back rides in search of tigers or one-horned rhinos. The holy town of Lumbini, with its famous bodhi tree, is the reputed birthplace of Buddha and is a great pilgrimage site.
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When is the best time to visit Nepal?
Do I need a visa?
British and American passport holders require a valid visa to enter Nepal. A valid visa can be secured from Embassy or Consulate of Nepal based in your country by applying for visa in person or by post. Alternatively, a visa can be obtained on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu after completing an application form along with two passport photographs and visa fee. We provide guidance and assistance in visa application at time of booking.
What are the flying times and are there any direct flights?
There are no direct flights to Nepal. Flying takes from 12 hours to 14 hours depending on which airlines you are travelling with.
What vaccinations do I need for visit to Nepal?
Specialised travel-medicine clinics or your GP are your best source of up-to-date information. They will recommend the requirement for any vaccinations which may be required. Another good source of information is the NHS travel medicine website fitfortravel.nhs.uk. The key for travel vaccinations is to plan early. Most vaccines don’t give immunity until at least two weeks after they’re given and vaccines like diphtheria and tuberculosis require a three-month incubation, so visit your GP well before departure. Ask your GP or travel clinic for an International Certificate of Vaccination (sometimes known as the ‘yellow booklet’), which will list all the vaccinations you’ve received.
Its our dream to see the Himalayas but we do not want to do a challenging trek? Are there any options available?
