Frequently Asked Question
How to Enter Nepal?
In order to fly directly to Nepal from your home country, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu is the only international airport in Nepal. TIA has direct airlink with Osaka, Shanghai, London, Frankfurt, Hongkong, Singapore, Bangkok, Delhi, Dubai, Bombay and Calcutta. Lufthansa, Nepal Airlines corporation (NAC), Air India, Singapore Airlines, Thai are the airlines that carry most of the foreign travelers into Kathmandu and if you buy tickets from any other airlines, you will probably connect with one of these airlines for the final leg of your flight. Alternatively, if you have time and enthusiasm, traveling overland to Nepal via India is an option. British overland travel operators can take you from London to Kathmandu on a six to eighteen week trip . You will travel from continental Europe through Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India to Nepal.
Do I need visa to get in Nepal?
Yes, you need to purchase an entrance visa for Nepal except Indian Citizens.
Where do I apply to get my visa?
The best way to apply for visa is from the Nepalese diplomatic missions in your home country. The other choice is to get it from Immigration office at the entry points of Nepal. You need a valid passport and two copies of passport size photos.
How much should I pay for visa?
You do have to pay USD 30.00 for 60 days.
Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
Absolutely! Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he will be displaying a play card of Nepal hiking team with your name on it.
What if I decided to stay more than 60 days in Nepal? Where and what should I do?
There's no problem in it. The Immigration Department of Kathmandu or Pokhara can extend the visa for another 30 days and the charge for this is US$ 50. Indeed the visa can be extended for a total of 120 days, an additional 30 days visa may be granted on reasonable grounds from the Immigration Office. Nevertheless, a tourist cannot stay in Nepal under tourist-visa for more than 150 cumulative days.
What happens if there is an emergency?
If there is an emergency during the trek, your guides will deal with the situation, they are trained for this. In most cases the company will contact your insurance company and the appropriate measures will be implied. The company and your guide will do the up most to ensure your safe return in the rare occasion of such a problem arising.
What happens if I get sick?
If you should get sick during your trek, your guide will do his best to assist you in anyway. Medicine is not readily available in some remote regions so we recommend you to stock up on things you may need in Kathmandu. Should you require it; extra rest days can be taken. If you need evacuation, the company will be contacted and appropriate measure will be taken. In some cases you can find doctors along the trekking routes, or one can be brought for you.
What is the weather & temperature like?
Depending on the season. In the summer time the weather is hot and sunny during the day with occasional storms in the evening. In winter at high elevations the temperature is very cold, but the days are normally bright and sunny. September through to November is ideal for the warm days and cool nights and clear weather.
What is Trekking?
Trekking means gentle walking or climbing in the mountains or Himalayan range observing the local culture, society, religions, tradition, and natural beauty of the particular area where one is trekking.
Why Trekking in Nepal?
Trekking in Nepal provides an excellent opportunity to observe the local culture of the people and enjoy the beauty of nature undisturbed by the influence of modernity. The diversity of Nepal’s nature and range of exotic culture make this country ideal for trekking. This makes trekking in Nepal most popular. Besides, where else can you stand at the foot of the tallest mountains in the world.
How many types of trekking can you arrange?
Mainly we can arrange two types of trekking: Teahouse Trekking and Camping or Tented Trekking.
What is Teahouse Trekking? And how it is organized?
Tea House trek is trekking using local trekking lodges for accommodation and meals without setting camp on the route. In this trek the company offers a package which includes a guide, porter and accommodation and meals for a fixed rate per day. It is organized by the trekking company. All of our guides have good knowledge of the area you are trekking in and know the best places to stay and eat.
What is Camping trek and how it is organized?
Camping trek is a fully supported trek where you are accommodated in tents. A full support crew provides you with toilet facilities and all your meals. The Trekking company will organized all of the facilities you will need. The company provides extensive advice about equipment to take and what to expect the team is fun and there is generally a couple of nights experiencing the local songs and dances of Nepal, when the porters and crew are in the mood.
Is previous hiking experience required to go on a trek?
No, you do not required previous experience to go on a trek, but it would prove useful to you.
What arrangements for drinking water are made while on trek?
During your trek in most places, mineral water can be purchased, however due to environmental reason, we recommend you bring along purification tablets. Tea houses provide boiled and filtered water. Your guide will offer advice and where to get water during the trek. On camping treks the porters will carry suitable water with them.
Are the food / water safe to eat / drink?
During the trek/mountain, your guide will advise you on what you should and shouldn’t eat and drink. The food at the places you will be staying is all safe to eat. Water you can buy bottled or bring along purification tablets. Tea houses will also provide boiled and filtered water for you to treat accordingly.
What is altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness means illness occur at higher altitude. In this time your breathing and heart rates increase. Altitude sickness normally happens above 3000m and symptoms consist of headache, dizziness, dehydration and trouble sleeping. To help avoid this illness we recommend you to drink at least 3 liters of water per day, trek slowly and use acclimatization days. Of course our guides will be on hand to give assist and advise you should any problems arise.
Is it possible/easy to get equipment on hire?
Yes, it is possible to get the equipment on hire. We can help you with to arrange that.
What is the maximum weight allowed on domestic flights?
The maximum weight allowed on domestic flights is 20 Kilo grams.
How many extra days should I allow in case of flight cancellation?
In case of flight cancellation you should allow two to three extra days.
What will be happen if the guide/porter leaves me alone the trail?
We provide only experienced and reliable guides our company will be responsible for this. We guarantee that your guides or porters will not disappear before the completion of your trip. In the case that it does we will resend another guide straight away. Don’t worry you will not be on your own, other staff on the trek will help you.
What equipment should I bring?
Equipment list of things you needed to bring: Down jackets, fleece jacket, water proof/ windproof jackets and pants, proper foot wear, sun hat, woolen hat, rain coot , Good sleeping bags, sunglasses, drinking water bottles, torchlight, sun block cream, toiletries, gloves, gaiters, first aid kit.
What are Trekking grades? How many trekking grades do they have in Nepal?
Trekking grades means explanation and description of the route where the trekkers are traveling. Mainly there are five trekking grades in Nepal. They are as follows: Easy, Moderate, Moderate to Strenuous, Strenuous, and Very Strenuous.
Does Trekking Require Physical Effort?
Yes, surely trekking requires physical effort on the part of the trekker. The level of fitness depends on the trek. We recommend all trekkers to have a basic level of fitness. But for trekkers who are physically unable to trek Nepal hiking team will arrange them a pony-trek.
What is best time for Nepal trekking?
Excellent! The best time for Nepal trekking is February to May in spring and Sept to December in autumn.
Do you have any special areas for Nepal trekking in monsoon season?
Absolutely! We offer many different trekking areas even in monsoon season like:t Upper mustang, upper Dolpa lower Dolpa there are less raining place of Nepal.
What else do you offer besides trekking?
Excellent! besides trekking we offer kathmandu valley sightseeing, Jungle Safari, River Rafting, Peak Climbing, Mountaineering, paragliding, mountain flight, bird watching tour, hot air ballooning, bungee jumping, mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing and fully supported treks throughout Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, Sikkim and Darjeeling.
Why Nepal hiking team?
Nepal Hiking Team is a Nepal Government registered company initiated by professionals from different backgrounds of the tourism sector, to assist individuals and groups to discover the magical, magnificent, mysterious nature and heritage of Nepal in the best way possible. The intention of Nepal Hiking Team is to provide a unique, safe and quality service to our valued customers. We are now consolidating our experiences and professionalism in every aspect of adventure tourism and allied services and are now moving ahead to a wider spectrum of professional quality services not only in Nepal, but also in Tibet, Bhutan and India.
Do I need to join a trekking company to get a trekking permit?
Excellent! For some treks it is possible for you to make a permit without joining the company. But there are some trekking routes, which you require group permits for and these permits cannot be obtained on an individual basis. For this you must join with company. From last October the government made it law that all people entering permit zones must not travel unaccompanied by a guide.
Where to get trekking permits?
Permits are needed for most treks. Trekking permits can be easily obtained through Nepal hiking team.
What type of information is required in order to confirm the booking?
In order to conform the booking you should provide us the 20% advance payment and flowing information:
- Passport no
- Date of passport issue
- Validity of Passport
- Date of Birth
- Your complete name as in the passport
- Complete Address
- Your Nationality
- Your arrival Date, Airline number and time
- Your departure date, Airline number, and time etc.
What are the list of Equipment do I need to bring for Nepal trekking?When selecting your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you'll be camping, the time of year and the altitude.
We advise our clients to bring these items:
- Down Sleeping Bag
- Down Jacket
- Long sleeved shirt
- Jumper or fleecy jacket
- T - Shirts
- Hiking shoes /boots
- Comfy shoes for around the camp
- Mountain trekking boots
- Polypropylene/wool socks
- Light cotton socks for under wool socks
- Rucksack
- Sun hat
- Woolen hat
- Woolen Gloves
- Sun blocked cream for lips and body.
- Goggles or sunglasses
- Long underwear Insulated pants
- Nylon windbreaker
- Nylon wind pants
- A Water bottle
- Sewing kit Medical & first aid kit
- Flash light Batteries and bulbs
- Swiss army knife Towel and toiletries.
Note: All of these items you can buy in Kathmandu but we Strongly suggest to our clients better to prepared from your contry. |
