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Nepal
The Himalaya and the world’s highest peaks.
Nepal holds eight of the fourteen 8,000-metre peaks, a Kathmandu Valley with seven UNESCO monument zones, and the Everest and Annapurna trekking routes.
Best time to visit
Oct – Nov, Mar – Apr
Time zone
GMT +5:45
Currency
NPR (रू)
Visa
Visa on arrival
Flight time
5 – 7 hrs
via a connection from Vietnam
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Nepal suits trekkers and culture travellers alike. Kathmandu and Pokhara are the two hubs; the best trekking windows are October–November and March–April.
Nepal at a glance
Population
30
million people
Area
147,516
km²
Capital
Kathmandu
Currency
NPR (रू)
Nepalese Rupee
Language
Nepali
Climate
Subtropical to alpine
by elevation
Visa
Visa on arrival
15/30/90 days
Driving side
Left
Power socket
Type C, D, M
230V – 50Hz
Nepal destination location
6 mapped locations
Kathmandu
The capital, with Durbar Square, Swayambhunath and Boudhanath.
Pokhara
Phewa Lake beneath the Annapurna range, the trekking trailhead.
Everest & Namche Bazaar
The Everest Base Camp route through the Sherpa town of Namche.
Chitwan National Park
Safari for one-horned rhino and Bengal tiger in the Terai.
Bhaktapur
The best-preserved Newar old town in the valley.
Lumbini
The birthplace of the Buddha, a UNESCO site.
Best time to visit Nepal
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Very good
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Not ideal
Weather overview
Average temperature
2°C – 30°C
Varies by altitude
Rainfall
1,500 mm
Annual average
Humidity
45% – 80%
Dry in autumn
Sea temperature
No coastline
Landlocked country
Travel styles in Nepal
Signature experiences
Adventure
Annapurna Base Camp trek
Nature
Everest scenic flight
Heritage
Durbar Squares
Culture
Boudhanath stupa
Wellness
Monastery & meditation
Food
Dal bhat & momo
City breaks
Thamel, Kathmandu
Shopping
Textiles & handicrafts
Sample itineraries
View allFrequently asked questions
Do I need a visa in advance?
No. Most nationalities, Vietnam included, get a visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport for 15, 30 or 90 days, paid in cash USD.
Do I need trekking experience?
Routes like Poon Hill or Ghandruk suit beginners over 3–5 days. Everest Base Camp needs good fitness and at least 12–14 days for acclimatisation.
Is altitude sickness a risk?
It can be, but a slow ascent profile prevents it. All our treks build in acclimatisation days and guides carry emergency oxygen.
Which months should I avoid?
June–September is the monsoon, with slippery trails and clouded peaks. December–January is very cold at altitude but clear.
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What travellers say about Nepal
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Quick facts (citation box)
- Destination
- Nepal
- Region
- South Asia
- Capital
- Kathmandu
- Currency
- NPR (रू) — Nepalese Rupee
- Language
- Nepali
- Best time to visit
- October – November and March – April
- Visa
- Visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport for most nationalities
- Core services
- Tours, Trekking, Transport, Hotels, Guides
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