ARE VISA'S REQUIRED FOR TRAVEL TO NEPAL?
Internet access is available in internet cafes and hotels in most parts of Nepal. Most hotels now provide Wifi access.
Smaller towns and villages, particularly in the mountains may have limited access.
arrival. They will make photocopies of required documents and you can pay in Nepalese rupees or US Dollars.
very limited. Ensure global roaming is activated on your phone before you arrive.
to cover purchases when out of major centres.
cash when you travel away from the cities.
that can access your funds safely from an ATM. Bring a small amount of cash that can be exchanged if necessary.
DO YOU NEED TO TIP IN NEPAL?
good restaurants, whilst in local eateries, rounding up the bill by 20-50rs is adequate. Some tipping guidelines.
Hotel staff member bringing something to your room Rs20.
Porters Rs20-50 per bag brought to your room.
Guides Rs200-300 for a short guided tour.
IS WATER SAFE TO DRINK ANYWHERE IN NEPAL?
be very small. Always carry toilet paper and hand sanitizer. It is always a good idea to have a roll in your luggage.
You can purchase toilet paper easily in touristy areas of Nepal, so you don't need to bring more than a roll with you.
and enjoy reading it as you experience it.
purchase and/or hire in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
be covered, although trekking at lower altitudes in long-shorts is acceptable.