Where is Nepal?
Nepal is a landlocked country existing between two big nation India and China.
How to reach Nepal?
As it’s a landlocked country, there are two-way to access
By roads:
From China side, Rasuwagadi is one and only option at the moments to reach Nepal via roads. From India Banbasa, Rupaidiha, Sonauli, Raxaul, Bhitthamore, Jogbani, and panitanki borders are major entrance point to reach Nepal via road transportation.
By Air:
Tribhuwan International Airport is the major options to reach Nepal by Air. Two international airports (Bhairahawa International Airport and Pokhara International) are also the options to reach in Nepal, but the number of international flights on both airport is comparatively very few. Nepal Airlines, Qatar Airlines, Turkey Airways, Malindo, Malaysian, Singapore, Cathay Pacific, Himalayan, Air India, Fly Dubai, etc., are the major airlines companies to operate in Nepal.
How is the education, occupation, health, and economy of Nepal?
Nepal have literacy rate of 71.15% for year 2021. The main occupation of Nepal is agriculture. More than 80% of population involve in agriculture. (Unofficially, more than 20% of people involved in tourism and hospitality industry). Foreign employment, government services and Gurkhas are major occupation of Nepalese. Nepal have GDP of USD 39billion (102nd) and per capita income is USD 4677 (150th) as per the recent data.
How to get visa for Nepal?
You can easily get the on arrival visa for Nepal. For more information, read: Nepal Visa Info
What to do in Nepal?
There are plenty of activities Nepal offers for you. Expedition, climbing, trekking, hiking, rafting, paragliding, jungle safari, bungee jump, tours and many more activities you can do during your trip in Nepal.
What religions Nepalese people follow?
Hindu is the major religion of Nepalese people. 81.3% of people follow the Hinduism, while 9% of people follow Buddhism. Islam, Christianity, and many other religions are also following by Nepalese.
What are the major festivals of Nepal?
The major festival celebrate in Nepal are Dashin, Tihar(Deepawali), Holi(Color festival), Teej, Gaijatra, Indra Jatra, and many more. For more, read our blog Festivals in Nepal.
How much is the population of Nepal?
The current population of Nepal is 30 million as per 2022 census with 0.93% growth rate. Where 53.91% population are female and 46.09% population are male.
What are the reasons to visit Nepal?
There are plenty of reasons to visit Nepal. Some of them are here:
Home of 8 mountains above 8000 m including Mt. Everest
Buddha’s birth land
Rich in culture and nature
Budget friendly and easy to get visa
The living goddess Kumari
Picturesque landscape
Snow-lakes and waterfalls
Is it safe to visit Nepal? Is a woman travelling solo safe?
There is not any securities issue to visit the Nepal. It is safe to visit for all kinds of the people, even for solo woman. But we recommended bringing the guide during high altitude trek and less touristic place for your safety.
How is the weather in Nepal?
In spring seasons, the average temperature of Kathmandu will be 10-30 degree Celsius. At these seasons, beautiful flowers bloom can be seen. The morning will be clear and slowly turns to clouds in the evening. It is one of the best seasons for the trekking in Nepal. It is also considered as best season for climbing.
In summer/monsoon season, the average temperature of Kathmandu will be 15-35 degree Celsius. It’s a rainy season in Nepal. Weather flights and road transportation on some of the tourist part could be affected on this season. Some popular Trek like Upper Dolpo Trekking, Upper Mustang Trekking can be done in this season. It is also the best time to travel in Tibet.
In fall (autumn) seasons, the average temperature of Kathmandu will be 12-33 degree Celsius. It’s one of the best season for trekking in Nepal. Crystal clear weather and bright mountains view can be seen during this period of time.
In winter season, the average temperature of Kathmandu will be 0-20 degree Celsius. Due to the snow and ice, higher altitude trekking will be challenging in this weather.
Which are the best seasons for trekking/tour in Nepal?
Spring and fall (autumn) are two best seasons for trekking/tour in Nepal, but you can travel Nepal on any month of year.
Is Nepal safe to travel all year around?
Yes, Nepal is safe to travel all year around. But roads could be disturbed on monsoon because of flood and landside and high altitude treks could be challenging due to snow and ice.
What kinds of fitness level required for trekking/climbing/hiking in Nepal?
Your required fitness level depends on the trekking/climbing you want to do. For beginner, you don’t need great fitness level, but you should be able to walk 10-15 km per day for trekking.
How is Food/health/hygiene in Nepal?
Almost all the tourist restaurant and tea house maintain the required hygiene level in Nepal. We don’t recommend street food and local restaurants as they may fail to maintain the hygiene. You can easily found non-veg, veg and vegan foods on the restaurants of Nepal. If you have sensitive health condition, take care before having non-veg, deep-fried and milk products.
What kinds of accommodation can expect during trek?
Normally, basic accommodation can be expected during the trek in Nepal. During tea house trek, you will get the twin bed clean bed for sleeping and during camping trek, you will get the 2-person sharing basis tent with proper mattress and pillow. But accommodation on luxury trek will be comfortable and well managed.
Does your staff have insurance and required equipment for the trip?
Shiva Excursion provide insurance to all the field staff and make sure they have required equipment’s for the trip. We provide different training and development program to keep our staff motivated and expert.
How are ATM facilities in Nepal?
There are ATM facilities in all the cities of Nepal. In trekking region, Town like Lukla, Namche Bazzar, Chame, Muktinath, Jomsom, etc. you will get the ATM facilities but carry needed cash during the trek is highly recommended. Master Card, VISA, American Express are the major cards you can use in ATM’s of Nepal.
Does your company provide medical supplies during the trip?
Yes, Our Company provides first-aid medicine during the trip in Nepal. You have to carry your personal/regular using medicine.