What cultural differences should I be aware of when visiting Nepal?

As a multicultural country, Nepal respects people of all faiths, creeds and cultures and definitely expects the same from the visitors too. There are no such restrictions or limitations on your activities, except those considered illegal and immoral. That being said, public displays of affection are somewhat unacceptable in Nepal, and in order to feel comfortable and attract fewer stares, females may wish to wear long sleeves, especially in more remote areas.

Can I pay by card in Nepal?

Most places in the city will allow you to pay by card, however, there will usually be a surcharge of around 4% on top of your billed amount.

Can I withdraw money from ATMs in Nepal?

ATM counters are relatively common in cities and will incur a charge of about 4 USD per transaction.

Can I exchange other currencies in Nepal?

Nepal Rastra Bank decides the exchange rate, however, when you exchange the currencies in a money changer, you will get lower rates than those listed on the bank’s website.

What currency is used in Nepal?

Nepal uses Nepali Rupees. 1USD will be more or less equivalent to 100 Nepali Rupees, however, exchange rates fluctuate every now and then.

Where will we eat in the mountains?

As this is a group trekking adventure, everyone will eat together. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided at the guesthouse and lunch will be taken along on the trek. Breakfasts are included in Kathmandu and Pokhara, however, lunches and dinners will be left up to you. There will be plenty of opportunities to find good places to eat.

How are the rooms allocated?

This tour runs on a twin sharing basis. Solo travellers will be roomed with a fellow group member of the same gender, and if this option is not available then you will have a room to yourself. To guarantee a private room you will need to select the single supplement option for an additional cost. Please note that single supplements are only available during city stays.

Can you tell me more about the accommodations?

While in the cities you will be staying in good tourist class hotels, with the option to upgrade for an additional cost. Please contact our Travel Experts to arrange this. During the trek, the group will be accommodated in basic guesthouses.

Do I have to carry my own luggage?

There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day

Do you provide an equipment/gear list?

As this is an adventure trekking tour, you will need to have the proper trekking gear. A comprehensive gear list will be sent to you after you book the trip, and we highly advise making sure that you have all the necessary equipment.

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The mountains were crazily beautiful and the villages were amazing.
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Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
Age range 8 to 80

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Highlights

Drive through scenic towns to Soti Khola
Trek through terraced fields to Machha Khola
Explore ethnic villages on the way to Lho
Acclimatize and explore around Sama Gaun
Cross the high Larke Pass to Bimthang

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrival Day in Kathmandu
Day 2 Drive to Soti Khola (730m)
Day 3 Trek to Machha Khola (930m)
Day 4 Trek to Jagat (1,410m)
Day 5 Trek to Pewa (1,710m)
Day 6 Trek to Ghap (2,050m)
Day 7 Trek to Lho Gaun (2,910m)
Day 8 Trek to Sama Gaun (3,530m)
Day 9 Acclimatization Day
Day 10 Trek to Samdo (3,830m)
Day 11 Trek to Dharmashala (4,470m)
Day 12 Trek to Bimthang (3,720m) via Larke Pass (5,106m)
Day 13 Trek to Goa (2,560m)
Day 14 Trek to Tal (1,700m)
Day 15 Drive to Kathmandu
Day 16 Departure Day

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· June 12th, 2018
Govinda our guide made the trip. He was the best guide I could have hoped for. I want to come back to Nepal one day and do another trek - and I now only want to do this with Govinda! He had brilliant knowledge of the mountains and people who lived there. He is not only a brilliant guide but also funny and kind. I now count him as a friend. The mountains were crazily beautiful and the villages were amazing.
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Trip date: May 2018

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Tamara
Asked on October 5th, 2018
What cultural differences should I be aware of when visiting Nepal?
Other
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  As a multicultural country, Nepal respects people of all faiths, creeds and cultures and definitely expects the same from the visitors too. There are no such restrictions or limitations on your activities, except those considered illegal and immoral. That being said, public displays of affection are somewhat unacceptable in Nepal, and in order to feel comfortable and attract fewer stares, females may wish to wear long sleeves, especially in more remote areas.
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Tiffany
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Can I pay by card in Nepal?
Payments
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  Most places in the city will allow you to pay by card, however, there will usually be a surcharge of around 4% on top of your billed amount.
J
Jordan
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Can I withdraw money from ATMs in Nepal?
Other
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  ATM counters are relatively common in cities and will incur a charge of about 4 USD per transaction.
A
Annie
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Can I exchange other currencies in Nepal?
Other
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  Nepal Rastra Bank decides the exchange rate, however, when you exchange the currencies in a money changer, you will get lower rates than those listed on the bank’s website.
A
Andrea
Asked on October 5th, 2018
What currency is used in Nepal?
Other
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  Nepal uses Nepali Rupees. 1USD will be more or less equivalent to 100 Nepali Rupees, however, exchange rates fluctuate every now and then.
L
Lori
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Where will we eat in the mountains?
Meals
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  As this is a group trekking adventure, everyone will eat together. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided at the guesthouse and lunch will be taken along on the trek. Breakfasts are included in Kathmandu and Pokhara, however, lunches and dinners will be left up to you. There will be plenty of opportunities to find good places to eat.
M
Marlene
Asked on October 5th, 2018
How are the rooms allocated?
Accommodation
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  This tour runs on a twin sharing basis. Solo travellers will be roomed with a fellow group member of the same gender, and if this option is not available then you will have a room to yourself. To guarantee a private room you will need to select the single supplement option for an additional cost. Please note that single supplements are only available during city stays.
A
Antonio
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Can you tell me more about the accommodations?
Accommodation
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  While in the cities you will be staying in good tourist class hotels, with the option to upgrade for an additional cost. Please contact our Travel Experts to arrange this. During the trek, the group will be accommodated in basic guesthouses.
P
Pat
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Do I have to carry my own luggage?
Transport
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day
  
  There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day
A
Alice
Asked on October 5th, 2018
Do you provide an equipment/gear list?
Tour Details
- Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd Operator•Written October 2018
  As this is an adventure trekking tour, you will need to have the proper trekking gear. A comprehensive gear list will be sent to you after you book the trip, and we highly advise making sure that you have all the necessary equipment.

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Tour ID: 112288

Currency
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before August 24th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 24th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd . The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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