Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Touch the Everest in the Luxury way
Overview & Highlights
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Highlights
- Stunning view of Mount Everest from Kala Patthar
- Scenic Flight from Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu
- Lukla – Everest Base Camp – Kala Patthar – Lukla flight
- No problem of altitude sickness
- Suitable for mature and younger guests alike
Overview of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Every human being dreams of flying up in the sky so that they can see the world through the eyes of birds. Imagine the dwarfed look of the mighty Himalayas, villages, cities and geographical landscapes. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is designed to make your dream of flying above the mountains and savor the visual delights of this magnificent Himalayan nation.
Everest Base Camp Trekking from the land from Lukla to Everest Base Camp can be a daunting affair and the challenging task. The test of perseverance and endurance would be at the stake while in the helicopter ride to the Everest Base Camp would take you near to this highest mountain on Earth in no time. Everest Base Camp helicopter tour starts from the Tribhuvan Airport and takes you to the Khumbu region. Along the way, the close views of the Paddy fields, green lush forests, villages, rivers, and mountains looked dwarfed in front of your eyes would be the most cherished moment in your life. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour hovering over the Gokyo Lake would enthrall the spiritual self while the look of Everest and the surround Himalayan range just a touch away could spark the tickling sensation in your skin. The luxury trip would give you a different perspective and viewpoints regarding the attractions of the Khumbu region.
Why with Peregrine??
The safe and affordable fees of Peregrine Treks are the most popular traits along with the excellent presentation of the attractions by the ever-ready guides of our company have made this package the most popular among nature lovers. Come, witness, this unique opportunity to savor the gigantic mountains, human settlements, and natural wonders of Nepal from Sky. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour can be the part of a sophisticated and highly experienced team of Peregrine Treks Pvt. Ltd for this joyous ride to the Himalayas.
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Itinerary
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Meals: Breakfast
Includes/Excludes
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner as per your requirement
- Helicopter airfare for your trip
- Necessary paperwork
- Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
- One Tour guide and essential equipment
- All land transportation in luxurious private vehicle
- Oxygen cylinder in case of emergency
- company service charge and applicable government taxes
- International airfare and visa fee (we can arrange this as per your requirement)
- Bar bill and personal expenses
- Tipping for guide and driver
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Accommodation
Accommodations
You will stay in Yatri Suites & Spa or Hotel Arts Kathmandu or similar 3-star hotel in Thamel district of Kathmandu. A solo traveler needs to share the room with same-gender another traveler. If you need a single supplement, you will have to pay an additional cost of about USD 2000. During the trek, most of your accommodations contain attached bathrooms, while some of the teahouses may not have and you may have to share the washing and toilet facilities in that case. Kathmandu and the trekking regions in lower elevation will have sing room facilities, but it will be hard to find them at higher elevations.
Meals
You will enjoy typical Nepalese food and international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, India, etc.) as well during your trek. Be sure that breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided by the lodges or teahouses as per their available menu. You may not be served breakfast somewhere during your trek. You may get opportunities for welcome and farewell dinners for guests.
Departure Dates
Quick Inquiry
Essential Information
Passport Validity
Must have six months remaining validity or more at the time of entry. Passport is not mandatory for Indian nationals however they must show Voter’s Card or Citizenship to enter Nepal and birth certificate for children.
Blank Passport pages
At least one blank visa page (not endorsements page) required for entry visa
Tourist Visa Required:
Yes, Uopn arrival
Vaccinations:
No requirements
Currency Restrictions for Entry:
US$5,000; no pure, unworked gold up to 50 grams of gold jewelry, or 500 grams of silver
Currency Restrictions for Exit:
USD 5,000
Tourist Visa Fee
15 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 25
30 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 50
90 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 125
Visa Extension (Within Valid Visa Period) USD 3 per Day
Visa Extension (With Multiple Entry) Additional USD 25
Visa Extension (After Visa Expiration) Late fee USD 5 per Day
Notice: The Government of Nepal has increased Visa Fees effective from July 17, 2019. Along with that, Nepal is providing five-year multiple-entry tourist visas to U.S citizens. Please check on http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np for more information.
Heritage Site Entry Fees
Entry fees must be paid to enter Heritage Sites, museums, etc. at the entry point. Please refer to the table below for details about payment. Please note that the information below is as per the information provided by the concerned department. Any difference or discrepancy could be reported at info@ntb.org.np. Updates will be made after verification from official sources.
| ENTRY FEES | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Place | Foreign Nationals | SAARC nationals | Chinese | Nepalese | Contact Number | Remarks |
| Kathmandu Durbar Square including Tribhuvan Museum | NPR.. 1000 | NPR.. 150 | NPR. 1000 | Free | 01-4268969 01-4269452 | Below ten years free |
| National Museum, Chauni, Kathmandu | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | NPR. 50 (NPR. 75 for the camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | Students: NPR.10; Others: NRs. 25 (NPR. 50 for camera and NPR.100 for video camera) | 01-4271504 01-4271478 | Closed on Tuesdays and Public Holidays. Open for half-day on Mondays from (10:30 am to 2 pm) |
| Patan Durbar Square including Patan Museum | NPR. 1,000 | NPR. 250 | NPR. 1,000 | Students with a letter from school: NPR. 10; Student Card Discount: NPR.20; Others: NPR.30 | Entry fees for Nepalese are applicable only for Patan Museum | |
| Patan Golden Temple | NPR. 50 | NPR. 20 | NPR.. 50 | Free | 01-5534595 01-5540227 | Closed on Buddha Jayanti |
| Bhaktapur Durbar Square | US$ 15 or NPR. 1,500 | NPR. 500 | NPR. 500 | Free | 01-6612249 | Below ten years free. For groups from 11-20, one tour leader can enter free. |
| National Art Museum, Bhaktapur | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | NPR.. 50 (NPR. 50 for the camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) | NRs. 150 (NPR.. 100 for the camera, NPR.. 200 for video camera) | Students: NPR.10; Others: NPR.25 (NPR. 50 for the camera, NPR. 100 for video camera) | 01-6610004 | Closed on Tuesdays. The fee includes wood carving and brass and bronze museum in Dattrareya Square. |
| Swayambhunath Stupa | NPR. 200 | NPR.. 50 | NPR. 200 | Free | 01-4281889 01-4277236 | Below ten years free. |
| Bauddhanath Stupa | NPR. 400 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 400 | Free | 01-4489257 | Below ten years free. |
| Pashupatinath Temple | NPR. 1,000 per day per entry | NPR. 1,000. Free for Indian Nationals | NPR.. 1,000 | Free | 01-4462767 01-4470340 | Tourists can view the temple from the back premises. |
| Changunarayan Temple | NPR. 300 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 300 | Free | 01-5090958 | |
| Ethnographic Museum, Bhrikutimandap, NTB | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 100 | Students: NPR. 15; Others: NPR. 30 | 01-4256909 Extension no. 172 | |
| Chitwan National Park | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry +13% VAT | NPR. 750 per day per entry+13% VAT | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry+13% VAT | NPR. 100+13% VAT | 056-621069 | Elephant ride fare – Foreigner: NPR.. 2,500; SAARC: NPR.. 1,500; Nepali NPR. 500 |
| Chitwan Elephant Breeding Camp | NPR.50 | NPR.. 25 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 10 | 056-580154 | |
| Tharu Cultural Museum, Chitwan | NPR. 25 | NPR. 15 | NPR. 25 | NPR. 10 | 056-580121 | Below ten years free. |
| Lumbini | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 200 | Free | 071-580189 071-580200 | NRs. 16 for Indians. |
| Lumbini Museum | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 10 | 01-580318 | Closed on Tuesdays |
| Kapilvastu Museum | NPR. 10 | NPR. 5 | NPR. 10 | NPR. 2 | Closed on Tuesdays | |
| International Mountain Museum, Pokhara | NPR. 400 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 400 | NPR. 80 | 061-460343 | |
| Garden of Dreams, Katmandu | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR.. 100 | 01-4425340 01-4425341 | Below five years free. NPR. 50 fro 5-11 years. 25% discount for a group of 10 pax. |
| Godawari Park | NPR. 200 (NPR. 150 for children below ten years) | NPR. 57 (NPR. 23 for children below ten years) | NPR. 100 (NPR. 50 for children below ten years) | NPR. 34 (NPR. 12 for children below ten years) | 01-5174246 | Student 50% discount. |
| Central Zoo | NPR. 250 (NPR.150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 250 (NPR. 150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 250 (NPR. 150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 50 (NPR. 25 for children 4-12 years) | Nepali Students: NPR. 30; | |
Requirements for Entry:
- A minimum of six months of passport validity is required at the time of entry.
- One blank page for a visa should be available for a visa in passport (not endorsement page)
- Entrance is allowed generally by Nepalese authorities on an emergency passport printed overseas.
- Visa should be appropriate for travel.
Regular Tourist Visas:
- Those who arrive by air; visa should either be applied at The Nepalese Embassy or consulate before entry or purchase directly upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Note: Obtaining permission upon arrival may take time.
- You can also apply for a visa online at https://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa.
- Those who arrive by land; both the visa obtaining and necessary immigration formalities should be completed.
- During the entrance of Foreign citizens by land into Nepal via Belahia Indian border, one should pay The Nepalese visa fee in the U.S dollar. The original bill no older than 2003, in good condition, should be shown at checkpoints before entering Nepal. Twenty-four hours of services are provided at the border to individuals on foot.
- Entry to Nepal without a visa and proper entry stamp from an immigration officer is restricted, resulting in additional consequences.
You can purchase a tourist visa at the following land border points of entry:
| Region | District | Border |
| Eastern | Jhapa | Kakardbhitta |
| Central | Parsa | Birgunj |
| North(for group tourists only) | Sindhupalchowk | Kodari |
| West (pay in dollars) | Rupandehi | Belahia, Bhairahawa |
| Mid-west | Banke | Jamunaha, Nepalgunj |
| Far- West | Kailali | Mohana, Dhangadi |
| Far-West | Kanchanpur | Gadda Chauki, Mahendranagar |
Road Conditions and Safety:
In most of Nepal’s area, roads are poorly maintained and lack safety features. Especially, hill roads are vulnerable to monsoon season resulting in blockade due to landslide and erosions. Such conditions cause significant numbers of accidents and fatalities. Traffic jam is a big problem faced by people in major cities. Various incidents of violation of traffic laws have been registered in Kathmandu and other major cities. Many drivers are not adequately trained and licensed, yet they drive in the streets. Be aware and avoid getting into such a vehicle.
To drive to two-wheeler or four-wheeler motor vehicle in Nepal, you should have an appropriate license to the particular vehicle. Otherwise, you will be punished according to traffic laws. We suggest you to not expose yourself to any problems during your stay in Nepal.
Nighttime Travel:
The streets outside the Kathmandu valley lack proper lights, and road conditions are not in good condition. So it is safe if you avoid traveling during night time out of Kathmandu.
Motorcycle Travel:
Know the speed limit of riding bikes and apply safety measures while riding a motorcycle in Nepal. Fatalities from motorcycle accidents have risen dramatically all over Nepal in recent years. Never forget to wear helmet and safety gear and do not ride bikes carrying more than one person.
Buses:
If you need to travel via bus, we suggest you choose day travel rather than night buses due to abnormal road conditions in most of the rural areas. Long-distance travel could be exhausting, and you might want to hop on to the roofs of buses for some adventure. Never travel on the dangerous ceilings to avoid accidents and traffic police as roof travel is against the traffic laws.
Taxis:
Although taxi rides are much more expensive than buses, it could be safer and convenient. All taxis have a meter, but taxi drivers usually do not charge you based on the meter. You better negotiate taxi fare before you step onto their taxi; otherwise, you could be overcharged. In case if you feel like being cheated, contact freely to file a complaint to the traffic police on the street nearby or the local police station.
Pedestrian Travel:
You might not find a separate lane for pedestrians except a pedestrian bridge. Usually, a person should be careful enough to walk safely on the side of a road and follow zebra crossings and use a pedestrian bridge to cross a busy highway. Otherwise, there is several cases of pedestrians facing traffic fatalities in Nepal.
For an Additional Nepal Travel Information:
Ring us on +977 98510 52413 (Nepal) or New York (24/7) at +1 315-933-3212 or mail us at info@peregrinetreks.com
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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Highlights
- Stunning view of Mount Everest from Kala Patthar
- Scenic Flight from Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu
- Lukla – Everest Base Camp – Kala Patthar – Lukla flight
- No problem of altitude sickness
- Suitable for mature and younger guests alike
Overview of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Every human being dreams of flying up in the sky so that they can see the world through the eyes of birds. Imagine the dwarfed look of the mighty Himalayas, villages, cities and geographical landscapes. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is designed to make your dream of flying above the mountains and savor the visual delights of this magnificent Himalayan nation.
Everest Base Camp Trekking from the land from Lukla to Everest Base Camp can be a daunting affair and the challenging task. The test of perseverance and endurance would be at the stake while in the helicopter ride to the Everest Base Camp would take you near to this highest mountain on Earth in no time. Everest Base Camp helicopter tour starts from the Tribhuvan Airport and takes you to the Khumbu region. Along the way, the close views of the Paddy fields, green lush forests, villages, rivers, and mountains looked dwarfed in front of your eyes would be the most cherished moment in your life. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour hovering over the Gokyo Lake would enthrall the spiritual self while the look of Everest and the surround Himalayan range just a touch away could spark the tickling sensation in your skin. The luxury trip would give you a different perspective and viewpoints regarding the attractions of the Khumbu region.
Why with Peregrine??
The safe and affordable fees of Peregrine Treks are the most popular traits along with the excellent presentation of the attractions by the ever-ready guides of our company have made this package the most popular among nature lovers. Come, witness, this unique opportunity to savor the gigantic mountains, human settlements, and natural wonders of Nepal from Sky. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour can be the part of a sophisticated and highly experienced team of Peregrine Treks Pvt. Ltd for this joyous ride to the Himalayas.
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Meals: Breakfast
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner as per your requirement
- Helicopter airfare for your trip
- Necessary paperwork
- Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
- One Tour guide and essential equipment
- All land transportation in luxurious private vehicle
- Oxygen cylinder in case of emergency
- company service charge and applicable government taxes
- International airfare and visa fee (we can arrange this as per your requirement)
- Bar bill and personal expenses
- Tipping for guide and driver
Accommodations
You will stay in Yatri Suites & Spa or Hotel Arts Kathmandu or similar 3-star hotel in Thamel district of Kathmandu. A solo traveler needs to share the room with same-gender another traveler. If you need a single supplement, you will have to pay an additional cost of about USD 2000. During the trek, most of your accommodations contain attached bathrooms, while some of the teahouses may not have and you may have to share the washing and toilet facilities in that case. Kathmandu and the trekking regions in lower elevation will have sing room facilities, but it will be hard to find them at higher elevations.
Meals
You will enjoy typical Nepalese food and international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, India, etc.) as well during your trek. Be sure that breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided by the lodges or teahouses as per their available menu. You may not be served breakfast somewhere during your trek. You may get opportunities for welcome and farewell dinners for guests.
Passport Validity
Must have six months remaining validity or more at the time of entry. Passport is not mandatory for Indian nationals however they must show Voter’s Card or Citizenship to enter Nepal and birth certificate for children.
Blank Passport pages
At least one blank visa page (not endorsements page) required for entry visa
Tourist Visa Required:
Yes, Uopn arrival
Vaccinations:
No requirements
Currency Restrictions for Entry:
US$5,000; no pure, unworked gold up to 50 grams of gold jewelry, or 500 grams of silver
Currency Restrictions for Exit:
USD 5,000
Tourist Visa Fee
15 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 25
30 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 50
90 Days (Multiple Entry) USD 125
Visa Extension (Within Valid Visa Period) USD 3 per Day
Visa Extension (With Multiple Entry) Additional USD 25
Visa Extension (After Visa Expiration) Late fee USD 5 per Day
Notice: The Government of Nepal has increased Visa Fees effective from July 17, 2019. Along with that, Nepal is providing five-year multiple-entry tourist visas to U.S citizens. Please check on http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np for more information.
Heritage Site Entry Fees
Entry fees must be paid to enter Heritage Sites, museums, etc. at the entry point. Please refer to the table below for details about payment. Please note that the information below is as per the information provided by the concerned department. Any difference or discrepancy could be reported at info@ntb.org.np. Updates will be made after verification from official sources.
| ENTRY FEES | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Place | Foreign Nationals | SAARC nationals | Chinese | Nepalese | Contact Number | Remarks |
| Kathmandu Durbar Square including Tribhuvan Museum | NPR.. 1000 | NPR.. 150 | NPR. 1000 | Free | 01-4268969 01-4269452 | Below ten years free |
| National Museum, Chauni, Kathmandu | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | NPR. 50 (NPR. 75 for the camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | Students: NPR.10; Others: NRs. 25 (NPR. 50 for camera and NPR.100 for video camera) | 01-4271504 01-4271478 | Closed on Tuesdays and Public Holidays. Open for half-day on Mondays from (10:30 am to 2 pm) |
| Patan Durbar Square including Patan Museum | NPR. 1,000 | NPR. 250 | NPR. 1,000 | Students with a letter from school: NPR. 10; Student Card Discount: NPR.20; Others: NPR.30 | Entry fees for Nepalese are applicable only for Patan Museum | |
| Patan Golden Temple | NPR. 50 | NPR. 20 | NPR.. 50 | Free | 01-5534595 01-5540227 | Closed on Buddha Jayanti |
| Bhaktapur Durbar Square | US$ 15 or NPR. 1,500 | NPR. 500 | NPR. 500 | Free | 01-6612249 | Below ten years free. For groups from 11-20, one tour leader can enter free. |
| National Art Museum, Bhaktapur | NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | NPR.. 50 (NPR. 50 for the camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) | NRs. 150 (NPR.. 100 for the camera, NPR.. 200 for video camera) | Students: NPR.10; Others: NPR.25 (NPR. 50 for the camera, NPR. 100 for video camera) | 01-6610004 | Closed on Tuesdays. The fee includes wood carving and brass and bronze museum in Dattrareya Square. |
| Swayambhunath Stupa | NPR. 200 | NPR.. 50 | NPR. 200 | Free | 01-4281889 01-4277236 | Below ten years free. |
| Bauddhanath Stupa | NPR. 400 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 400 | Free | 01-4489257 | Below ten years free. |
| Pashupatinath Temple | NPR. 1,000 per day per entry | NPR. 1,000. Free for Indian Nationals | NPR.. 1,000 | Free | 01-4462767 01-4470340 | Tourists can view the temple from the back premises. |
| Changunarayan Temple | NPR. 300 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 300 | Free | 01-5090958 | |
| Ethnographic Museum, Bhrikutimandap, NTB | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 100 | Students: NPR. 15; Others: NPR. 30 | 01-4256909 Extension no. 172 | |
| Chitwan National Park | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry +13% VAT | NPR. 750 per day per entry+13% VAT | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry+13% VAT | NPR. 100+13% VAT | 056-621069 | Elephant ride fare – Foreigner: NPR.. 2,500; SAARC: NPR.. 1,500; Nepali NPR. 500 |
| Chitwan Elephant Breeding Camp | NPR.50 | NPR.. 25 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 10 | 056-580154 | |
| Tharu Cultural Museum, Chitwan | NPR. 25 | NPR. 15 | NPR. 25 | NPR. 10 | 056-580121 | Below ten years free. |
| Lumbini | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 200 | Free | 071-580189 071-580200 | NRs. 16 for Indians. |
| Lumbini Museum | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 10 | 01-580318 | Closed on Tuesdays |
| Kapilvastu Museum | NPR. 10 | NPR. 5 | NPR. 10 | NPR. 2 | Closed on Tuesdays | |
| International Mountain Museum, Pokhara | NPR. 400 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 400 | NPR. 80 | 061-460343 | |
| Garden of Dreams, Katmandu | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR.. 100 | 01-4425340 01-4425341 | Below five years free. NPR. 50 fro 5-11 years. 25% discount for a group of 10 pax. |
| Godawari Park | NPR. 200 (NPR. 150 for children below ten years) | NPR. 57 (NPR. 23 for children below ten years) | NPR. 100 (NPR. 50 for children below ten years) | NPR. 34 (NPR. 12 for children below ten years) | 01-5174246 | Student 50% discount. |
| Central Zoo | NPR. 250 (NPR.150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 250 (NPR. 150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 250 (NPR. 150 for children 4-12 years ) | NPR. 50 (NPR. 25 for children 4-12 years) | Nepali Students: NPR. 30; | |
Requirements for Entry:
- A minimum of six months of passport validity is required at the time of entry.
- One blank page for a visa should be available for a visa in passport (not endorsement page)
- Entrance is allowed generally by Nepalese authorities on an emergency passport printed overseas.
- Visa should be appropriate for travel.
Regular Tourist Visas:
- Those who arrive by air; visa should either be applied at The Nepalese Embassy or consulate before entry or purchase directly upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Note: Obtaining permission upon arrival may take time.
- You can also apply for a visa online at https://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa.
- Those who arrive by land; both the visa obtaining and necessary immigration formalities should be completed.
- During the entrance of Foreign citizens by land into Nepal via Belahia Indian border, one should pay The Nepalese visa fee in the U.S dollar. The original bill no older than 2003, in good condition, should be shown at checkpoints before entering Nepal. Twenty-four hours of services are provided at the border to individuals on foot.
- Entry to Nepal without a visa and proper entry stamp from an immigration officer is restricted, resulting in additional consequences.
You can purchase a tourist visa at the following land border points of entry:
| Region | District | Border |
| Eastern | Jhapa | Kakardbhitta |
| Central | Parsa | Birgunj |
| North(for group tourists only) | Sindhupalchowk | Kodari |
| West (pay in dollars) | Rupandehi | Belahia, Bhairahawa |
| Mid-west | Banke | Jamunaha, Nepalgunj |
| Far- West | Kailali | Mohana, Dhangadi |
| Far-West | Kanchanpur | Gadda Chauki, Mahendranagar |
Road Conditions and Safety:
In most of Nepal’s area, roads are poorly maintained and lack safety features. Especially, hill roads are vulnerable to monsoon season resulting in blockade due to landslide and erosions. Such conditions cause significant numbers of accidents and fatalities. Traffic jam is a big problem faced by people in major cities. Various incidents of violation of traffic laws have been registered in Kathmandu and other major cities. Many drivers are not adequately trained and licensed, yet they drive in the streets. Be aware and avoid getting into such a vehicle.
To drive to two-wheeler or four-wheeler motor vehicle in Nepal, you should have an appropriate license to the particular vehicle. Otherwise, you will be punished according to traffic laws. We suggest you to not expose yourself to any problems during your stay in Nepal.
Nighttime Travel:
The streets outside the Kathmandu valley lack proper lights, and road conditions are not in good condition. So it is safe if you avoid traveling during night time out of Kathmandu.
Motorcycle Travel:
Know the speed limit of riding bikes and apply safety measures while riding a motorcycle in Nepal. Fatalities from motorcycle accidents have risen dramatically all over Nepal in recent years. Never forget to wear helmet and safety gear and do not ride bikes carrying more than one person.
Buses:
If you need to travel via bus, we suggest you choose day travel rather than night buses due to abnormal road conditions in most of the rural areas. Long-distance travel could be exhausting, and you might want to hop on to the roofs of buses for some adventure. Never travel on the dangerous ceilings to avoid accidents and traffic police as roof travel is against the traffic laws.
Taxis:
Although taxi rides are much more expensive than buses, it could be safer and convenient. All taxis have a meter, but taxi drivers usually do not charge you based on the meter. You better negotiate taxi fare before you step onto their taxi; otherwise, you could be overcharged. In case if you feel like being cheated, contact freely to file a complaint to the traffic police on the street nearby or the local police station.
Pedestrian Travel:
You might not find a separate lane for pedestrians except a pedestrian bridge. Usually, a person should be careful enough to walk safely on the side of a road and follow zebra crossings and use a pedestrian bridge to cross a busy highway. Otherwise, there is several cases of pedestrians facing traffic fatalities in Nepal.
For an Additional Nepal Travel Information:
Ring us on +977 98510 52413 (Nepal) or New York (24/7) at +1 315-933-3212 or mail us at info@peregrinetreks.com
