FAQ

US Dollars and Euros are commonly accepted in Nepal. It is easy to change money into Nepali Rupees, which you will need in rural areas and for paying small things such as meals and tips. You can change money at the airport in Kathmandu, at money changers in the cities and there are also ATM machines in larger cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Tourist buses are safer and more comfortable than local ones. Most leave Kathmandu by 6am. There are several different types of bus service, e.g. Standard and Luxury. Luxury buses provide luxury services and lunch on route. The cost varies from $10 to $20.

We’d be happy to organize your transportation while you are in Nepal. We provide bus, car, van, jeep or plane for your transportation. 

September – November (after the monsoon season they sky becomes very clear and pleasant) peak trekking season in Nepal; temperatures are mild, the weather is relatively stable, and the clear air makes for superb mountain views. The high mountains are still cold and and lower elevations are still warm but the daytime walking temperatures are the most pleasant overall. Bad weather can hit any time of year but the fall has the most reliable conditions.

March – May (flowering season) second most popular time of the year for trekking in Nepal. The spring temperatures are similar to the fall and the trails are less crowded, but there is slightly more haze and precipitation.

Our guides have knowledge about first aid, especially when it comes to high altitude sickness, hypothermia, dehydration and injuries.

You will walk between 4-7 hours per day, depending on altitude, whether you are ascending or descending and the pace of the group. All trekkers are different and have a different pace.

Local food is available, which mostly consists of Dal Bhat. Some continental food is available and prepared locally. Accommodation is basis, varies from lodge to lodge.

The challenge for you as a visitor to Nepal is to respect the rights and beliefs of the local people and to
minimize your impact, both culturally and environmentally. ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area
Project) is working to conserve the natural and cultural resources of the area. We can all play a part in
this by simply being aware of our actions and how they will affect the environment around us. Here are
just a few suggestions of things you may like to consider while trekking:
 Dress appropriately – “more is better”, revealing clothing in the mountain villages is not
suitable, especially for women.
 Leave nothing but footprints….
 Smile… easy to give, wonderful to receive. A smile surpasses all cultural boundaries.
Tip: remove your shoes before entering a Nepali home.

Nepal is a mountainous tropical country, which means it experiences climatic extremes. Night and day temperature differences can vary between 10°C and 30°C (50°F to 86°F) so you need to be prepared with a variety of clothing. The key to staying comfortable on a trek is layering. Suggested items to bring include:

 Boots – the single most important item to pack – comfortable, sturdy hiking boots
 Socks – 2 to 3 pairs outer socks, one pair liner socks and one pair for night time
 Loose cotton trousers/calf length skirt
 T-shirts/long sleeved shirt
 Cozy shirt for the evenings
 Warm lightweight sweater/fleece
 Sun Hat and scarf
 Lightweight wind jacket (optional)
 Rain gear – a simple plastic poncho is adequate for most seasons
 Wind blocker
 Day pack and walking sticks
 Sunglasses, sunscreen, chapstick
 Water bottle
 Water purification – filter/Iodine
 First Aid Kit – essentials

In northern Nepal summers are cool and winters are severe, while in the south, summers are very hot while winters are mild to cold. Temperature of Nepal in whole year is :

In the Tarai (southern Nepal), summer temperatures exceed 40° C and above 45 in some areas, while winter temperatures range from 7°C to 23°C. In mountainous regions, hills and valleys, summers are temperate while winter temperatures can plummet to sub zero. The Kathmandu Valley has a pleasant climate with average summer temperatures of 20°C – 35°C and  2°C – 12°C in winter.

Due to the bank regulations of our country, we are unable to refund monies paid, therefore, our cancellation policy is as below. 

The 20% deposit is non-refundable except in the case of cancellation due to natural or political instability in Nepal.  In these cases 50% of the non-refundable deposit may be used towards another trek within 1 year from date of cancellation. In all other cases the 20% deposit is non-refundable.