Nepal

Nepal, is a country in South Asia and is part of SAARC. It is located mainly in the Himalayas and is home for many well known hikes in the world.

  • Capital city: Kathmandu.
  • Main language spoken: Nepali, Hindi and English.
    • Basic Greetings in Nepali: Namaste, Dhanyawad.
    • Basic Greetings in Hindi: Namaste, Shukriya/Dhanyawad.
    • Basic Greetings in English: Hello, Thank you.
  • Currency: Nepalese rupee.
    • Forex Exchange: Currency can be exchanged at Kathmandu international airport or at the local markets.
  • Tourist visa: Visa on arrival can be obtained at Kathmandu international airport (latest information can be found on Nepal immigration website).
  • Best time to visit: October to November and March to April.
  • Adapter required (power points): Type C, D and M plug.
  • SIM: Ncell and STC are the common providers can be obtained at Kathmandu international airport or at local markets in Kathmandu.
  • Driving licence: International unexpired valid driving licence is required.

Mt Everest Base Camp – Complete Guide!

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Mt Everest Base Camp

Oh My God! I really cannot contain the excitement! I have finally done it. Mt Everest Base Camp – which was a distant dream – I have done it!!! This has been the epitome of all the adventurous things I have done so far in my life. But I will for sure confess – I … Read more

Acclimatisation is very important!

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Acclimatisation is very important!

I have been to a few of the higher altitude hikes in the Himalayas prior to the Mt Everest Base Camp (EBC) hike. I had always heard about the altitude motion sickness (AMS) but had never experienced it. But Mt Everest Base Camp hike definitely taught me how important it is to acclimatize and not … Read more

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