Arrival to Nepal FAQs
Q. How can I get On Arrival Visa?
A. Visit the link for detail information about visa http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/
Trekking permit in Nepal FAQs
Q. Can I apply for trekking permit on my own??
A. No. Only authorized trekking agencies can apply for trekking permit. Contact trekking agency for the permit.
Q. Should I carry my permit while I am on trek?
A. Yes, carry your passport and trekking permit throughout your trek. Make sure you take care of your valuable document like passport.
Q. Can I explore the route not included in my trekking permit?
A. No. Deviation from prescribed routes of trekking permit is treated as violations of law.
Q. Do I need to register at the Police check points or Immigration Points?
A. Yes, you should. It would be wise to register your trekking schedule and destination at your concerned embassy/consulate
Nepal Trekking FAQs
Q. How fit do I have to be and is trip for me?
A. This trip is suitable for any kind of person who is moderately fit, no previous experience is required. To condition yourself for the trip, some physical fitness programs such as walking, running, swimming, and hiking are recommended before you embark on your journey. Any person suffering from a pre-existing medical condition or diseases must seek medical advice before considering any trip. Whilst on the trip, it is common to experience some discomfort before being fully acclimatized.
Q. What is the weather & temperature like in trip?
A. Weather in the mountains (Himalayas) is notoriously difficult to predict. At night it is generally cooler and warmer during the days, in winter (January and February) it will be a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. There will be snow any time of year. It is also important to make sure that you can stay warm and dry in just about any conditions. Expect the unexpected! The temperature could be as high as 25 deg C to -15 deg C low.
Q. Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trip?
A. These facilities will be available some places only in this trip as this is remote area trip in Nepal. But in Kathmandu and trip starting point, of course yes. Remember to bring your adapters!
Q. Is there any communication while we are on trip?
A. There are telephones in few villages along the routes from which you can make international calls.
Q. Can I use credit cards in the places visit in trip?
A. In most cities yes, to some extent, however once you leave those cities behind, you can only use cash.
Q. How much additional money do I need per day?
A. It all depends on your spending habits. 20 to 50 US$ a day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, souvenir shopping of local crafts if/when available and few drinks. You can buy these things only in certain town.
Q. Is the water OK to drink? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter?
A. Yes, better to have purifying tablets. But you can buy also mineral water in some village along the trial on your own. Please bring a water bottle to fill up purified water.
Q. What essential documents do I need to bring with me on tour?
A. *Valid Passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour, keep a separate photocopy with Nepal visa.
*Travel insurance, keep a separate photocopy
*Flight tickets
*Emergency contact numbers for banks, insurance, family contacts.
Q. Do you use yaks/porters on the trip or do we carry all of our own gear?
A. Whilst on the trip, our porter will take care of your luggage service as per “Price Includes” section. All you need to carry is your small day bag for your personal belongings like camera, water bottle, sun cream etc.
Q. What opportunities will I have for shower along the trip?
A. Yes you will have hot shower service in lodge depends on areas of your trek.
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 can be reported at info@ntb.org.np . Updates will be made after verification from official sources.
ENTRY FEES |
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Place |
Foreign Nationals |
SAARC Nationals |
Chinese |
Nepalese |
Contact |
Remarks |
Kathmandu Durbar Square including Tribhuvan Museum |
NPR. 1000 |
NPR. 150 |
NPR. 1000 |
Free |
01-4268969 |
Below 10 years free |
National Museum, Chauni, Kathmandu |
NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) |
NPR. 50 (NPR. 75 for camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) |
NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) |
Students:NPR.10; Others: NRs. 25 (NPR. 50 for camera and NPR.100 for video camera) |
01-4271504 |
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 letter from school : NPR. 10; Student Card Discoount: 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 |
Closed on Buddha Jayanti |
Bhaktapur Durbar Square |
US$ 15 or NPR. 1,500 |
NPR. 500 |
NPR. 500 |
Free |
01-6612249 |
Below 10 years free. For groups from 11-20, one tour leader can enter free. |
National Art Museum, Bhaktapur |
NPR. 150 (NPR. 100 for camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) |
NPR.. 50 (NPR. 50 for camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) |
NRs. 150 (NPR.. 100 for camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) |
Students: NPR.10; Others: NPR.25 (NPR. 50 for camera, NPR. 100 for video camera) |
01-6610004 |
Closed on Tuesdays. The fee includes wood carving and brass and bronze museum in Dattrareya Square. |
Swayambhu Stupa |
NPR. 200 |
NPR. 50 |
NPR. 200 |
Free |
01-4281889 |
Below 10 years free. |
Bauddha Stupa |
NPR. 400 |
NPR. 100 |
NPR. 400 |
Free |
01-4489257 |
Below 10 years free. |
Pashupatinath Temple |
NPR. 1,000 per day per entry |
NPR. 1,000. Free for Indian Nationals |
NPR.. 1,000 |
Free |
01-4462767 |
Tourists can view the temple from the back premises. |
Changunarayan Temple |
NPR. 300 |
NPR. 100 |
NPR. 300 |
Free |
01-5090958 |
|
Ethnographic Museum, NTB, Bhrikutimandap |
NPR. 200 |
NPR. 100 |
NPR. 100 |
Students: NPR. 15; Others:NPR. 30 |
01-4256909 |
|
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 10 years free. |
Lumbini |
NPR. 200 |
NPR. 100 |
NPR. 200 |
Free |
071-580189 |
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 |
Below 5 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 10 years) |
NPR. 57 (NPR. 23 for children below 10 years) |
NPR. 100 (NPR. 50 for children below 10 years) |
NPR. 34 (NPR. 12 for children below 10 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; |