Welcome to the Hike Heights Travel Guide, your comprehensive resource for exploring the enchanting landscapes and cultural treasures of Nepal. Embark on a journey with us, where safety, expertise, and adventure converge to create memories that last a lifetime.
Note: There are a few countries, namely Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine, etc. People from these countries do not get visas from the immigration entry points of Nepal.)
Here’s what you’ll need when considering getting a visa at the airport or immigration entry point
Note: The submitted application stays in the system for 15 days, after which it’s automatically deleted. Ensure to submit your visa application within 15 days of your arrival date at the entry point. Your journey with Hike Heights begins with seamless visa processing!
Samsara Resort
Note: No visa required for Indian nationals; valid identification is necessary.
USD 5 for a day when transiting through a Nepalese airport due to a layover or force landing.
Already booked a trekking package with Hike Heights? Wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey? Look no further – we’re delighted to present our comprehensive checklist for your trekking journey. Feel free to adjust the list based on your preferences. Remember, travel light for convenience, and note that a porter is available for two people carrying up to 25 kg collectively. Pack wisely for an unforgettable trekking experience with Hike Heights!
Check out the general items list below:
Choosing the right season is crucial for an unforgettable trekking experience in Nepal. Let’s explore the best trekking seasons:
Season (March – May):
Summer Season (June – August):
Hike Heights is with you, providing safe and enjoyable treks throughout the year, adjusting to the weather conditions.
Anticipating potential risks is key to a seamless journey, and for travelers venturing to Nepal with us at Hike Heights, securing travel insurance is not just a suggestion but a mandatory precaution. Your insurance should encompass both medical expenses and emergency evacuation costs, with a minimum coverage of USD 100,000.
The allure of the Himalayas is accompanied by inherent risks, emphasizing the need for preparedness against unforeseen circumstances. Numerous insurance providers offer online services, affording you the flexibility to choose from a diverse range of options. Trekking in Nepal entails the possibility of minor health issues, injuries, and the critical concern of altitude sickness.
Opting for insurance that covers helicopter rescue costs for significant accidents or acute mountain sickness is crucial. In the event of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter becomes the lifeline, providing both ground evacuation and rescue operations.
Therefore, we insist that your travel insurance encompasses the expenses related to helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas.
Safety always takes precedence, and ensuring your insurance comprehensively covers these aspects from a reputable company is paramount. Be proactive in securing your safety before embarking on your journey with us.
When venturing into the realm of travel insurance, these providers cater to a spectrum of needs, ensuring you find a suitable plan for a secure and worry-free journey.
DECLARATION: These companies were recommended by our previous travelers and are for recommendation purposes only.
This is the basic list to cover the more common ailments that affect trekkers. Climbing groups, expeditions and trekkers going to isolated areas will need a more comprehensive kit.
Everyone has the only question in their mind right now is “Is Nepal Safe to travel?” Because of the concern on the devastation that earthquake brings, the focus it gets; the scenario has been made more significant than the actual situation. Since the Government of Nepal, Ministry of culture, Tourism, and Civil aviation, in its press release, has assured that Nepal is a safe and secure place to visit, there is no need to question the safety of travel in Nepal.
Nepal is rich in its beauty, and the earthquake has caused very little damage. Among 75 districts, only eight districts are affected, affecting the central and western districts only. Among ten national parks, only one is affected. Out of 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, only three sites are damaged. No effect in the highways and subways connecting major cities and towns; No effect in Nepal’s national and international airports; therefore, no risk to travel around. Only 2 out of 35 major trekking routes have been affected by the earthquake, making trekking in Nepal safe and okay. There has been no burst of epidemics or viral diseases. Communication in Nepal is not a problem with access to telephonic lines and the internet working fine and smoothly. There are plenty of hotels in Nepal and tourist destinations around which are completely safe.
Tourism is the primary source of the economy in Nepal. Most Nepalese are involved in tourism in various ways. The most effective way to help Nepal bounce back from this tragedy is to help the tourism here flourish. Life has turned back to normal; everything is in place, and reconstruction has boozed up. We are back with our regular schedule and are now taking the booking. We will organize all the treks and tours as planned and are ready to welcome our guests with safety assurance. We provide a Volunteer as you trek package for those touched and who want to help Nepal speed recovery. This is the unique blend of volunteering and trekking that allows you to help Nepal in two ways. One by providing short-term help of reconstruction and another by giving long-term help of flourishing tourism in Nepal.
Do not delay; Book your trekking package with Hike Heights. Your Safety is our responsibility.