YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS

VISA: Most nationalities can obtain a Nepal tourist visa on arrival at international airports and land borders. A passport valid for at least six months, a passport-sized photo, and the visa fee are required. Some nationalities must obtain a visa in advance. PERMITS: No permits are required to enter Nepal. However, travelers visiting national parks, conservation areas, or trekking regions must obtain trekking and conservation permits. Travel to Tibet (China) and Bhutan requires special permits arranged in advance, which Yantra Tours & Travels can organize. CLIMATE & SEASONS: • Nepal’s climate ranges from tropical lowlands to alpine Himalayan regions. • Spring (Mar–May): Mild temperatures, flowers in bloom • Summer/Monsoon (Jun–Aug): Warm, green landscapes, rain mostly at night • Autumn (Sep–Nov): Best trekking season, clear mountain views • Winter (Dec–Feb): Cold mornings, clear skies, good for low-altitude travel COMMUNICATION & INTERNET: Mobile networks cover most regions. SIM cards (Namaste or Ncell) are easily available. Internet is widely available in cities and limited along trekking routes. TRAVEL INSURANCE: All travelers must carry travel insurance covering high- altitude trekking and helicopter rescue. A copy of the insurance policy must be provided before departure. ACCOMMODATION & FOOD: Accommodation ranges from budget to luxury hotels in cities and tea houses to lodges on trekking routes. Hygienic local and international food is widely available. Momo is a popular and safe local dish. MONEY & BANKING: ATMs and money changers are available in major cities and tourist towns. Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and restaurants. ELECTRICITY: 220V / 50Hz. Power cuts may occur in rural areas. CULTURAL ETIQUETTE: Remove shoes before entering temples and homes. Walk clockwise around stupas. Respect local traditions and avoid encouraging begging. TIPPING: Tipping guides, porters, and drivers is customary and appreciated. TELEPHONE: International dialing code: +977

FAQ (frequently asked questions) The Travel info section of our website covers most of the quires and required travel information there are also some tips and advice in info section of Tibet and Bhutan travel, other than this section contains some of frequently asked questions. If these provided information does not covers your requirements please feel free to write to us on our e-mail “info_yantratours@ntc.net.np”. You can also call us on any convent means of communication. DO I NEED A VISA TO VISIT NEPAL? Yes. Most nationalities can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Nepal’s international airports and land border points. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Some nationalities must obtain a visa in advance. ARE PERMITS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL IN NEPAL? No permits are required to enter Nepal. However, trekking and conservation permits are mandatory for national parks, conservation areas, and most trekking routes. DO I NEED PERMITS FOR TIBET OR BHUTAN? Yes. Travel to Tibet (China) and Bhutan requires special permits arranged in advance. These usually take 2–3 weeks to process and can be organized by Yantra Tours & Travels. WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT NEPAL? The best seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), offering clear skies and excellent mountain views. Winter and monsoon are also suitable for selected itineraries. WHAT IS NEPAL’S CLIMATE LIKE? Nepal has diverse climates ranging from tropical lowlands to alpine Himalayan regions. Temperatures vary by altitude, with warm days and cooler nights, especially in the mountains. IS TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIRED? Yes. All travelers must have travel insurance covering medical treatment, high-altitude trekking, and helicopter rescue. A copy of the insurance policy is required before departure. IS NEPAL SAFE FOR SOLO AND FEMALE TRAVELERS? Yes. Nepal is generally safe for solo and female travelers, especially in cities and popular trekking areas. For remote or high-altitude treks, hiring a guide is strongly recommended. CAN I TRAVEL TO NEPAL WITH CHILDREN? Yes. Traveling with children is convenient. For trekking, additional support such as a porter or assistant can be arranged in advance. IS INTERNET AND MOBILE SERVICE AVAILABLE? Mobile networks are widely available, and SIM cards are easy to purchase. Internet access is common in cities and available at limited points along trekking routes. WHAT ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE? Nepal offers accommodation from budget guesthouses to luxury hotels in cities and tea houses and lodges on trekking routes. WHAT KIND OF FOOD IS AVAILABLE? Both local and international cuisines are widely available. Momo (Nepali dumplings) is a popular, hygienic, and nutritious local dish. HOW CAN I ACCESS MONEY IN NEPAL? ATMs and money exchange services are available in major cities and tourist centers. Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and restaurants. WHAT ELECTRICITY STANDARD IS USED IN NEPAL? Nepal uses 220V / 50Hz electricity. Power cuts may occur in rural areas. WHAT CULTURAL ETIQUETTE SHOULD I FOLLOW? Remove shoes before entering temples or homes, walk clockwise around stupas, and respect local customs and religious practices. IS TIPPING EXPECTED IN NEPAL? Yes. Tipping guides, porters, and drivers is customary and appreciated. HOW CAN I CONTACT YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS? You can email us at info_yantratours@ntc.net.np for any additional questions or assistance.

YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS

VISA: Most nationalities can obtain a Nepal tourist visa on arrival at international airports and land borders. A passport valid for at least six months, a passport-sized photo, and the visa fee are required. Some nationalities must obtain a visa in advance. PERMITS: No permits are required to enter Nepal. However, travelers visiting national parks, conservation areas, or trekking regions must obtain trekking and conservation permits. Travel to Tibet (China) and Bhutan requires special permits arranged in advance, which Yantra Tours & Travels can organize. CLIMATE & SEASONS: • Nepal’s climate ranges from tropical lowlands to alpine Himalayan regions. • Spring (Mar–May): Mild temperatures, flowers in bloom • Summer/Monsoon (Jun–Aug): Warm, green landscapes, rain mostly at night • Autumn (Sep–Nov): Best trekking season, clear mountain views • Winter (Dec–Feb): Cold mornings, clear skies, good for low-altitude travel COMMUNICATION & INTERNET: Mobile networks cover most regions. SIM cards (Namaste or Ncell) are easily available. Internet is widely available in cities and limited along trekking routes. TRAVEL INSURANCE: All travelers must carry travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking and helicopter rescue. A copy of the insurance policy must be provided before departure. ACCOMMODATION & FOOD: Accommodation ranges from budget to luxury hotels in cities and tea houses to lodges on trekking routes. Hygienic local and international food is widely available. Momo is a popular and safe local dish. MONEY & BANKING: ATMs and money changers are available in major cities and tourist towns. Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and restaurants. ELECTRICITY: 220V / 50Hz. Power cuts may occur in rural areas. CULTURAL ETIQUETTE: Remove shoes before entering temples and homes. Walk clockwise around stupas. Respect local traditions and avoid encouraging begging. TIPPING: Tipping guides, porters, and drivers is customary and appreciated. TELEPHONE: International dialing code: +977

FAQ (frequently asked questions) The Travel info section of our website covers most of the quires and required travel information there are also some tips and advice in info section of Tibet and Bhutan travel, other than this section contains some of frequently asked questions. If these provided information does not covers your requirements please feel free to write to us on our e-mail “info_yantratours@ntc.net.np”. You can also call us on any convent means of communication. DO I NEED A VISA TO VISIT NEPAL? Yes. Most nationalities can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Nepal’s international airports and land border points. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Some nationalities must obtain a visa in advance. ARE PERMITS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL IN NEPAL? No permits are required to enter Nepal. However, trekking and conservation permits are mandatory for national parks, conservation areas, and most trekking routes. DO I NEED PERMITS FOR TIBET OR BHUTAN? Yes. Travel to Tibet (China) and Bhutan requires special permits arranged in advance. These usually take 2–3 weeks to process and can be organized by Yantra Tours & Travels. WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT NEPAL? The best seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), offering clear skies and excellent mountain views. Winter and monsoon are also suitable for selected itineraries. WHAT IS NEPAL’S CLIMATE LIKE? Nepal has diverse climates ranging from tropical lowlands to alpine Himalayan regions. Temperatures vary by altitude, with warm days and cooler nights, especially in the mountains. IS TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIRED? Yes. All travelers must have travel insurance covering medical treatment, high-altitude trekking, and helicopter rescue. A copy of the insurance policy is required before departure. IS NEPAL SAFE FOR SOLO AND FEMALE TRAVELERS? Yes. Nepal is generally safe for solo and female travelers, especially in cities and popular trekking areas. For remote or high-altitude treks, hiring a guide is strongly recommended. CAN I TRAVEL TO NEPAL WITH CHILDREN? Yes. Traveling with children is convenient. For trekking, additional support such as a porter or assistant can be arranged in advance. IS INTERNET AND MOBILE SERVICE AVAILABLE? Mobile networks are widely available, and SIM cards are easy to purchase. Internet access is common in cities and available at limited points along trekking routes. WHAT ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE? Nepal offers accommodation from budget guesthouses to luxury hotels in cities and tea houses and lodges on trekking routes. WHAT KIND OF FOOD IS AVAILABLE? Both local and international cuisines are widely available. Momo (Nepali dumplings) is a popular, hygienic, and nutritious local dish. HOW CAN I ACCESS MONEY IN NEPAL? ATMs and money exchange services are available in major cities and tourist centers. Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and restaurants. WHAT ELECTRICITY STANDARD IS USED IN NEPAL? Nepal uses 220V / 50Hz electricity. Power cuts may occur in rural areas. WHAT CULTURAL ETIQUETTE SHOULD I FOLLOW? Remove shoes before entering temples or homes, walk clockwise around stupas, and respect local customs and religious practices. IS TIPPING EXPECTED IN NEPAL? Yes. Tipping guides, porters, and drivers is customary and appreciated. HOW CAN I CONTACT YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS? You can email us at info_yantratours@ntc.net.np for any additional questions or assistance.