Tips, guides & stories from the Himalayas
24 articles
Trekking
Agency vs independent, licensed vs unlicensed, porter-guides vs specialist guides — everything you need to make the right choice for your trek.
Trekking
No time for EBC? These day and multi-day hikes within 3 hours of Kathmandu still deliver dramatic Himalayan views and genuine mountain culture.
Health & Safety
Acute Mountain Sickness affects a third of trekkers above 3,000 m. Our guide — written with a Kathmandu-based physician — could save your trek.
Travel Tips
Everything you need to know about traveling solo in Nepal — from safety tips and best destinations to accommodation, transport, and connecting with fellow adventurers.
Wildlife
Both offer rhinos, tigers and incredible birdlife. But the experience is very different. We break down exactly which suits your travel style.
Culture & Food
Momo, chatamari, sel roti, aloo chop — Kathmandu's street food scene is extraordinary. Here's where to eat and what to order.
Travel Tips
From $30-a-day backpacker routes to savvy splurge picks, here's how to make the most of Nepal without overspending.
Trekking
A detailed, field-tested packing list from experienced guides — what to bring, what to skip, and what you can rent in Kathmandu.
Travel Tips
On-arrival visas, e-visas, costs, extensions and border crossings — the complete practical guide for visiting Nepal.
Trekking
Nepal's seasons dramatically affect trekking, wildlife viewing and festival schedules. Here's exactly when to go for every type of trip.
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Nepal is one of the world's great spiritual destinations, with sacred sites representing both Hinduism and Tibetan Buddhism.
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Chitwan National Park is Asia's premier wildlife destination — here's everything you need to plan your perfect safari.