Agency vs independent, licensed vs unlicensed, porter-guides vs specialist guides — everything you need to make the right choice for your trek.
Nepal is a land of extraordinary contrasts — from the steaming lowland jungles of the Terai to the highest summits on Earth. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveller, there is always something new to discover, taste and experience. Use this guide as your starting point and let curiosity take you the rest of the way.
No time for EBC? These day and multi-day hikes within 3 hours of Kathmandu still deliver dramatic Himalayan views and genuine mountain culture.
Nepal is a land of extraordinary contrasts — from the steaming lowland jungles of the Terai to the highest summits on Earth. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveller, there is always something new to discover, taste and experience. Use this guide as your starting point and let curiosity take you the rest of the way.
A detailed, field-tested packing list from experienced guides — what to bring, what to skip, and what you can rent in Kathmandu.
Nepal is a land of extraordinary contrasts — from the steaming lowland jungles of the Terai to the highest summits on Earth. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveller, there is always something new to discover, taste and experience. Use this guide as your starting point and let curiosity take you the rest of the way.
Nepal’s seasons dramatically affect trekking, wildlife viewing and festival schedules. Here’s exactly when to go for every type of trip.
Nepal is a land of extraordinary contrasts — from the steaming lowland jungles of the Terai to the highest summits on Earth. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveller, there is always something new to discover, taste and experience. Use this guide as your starting point and let curiosity take you the rest of the way.