How can I book a trip?
When you confirm your trip, we will email you the details of how to proceed. We will need an electronic copy of your passport and at least 30% of the total trip price as deposit for advanced park entry ticket, trekking permit, and transportation and hotel booking. For more details please visit our Terms and conditions at http://www.highhimalayan.com/termsandconditions/
Do I need a visa to travel to Nepal?
Where do I get my visa from? All foreign nationals, except Indian citizens, need to obtain a visa to enter Nepal. You need a valid passport, two passport-size photos and US$ 45 for 30 days. The visa fees may vary over time so please check with the embassy or consulate prior to your departure to be on the safe side. For visa fee details, you can check here.
The best way to apply for a visa is from the Embassy of Nepal in your home country or from the Immigration office at the entry points of Nepal.
A visa application form for Nepal can be downloaded from here.
For more information, check here.
What are the health requirements to visit Nepal?
You do not officially require any immunisations to enter Nepal, unless you come from an area where yellow fever is present, in which case you must show a proof of immunisation. However, it is always recommended to seek medical advice at least six weeks prior to your trip.
Will someone meet me at the airport upon arrival?
Yes, an airport representative will come to the airport to pick you up. We will be displaying banner of High Himalayan Climbing and Expeditions Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. The airport transfer is included in your trip.
Will my mobile phone work in Nepal?
Please contact your service provider and check if Nepal is included in their ‘Global roaming’ package. Please note that not all parts of Nepal are covered by the GSM Network in Nepal.
What is the currency of Nepal?
The Nepalese currency is the Nepalese Rupee or Nepali Rupee, and in short it is written NRS or RS.
Current notes of the following denominations are used: 1000, 500, 100, 50, 25, 10, 5 rupees. The coin system hasn’t been too popular in Nepal and hence not much used. The coins of the following denominations can be found: 1 paisa, 5 paisa, 10 paisa, 50 paisa and 1 Rs, 2 Rs, and 5 Rs.
It is recommended that you travel with smaller notes in the less populated areas, while large notes are easily accepted elsewhere.
Are there any ATMs in Nepal? Yes, in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Also in larger villages in the mountain region, like for example in Namche Bazaar (Everest region).