Frequently Asked Questions

Yes - most of our trips can be customised: start dates, pacing, rest days, hotels, private jeep transfers, and add-ons such as Chitwan, Pokhara, Kathmandu Valley tours.

Yes, we do! Private trips are great if you want:

• Your own pace + flexible stops
• Family travel
• Photography-focused itineraries
• Extra acclimatisation days

• Share your preferred trek/dates (or ask us to recommend).
• We confirm availability + final plan.
• You pay a deposit to secure the booking.
• We handle permits, logistics, and a pre-trek briefing.

It depends on the trek, but typically includes:

• Licensed guide + support staff
• Accommodation on trek (teahouses / lodges)
• Required trekking permits (where applicable)
• Ground logistics (transport, coordination)
• Safety planning + daily check-ins

We’ll clearly list What’s Included / Not Included on each trek page.

Yes we do! Fixed departures are ideal if you want:

• A set date (great for planning flights)
• A social group atmosphere
• Best-value shared logistics

Peak seasons: 2–4 months ahead (Autumn + Spring)

Everest flights / popular routes: earlier is safer

Last-minute: possible, but options may be limited

Common visa fees (Tourist Visa) are:

• "Transit - 5 USD
• 15 Days - 30 USD
• 30 Days - 50 USD
• 90 Days - 125 USD"

Source: https://tia.immigration.gov.np/en/post/on-arrival-tourist-visa (As of Feb 2026)

Yes - some nationalities must obtain a visa before arriving. Nepal Tourism Board lists the current exceptions.

"Prohibition to Visa on Arrival

Foreign Nationals (except officials and diplomatic passport holders) of following 12 countries are requested to obtain Tourist visa from Nepalese diplomatic mission (Embassies and Consulates) prior to their departure to Nepal.

Nigeria
Ghana
Zimbabwe
Swaziland
Cameroon
Somalia
Liberia
Ethiopia
Iraq
Palestine
Afghanistan
Syria"

Source: https://tia.immigration.gov.np/en/post/on-arrival-tourist-visa (As of Feb 2026)

Typically:

• Passport with sufficient validity
• Visa fee payment (often easiest in cash)
• A completed arrival form (done at kiosks/online depending on airport setup)

Rules can change - always check the latest guidance before travel.

In recent years, Nepal has moved toward stricter requirements around trekking with licensed guides on many routes, and policies/enforcement can vary by region and season. We recommend trekking with a licensed guide for safety, logistics, and compliance.

Yes - great for lower elevations and quieter trails. Higher passes can be snowbound. We’ll recommend winter-safe routes.

Some areas are still excellent (especially rain-shadow regions like Upper Mustang). Other regions can be wet with leeches and cloudy views—route choice matters.

For most travellers: altitude and recovery. That’s why itinerary pacing matters more than “being tough.”

We take acclimatisation seriously:

• gradual ascent planning
• rest/acclimatisation days where needed
• daily symptom checks
• conservative decisions (safety first)

If anyone feels unwell, we slow down, descend, or arrange evacuation if required.

Some trekkers choose it, some don’t. Being a medical decision - please ask your doctor. We’ll give practical altitude guidance, but medical decisions should be made with a clinician when possible.

Often yes, with a single supplement add-on, depending on season, availability, and route. In peak season, popular lodges in most of the busy villages sell out quickly.

Common options:

• dal bhat (best trekking fuel)
• noodles, soups, fried rice
• eggs, pancakes, porridge
• tea/coffee
• uou can always ask your guides to try out local delicacies.

Generally yes, if you keep it simple:

• eat hot, freshly cooked meals
• avoid raw salads at altitude
• wash hands / use sanitizer

We provide water filters (squueze kinds) for our treks. We also recommend refill + purification (filters/tablets/UV) to reduce plastic bottle waste. Bottled water is available in many places but creates waste and gets expensive at altitude.

Yes - sleeping bags, down jackets, poles, etc. We can recommend reliable rental shops and help you avoid low-quality gear.

Strongly recommended - especially in colder months or higher altitude routes.

Yes, if you're already here in Nepal. We do not have options for receiving payments via card online on our website. For deposits and invoices, wire transfers is often the easiest and reliable in our experience. 

Tipping depends on group size, trek length, and service level. We’ll give you a simple tipping guide before the trek so it doesn’t feel awkward.

Domestic flights can have strict baggage allowances (15kgs - 25kgs) and can be enforced. Pack light and use duffel - we’ll advise based on your route.

Yes - most travellers prefer a smooth start. We handle your airport pickups/drops, hotels, and pre-trek briefing.

Usually yes, often for a small fee at higher altitude. Bring:

• power bank
• multi-port charger
• spare batteries (camera/GoPro)

We prioritise:

• stabilise + assess
• descend if needed
• coordinate evacuation if required
• keep family/contacts updated (with your permission)

Yes. On top of being licensed trekking guides, our team is built around real mountain experience and safety-first decision-making. 

Yes - our team is local, and we try to keep our spendings within the villages (lodges, local suppliers) while also encouraging low-waste trekking practices.