Frequently asked questions

Most nationalities receive a visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. Bring USD in cash and a passport photo; 15, 30 and 90 day options are available. We send a personalised visa brief with every booking.

At least six months beyond your date of entry, with two blank pages.

The Nepalese Rupee (NPR) is the local currency. USD and EUR exchange easily in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Carry cash above Lukla and in the far west — card acceptance is unreliable.

A guideline is USD 10–12 per day for your guide and USD 7–8 per day for a porter, shared across the group.

Yes. Nepal has one of the lowest violent crime rates in Asia and a long tradition of hosting independent travellers. All our guides are licensed, first-aid certified and carry satellite communicators on remote routes.

Every itinerary includes a documented evacuation plan. We coordinate directly with helicopter operators and CIWEC Hospital. Comprehensive insurance covering evacuation above 5,000 m is mandatory.

Yes — down jackets, sleeping bags, poles and duffels are all available to rent or buy in Thamel at excellent value. Your guide will run a full gear check before departure.

Porters carry a maximum of 15 kg shared between two trekkers. Extra luggage is stored securely at your Kathmandu hotel.

Expect 15–20°C in the sun and below freezing after dark above 4,000 m. Spring and autumn are the most stable; monsoon affects everything except Mustang and Dolpo.

Mountain flights to Lukla and Jomsom are weather dependent. We build buffer days into every fly-in itinerary.

Most treks require a national park or conservation area permit plus a TIMS card. Restricted areas such as Upper Mustang and Dolpo require a special permit and a licensed guide. We arrange all of it.

Since 2023 independent trekking without a licensed guide is prohibited in Nepal's national parks. Every Nepal Heaven trip includes one.