Before you Go

Information on what to expect on the trip & preparing for a trip with Thamel Travels & Tours. It is very important to prepare for the weather of the trip season, clothes for the routes chosen and know your packing lists beforehand and get ready with necessary gears &  be prepared mentally for the trip. 

  • Borders and Visa Info

    What are Nepal visa procedures for Tourists?Nepal tourist visa is as simple as arriving at the airport and stamp on passport paying visa fee. Post cover - please arrive with Covid vaccinated proof with barcode. For easiness at the airport - please fill this form in advance and arrive with printed copy; the Nepal tourist visa link is: http://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visaWhat are Nepal ...

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  • Seasons

    Tourist Seasons in NepalAutumn (Oct - Nov) & Spring (Mar - May) are the main tourist seasons in Nepal & Bhutan. Both countries share similar geography, climate & terrains.Tourist Season in TibetAutumn & Spring are also the main tourist seasons in Tibet. However, being across the Himalayas, you could travel in Tibet in the monsoon (Jul - mid Sep) as well. The ...

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  • Trip Styles

    Trekking TourAt Thamel Travels & Tours, a trekking trip involves longer hours of walking for consecutive few days. This is mostly an ACTIVE TRAVEL route trip. A trekking trip may also involve climbing small peaks or hill tops.Transfers: Mostly private however a sharing mode of transfers could be the only option available at some points. Accommodations: Mostly mountain lodges. May require compromise ...

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  • Packing List

    The Complete Nepal Packing List: Trekking Gear, Seasonal Clothing & Trail EssentialsGetting your packing list right in Nepal matters more than in most places. You might start a trek in shorts and end it in a down jacket, all in the same week, as you climb from the warm terraces around Pokhara to a windswept pass above 4,000 meters. This ...

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  • Foods and Festivals

    Nepal, a land of the Himalayas and vibrant cultures, is equally famous for its rich cuisine and colorful festivals. From steaming momos to the grandeur of Dashain and Tihar, the country enjoys a sensory feast and attracts thousands of travelers every year.1. Major Nepali Festivals in 2025 & 2026Nepal follows the Bikram Sambat calendar, so festival dates change yearly. Here are ...

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