About Nepal

Nepal is a land-locked country situated between to large countries, India in the south, east and west and China in the North. It is a country in the lap of snow clad mountains which chain the territory of it in the north. In the ranges of the snow clad mountains it conceals many - more world famous mountains including Mt. Everest. The name of the highest mountain, Mt, Everest comes immediately after the utterance of the name of this country because of its height in the world.

Nepal is not only a county of world famous mountains but also a country from the cultural and historical points of views. Everyone can find this county as a burning example of the storage of different arts crafted in the temples and monasteries especially in every corners of the Kathmandu valley. Though Kathmandu valley itself is separated physically into three parts known as Kathmandu Patan and Bhaktapur but it is merged into one to show the flourish of art and handicrafts from a long past in the valley.

Numerous ponds and lakes, different National Parks preserving wild lives, great rivers flowing with great current originated from the snow-clad mountains are the additional attractions of this country. Though the country occupies a small area, it is perfectly decorated itself with the natural beauties. So, the visitors do not hesitate to call it a piece of "Paradise".

Nepal offers a year round calendar of activities and events, as varied as High Himalaya Treks, Expeditions, Pony treks and elephant back safari, white water rafting, kayaking and sport fishing, cultural tours and attending dramatic festival ceremonies. What ever the season is there is plenty to do in Nepal and we put together the combination packages that rival any adventure vacation plan in the world.

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Access to Nepal

By Air: The Royal Nepal Airlines (RA) is the National Flag Carrier of Nepal with flight to/from Delhi, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Osaka, Shanghai and Singapore. Other International Airlines operation from/to Kathmandu are Thai International (Bangkok), Qatar Airways (Doha), Gulf Air (Abu Dhabi), Biman Bangladesh Airlines (Dhaka), Indian Airlines (Delhi, Kolkota, Varanasi), Jet Airways ( Delhi), Aeroflot Russian Airlines (Moscow), Singapore Airlines Singapore), Transavia (Amsterdam), Martin Air, Pakistan International Airlines ( Karachi), Druk Air (Paro) Lauda Air ( Vienna) and China South-west Airlines ( Lhasa).

By Land: All visitors entering Nepal by land must use no other entry points other than

(a) Kakarvitta (b) Birgunj (c) Belhiya, Bhairawa (d) Nepalgunj (e) Dhangadi and Mahendranagar in the Nepal-India border and Only from Kodari in the Nepal-China border.

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Climate

Nepal has four climatic seasons. Average temperature in Kathmandu.

a) Spring: March-May [30 °C Days, 12 °C Nights, Occasional Rain

b) Summer: June-August [30 °C Days, 19 °C Nights, Wet

c) Autumn: September-November [25 °C Days, 10 °C Nights, Dry

d) Winter: December-February [18 °C Days, 01 °C Nights, Dry

The best season to come to Nepal are October-December and February-April. October is post monsoon time, thus the countryside is lush green, with excellent visibility and generally balmy temperatures. In February, temperatures area little cooler, particularly at the higher altitudes. The land is dryer and the visibility may not be quite so good, but flowers are in bloom adding wonderful colour to the landscape. The temperature can change very quickly at any time of year when the sun goes behind a cloud, and certainly in the evenings it can be cold. The weather can vary significantly. July-September is monsoon season.

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Entry Procedures: (Immigration Formalities)

Indian Nationals do not require visa. However, effective from October 1, 2000, Indians traveling to Nepal by air have to show upon arrival at entry point either a passport, voter’s identity card issued by Election Commission of India, or and identify card with photograph issued by the Central or State Government of India. Temporary identity card with photograph issued by Nepal-based Indian diplomatic mission for identification of Indian nationals will also be considered in case of exceptions. Children under 10 years need not show any identification.

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Tourist Visa:

Visa Facitity Duration Fee:

Tourist Visa Extension:-

Tourist entry visa can be obtained for the following duration from Nepal Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices in Nepal:

- Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 30 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 2 per day
- Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).

Gratis (Free) Visa

Tourist entry visa can be obtained for the following duration from Nepal Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices in Nepal:

- Gratis visa for 30 days available only for tourists of SAARC countries.
- Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.

Transit Visa

Transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at the entry points upon the production of departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, by paying US $ 5 or equivalent convertible currency.
For further information, please, contact Department of Immigration, Maitighar, Impact Building, Kathmandu, Tel:00977-1-4221996 / 4223590 / 4222453 , web site: www.immi.gov.np )

Some Important information to tourist : Don't or Do's

A tourist may stay in Nepal up to 150 days in a visa year (Jan-Dec).
A tourist must extend his/her visa before expiry of the visa validity period. A tourist who does not comply with these regulations may be liable of fine and other prosecution as provided in Immigration Act and Rules.
A Foreigner having obtained tourist visa shall not be allowed to work with or without receiving remuneration.
A foreigner shall not be allowed to carry out any work other than that for which purpose s/he has obtained the visa.

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Airport Tax

Nepalese Rupees 1320/- per person for departure to SAARC (South Asian) countries and Rs. 1650/- for departure to other international destinations.

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