Nepal Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are December and January good months to visit Nepal?
December
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January
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Did you know?
The surface area of Nepal is 56.8 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 96 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Kathmandu (NP) and Washington D.C. (US) is 7696 miles
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Safety
General travel safety level in Nepal on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 2 • Exercise a high degree of caution.
Update: 13 Oct 2024Currency
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Nepal
| Miles | Kathmandu | Pokhara | Patan | Sagarmatha National Park | Langtang National Park | Bhaktapur | Mount Everest | Makalu Barun National Park |
| Kathmandu | - | 90 | 3 | 85 | 34 | 7 | 96 | 106 |
| Pokhara | 90 | - | 91 | 168 | 97 | 97 | 177 | 191 |
| Patan | 3 | 91 | - | 85 | 36 | 6 | 96 | 106 |
| Sagarmatha National Park | 85 | 168 | 85 | - | 72 | 79 | 12 | 24 |
| Langtang National Park | 34 | 97 | 36 | 72 | - | 34 | 80 | 96 |
| Bhaktapur | 7 | 97 | 6 | 79 | 34 | - | 90 | 99 |
| Mount Everest | 96 | 177 | 96 | 12 | 80 | 90 | - | 22 |
| Makalu Barun National Park | 106 | 191 | 106 | 24 | 96 | 99 | 22 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Nepal
- Cuisine
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Nepal.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis is an infectious disease caused by arboviruses from the same family of microbes (Flaviviridae) that cause yellow fever or tick-borne encephalitis.The vector of infection is mosquitoes of the genus Culex and Aedes.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Prevent bug bites
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.Prevention
- Take antimalarial meds
- Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Nepal
Areas with malaria
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Nepal for tourism
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).
- Allowed stay: 90 days
- Obtainable at Tribhuvan International Airport and certain land borders.
- Total aggregate stay of no more than 150 days in any given calendar year.
- US Citizens are eligible for five-year multiple entry visas.
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Nepal the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, D, M sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type C
Type D
Type MFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 49 / 231 Ranking | 29 136 808 Chhettri 16.6%, Brahman-Hill 12.2%, Magar 7.1%, Tharu 6.6%, Tamang 5.8%, Newar 5%, Kami 4.8%, Muslim 4.4%, Yadav 4%, Rai 2.3%, Gurung 2%, Damai/Dholii 1.8%, Thakuri 1.6%, Limbu 1.5%, Sarki 1.4%, Teli 1.4%, Chamar/Harijan/Ram 1.3%, Koiri/Kushwaha 1.2% |
Area | 96 / 230 Ranking | 56.8 thous. mi² It is approximately 2% of the territory of United States. |
Life expectancy | 135 / 196 Ranking | 72.1 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 71.4women 72.9 |
Median age | 46 / 157 Ranking | 25.3 Average age of population expressed in years.men 23.9women 26.9 |
Population growth | 100 / 172 Ranking | 0.81% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 105 / 131 Ranking | 67.9% Ability to read, write and count.men 78.6%women 59.7% |
GDP | 156 / 194 Ranking | 4 007 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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