Tailored add-ons in Nepal trips refer to customizable essentials that enhance and personalize your travel experience, allowing you to align your journey with specific interests, preferences, and schedules. These add-ons can be combined into various types of trips, including trekking, expedition, climbing, cultural tours, wildlife safaris, and adventure activities.

Tailored add-ons include:

Customized Accommodations: Choose from a range of lodging options, from luxury hotels to homestays, to match your comfort and budget preferences. Upgrade your stay to accommodation featuring attached bathrooms during your trek. Enjoy additional comfort at select stops (start US$20/night during the trekking & start US$40/night in Kathmandu).

Porter/Sherpa Service: Let our skilled porters carry your gear so you can focus on the breathtaking beauty of the Nepal Himalaya. Each porter can transport up to 25 kg and can be shared by two trekkers. The cost per day US$ 22.

Helicopter: Flight in mountain areas depends on weather so you can...

Accommodation:

Single/Twin-sharing room with wooden beds, foam mattresses, and blankets (bring a sleeping bag for extra warmth/hygiene). Most of the place have shared toilets (usually Asian-style squat or Western toilets). Some of the place has attached toiled. Hot showers available (on extra cost). Higher up, hot water is scarce.

Meals:

During the hotel/guest house trekking, there are international menus so you can choose whatever you like. During the camping, our cook prepares the meals as your interest. Camping treks in Nepal offer a blend of traditional Nepali cuisine and familiar comfort foods, ensuring that trekkers are well-nourished and energized throughout their journey.

Breakfast: Porridge/Oatmeal (often with honey, fruits, or nuts), eggs (fried, scrambled, or omelets with veggies), Pancakes or Tibetan Bread (served with jam, honey, or peanut butter), Muesli/Cornflakes (with hot or cold milk), Tea/Coffee (black, milk tea, or ginger lemon honey tea) etc.

Lunch: Dal Bhat (Nepali staple: lentil soup, rice, vegetable...

Here’s a detailed guide on getting from Kathmandu to Shyabru Besi (Syabrubesi) and Dhunche, the main trailhead towns for treks like Langtang and Gosaikunda and Helambu areas:

Kathmandu to Dhunche / Shyabrubesi 122KM

Public / Deluxe Bus/ share Jeep

Departure: Daily from Machhapokhari (New Buspark) north of Thamel between 06:00–09:00 AM

Journey time: To Dhunche - 4-5 hours and To Syabrubesi 5-7 hours

Shared Jeep: Shared jeeps also leave from Machhapokhari from 07:00 AM to 8AM.

Private Jeep / 4WD Car:

Advantage: Best for Small groups (4–7) or seeking flexibility and comfort.

Journey time: To Dhunche - 4-5 hours and To Syabrubesi 5-7 hours

Cost: Every season all cost are changeable so please check by email or WhatsApp for recent cost.

Additional Tips

Road conditions: Main highways are paved (e.g., via Trishuli), but near Dhunche & Syabrubesi roads turn rough and unpaved.

Booking: Purchase tickets in advance.

Group travel: A private jeep for 5–7 travelers is the best

General Climate Overview

Nepal's climate is incredibly diverse due to its dramatic range in altitude—from the lowland Terai plains (around 60 meters above sea level) to the Himalayan peaks above 8,000 meters. The country experiences five main seasons: spring, summer, monsoon, autumn, and winter. Each region and elevation zone has its own unique weather patterns.

Mountain Region (High Himalayas)

Climate: Alpine to Arctic

Summer: Cool to cold, depending on altitude

Winter: Severe cold with frequent snowfall

Temperatures can drop below -20°C at high passes and base camps

Monsoon rains are lighter, but weather remains unpredictable

Nepal experiences four distinct seasons, each offering different trekking experiences:

Autumn (September–November)

Best trekking season clear skies, excellent mountain views.

Warm days, cold nights (as low as -10°C at high altitudes).

Ideal for long and high-altitude treks.

Winter (December–February)

Cold and snowy, especially above 3,000 m

High passes often closed: Thorong-La, Ganja-La, Chola, Renjo-La, etc.

Best for lower-altitude treks in the middle hills

Short days, brilliant sunshine

Spring...

You’ll need one main permits:

Langtang National Park Entry Permit

Foreigner: NPR 3,000 (USD 25–30)

SAARC national: NPR 1,500

Nepali citizen: NPR 100

Validity: One month from issue date.

Coverage: Entire Langtang National Park, including trails to Kyanjin Gompa, Gosaikunda, and Tamang Heritage.

Guide Mandatory: Solo trekking is prohibited. All trekkers must hire a licensed guide through a registered agency.

Checkpoints: At Dhunche (park entry), Syabrubesi, and Langtang village (fines for missing permits), Kutungsang, Sundarijal, Sarmangthang.

TIMS Card:

No longer required for Langtang / Helambu treks, however if need will provide.

Why These Permits Matter:

Conservation: Wildlife protection (snow leopards, red pandas), trail maintenance, and reforestation.

Community Support: Healthcare, schools, and tourism infrastructure.

Safety: rescue operations during emergencies (e.g., landslides)

Langtang National Park, established in 1976, is the first Himalayan national park in Nepal and the second-oldest national park in the country. Covering an area of 1,710 square kilometers, it lies in the north-central part of Nepal, bordering the Tibet Autonomous Region...

Asian Hiking Team’s trekking Guides are professionals with recognized records of honesty and personal integrity, committed to environmentally responsible trekking practices that minimize ecological impact.

Asian Hiking Team trekking guide duties are to navigate trails, ensure safety, explain local culture/history, arrange permits/accommodations, monitor altitude sickness, and manage logistics. Our guide is fluency in English (and other languages), first aid certification, cultural knowledge, and government licensing. Require Nepal Government licensing, formal training (e.g., Nepal Academy of Tourism/NATHM), first aid certification, and language proficiency. Our guide is friendly, professional, and well-mannered. Trained in customer service, problem-solving, and group handling.

Asian Hiking Team porter: Porters duties is carry trekker luggage (max 20–25 kg), transport equipment, and assist with camp setup. Physical endurance, basic trail familiarity, and teamwork. Most speak minimal English. No formal credentials, but reputable agencies ensure health checks, basic safety training, and gear provision etc.

Asian Hiking Team Porter-Guides: Porter guide is carrying light...

Trekking in Nepal is categorized into grades based on altitude, terrain difficulty, remoteness, and daily walking hours. The most widely used grading system includes Easy, Moderate, Strenuous, and Challenging.

Easy (Grade A)

Altitude: Up to 3,000 meters (9,800 ft)

Walking Hours: Max 3–5 hours per day

Terrain: Well-established trails, gentle ascents/descents, minimal steep sections.

Who is it for? Beginners, families, or those with limited time seeking cultural experiences and Himalayan views.

Moderate (Grade B)

Altitude: 3,000–4,500 meters (9,800–14,700 ft)

Walking Hours: Max 7 hours per day

Terrain: Mixed trails with some steep climbs and high passes, moderate altitude gain.

Who is it for? Trekkers with average fitness and some prior hiking experience.

Strenuous (Grade C)

Altitude: 4,500–5,500 meters (14,700–18,000 ft)

Walking Hours: Max. 8 hours per day, often for 2–3 weeks

Terrain: Remote, rugged trails with high passes; risk of altitude sickness increases.

Who is it for? Fit trekkers with prior multi-day trekking experience, able to handle high altitude.

Challenging (Grade D)

Altitude:...

Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS)

Trekking in the Himalayas poses risks of Altitude Sickness (AMS). The body needs time to acclimatize to higher altitudes, a process known as acclimatization.

Types of Altitude Illnesses (Acute Mountain Sickness AMS)

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE): Fluid in the lungs

High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE): Swelling of the brain

High Altitude Retinal Hemorrhage (HARH): Bleeding in the retina

Common Symptoms:

Headache

Nausea, loss of appetite

Sleep disturbance

Dizziness, mild weakness

Swelling of hands and face

Severe Symptoms (Seek Immediate Descent):

Severe, persistent headache

Shortness of breath at rest

Confusion, loss of coordination

Bluish lips or face

Coughing blood-tinged sputum

Coma or unconsciousness

Prevention Tips:

Drink 4–5 liters of fluids daily (avoid alcohol)

Ascend slowly and rest if symptoms appear

Avoid sleeping at a higher altitude if symptoms persist

Take Diamox (consult your doctor) before flying to altitude

Food & Water Safety

In Nepal, water and food contamination are common causes of illness.

Do:

Drink boiled, filtered, or bottled water

Eat thoroughly cooked meals

Wash fruits/vegetables before eating

Boil milk or ensure it’s purified

Avoid:

Uncooked...

Asian Hiking Team strongly recommend that you take out trip cancellation, air ambulance/helicopter rescue insurance. You should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. You must ensure that the policy you do take provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

You must carry proof of insurance (e.g. your insurance certificate) with you on the holiday; if you cannot provide this at the start of the holiday, you will be required to take out a suitable policy at that time. If this is not done or impossible for practical reasons, then you will not be allowed to continue with our trekking/climbing trips and will not be entitled to any refund for services not provided. Your insurance must include emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue services.

Recommended Insurance Company in Nepal (Only for Nepali)

Neco Insurance Co Ltd. - www.necoinsurance.com.np

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Landline and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. The network covers Kathmandu, major cities and towns and most of Nepal, except some rural Himalayan places. The Nepal Telecommunications Corporation is the national service supplier. There are also private service suppliers such as Hotels and private communication centres also provide long distance telephone, internet and fax facilities. You can get SIM card either NTC or N Cell with data to use the internet. The price for SIM card US$ 1, and you need to recharge as you require. You can buy a SIM card inside the airport or anywhere in Kathmandu or major cities. You need to bring a passport copy with Nepali visa and one passport size picture.

To call from outside, the country code for Nepal is “977” and the area code for Kathmandu is “1”. To call Nepal from other countries: 00 + country code (977) + city...

Credit cards like American Express, Master and Visa are accepted at major hotels, shops, Travel Company and restaurants. 3.5 to 4 percent of the total amount may be converted by the bank. ATMs are widely in use such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan-Sauraha, Bhairahawa, Namche, Lukla, Jomsom, Nepaljung, Biratnagar, Lumbini and other major cities and district head office.

All major cities or touristic place have money changer or Exchanger counter or Bank exchange counter. Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) provide service for exchanging foreign currency too.

Exchange rates are published in English dailies' newspaper such as "The Rising Nepal", "Kathmandu Post", and "The Himalayan Times" or visit in Nepal Rastya Bank website.

At Asian Hiking Team, we believe that every journey should be both transformative for the traveler and respectful to the host environment and communities. Responsible tourism isn’t just a practice—it’s a core value that shapes how we operate, lead tours, and engage with people and places.

Environmental Responsibility

We are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our operations while encouraging a greener way of traveling.

Our eco-conscious practices include:

Limiting group sizes to a maximum of 20 to reduce environmental pressure.

Using stainless steel mugs for tea/coffee to reduce single-use waste.

Relying on gas for cooking instead of wood fires, preserving forests.

Carrying out waste from high altitudes for proper city disposal.

Avoiding the use of soap near natural water sources.

Using reusable containers and encouraging travelers to bring their own refillable water bottles.

Leaving campsites cleaner than we found them.

Encouraging minimal water usage, especially in high-altitude regions.

Preventing trail damage by staying on established routes and avoiding switchback...