About
Nepal is a Himalayan country in South Asia, known for its mountains, culture, and religion. The capital is Kathmandu.
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Cities and Resorts
Connectivity & Internet
Average Speed25 Mbps
4G Coveragegood in cities, limited in mountains
SIM from Ncell or Nepal Telecom costs $5-10 for 5-15GB. Available at airports. No signal on most trekking routes (Everest, Annapurna). WiFi in teahouses.
Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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C
D
M
Indian-style Type D/M and European Type C plugs. Voltage 230V. Power cuts frequent. Bring flashlight
Local Transport
Operators: Tourist buses, Local buses, Microbuses
Booking: Bus terminals, travel agencies
Popular Routes
Kathmandu - Chitwan5-6h
NPR 1160-2176
Kathmandu - Lumbini8-10h
NPR 1451-2901
Kathmandu - Pokhara6-8h
NPR 1160-2901
Nepal has limited transport network due to mountainous terrain. Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines are reliable domestic carriers with modern ATR aircraft. Lukla flights (for Everest) are weather-dependent. Tourist buses are comfortable, local ones are crowded. Pathao is a taxi app. Mountain roads can be dangerous in monsoon season.
Local Cuisine
Dal bhat
momo
chapati
Tipping
Local term: Tip
Restaurants
10%Taxi
Round up fareHotels
Porter50-100 NPR per bag
Housekeeping50-100 NPR per day
Concierge100-200 NPR for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)500-1000 NPR per person
Driver (per day)300-500 NPR per person
Tipping is appreciated in Nepal. 10% for restaurants. Trekking guides and porters expect tips - important part of income.