Stories from the HimalayasA 7-Day Nepal Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
A realistic week in Nepal: Kathmandu's heritage, the hills at Nagarkot and Pokhara's lakeside, plus simple swaps for a short trek or a Chitwan safari.
Solo Female Travel in Nepal: Trekking Safety Guide
Practical advice for women trekking or travelling alone in Nepal, including what governments say, choosing a guide, staying safe in cities and on trails.
Best Treks in Nepal in October
October is Nepal's busiest trekking month. See the best treks, what the weather's like, how festivals affect travel, and how to avoid the crowds.
Trekking in Nepal in June: Is the Monsoon a Problem?
Can you trek in Nepal in June? How the monsoon affects trails, flights and views, which rain shadow routes stay drier, and what to watch out for.
Trekking in Nepal in December: Weather and Best Routes
Is December a good time to trek in Nepal? What the weather's like, which routes work best, what to watch out for on high passes, and how to pack.
Upper Mustang Permit Cost: What You'll Pay and the Rules
What the Upper Mustang restricted area permit costs, why sources disagree on the fee, what else you'll need and how the guide rules work.
Annapurna Circuit Elevation: A Day-by-Day Altitude Guide
Annapurna Circuit altitudes explained: Thorong La at 5,416 m, sleeping heights on our itinerary, how much you gain each day and how to acclimatize.
Everest Base Camp: Nepal or Tibet?
Should you visit Everest Base Camp from Nepal or Tibet? Compare access, time, cost, permits, altitude and what you'll see on each side.
Lukla Airport: What Trekkers Should Know Before They Fly
The facts about Lukla's Tenzing-Hillary Airport: its short sloping runway, Ramechhap flights, weather delays, luggage, safety and how to plan around them.
Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return: Cost and What to Expect
What a helicopter return from Everest Base Camp costs, how shared and private flights work, and when it makes sense to fly out instead of walking back.