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Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal

The prospect of travelling to the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal is both exciting yet worrying at the same time. Home to the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, this is problem what got Nepal into the travel radar of many people.

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. The view from the summit of Chukhung-Ri at 5546m
The view from the summit of Chukhung-Ri at 5546m

The mountain scenery is simply stunning, where many of the world’s highest peaks instill a sense of awe for this Himalayas which is also known as the Roof of the World. Here’s what’s worrying.

  • The country is not visa free.
  • Flying to Nepal is not economical at price per mile flown
  • The country’s political unrest can disrupt travel
  • The country is prone to flooding
  • The country is prone to earthquakes
  • What about hygiene and comfort?
  • What about recent rules of compulsory guides required for all treks?
  • If I am not going to see Mount Everest or even summit the mountain, what’s the point?

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The above questions have confronted me many times before I have seen and experienced the country, and yet I am looking forward to visiting Nepal again. Having spent some 32 days in the country, Nepal now holds a firm position in my list of budget countries to travel to, especially in times of political stability. Getting an ensuite and meals can be less than USD20 per day within cities, and even on the trekking trails.

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. The view from the summit of Kala Patthar at 5645m
The view from the summit of Kala Patthar at 5645m. Everest is obscured by the clouds.

If I were to return to hike in the Khumbu region, I would probably avoid flying so the flights are not reliable as they are the most expensive part of any trip to Nepal. While I have heard of how unpleasant jeeps may be, they are probably still more reliable for flying where flights are frequently cancelled due to a lack of visibility.

There’s nothing one can do about the earthquakes and floods other than to pray that they will never occur when one is there.

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal Travel Articles.

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  • One Pass, Two Passes, Three passes?
  • Things I wish I had known before the trip
  • Chitwan National Park and Pokhara
  • Annapurna Circuit
  • Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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