Nepal packs an astonishing amount into a small country: the medieval temple squares of the Kathmandu Valley, the lakeside calm of Pokhara under a wall of white peaks, jungle safaris for rhino and tiger in Chitwan, and — for the fit — some of the finest trekking on earth.
You don't have to trek to feel the mountains here; a dawn flight along the Himalaya brings Everest to your window. Here's our short brief.
Best time to go
October – NovemberThe finest season — clear post-monsoon air, the mountains at their sharpest, warm days.
March – AprilSpring: rhododendron in bloom on the trails, warm and mostly clear, a touch more haze than autumn.
June – SeptemberThe monsoon — green and quiet, but cloud hides the peaks and some trails are wet.
What not to miss
Kathmandu ValleyThe temple squares of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, plus Boudhanath and Swayambhunath.
PokharaLakeside serenity beneath the Annapurnas — the base for treks or simply for the view.
Everest mountain flightAn hour's dawn flight along the Himalaya to Everest and back — no trekking required.
Chitwan National ParkJungle safaris for one-horned rhino, and if you're lucky, a tiger.
Nagarkot sunriseA Himalayan sunrise from the valley rim, an easy drive from Kathmandu.
Visas & entry
Most visitors, including Malaysians, obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Kathmandu, or online in advance. We'll tell you exactly what to prepare and can arrange it ahead.
Visa & OCI servicesPractical tips
- Altitude is real even without trekking — take it gently on the first day and drink plenty of water.
- Bring layers: warm mornings and cold evenings, especially in autumn and spring.
- Carry cash for temple entries and small shops; ATMs are in the cities only.
- If you'd like to trek, tell us your fitness — we match the route, from gentle day walks to longer routes.
