A mountainous country in South Asia popular for trekking and having Kathmandu as its capital and largest city.
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Is there a way to get to the top of Mount Everest without hiking too far?
The title says it all, really.
Are there possibilities using helicopters for example? What are the prices? Any experiences?
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Actual price of hiring a porter for Everest base camp
I know hiring a guide/porter is not required for the Everest Case Camp hike, but I think it is a good way to add something to the local economy. I am considering getting hiring a porter for this hike. ...
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Is there a possibility to stay with a family in Himalayan or Karakoram mountainous regions?
How can I find a family to let me stay for a month in Himalayan or Karakorum regions of Northern Pakistan?
Do you know if there is a company/tour operators who have such services? For example, a ...
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Is it possible to buy outdoor clothing in Northern India/Nepal
Another shopping question, but I do think it is on topic!
I will soon travel to India, the first few months I will spend in the south and lower parts of the country where it will be warm and hot. As ...
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How to get from Delhi to Kathmandu overland?
I am going to Nepal and probably same as everyone flying to Delhi. I was considering going overland to Kathmandu from Delhi, however I have found many posts that advise against it in favor of a ...
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Annapurna Tilicho Lake without camping?
The Tilicho Lake is a side trek in the Annapurna circuit. Usually, the Annapurna circuit is traveled from guesthouse to guesthouse, without outdoor camping.
Is it possible to visit the Tilicho Lake ...
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Most effective way to bring money to India and Nepal
What is the most effective way to bring money for a backpacking trip to India and Nepal? Are ATMs available and reliable outside of the main cities? Do they charge commission? Or is it better to have ...
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How to visit India, Nepal and Sri Lanka on a single trip
On my upcoming trip to India, I also would like to visit the neighboring countries of Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Assuming I am flying into India (and out again) this means I need to get a multiple entry ...
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Buying plane tickets offline in Nepal
Is it possible to buy air tickets from Kathmandu, Nepal to Toronto, Canada from a Nepali travel agent or any airline operating from Nepal? I need to buy tickets "off-line" because my credit limit does ...
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On-site photography workshop in Nepal or India
I am an amateur photographer but do not have the patience to take classes to get better. I've heard of good workshops being taught while trekking in the Andes or the Himalaya but I cannot find ...
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How can I get a Nepal Telecom SIM card in Thamel, Kathmandu?
Does anyone know how I can get a Nepal Telecom SIM card in (or close to) Thamel, as a foreigner? Preferable straight away with not so much hassle because I plan on going trekking ASAP.
I want Nepal ...
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Explain this interaction between a traveller, a boy and a bag of bread in Nepal? [closed]
I aimlessly bumped into a youtube video. A traveller in Nepal seemed to call the poor little boy hiding behind a post an idiot? I don't understand what has happened between them? Is it a local scam or ...
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Trekking tips to Langtang [closed]
I'm thinking of trekking toward Langtang, Nepal. As i don't have much knowledge of the really place and about trekking. I with my team have planned to move at the end of march. so any one who has ...
