What cultural differences should I be aware of when visiting Nepal?

As a multicultural country, Nepal respects people of all faiths, creeds and cultures and definitely expects the same from the visitors too. There are no such restrictions or limitations on your activities, except those considered illegal and immoral. That being said, public displays of affection are somewhat unacceptable in Nepal, and in order to feel comfortable and attract fewer stares, females may wish to wear long sleeves, especially in more remote areas.

Can I pay by card in Nepal?

Most places in the city will allow you to pay by card, however, there will usually be a surcharge of around 4% on top of your billed amount.

Can I withdraw money from ATMs in Nepal?

ATM counters are relatively common in cities and will incur a charge of about 4 USD per transaction.

Can I exchange other currencies in Nepal?

Nepal Rastra Bank decides the exchange rate, however, when you exchange the currencies in a money changer, you will get lower rates than those listed on the bank’s website.

What currency is used in Nepal?

Nepal uses Nepali Rupees. 1USD will be more or less equivalent to 100 Nepali Rupees, however, exchange rates fluctuate every now and then.

Where will we eat in the mountains?

As this is a group trekking adventure, everyone will eat together. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided at the guesthouse and lunch will be taken along on the trek. Breakfasts are included in Kathmandu and Pokhara, however, lunches and dinners will be left up to you. There will be plenty of opportunities to find good places to eat.

How are the rooms allocated?

This tour runs on a twin sharing basis. Solo travellers will be roomed with a fellow group member of the same gender, and if this option is not available then you will have a room to yourself. To guarantee a private room you will need to select the single supplement option for an additional cost. Please note that single supplements are only available during city stays.

Can you tell me more about the accommodations?

While in the cities you will be staying in good tourist class hotels, with the option to upgrade for an additional cost. Please contact our Travel Experts to arrange this. During the trek, the group will be accommodated in basic guesthouses.

Do I have to carry my own luggage?

There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day

Do you provide an equipment/gear list?

As this is an adventure trekking tour, you will need to have the proper trekking gear. A comprehensive gear list will be sent to you after you book the trip, and we highly advise making sure that you have all the necessary equipment.

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Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 10
Age range 8 to 80

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Highlights

Explore cultural sites in Kathmandu
Drive through Nepal's countryside to Pokhara
Trek through forests to Mardi Himal Base Camp
Catch sunrise over the Annapurnas
Relax by the lake in Pokhara after trek

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrival Day in Kathmandu
Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
Day 3 Drive to Pokhara (900m)
Day 4 Drive to Kande and Trek to Pitam Deurali (2,100m)
Day 5 Trek to Kokar (Forest Camp) (2,600m)
Day 6 Trek to High Camp (3,600m)
Day 7 Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m) and Trek Back to Low Camp (2,900m)
Day 8 Trek to Sidding and Drive to Pokhara
Day 9 Drive to Kathmandu
Day 10 Departure Day

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Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd
4.8

Paul
· January 29th, 2019
We did Mardi Himal trek and sightseeing in city was excellent. Thank you Ram our guide and Himalaya Heart treks team for great service.
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Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd commented on this review
Dear Paul Hilton Thank you for such a great review. We are happy to know that you liked our service on the adventure. It is our pleasure to have you on our trip and show you around. Would love to see you in the future for another adventure!
Trip date: January 2019

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Mardi Himal Trek 2024/2025

From Kathmandu to Kathmandu

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

What cultural differences should I be aware of when visiting Nepal?
As a multicultural country, Nepal respects people of all faiths, creeds and cultures and definitely expects the same from the visitors too. There are no such restrictions or limitations on your activities, except those considered illegal and immoral. That being said, public displays of affection are somewhat unacceptable in Nepal, and in order to feel comfortable and attract fewer stares, females may wish to wear long sleeves, especially in more remote areas.
October 5, 2018
Can I pay by card in Nepal?
Most places in the city will allow you to pay by card, however, there will usually be a surcharge of around 4% on top of your billed amount.
October 5, 2018
Can I withdraw money from ATMs in Nepal?
ATM counters are relatively common in cities and will incur a charge of about 4 USD per transaction.
October 5, 2018
Can I exchange other currencies in Nepal?
Nepal Rastra Bank decides the exchange rate, however, when you exchange the currencies in a money changer, you will get lower rates than those listed on the bank’s website.
October 5, 2018
What currency is used in Nepal?
Nepal uses Nepali Rupees. 1USD will be more or less equivalent to 100 Nepali Rupees, however, exchange rates fluctuate every now and then.
October 5, 2018
Where will we eat in the mountains?
As this is a group trekking adventure, everyone will eat together. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided at the guesthouse and lunch will be taken along on the trek. Breakfasts are included in Kathmandu and Pokhara, however, lunches and dinners will be left up to you. There will be plenty of opportunities to find good places to eat.
October 5, 2018
How are the rooms allocated?
This tour runs on a twin sharing basis. Solo travellers will be roomed with a fellow group member of the same gender, and if this option is not available then you will have a room to yourself. To guarantee a private room you will need to select the single supplement option for an additional cost. Please note that single supplements are only available during city stays.
October 5, 2018
Can you tell me more about the accommodations?
While in the cities you will be staying in good tourist class hotels, with the option to upgrade for an additional cost. Please contact our Travel Experts to arrange this. During the trek, the group will be accommodated in basic guesthouses.
October 5, 2018
Do I have to carry my own luggage?
There will be supporting staff members to carry your luggage in the mountains and you will have a porter between two people. Please remember to pack as lightly as possible for the mountain. Items not needed for the trek can be kept in the hotel. All you will need to carry is your daypack with essentials such as drinking water, energy bars, sun cream, camera, and any other stuff that you will need during the day
October 5, 2018
Do you provide an equipment/gear list?
As this is an adventure trekking tour, you will need to have the proper trekking gear. A comprehensive gear list will be sent to you after you book the trip, and we highly advise making sure that you have all the necessary equipment.
October 5, 2018

Good to Know

Tour ID: 115658

Currency
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before June 21st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 21st, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd . The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd " tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd . Please familiarize yourself with the Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition[P] Ltd payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
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