Short Mardi Himal Trek

Nepal Visa & Getting into Nepal

All the foreign nationals (except Indian nationals) should obtain Visa while entering Nepal. Nepalese Visa can be obtained either at Nepalese Embassy from the respective country or upon your arrival at the International Airport in Kathmandu or from Nepal’s border entry point.

Certain nationals are requested to arrange Visa prior to arrival in Nepal. The listed countries are- Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Liberia. The VISA is not granted directly from the immigration of Nepal on arrival.

Requirements for the VISA:

Traveler should have a valid passport for at least six months, recent digital photos (size: 1.5″ x 1.5″) and Visa fees (either US$ or equivalent) mentioned below:

Visa Facility Duration Fee

• Multiple entry 15 days US$ 30 or equivalent Nepalese currency
• Multiple entry 30 days US$ 50 or equivalent Nepalese currency
• Multiple entry 90 days US$ 125 or equivalent Nepalese currency

Extension of VISA: 

• USD 3 per day for minimum 15 Days
• USD 5 per day is Late Fine in case of Delay
• Additional USD 25 is applicable in case of Multi Re-entry Facility

Group Size:

Even single Trekker can join our package however cost will be expenses as you need to cover all the overhead expenses at your own. For group, normally, we run with minimum 2 people to maximum 10 in our published group departure program. In case of private group, we do not have any limitation for group size.  Usually, we provide 1 main guide, 1 porter for every 2 trekkers and Assistant Guide if require.

Minimum to 2 PAX: 1 Guide and 1 porter
4-6 PAX: 1 guide, 1 assistance guide and 3 porter
7-10 PAX: 1 guide, 2 assistance guide and 4/5 Porter

Guide and Trip Safety

Once, you confirm your trip, it is our responsibility to make your trip wonderful without creating any difficulties. Hence, we have prepared our itinerary in such a way that it will properly acclimatize you. Also, we request you in advance to have regular exercises and make habits to walk on a daily basis. Similarly, during the trek, you will be fully guided by our professional trekking guides and supporting team. They are properly trained in regards to safety and first aid. Even, we have every set up in case of an emergency such as high altitude medicine and Gammow Bag (High altitude Chamber bag). Please note High altitude Chamber Bag is used to provide heat in your body and it is available on certain cost. Moreover, to let you familiar with altitude, you are suggested to walk slow and steady and ensure for proper acclimatization.

For trekking, we provide local experienced guide speaking fluent English and familiar with the local routes, landscape, flora, fauna as well as culture, and tradition of certain areas and let you feel comfortable. We do not encourage child labour, hence, our porter will be above 16 years that are living in the Himalayas of Nepal; as well as carries only 20-22 kg weight per porter. Normally, the guide and support teams are selected with proper analyzing of their experience, leadership skills, and personal aptitude. Our guides are well familiar with different societies of all caste and customs along the trail and share the insight culture with you that is not even noted in the guidebook. To make our staffs more fluent and experienced, we consistently provide training. They have been participating in special training programs like Trekking guide training, Rock climbing, Ice climbing, Intensive Wilderness First Aid and many more that have been certified and approved by Nepal Government.

Health and Fitness

While Trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal, you will be hiking up in high altitude, hence slow and steady is the main concern which helps you to acclimatize properly with the altitude. During trekking, you will require to walk for 5-6 hours on average. If you are planning to trek in Nepal, make sure that you are in good shape and fitness, and consult your doctor or general physicians about your health. You should be physically and mentally prepared. Before commencing a trek, we recommend you to do some regular exercises, make habits to use stairs than the elevator that makes your knees strong, and, if possible, join some aerobics, gyms and make sure about your good health. If you are used to with these habits, you will definitely walk in the Himalayas of Nepal. Sincere preparation and strong determination for the trip are very important for making your trip a wonderful memory of your life. It is not compulsory to have any previous experience. Follow the guidance and enjoy the trip.

High Altitude Sickness

At a higher altitude, you will feel a decrease in the availability of oxygen and shorten in oxygen causing altitude sickness. If a person walks in the high altitude particularly climbs up too quickly, it is obvious that he might suffer from High altitude sickness. Hence, proper rest is required at that altitude. You can cure at the right time knowing certain symptoms of Altitude Sickness. Common symptoms are a headache, loss of appetite, tiredness and nausea, vomiting, dizziness and difficulty in sleeping. The best remedies that local belief and take is taking garlic, or ginger in the mouth. Eat dry food and take liquid as much as possible. We recommend Diamox if there are not any options. Also, we provide an experienced guide and staffs in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes. As they are natives of Nepal, they easily acclimatize and therefore can care for their clients. They are equipped with necessary medical supplies and will assist with basic first aid treatment. We design our tours to ensure clients are ready for high altitude and arrange alternative itineraries for those at risk.

Service Includes:

• 3 nights’ accommodation at Mountain Lodge or Homestay on a sharing basis during the trek
• Full board meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner followed by a cup of tea/ coffee)
• English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, and porters (2:1)
• All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance
• Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fee
• Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fees
• Trek transfer from Pokhara to Phedi and Siding to Pokhara in a private vehicle
• Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt,  Adventure Certificate
• Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket for trek- need to return back after trek
• All government and local taxes as applicable

Service Excludes:

• Nepal Visa – (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days)
• Kathmandu and Pokhara Expenses
• Travel insurance
• Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca-cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc.
• The cost incurred during emergencies, evacuations
• Tips for Guide/porters/driver
• Anything other than not mentioned in “Service Includes”