Yes. The main tourist centres like Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini are connected by good roads and all main routes are well serviced by tourist buses. However, roads to other towns for example Jiri and Dhunche are steep and narrow and only local buses are available. We advise you to hire a private jeep (4WD) to travel these roads safely. Typically tourist buses are driven with more care than local buses.

Nepal has been suffering with political unrest since the Maoist insurgency started. This is, so called public movement that is being campaigned for constituent assembly. According to rebel chairman the current constituent is not able to address 25 million of people in Nepal. The mission of this insurgency is to reform a constituent assembly on round table talk with all parties and leaders of civil society.

Families will fly into and out of Kathmandu, the nation's capital, and will likely have no reason to leave the city at all while on either trip. The orphanage where your child resides is located in Kathmandu, as is the U.S. Embassy. Families may choose to do some local sightseeing, but it is advisable that you always stay with a knowledgeable guide.

The Maoist since June 2006 has come out from the arm conflict and had began process of peace talk with Government which just recently culminated by them joining Government. The Maoists now have 5 Minister on the and around 75 Parliament members. As per the peace accord the Maoist has been surrendering their arms to UN peace monitoring team. Most of the foreign mission has lifted travel warning to Nepal.

In the past few years Nepal has experienced political unrest, however, the signed Nepal Peace Agreement, between the Government of Nepal and the Nepal Communist Party (Maoists) has brought this unrest to a close. Also, in May 2006, before the peace agreement was signed, the U.

Nepal is a economically poor country, however unlike many developing countries Nepal is quite safe. There is some instances of petty crime in Kathmandu, however in the rural areas crime is rare.

Well, the Maoist problem is a very serious one, and as you may know, the King abolished the government and all civil rights at the beginning of February 2005. The country is under martial law. As grim as that sounds, life goes on. In Kathmandu you will be safe, though you may experience times when the Internet and of course phone lines are down.

Yes you can. But we strongly advise you to buy your insurance in your home country before you leave. Insurance cover incorporating helicopter evacuation is a must!

All of the trips we offer at Himalayan Frontiers will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health, has an enthusiasm for hill walking, the great outdoors, different cultures and travel overseas. We pride ourselves on the relaxed and informal style of our trips, yet providing the best possible experiences in the Kingdom.

Any time of year is a great time to be in Nepal. If you wish to trek the best times are from September through November and March through May. The summer is the rainy season and as a result trekking is difficult. The winters are mild in Katmandu with no snow. Even though Nepal is home of the worlds highest mountain range, the country is at a warm latitude, the altitude offsets the sub continental heat leaving a very pleasant climate. Nepal is not always as cold as people think.

We work very hard to ensure you are placed in safe environments while volunteering. In Nepal you may have heard about the Maoists rebels. Their aim is change the way Nepal is run as a country. They are seen as no threat to foreigners as they seek only the local support of the Nepali people.

Travelling to Nepal is totally safe except on Maiosts affected area mainly remote parts of Nepal. Although Maiosts have declared war, there has not been a single incident of attack to the tourists. Just follow your own simple tips for safety, which should be enough to make your visit to Nepal smooth.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised travellers heading for Hong Kong and the southern Chinese province of Guangdong to postpone non-essential travel to those areas because of the outbreak. Check their Web Site for latest alerts and advisories. U.S. and Canadian health officials also say travelers should consider postponing non-essential trips to areas at risk such as Hanoi, Vietnam; Hong Kong or Guangdong province in southern China; and Singapore.

Even in pressurized airplane cabins, air pressure can cause problems for people with colds or sinus conditions. The resulting discomfort is typically felt during takeoff and landing and can become quite painful. It is most helpful to use decongestant nose drops before a flight. If the symptoms of sinusitis are severe, it is better to avoid flying altogether.

Ans. A visa is required to enter Nepal except SAARC* and Chinese nationals. One can get a visa at the Royal Nepalese Embassy or consulate or at the airport upon arrival. Two copies passport sized photograph are required to get visa. If a visitor already visited Nepal and intend to visit again within same year (within Jan-Dec) can obtain entry visa paying US$ 30 for 30 day.

From the Philippines, you can choose the following airlines: Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong airlines and then directly proceed to Kathmandu, Nepal. If you book a Philippine Airlines(PAL) ticket from Manila to Bangkok through the Internet, it would cost you Php13,416 plus taxes excluding subcharges. From Bangkok, you could ride a plane straight to Nepal. If you travel via Thai Airways, plane tickets would cost around $431 (Php 22,000) from Bangkok to Kathmandu.