🧭 Essential Travel Info for Tourists in Nepal
🚖 Taxis
- Available in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Official taxis have black plates with white numbers
- Meters are rarely used—negotiate fare in advance
- Use apps like Pathao or inDrive for reliable pricing
📱 Mobile SIM Cards
- Major providers: Ncell (urban) & Nepal Telecom (NTC) (rural)
- Buy at airport kiosks, mobile stores, or official outlets
- You need: Passport copy + passport photo
- Ask for a "Tourist SIM" for best data + call deals
💱 Money Exchange
- Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
- Exchange at banks, money changers (not hotels)
- Bring USD, EUR, or GBP for better rates
- Keep your exchange receipt for converting back
- ATMs widely available, may charge foreign card fees
🏞️ Top Relaxing & Tourist-Friendly Destinations
🌿 1. Pokhara – Lakeside views, cafes, yoga, cable car, and boating
🕊️ 2. Lumbini – Spiritual monasteries, meditation, Maya Devi Temple
🐘 3. Chitwan – Jungle safaris, canoeing, Tharu culture, eco-resorts
🏞️ 4. Bandipur – Heritage town, light hikes, scenic views
🧘 5. Nagarkot – Sunrise over the Himalayas, nature walks
🏙️ 6. Bhaktapur & Patan – Temples, pottery, art, and festivals
🌲 7. Tansen – Cool climate, crafts, hill views, peaceful vibes
🚔 Tourist Police Nepal
- 📍 Location: Inside NTB, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
- 📞 Phone: +977-1-4247041 or Dial 1144 (Free for tourists)
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
- 🌐 Website: nepalpolice.gov.np
- Assists with lost items, safety issues, and emergencies. English-speaking officers available.
