Official name: Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
Capital: Kathmandu
Population: 28 mil.
Area: 147 181 km2
Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
Official language: Nepali
Entering Nepal:
Tourist visas (15-, 30- and 90-day) are available on arrival at the international airport in Kathmandu and at all land border crossings that are open to foreigners.
Climate: Varies with its topography. It ranges from tropical to arctic depending upon the altitude. Summer, from June to August, is the monsoon season.
Good seasons for travelling (cycling): October – December, the skies are generally clear and the views spectacular. Late spring is a beautiful time to travel too.
Interesting websites:
Bikepacking.com – Bikepacking Annapurna
Riding Wild – Nepal
When we were there: 25.3. – 16.5. 2018
Total distance and altitude gain: 774 km / 17236 m
Budget: will be updated
Highlights: Stupa Bouddhanath, Annapurna Circuit
Tips for accommodation: a village Gangsahar (Annapurna Circuit)
Nepali Stories