Nepal Country Quickfacts
| Area: | 147,181 square kilometres |
| Capital: | Kathmandu |
| Country Code: | 977 |
| Country Population: | 28,000,000 |
| Credit Cards: | All major credit cards are accepted. |
| Currency: | Nepalese Rupee (Rupee = 100 Paise) |
| Departure Tax: | NPR 1100. |
| Drives on the: | Left |
| Electricity: | 220V, 50 Hz |
| Ethnic Groups: | 90% Nepali 10% Indian origin |
| Flag: |  |
| Licence: | International driving licence is required. |
| Location: | East Asia |
| Official Language(s): | Nepali (official), Newari, Bhutia, Maithali |
| Religion: | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Time Zone: | 10.75 hours ahead of New York/Toronto and 13.75 hours ahead of Los Angeles/Vancouver |
| Tipping: | Tipping in Nepal is pretty customary and we suggest the following guideline: • Local guides: NPR 1000 per day (approx. $USD 12) • Drivers: NPR 500 per day (approx. $USD 6) • Porters (hotel): USD $ 0.5 per piece of luggage • When on a trekking holiday, make sure to tip your guide as well as the porters who carry your luggage. |
Nepal Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Nepal.
Learn about the history and culture of Nepal, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Nepal's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Nepal for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Nepal tours today!
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