Planning your journey with Adler Adventure Travel? Here’s essential information for Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet to help you prepare for a safe and unforgettable experience.
Nepal
Travel Documents
Passport with at least 6 months’ validity.
Nepal visa required for most travelers (available on arrival or online).
Health & Safety
Recommended vaccinations: Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus.
Altitude sickness can affect travelers on Himalayan treks—acclimatization days are included in itineraries.
Drink bottled or purified water only.
Money Matters
Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR).
ATMs available in major cities; carry cash in remote areas.
Weather & Clothing
Pack layered clothing, rain gear, sturdy trekking boots, and a warm jacket for high-altitude regions.
Modest attire required in temples and religious sites.
Connectivity
Wi-Fi in most hotels; limited in remote trekking areas.
Local SIM cards available with passport registration.
Responsible Travel
Respect local customs and traditions.
Ask before photographing people.
Avoid single-use plastics and follow “leave no trace” principles.
Tibet
Travel Documents
Passport with at least 6 months’ validity.
Tibet Travel Permit required (arranged by Adler Adventure Travel).
Health & Safety
Altitude sickness is common—take acclimatization days seriously.
Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol on high-altitude trips.
Recommended vaccinations similar to Nepal and Bhutan.
Money Matters
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY).
Carry cash; credit cards may not be widely accepted outside major cities.
Weather & Clothing
Layered clothing, warm jackets, gloves, and hats are essential.
Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen) is important due to high-altitude UV exposure.
Connectivity
Limited internet and mobile coverage in remote areas.
Wi-Fi available in hotels in Lhasa and major towns.
Responsible Travel
Respect local culture and religious practices.
Photography may be restricted in certain monasteries.
Avoid littering and follow “leave no trace” principles.
Bhutan
Travel Documents
Passport with at least 6 months’ validity.
Bhutan requires a tourist visa and special permits (arranged by Adler Adventure Travel).
Health & Safety
Recommended vaccinations: Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus.
Bhutan has excellent healthcare in major towns, but remote trekking areas have limited access.
Money Matters
Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN) and Indian Rupee (INR) accepted.
ATMs available in main towns; carry cash for rural areas.
Weather & Clothing
Layered clothing for variable weather.
Comfortable shoes for walking in monasteries and dzongs.
Connectivity
Mobile network coverage is good in towns, limited in remote areas.
Wi-Fi in hotels, not always in rural regions.
Responsible Travel
Respect religious sites: remove shoes, dress modestly.
Follow local customs and show respect to monks and locals.