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Nepal Discovery - Family Adventure

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11 days from

US$2,590

Adult

US$2,100

Child

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Multi Activity

Family

MODERATE

Trekking, rafting, safari and city life. Every facet of Nepal is ready to discover on this all-encompassing family adventure.

Trip Code: FND

Minimum child age: 8

Child discount up to and including age: 10

Our Holiday Grades Explained

To show the relative difficulty of our holidays, each trip is graded on a scale of 1 to 12, with 12 being the most challenging. Although we have tried to make our grading system as clear as possible, it cannot take into account your personal interests, abilities or experience. If you have any questions about the nature of a particular trip or its suitability for you, please read the 'Is this holiday for you?' section or contact us.

1 - 3 LEISURELY

Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

Holidays where the focus is 3-4 days of activities or short walks, or wildlife, sightseeing. The family should have a sense of adventure and fun to enjoy these holidays.

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Nepal Discovery - Family Adventure

Age

Boat Ride

Animals And Wildlife

Cooking

Temple Visit

Culture

Rafting

Highlights

Visit four UNESCO World Heritage Sites including a temple which houses a living Goddess worshipped by all in Nepal.
Embark on a three-day trek in the Annapurna region, including staying in a homestay and joining in with the cooking and daily life of the people that live there.
Learn to throw some traditional Nepalese pottery and then take your creations home as a souvenir.
Journey down river on an overnight rafting trip including a night in a tent on the banks of the beautiful Seti River.
Seek out rhinos and elephants at Chitwan on a jungle safari by canoe and 4x4.

At a Glance

Group Size 5 to 16
3 day mini-trek
2 day rafting expedition
2 days wildlife safari in Chitwan
Crafting and culture in Kathmandu
Max altitude- 2050m
Join At Kathmandu International Airport

Accommodation & Meals

All meals included
2 nights Hotel
3 nights Hotel with swimming pool
1 nights Tented Camp
1 nights Teahouse
1 nights Homestay
2 nights Ecolodge

Overview

From the bustling city to the snow-draped mountains, the rushing river to a serene safari, this action-packed family adventure gets underneath the skin of Nepal and reveals all of its many incredible facets. We’ll start in the city and spend some time with artisans who will show us how to wood carve, and throw pots, all whilst surrounded by some of the most incredible examples of Hindu and Buddhist architecture. After our city explorations, it’s time to hit the trek. We’ll climb up to Australian Camp from a point near Pokhara on a three day trek including time in a tea house and a homestay. This is where Nepal really comes to life, surrounded by some of the highest mountains on planet Earth. We’ll then head down to the Seti river for a two day rafting trip, letting the currents drift us downstream to an overnight camp on the river bank with the flow of the river providing the perfect restful soundtrack for our night’s sleep. Onwards we move to the lowlands and Chitwan in search of rhinos and elephants, and if we’re incredibly lucky, possibly even a tiger or two, before eventually returning to Kathmandu to round out our trip. This whirlwind tour filled with authentic people, exciting adventure and incredible wildlife encounters will provide indelible memories for all the family.

Is this holiday for you?

Suitable for children aged 8yrs+

This is a fast-paced trip with busy days and lots of driving as we move between stages of our adventure.

The trip involves a 3-day trek. Day 1 of the trek is predominantly uphill on well-made stone paths, often with steps, through rhododendron forest. It is just 2-3km long, and climbs around 350m. We will take our time and enjoy rest stops for the views and snacks on the way. On day 2 we walk steadily downhill, -500m, on similar paths for around 7km to Hemjakot, and then on Day 3 we drop down to the road head at Phedi, a final short walk of around 4km and -400m.

The river rafting includes some stretches of grade 2 rapids and one grade 3 rapid. The International Scale of River Difficulty Guide defines these as: Grade 2: Easy rapids and waves requiring some manoeuvring. Grade 3: Moderate difficulty with large waves and features requiring skilled manoeuvring. We will have a skilled guide on each raft to manoeuvre us correctly and give us a full safety briefing prior to setting off. This rafting journey will be a proper adventure which is suitable for strong swimmers that can comfortably swim 25m+ and are aged at least 8yrs old. We will be required to help make and break camp, erect tents and build a fire. We will also make sure to only run this section of the trip in favourable conditions. In poor weather, or if poor weather is forecast, our agent will replace the rafting portion of the trip with extra days in Pokhara.

The canoe ride and 4x4 safari in Chitwan are gentle trips on flat water and in well equipped 4x4 vehicles suitable for adults and children of all ages, but may require an early start to maximise wildlife viewing.

Why KE?

No one does Nepal like KE. It’s in the fabric of our business, and this trip pulls out all of the best and most family friendly elements for all ages to get stuck into and enjoy.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu.

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After landing in Kathmandu we are met by our guide and whisked off to our accommodation in the Boudhanath area of this bustling and vibrant capital city. If flight times allow we can spend some time wandering around the Boudhanath area and enjoy the included dinner as a group in a local restaurant overlooking the grand stupa. After dinner we will walk back to the hotel and retire for the evening.

Note: If flight arrives late, then we will plan the Boudhanath visit and dinner at Boudha area on Day 2 and arrange for dinner at the hotel itself instead.

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Hotel

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Day 2

Sightseeing and crafty creations in Kathmandu.

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Today is a craft filled day in Kathmandu including some cooking, woodcarving demonstrations and some pottery making. This morning we can start the day early to visit a monastery to see the morning prayer, performed by the monks between 6 and 7 am. This is a wonderfully grounding experience and a great start to our explorations in Nepal. We can then return to the hotel to enjoy some yoga and meditation before breakfast. We then have a short drive to the Bhaktapur district of Kathmandu where we can explore the ancient city, shop for souvenirs and perhaps enjoy a local delicacy. A favourite is Juju dhau, which means 'king of yogurt,' a super tasty treat for any hungry young adventurer to enjoy whilst exploring. We then move on to visit a home of a local Newari family. We will have a Nepali cooking lesson here and enjoy a simple lunch prepared together. This afternoon we'll visit the small home museum of a wood carving family. This family will show us how they create their crafts, a Bhaktapur tradition, at their in-situ workshop. Later, we will take a walk to the pottery square, where we will have the opportunity to make our own souvenirs to take home with us. After a busy and fruitful day in the streets of Kathmandu, we will drive back to the hotel to freshen up before dinner.

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Hotel

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Day 3

Fly to Pokhara afternoon free to explore.

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After breakfast, we are driven to the Kathmandu domestic airport for our flight to Pokhara. A short flight of just 25 minutes awaits, and is considered one of the most scenic in the world, with views North to the snow capped peaks of the Himalaya including the 8000m giant, Manaslu. After landing and being transferred to the hotel to check-in and drop our bags, we will head back out into Pokhara and to the shores of its picturesque lake. From here we will board a boat to visit the Tal Barahi Temple situated on the middle of the lake.

This afternoon is free for us to explore independently. You may choose to visit the Nepal International Mountain Museum, or perhaps take the short but steep and stepped hike up to the world peace pagoda for great views over Phewa Lake to Pokhara and the Annapurna mountains beyond. Dinner this evening will be at a local restaurant in the Lakeside district of Pokhara.

Note: Tonight we should spend some time arranging our bags for the next few days trek. We will need to pack a smaller soft bag of up to 7-8kg maximum per person, this will be carried during the trek by the porters. Our main luggage will be kept at the hotel in Pokhara. At the end of the trek, we will have chance to re-arrange our bags for the following two day rafting expedition.

Accommodation

Hotel with swimming pool

Meals

B L D

Time

25 min flight

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Day 4

Drive to Kande (1770m), and begin our mini-trek to Australian Camp (2050m), night in a teahouse.

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We'll wake for breakfast at our hotel in Pokhara this morning before our adventure begins in earnest. We embark on a short transfer of around 45 minutes or so to reach Kande and the start of our mini trek. We begin our walk, ascending 350m or so to the Australian Camp over the course of the next two or three hours. Though a short hike, there is plenty of interest We will pass through a village, a forest and many terraced fields, with breath taking views of the Annapurna range. Once we arrive at our destination, there will be time to explore the village and meet the local family we will be staying with for the night. Life is different here, and there is much to learn about how people survive in these small hillside communities before we settle down in our charming teahouse accommodation.

Accommodation

Teahouse

Meals

B L D

Ascent

350 M

Time

2-3 hours hiking

Distance

3 KM

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Day 5

Second day of our mini-trek to Hemjakot (1530m) and stay in a homestay.

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We'll wake this morning with incredible views of the Annapurnas and the sacred fishtail peak of Macchapuchhare, and eat a hearty breakfast at the teahouse before commencing the next stage of our hike to Hemjakot. Although lower at 1530m our walk will be undulating passing through the hills for approx.. 4 hours to reach our destination. Hemjakot is a delightful village that will host us in a community run homestay experience. This is another opportunity to engage with local families, participate in traditional cooking, and witness the rhythm of mountain village life first hand.

Accommodation

Homestay

Meals

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Descent

550 M

Time

4-5 hours hiking

Distance

8 KM

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Day 6

Finish our mini-trek at Phedi then begin our river rafting expedition and wild camp on the lower Seti River.

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After breakfast, we will enjoy a leisurely hike down from Hemjakot to Phedi (1 hour) where we will meet our transfer to Damauli (2 hours). An exhilarating rafting adventure on the Lower Seti River awaits us. We will meet our rafting guides, put in and head off downstream passing through gentle rapids with fairly small water volume and a very pleasant warm water temperature. This is an ideal stretch of river for our family adventure and totally safe and enjoyable for first-time rafters. We will make sure to stop for lunch along the way, and after a few hours of whooping and hollering our way along the river we will reach our campsite on one of the broad gravel banks. We will take some time in the evening to pitch our tents, and prepare the bonfire before a night under the stars enveloped in the hush and rush sounds of the river alongside us.

Note: Between the mini trek and the rafting expedition we will have some time to re-organise our bags. We should take with us only the things we need with us for the overnight camp. The rest of our bags will now be kept in the vehicle which will pick us up for our post rafting expedition drive to Chitwan.

During monsoon season, usually the British summer holiday months, if the heavy rain arrives and the water levels rise, we will plan for an extra night in Pokhara.

Accommodation

Tented Camp

Meals

B L D

Ascent

20 M

Descent

400 M

Time

1 hour hike, afternoon raft

Distance

4 KM

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Day 7

Rafting expedition ends, Drive to Chitwan.

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After breakfast on the river bank, we'll pack up camp and head back out onto our rafts for the second half of our river rafting expedition. We will be rafting for three or so hours this morning until we reach the take out point at Gaighat. There is a single technical rapid (grade 3) on this stretch of river today, and shortly after it you will be exiting the Seti river as it merges with the Trishuli. Here it is possible to observe the change in the landscape from the Nepali middle hills to the terai plains. After hauling our rafts ashore and bidding a fond farewell to our rafting guides, we will dry off and hit the road. This afternoon's transfer to Chitwan is between 3.5 and 4 hours.

Upon reaching Chitwan and checking in to our lodge for the next couple of nights, we will have some time to relax and enjoy the Tharu cultural dance performance before dinner.

Accommodation

Ecolodge

Meals

B L D

Time

morning raft, 4 hour drive

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Day 8

Jungle wildlife exploring in Chitwan national Park.

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Today is all about wildlife! We'll wake early to make the most of our day in the Chitwan National Park. We will start our day with a canoe ride with specialist animal guides on the Rapti River. Our broad multi seat canoes are the perfect mode of transport for gliding silently along looking for wildlife. After a light lunch back at the hotel we'll head back out in 4x4s for a safari in the national park looking out for one horned rhinos, elephants and possibly even an elusive tiger, although this would be a very rare sighting. After our safari adventure we'll return once again to our hotel for the evening for snacks and a sundowner for the parents (obligatory on any safari, of course!), and a smoothie or lassi for the kids, before a barbeque dinner in the gardens overlooking the river.

Note: During monsoon season, usually the British summer holiday months, the National Park is closed. However, all the activities can still be completed in the community forest buffer zone which lies outside of the national park.

Accommodation

Ecolodge

Meals

B L D

Time

morning canoe, afternoon 4x4 safari

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Day 9

Driving day, back to Kathmandu.

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After breakfast this morning we embark on the long drive back to Kathmandu which will take approximately 6 to 7 hours. It's not far as the crow flies, but the road is slow and windy, so timing varies. Our guides will do their best to entertain and keep the drive interesting as we head back to the capital After the long drive, we will arrive at our accommodation in the more central area of Thamel. We will take our time to check in and perhaps spend a while relaxing at the accommodation, or if you wish to stretch your legs, we have the afternoon free to explore the lively neighbouring streets or perhaps indulge in some last-minute souvenir shopping.

Accommodation

Hotel with swimming pool

Meals

B L D

Time

6-7 hours drive

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Day 10

Heritage Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu.

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This morning we will wake refreshed and ready for our final full day in Nepal, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the capital city of Kathmandu. We will take a rickshaw ride this morning towards Asan. We can shop like a local in this old but bustling spice and vegetable market, perhaps sipping a tasty lassi, or trying a momo dumpling freshly prepared on the street food stalls. There are hundreds of stalls to wander around here, this place really is a feast for the senses.

After the sensory onslaught of the Asan market, we'll make our way to the Kathmandu Durbar Square for some peace among the temples. There are many temples here, each with their own significance, from the giant and imposing structure of the Nautalle Durbar, to the incredibly intricate carvings of the Kumari Palace, there's plenty here to discover.

Later in the afternoon we will choose one of two sites to visit. The Swyambhunath Stupa or, the Pashupatinath temple. There is time for only one, and both destinations are equally as insightful into the faith and traditions of the Nepali people. Our guide will help to choose based on the mood of the group. The Swyambhunath stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal and has numerous shrines and monasteries on its premises. The Pashupatinath temple is situated on the other side of the city, on the banks of the holy River Bagmati, and is the most revered Hindu temple in Nepal. The main temple complex is open only to the Hindus; non-Hindus must satisfy themselves by observing from the terraces just across the Bagmati River to the east.

After a busy day of exploring we will return to our hotel to freshen up before our last dinner together as a group of family adventurers here in Nepal.

Accommodation

Hotel with swimming pool

Meals

B L D

Time

all day tour

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Day 11

Departure day.

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Our Nepalese family adventure concludes after breakfast this morning. There will be a transfer to the Tribhuvan International Airport timed to meet with your onward journey.

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Airport

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Direction

Walk/Trek

Transfer

River Journey

Internal Flight

Essential Information

We've compiled some of our Frequently Asked Questions to help you learn more about this amazing trip.

Holiday

General

Equipment

What's Included

A professional and qualified Nepalese tour leader
Kathmandu Airport transfers
Internal flights and all land transport involved in the itinerary
All accommodation as described
All meals
All monument Entrances and National Park fees
All activities/excursions mentioned except where specified as 'optional'

What's not Included

Travel insurance
Visas
Any additional activities/excursions indicated as optional
Tips for guides and porters/trekking crew
Miscellaneous personal expenditure - drinks and souvenirs etc

Joining Arrangements & Transfers

The group will meet at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Airport transfers are provided for all clients to the group hotel.

Hotel contact details and an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation.

Meal Plan

All meals are included from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 11.

Special Diets

Whilst we can cater for vegetarians, albeit sometimes with a more limited choice, we cannot always provide for special diets. Due to the nature of some of the trips that we operate and the countries in which we operate them, it can be very hard (and sometimes impossible) to cater for a wide range of dietary choices and you may have to supplement your meals with food/snacks from home. If you have specific dietary requirements please do speak to our sales team and they will be able to advise you whether or not we will be able to offer your specific choice. Please note that we are unable to provide separate menus and cannot accept liability for any problems arising from special dietary requirements or intolerances.

Food & Water

Drinking Water

It is not recommended to drink untreated water from the taps. If you are on a trekking or cycling holiday, water is supplied to fill up your individual bottles. This will be boiled, filtered or provided in large jerry cans or 5 litre bottles. Additionally you should take purification tablets or a filter bottle (such as a Water-To-Go bottle) to treat your water when in towns or where water is not supplied. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles.

The food served when at the homestay and tea house will be a mix of traditional Nepali and international cuisine (pizza, chips, apple pie) using locally sourced ingredients and cooked for us by our hosts. Breakfast will include options of porridge, eggs, bread and hot drinks. Lunch is usually a simple meal with a hot drink, and dinners which are always included usually consist of three courses often starting with soup, then a main meal and a simple pudding.

Boiled water is the most effective method of purification, and this is provided at the homestays and lodges for a small charge. You should take hard plastic or metal water bottles for this purpose (2 x 1 litre bottles). Additionally you can bring along your own water purification tablets.

Accommodation

Whilst in Kathmandu at the beginning and end of your trip, you will stay in 4* and 5* hotels in two different districts of town, the first in the spiritual Boudhanath area, and at the end of the trip, in the more central and lively Thamel district, in order to showcase each exciting part of the city. These accommodations vary depending on availability, and sometimes but not always, include a pool.

At Pokhara we also stay in a 3* hotel with a pool.

At Australian Camp and Hemjakot we will stay in a teahouse and a homestay, both hosted by local Nepali families, where we will have the opportunity to engage with and enjoy the simple ways of life of people in these rural communities.

Whilst rafting we will spend a night in tents on the gravel river bank. These are four berth tents, which can be set up for four family members in one tent with provided sleeping bags and mats, or for two family members with provided mattresses, pillows and duvets. We will arrange these as per rooming allocations requested at time of booking.

At Chitwan we stay in a community run ecolodge predominantly run by local women. The rooms are basic but functional and the homely atmosphere created by the nurturing community will make this stay one to remember.

Internal flights

Access to the high and remote areas of the Himalaya where our treks start is often only possible using internal flights. The changeable nature of mountain weather makes flying conditions complex. In addition, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal does not operate to the same standards as those of western nations and all airlines in Nepal appear on the UK Air Safety List (ASL), and are banned from operating commercial air services to, from, and within the United Kingdom. Flying in Nepal is an acknowledged risk, and the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office travel advice provides further details which you can read on their website. KE is mindful of its duty of care to clients travelling with us in Nepal and we are stakeholders in an annual independent air audit of Nepal airlines undertaken by UK tour operators, most recently carried out in February 2025. KE only uses airlines in Nepal which have been approved by this audit. We continue to cooperate with other tour operators to monitor aviation safety in Nepal and will ensure we remain a stakeholder in any further air safety audits. While we have taken appropriate action to try to minimise the risks of flying in Nepal, you should be aware that flying in mountainous terrain is not without any risk.

Please note that poor weather can cause delays on internal flights. If at the start of your holiday internal flights are cancelled for the day, you will spend an extra night near the airport (this may be at a hotel other than the group hotel). On the majority of trips there is enough flexibility in the trekking itinerary to make up 1 or possibly 2 lost days, but an alternative trek will be provided if delays to internal flights mean the original itinerary (or a shortened version of it) is no longer feasible.

For trips that end with an internal flight out of the mountains with no alternative road access, we have included 2 nights in Kathmandu as a contingency against delay. In the extremely unlikely event that a delay to your internal flight causes you to miss your homeward international flight, KE will re-book international flights for Flight Inclusive clients, but please be aware that clients booking on a Land Only basis will be responsible for re-booking their onward travel and for any associated costs. We advise you to take out suitable travel insurance and to keep your receipts, as you may subsequently be able to make a claim.

Group Leader & Support Staff

The group will be led by professional and qualified Nepalese tour leaders. On our river trip we will be joined by expert rafting guides, and at Chitwan we will be joined by expert wildlife guides.

Spending Money

Approximately £600 - 700 (or equivalent in US dollars or Euros) per family of four should be sufficient for tips, drinks, snacks, souvenirs and miscellaneous expenses. You should have the majority of this money available in Nepalese rupees, although it is not necessary to purchase local currency outside the country. Bring your own currency with you. Please note: Scottish and Northern Ireland bank notes are not accepted in Nepal. There will be the opportunity to change money into local currency on arrival at the airport and your local leader will advise the best places to change money en-route. Alternatively, you will be able to get currency from bank ATMs in Kathmandu and Pokhara. 0% worldwide use credit cards are useful and it is a good idea to carry one in case of emergency.

Guidance on Tipping

Tipping is the accepted way of saying thank you for good service. Tips do not form part of the wages of your guides, porters and trek crew but they are very much appreciated. It is important to remember that tipping is voluntary and should be dependent on good service. Normally the tips are given at the end of the trek/rafting/safari trip and this is best done as a group. Your tour leader will give you help and advice on this. Most groups will give the tips with a bit of ceremony (or sometimes a party) on the last evening of each section of the trip, to mark the end of that part of the adventure. As a guide, we recommend the contribution to these tips is around £10 (in rupees) per family member per day of activity (£20-30 for the trek, £10-20 for the rafting, £10 for the safari). You should also consider tipping your tour leader who will be with you for all other points of the trip, in a similar way.

Baggage Allowance

Your main items of luggage should be large soft-sided trek bags or similar, as they are easier than hard cases to pack into the transfer vans we will be using for the majority of this trip. Smaller trek bags or similar should be packed for the mini-trek, and then re-packed for the rafting days, and should weigh no more than 7-8kgs, as they will be carried by porters during the trek and then packed into the rafts. You should also consider carrying day packs of approximately 25-30 litres capacity for this trip, although kids should be fine with smaller packs for their essentials, layers, water etc. For your international flights, please check the baggage allowance with your airline.

Passport & Visas

The information that we provide is for UK passport holders.

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required, and you should have at least 2 blank pages for each country that you visit.

For other nationalities, please refer to your own Government website for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents including vaccinations and health certificates (see Health & Vaccinations below), and visas for your holiday. Please ensure that you check the FCDO for the latest advice for each country visited before travel.

Visa Nepal

All nationalities require a visa. The visa process is partly automated and the fee is $30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days, $125 for 90 days. The visa is FREE for children under 10 years. The visa allows multiple re-entry. Payment must be made in cash and USD, GBP or Euros are accepted.

Part of this on-arrival visa process involves filling in a ‘Tourist Visa Application Form’ and you can simplify the procedure at Kathmandu Airport by filling this form in online (within 15 days of travelling) at this link. This generates a receipt which you present (hard copy or saved on your phone) on arrival. This should allow you to go straight to the cashier to pay for your visa and has the potential to save you time in the visa queue.

Whilst these are not now needed for the visa process, we recommend that you travel with at least 2 spare passport photographs.

Health & Vaccinations

Vaccinations

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you require any specific vaccinations or other preventive measures. On holidays to more remote areas you should also have a dentist check up. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella, along with hepatitis A and typhoid. In addition you should check whether any specific vaccinations are needed to the regions that you are travelling to. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro.

Malaria

Malarial prophylaxis is not usually required for trips in the mountains, however if you are visiting rural and remote low lying areas then they might be necessary.

Severe Allergies

If you have a severe allergy please inform the KE office before you travel. We will do all we can to help, but we cannot guarantee an allergy free environment on KE trips. You will need to carry your own treatment for the allergy with you, as 'adrenaline auto-injectors' are not carried as standard by KE leaders and staff. You should inform your leader on arrival of your allergy, and let them know where you keep your adrenaline pen.

Currency

The unit of currency in Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee.

Preparing for your Holiday

Getting some additional exercise before coming on an active holiday makes a lot of sense. The fitter you are, after all, the more enjoyable you will find the experience. You should be comfortable with walking 2 to 4 hours for consecutive days. Even the youngsters will benefit from some kind of fun, outdoor activity ahead of your holiday. Running, cycling and swimming will all help.

Climate

The best time to visit Nepal is from late September through to early May, The summer period can be wetter but in recent years the predicted monsoon season (usually July and August) has begun to shift towards September and October, making the previous period a better time to book. If heavy rains do arrive whilst on tour, we will adjust the trip to remove the rafting portion, and instead spend some more time in Pokhara. For trekking in the foothills, the most agreeable climate is usually found between End October and April when daytime temperatures at lower elevations are not too hot. For the rhododendron blooms, March to early May is the best time to visit. At the timings of this holiday you will encounter daytime highs of around 25ºC (a few degrees higher at Easter) and around 15-20ºC at higher elevations. At night temperatures will drop and evenings can be chilly.

Travel Aware

As a reputable tour operator, KE supports the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's ‘Travel Aware’ campaign to enable British citizens to prepare for their journeys overseas. The 'Travel Aware' website provides a single, authoritative source of advice for all kinds of travellers and we recommend that before travel, all KE clients visit the official UK Government website at travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and read the FCDO Travel Advice for their chosen destination. North Americans can also check out the U.S. Department of State website: www.travel.state.gov for essential travel advice and tips.

KE treat the safety and security of all clients as the most important aspect of any trip we organise. We would not run any trip that we did not consider reasonably safe. Should the FCDO advise against travel for any reason, we will contact everyone booked to travel to discuss the situation. We receive regular updates directly from the FCDO and are in constant touch with our contacts on the ground. If you have any questions about government travel advice, please call our office.

Single Use Plastic

KE do not encourage the use of single use plastic items. We are ensuring that our agents all over the world are working together to reduce the problem and educate those around them. We are leading by example in our KE office by reducing our plastic use.

FAQ’s about our family holidays

We welcome all family dynamics and we will try to accommodate you in the roomings of your choice. The only stipulation for joining a family group holiday is that 1 party member is 17yrs or under, and they are accompanied by an adult. An average group size is around 10 members in total. Further general information and FAQ's are available here: KE Family Adventure Holidays general information.

Private Groups Information

Make this KE family holiday your own!

Choose your own departure date
Travel on this holiday with just your family and friends
Tailor your holiday by adding extra days for relaxation or upgrade your hotels

If our standard dates do not fit with your school holidays or you wish to travel with just your family or with your family and friends, we will be pleased to set up a private departure for any of our family holidays.

Depending on what you are looking for we can look at tweaking the itinerary to allow you some extra relaxation time or upgrading the hotels. Our personal service means you’ll be fully involved as we make the arrangements for your perfect family adventure holiday.

Independence with Security

Travelling as a KE private family group allows you more flexibility and choice, but still with the peace of mind that everything is pre-planned and arranged for you and your family and friends by a reputable adventure travel company.

To take your first step to an amazing adventure with your family and friends complete the private group enquiry form, or call our Sales Experts on: 017687 73966

Travel Insurance

It is an essential condition of joining a holiday with KE Adventure Travel that you have a valid travel insurance policy to cover the cost of medical treatment and to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation. When taking out insurance please ensure the policy you choose covers you for the activities and altitude included in your itinerary.

For appropriate insurance cover we recommend Campbell Irvine Direct. Please go to our Travel Insurance page for further information and to get a quote.

Equipment List

Please try to keep the weight of your baggage to a minimum. See the ‘baggage allowance’ section for further details.

You should bring the following items:

Hiking boots (waterproof)

Trainers / sandals / watershoes

Walking / trekking socks

Underwear

Trekking trousers

Waterproof jacket and overtrousers

Warm jacket (lightweight down)

Fleece jacket or warm jumper

Thermal baselayer – leggings & top

T-shirt, top and/or casual shirt

Warm and waterproof gloves or mittens

Warm hat

Sunhat

Sunglasses

Sun protection (including for lips)

Water bottles 1 Litre (x2) We encourage re-filling water bottles rather than single use plastic

Water purification tablets

Headtorch and spare batteries

Washbag and toiletries

Trek towel

Daypack 25-30 litres (depending on how much of the children’s stuff you want to carry)

Selection of dry bags (to keep daypack contents dry)

Smaller trek bag for mini-trek / rafting (drybags supplied on rafting trip)

Antibacterial handwash

Basic First Aid Kit including: painkillers, antiseptic cream/spray, throat lozenges, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite) and diarrhoea treatment (Imodium)

The following items are optional:

Trekking poles (recommended)

Gaiters

Sleeping bag liner

Shorts

Spare laces

Travel clothes

Camera

Binoculars

Pen-knife (remember to put all sharp objects in hold baggage)

Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags)

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Sun 29 Mar Wed 8 Apr

US$2,590 per Adult per Adult

US$2,100 per Child per Child

US$450

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Departure Reference: FND /01/26/
This trip departs the UK on Sat 28 Mar returning to the UK on Thu 9 Apr

This trip begins on Sun 29 Mar and ends on Wed 8 Apr
This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$450
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Sun 12 Jul Wed 22 Jul

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US$2,100 per Child per Child

US$450

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Departure Reference: FND /02/26/
This trip departs the UK on Sat 11 Jul returning to the UK on Thu 23 Jul

This trip begins on Sun 12 Jul and ends on Wed 22 Jul
This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$450
Single Supplement Price: US$445
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Sun 2 Aug Wed 12 Aug

US$2,590 per Adult per Adult

US$2,100 per Child per Child

US$450

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Nepal Discovery - Family Adventure
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Departure Reference: FND /03/26/
This trip departs the UK on Sat 1 Aug returning to the UK on Thu 13 Aug

This trip begins on Sun 2 Aug and ends on Wed 12 Aug
This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$450
Single Supplement Price: US$445
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Sun 25 Oct Wed 4 Nov

US$2,590 per Adult per Adult

US$2,100 per Child per Child

US$450

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Nepal Discovery - Family Adventure
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Departure Reference: FND /04/26/
This trip departs the UK on Sat 24 Oct returning to the UK on Thu 5 Nov

This trip begins on Sun 25 Oct and ends on Wed 4 Nov
This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$450
Single Supplement Price: US$445
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The price of our holidays can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators, KE have undertaken to guarantee the Land Only price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best flight prices and take advantage of our 'No Surcharge Guarantee'.

KE Adventure is a fully bonded tour operator. We hold an ATOL license (No: 2808) and are bonded with ABTA (Membership No: W4341)

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Nepal Discovery - Family Adventure

Highlights

At a Glance

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Overview

Is this holiday for you?

Why KE?

Itinerary

The Route

Essential Information

Vaccinations

Severe Allergies

Make this KE family holiday your own!

Independence with Security

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