Nepal's acronym of Never Ending Peace And Love, does well to characterise this nation of good natured and accommodating people; a land of majestic Himalayan scenery comprising eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mt Everest: the uppermost place on earth at 29,029ft (8,848m).

Situated between India and Tibet, the Kingdom of Nepal is filled with as many different ethnic groups, customs and traditions as it is diverse in geography. From the hot Indian plains and steamy southern Tarai lowlands, the terrain crosses the Kathmandu Valley and rises to the frozen heights of the Himalayan peaks towards the Tibetan plateau known as the 'roof of the world'. Spread across these varied altitudes are communities of colourful cultures and people, many untouched by modern development; animated cities and towns, and far-flung mountain villages. Life here revolves around an intricate intermingling of ancient Hindu and Buddhist religious rituals. Numerous festivals are celebrated throughout the year coloured by a diversity of religious and tribal traditions. The capital of Kathmandu brings an assortment of these different societies together into a vibrant collection of brilliant sights and exotic smells, with modern shops co-existing with street sellers, while pyramidal Buddhist temples, holy Sadhus of the Hindu faith and medieval palace squares fill the urban landscape.

Nepal is well endowed with glorious scenery - verdant terraced valleys, rushing rivers and ice-blue lakes that originate in the 'abode of snows', or Himalayas. The uplifting sight of soaring mountains is a magnet for mountaineers and trekkers, offering some of the greatest challenges and most scenic walking opportunities on earth. Its diverse terrain offers tremendous opportunities for adventurous activities, and although mountain climbing and trekking are the most popular, there is also superb white water rafting on steep mountain rivers, as well as elephant-back safaris or tiger tracking in the Royal Chitwan and Royal Bardia National Parks situated within the jungles of the southern Tarai belt.

Nepal has many attractions, but the essence of the country is its smiling, friendly people with their heartfelt palm-pressed greetings and together with its inspiring scenery, this beguiling kingdom is a place where one visit is usually not enough to satisfy the captivated traveler.

Nepal's historical capital city is today home to a population of more than half of a million people and is the capital of one of the most unique cultures in the world. Remember to get cheap flights to Kathmandu for your trip. The city and surrounding area have many attractions which are of interest to tourists. You can check the availability of cheap flights to Kathmandu via our flight links. Kathmandu is home to a range of historical buildings and some of those include the Dakshin Kali and the Bhimsen Temple and there is also a concentration of attractions at Durbar Square which has many monuments and shrines. We provide information from many budget Kathmandu Flights. Kathmandu is also home to some interesting galleries and museums, including the National Museum, the Patan Museum and the Bhaktapur Art Gallery. You can also find cheap flights from Kathmandu to Asia and worldwide destinations. The selection of restaurants in Kathmandu is very good and you can find a variety of international dishes here, although all the major Kathmandu hotels have Western and Nepali restaurants. Hotels in Kathmandu range from the well known international hotels chains to the more simple and lower budget forms of accommodation. This is a wonderful and interesting city which has a lot to offer to tourists, inside the city centre and outside and is well worth a visit.

Nepali is the official language. English is spoken in all major tourist areas.

On 1 February 2005 the king dismissed the government, assuming direct control of the country. The situation was violent and unpredictable, but seems to have stabilised. Travelers are advised to avoid all public gatherings. At present, transport is operating freely in the Kathmandu Valley, and recent bandhs (strikes) in Kathmandu have been ineffective. Official curfews are being declared at short notice throughout major towns and cities, and travelers are cautioned to abide by restrictions; hotels will be able to provide daily information. Countrywide bandhs are occasionally called for by the Maoists and political parties at short notice, which can turn violent. These usually seriously affect road transport and many businesses, and visitors are advised to seek up to date information before traveling; tourists have been left temporarily stranded. Fighting between the rebels and government soldiers has escalated since the ceasefire between the Nepalese government and the communist Maoists broke down in August 2003. The US Department of State has declared the Maoists to be a terrorist organization and US citizens in particular are advised against non-essential travel to Nepal following anti-American threats; other Western governments are currently offering similar warnings. Due to the recent increase in bomb attacks and shootings in public places, including the main tourist areas of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Lukla, as well as on popular trekking routes, visitors are warned to be particularly vigilant; foreign tourists have been involved in several recent incidents. The attack on a bus in the Chitwan district on 6 June 2005 killed at least 39 people and injured over 70. There have been incidences of violent robbery against trekkers and there is an armed Maoist presence on many of the major trekking routes who demand a 'tax' before allowing trekkers to pass. Trekkers are advised to stay on established routes and walk in a group or with professional guides. Foreigners were seriously injured in two attacks in the Nagarjun Forest Reserve just outside Kathmandu in October 2005 and visitors are advised to be cautious in the area and to travel in a group. We really take care for your safety. Before leaving, we help you prepare. We send clear, concise and relevant information about Traveler's Health and the locale, climate, food, and more. You can get fully safety while traveling at high altitude as our guides have been trained in mountain safety and first aid procedures for your protection. We are in constant communication with our field offices and monitor all aspects of government policy and weather that may affect your trip. We are on-call 24 hours a day, in case of emergency. You can rest assured that Skyline Treks & Expedition has one of the best safety nets anywhere. In case of any emergency, helicopter rescue is available during treks and expeditions. We give foremost to your health. For this purpose, we carefully take care of hygiene & cuisine & we provide the most suitable equipment & gear.