COVID-19 & Tourism in Nepal

Nepal is one of the best travel destinations for mountain lovers from all around the globe. With 08 Mountains above 8000 meters, Nepal is an absolute treasure for people searching for adventure into nature. From climbing the highest mountain of the world to going on hikes with your loved ones, Nepal offers a huge range of activities depending on your interests and physical capacity. Travelers are attracted by the unique geography of this nation and its landscapes.

Like every other nation in this world, Tourism of Nepal has been severely hampered by this global pandemic. Government has imposed a ban on International flights and sealed borders with both India and China to stop the inflow of tourists. Tourism being one of the major revenue generators in Nepal’s Economy, many people are facing financial problems due to ongoing pandemic.

Enough Support Crew on Everest Base Camp Journey

Should I postpone my Nepal trip to 2021 or 2022?

Postponing your trip to 2021 or 2022 would be an ideal decision rather than to cancel it. As the world is slowly bouncing from the trauma of the pandemic, 2021 or 2022 would be a suitable year to get back into nature and add some good memories. This will also have a positive impact on the country's Economy.

Best Company must have Supplementary Oxygen on EBC Trek

The adventure to the Everest base camp at the elevation 5364 meters where the oxygen level goes down around 50% in comparison to the sea level. Everyone breathing heavily above 4000 meters due to the less oxygen available at that altitude. The Oxygen saturation below 75% could be alarming in the Himalayas. Carrying supplementary Oxygen with a regular or Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) with the group is a life-saving device to make sure on your medical kit list on the journey to base camp.