Thinking about solo travel in Nepal? This is everything you want to know.

Everything you need to know about solo travel in Nepal

Solo travel "Travelling to destination voluntarily without anybody’s help."

Thinking about solo travel you might get agitated. You start questioning yourself; are you going to enjoy travelling solo? Will it be safe? Will you able to reach the destination you want? Let me tell you something, Solo travel is a way of exploring yourself. Solo travel not only brings exposure but also develops self -esteem within oneself.

Planning to solo travel in Nepal?

Nepal is one of the must travel destination because of its natural beauty, eye-catchy sceneries and breathtaking views of mountains like https://www.swotahtravel.com/trip/everest-base-camp-trek>Mt. Everest

"Everest, diverse-culture, multivariate religion. Nepal is also famous as the birthplace of Gautam Buddha.

You won't regret travelling solo in Nepal. You will indeed be travelling alone but the hospitality of people here will never make you feel lonely. The ever-present big bright smile on people’s face to welcome you will make you feel home away from home.

THINGS TO DO BEFORE TRAVELING SOLO IN NEPAL

• Study about the destination

At first, choose the destination of your bucket list so that you can tick on it. Do thorough research on the destination as it helps you in your further journey.

• Appropriate weather

Before travelling you should know about the weather. Is the weather appropriate for travel? If you know about the weather properly there is no necessity of plan B. Don’t forget to pack according to the weather.

• Make a travel itinerary

Preparing itinerary will be helpful for you. you’ll know where you are heading next.

• Get parental advice and authority

As you are travelling alone the risk factor is high so advice and authority from parents will be helpful for you. And most important leave a copy of the itinerary to your parents and friend who is close to you.

• Make sure you are physically fit

Before travelling make sure to consult with your doctor on health-related situations you should be careful of. Try to avoid unhealthy foods.

• Note down the list of emergency contact

Before travelling make a list of emergency contact so that if you get into any kind of trouble you will be able to contact them.

• Backpack essential materials

Make sure that you are carrying all the essential amenities like a torch, swiss knife, and most importantly your gadget. A trip without a click will be in your memory but not in the picture so make sure you carry a camera.

• Always be ready for plan B

If plan A doesn’t work due to weather or any other reason there must always be a plan B so you can start planning another trip.

Things to do while travelling solo in Nepal

• Try to communicate with local people

• Do the things you haven’t done in a group

• Avoid alcohol

• Enjoy your own company

• Never show how much wealth you have

• Dress according to weather

• Contact your parents regularly if possible

• There may be quite a reasons you may want to go slow but it is always better to have someone accompanying you to make a trip even better and memorable. We, https://www.swotahtravel.com/">Swotah Travel and Adventure team are always ready to help you with your tours and trips.

• List of places to visit in Nepal is endless. To make it easier for you to sort out I have listed some must-visit places in Nepal.

  Places to visit solo in Nepal

  Pashupatinath

  Pashupatinath is one of the 8 UNESCO world heritage sites in Nepal which is a sacred temple of Hindu people where they worship Lord Shiva. Only Hindus are allowed inside the gate of main temples. You can see the historical pagoda style temple from outside.

  From the way around you can observe cremation which is the last rite of Hindu after death. It is carried out on the side of the Bagmati river. Besides these, from 6 in the evening, you can observe majestic evening aarti( evening prayer ritual).

  Related package: Nepal exploration

  Swayambhunath stupa(monkey temple)

  Swayambhunath is the holiest Buddha chaityas in Nepal situated northwest of the Kathmandu Valley. This stupa is widely known as Monkey Temple among the visitors abroad. Swayambhunath sits atop its hill overlooking most parts of the valley. It is a good place to catch a good view of the city.

  Worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists the site has stood a hallmark of faith and harmony for centuries. A top of the staircase leading to the stupa lies a gold plated Vajra (a thunderbolt) behind which is the vast, round, white dome of the stupa, like a full solid skirt, at the top of which are two giant Buddha eyes wisely looking out over the peaceful valley.

  Related trips: pilgrimage tour, Buddhism circuit package

  Shivapuri National park

  Shivapuri national park established in 2002 is the second highest point at the valley rim. Situated at the height of 2732m from the sea level Shivapuri national park covers 159km2 in the district of Kathmandu, Nuwakot, Sindhupalchowk.

  Shivapuri national park is famous for hiking and its historical and religious sites. Besides, it is also a sanctuary to 318 species of birds, 2122 floral species and wide range of mammals.

  Related package: Kathmandu Hike, Shivapuri Day Hike in Nepal

  Boudhanath stupa:

  Boudhanath Stupa is one of the sites enlisted in UNESCO world heritage sites. The stupa was built in the 5th century and is the centre of Tibetan culture in Nepal. It is one of the most important hubs of trade for Tibetan people.

  Related package: Buddhism circuit package

  Kathmandu Durbar squares:

  Kathmandu Durbar square is one of the major attractions of Kathmandu valley. It is one of the UNESCO world heritage sites also known as Hanuman Dhoka. Hanuman Dhoka is a royal palace of Malla kings and shah dynasty. Living goddess Kumari also resides inside the Durbar square.

  The major attraction of Kathmandu durbar square is its historic and monumental temples such as Mahadev temple, a statue of Hanuman, Taleju temple, Ganesh temple, Kal Bhairav etc. The palace is now being used as a museum.

  Patan Durbar square:

  Patan Durbar square is one of the three durbar squares enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage sites. Located at the heart of Lalitpur city, Patan Durbar square is the most beautiful among them.

  The major attractions of Patan Durbar square are Patan museum, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, golden window, Maha Bouddha temple, Golden temple, Krishna temple.

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