Nepal

Population: 25.3 million
Language: Nepali
Capital City: Kathmandu population 1.5 million
People: Brahman, Chetri, Newar, Gurung, Magar, Tamang, Rai, Limbu, Sherpa, Tharu and others
Religion: Hindu and Buddism
Climate: Primarily temperate climate, with some tropical and alpine regions. Warm, sunny days with cool nights (subject to location and time of year). Programmes are optional in the monsoon season, end of June – mid September, and in winter, December – February, as the temperatures can be very cold.
Altitude: 1300 metres above sea level
Poverty rating: Nepal is among the poorest and least developed countries in the world, with 40% of its population living below the poverty line. GDP per capita is US$1,500.
Regions visited on the programme: Baratpur, Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara
Maximum altitude experienced on the programme: 3200 metres

Preparatory requirements

Participants intending to travel to Second Base, Nepal, must contact their personal doctor and Second Base coach to discuss recommended health clearances, immunisations, and any fitness preparation plans.

For further information about Nepal

Please refer to Nepal Tourism Board and your local Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

www.safetravel.govt.nz/destinations/nepal.shtml

www.welcomenepal.com/