Travel and transport agencies Kathmandu

Napoléon Trekking is a Franco-Nepalese agency born of the initiative of Suraj Adhikari, a former sherpa who knows the Himalayas like the back of his hand, and who launched his own trekking agency with a French couple, Jacques and Chrystelle, 15 years ago. It's a committed agency, as 3% of trekking revenues are donated to the association Les Enfants des Montagnes du Monde. In addition, the agency organizes humanitarian treks to distribute food to the most remote villages, a great way to discover Nepal.

It is one of Nepal's two main airlines, along with Buddha Air. Yeti Airlines serves all domestic airports of interest at competitive prices, particularly Pokhara, Bharatpur for Chitwan National Park and Nepalganj for Bardia National Park, though with less frequent flights than its competitor. Prices may be cheaper, depending on checked baggage allowance. Interesting if you're going away for a few days without much luggage, to get a small discount on your plane ticket.

Serious French-speaking travel agency run by our friendly Deepak, who has already sponsored more than 135 children through his association. With him, you will travel responsibly and off the beaten track! With his 20 years of experience as a French-speaking guide for a well-known TO, he offers beautiful tours accessible to all, including some suitable for families such as a trek between Chitwan and Pokhara. Special mention for the tours on the high plateaus, at the inhabitant's home and the nights in bivouac to meet the Gurung ethnic group.

It was in 1982 that Catherine discovered Nepal. Three years later, she moved to Kathmandu to open her agency there. Glacier Trek Safari is part of the list of well-established agencies. It offers classic treks that you can join, but also tailor-made treks or ascents, or guided tours. Receptive for 4 agencies in France, Glacier Trek Safari works in Nepal, Bhutan, India and Tibet. In addition, GST is closely associated with the non-governmental organization Samdo Avenir.

The Nepalese association of rafting agencies is an excellent address to ensure that the Thamel agencies that will offer you their service have all the guarantees, especially in terms of safety. This association is recognized by the government and dates back to 1989. It regroups the rafting agencies in Nepal and can provide information on each of them. It also organizes several events every year.

Qatar Airways offers at least one daily flight to Kathmandu from Paris Charles-de-Gaulle airport, with a connection in Doha. It is the only airline currently serving Kathmandu from France, and an excellent one at that. On board, Qatar Airways is renowned for its high level of service and comfort. Choose a connecting flight with a stopover of more than 1h30 to be sure of catching the flight. There are no connections with provincial cities, so you'll need to coordinate a TGV arriving at Charles de Gaulle Terminal 1.

Druk Air is Bhutan's state-owned national airline. Its commercial name is Royal Bhutan Airlines. Based at Paro airport near the capital Thimphu, it is recognized by the majestic dragon(Druk in Bhutanese) adorning the wings of its aircraft. The airline serves a number of Southeast Asian cities (New Delhi, Singapore and Bangkok). There are daily flights between Kathmandu and Paro, but schedules vary according to the weather.

Shree Airlines is Nepal's third-largest airline and, unlike its competitors Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines, offers only a few low-frequency routes at very competitive prices. All routes depart from and arrive in Kathmandu. Shree Airlines offers flights to Pokhara, Bhadrapur, Bhairahawa, Janakpur or Nepalganj and many other cities, which can be interesting off the beaten track. To be compared with the other two if you have to take a domestic flight.

This Franco-Nepalese family agency, taken over by Pasang and his team, now has over fifteen years' experience. It caters for an international clientele with a team of experienced guides. Organization and adaptability are the qualities of this team, who will take you on classic treks and those with fixed departures, as well as those you wish to build with them. It is also possible to take part in discovery tours of the country's national parks from the Terai to the south (Chitwan, Bardia...).

Hari's seriousness can only be underlined. This determined young Nepalese who launched this agency in 2008. He loves his country and his job. The agency has built up a good reputation with a European clientele. For the solo traveller or the low budget traveller, we propose here guaranteed departures on certain treks, which allows you to depart at a lower cost. The team and guides are flexible and adapt very well to last minute changes. Rafting, paragliding, trekking or cultural tours... you should find what you are looking for.

Auronepal Travel and Trek is the travel agency of the Sri Aurobindo Yoga Mandir, to which it donates its income. The agency offers a great list of services: treks, rafting, safaris, cultural and national park visits, but also yoga classes, ayurvedic treatments and spiritual retreats. This diversified offer and the proximity to the Sri Aurobindo Yoga Mandir contribute to create an environment totally in line with the life and values of the ashram. The director Prem Bhusal and the guides are former children of the institution.

For a cultural tour in Nepal and Tibet, Basu, the co-founder of the agency, is the French-speaking guide you need. He knows his country perfectly as well as the expectations of the French-speaking customers he has been taking care of for decades. With his partner Pradip, also a French-speaking guide, it is a good duo who offers you well studied and therefore very competitive prices. They are highly recommended for tours in the Kathmandu valley, Chitwan and Pokhara.

With more than 25 years of experience, the agency has well-established values in favour of sustainable development. Here we go trekking without any plastic bottles, but with water filters, tablets and guides from the region in order to favour the local economy. Carriers can be used but with a reasonable charge. For the safaris, we will not ride elephants but we will walk alongside them. Also, one of the first gay friendly agencies. In short, a committed agency with a great expertise in the field.

It's the largest airline in the country. It serves more than thirty destinations, most of them in Nepal and about ten abroad. The company is managed by the Nepalese government and has a relatively high level of security. Nepal Airlines serves Pokhara, Dolpo, Lukla, Phaplu, Manang, Bhojpur, Suketar, Nepalganj and Biratnagar among others. Internationally, Nepal Airlines offers flights to Delhi, Bangkok and Hong Kong. A good option to travel around Nepal.

In order not to be embarrassed by the postal procedures, do not hesitate to call on a freight agency such as OM Exports. The rates applied to shipment of packages by cargo are staggered: US $ 3,45 for more than 40 kg, US $ 3 for more than 100 kg and US $ 2,52 for more than 500 kg. Add additional taxes for service, fuel, packaging, and local taxes. Contact them directly for details.

To send a parcel abroad, you must go to a building located north of the main post. Each package is packed and stamped locally. The Nepalese bureaucracy is creating patience! It will take you at least one hour to get to the end, go early. You can choose between a shipping by the sea (45 days) or by the air (15 days). Avoid opting for the seaway if you are in a hurry, since your package will have to reach Calcutta by road before loading onto a cargo ship.

An international service.

If you want to be sure your letters or packages arrive… 

To avoid growing queues, consider buying stamps in a bookstore. The counter differs depending on the type of shipment to be sent.

Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is a prime destination for trekking enthusiasts. Himalayan World Adventure offers tours and excursions in the region's magnificent mountains. With its majestic hills and peaks, Nepal is a veritable paradise for trekkers from all over the world. The agency offers itineraries to suit all levels, from beginners to the most experienced. Whether you're looking for a day hike or a trek lasting several weeks, Himalayan World Adventure can help you organize your trip.

Evergreen Tours is a tour operator based in Kathmandu. They offer a variety of tours and visits in the region. They also offer combined tours of Bhutan and India. Rates vary according to tour duration and destination.