The Dashain break is a chance to see more of Nepal and beyond
Summary
The Dashain-Tihar holiday is drawing Nepalis to trekking routes, heritage sites and wildlife destinations across Nepal, while also boosting travel plans to Southeast Asia and beyond. Tourism officials and airlines are urging travelers to check weather, routes, visas and local rules before setting off.
Key Points
- Dashain-Tihar offers Nepalis a chance to explore Everest, Mustang, Kanchenjunga and other domestic destinations during Nepal’s main trekking season.
- Tourism officials advise travelers to prepare carefully, check weather and route conditions, and avoid rushing to high altitudes because of the risk of altitude sickness.
- Popular overseas destinations for Nepali travelers this season include Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia and Dubai, with airfares higher than last year.
- Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific have launched festival promotions to attract Nepali travelers during the holiday period.
