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Nepal Safe and Responsible Travel
Intrepid Foundation at Work Around the World
The Intrepid Foundation provides travellers with an opportunity to give something back to the many wonderful communities we travel to. By donating to The Intrepid Foundation you can make a difference in local communities - in health care, education, human rights, child welfare and the protection of wildlife and the environment.
Just One
This relatively small non-government organisation targets disadvantaged children living in dangerous and vulnerable situations on the streets; living with their impoverished families and/or those required to work for a living. They help support access to appropriate educational opportunities, vocational training, and greater stability and security at home.
Image supplied by Just One
Prisoners Assistance Nepal
The children of female prisoners in Nepal are amongst the most vulnerable and socially excluded individuals. PA Nepal helps support the rehabilitation and integration of prisoners’ children, out of prisons and into the community after equipping them with self-sustaining life skills and education.
Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP)
The Kathmandu Environmental Education Project is a non-profit organisation that provides impartial information to ensure the ecological and cultural prosperity of Nepal. Training, workshops and other programs help locals to preserve their precious culture and environment.
Image supplied by Niraj Shrestha.
Responsible Travel Tips
Intrepid is committed to travelling in a way that is respectful of local people, their culture, local economies and the environment. It's important to remember that what may be acceptable behaviour, dress and language in your own country, may not be appropriate in another. Please keep this in mind while travelling.
Top responsible travel tips for Nepal
- Be considerate of Nepal’s customs, traditions, religion and culture.
- Dress modestly and respectfully. Shoulders to knees should be covered, especially when entering places of worship.
- For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water.
- Always dispose of litter thoughtfully, including cigarette butts.
- When bargaining at markets, stay calm, be reasonable and keep a smile on your face. It's meant to be fun!
- Learn some local language and don't be afraid to use it - simple greetings will help break the ice.
- Shop for locally made products. Supporting local artisans helps keep traditional crafts alive.
- Refrain from supporting businesses that exploit or abuse endangered animals.
- Please ask and receive permission before taking photos of people, including children.
- When on community visits or homestays, refrain from giving gifts or money to locals.
Health and Safety
Intrepid takes the health and safety of its travellers seriously, and takes every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone. We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure:
Shortlist
Nepal at a glance
- 41
- Kathmandu (population 700,000)
- 29.5 million
- Nepali
- NPR
- (GMT+05:45) Kathmandu
- Type C (European 2-pin), Type D (Old British 3-pin), Type M (see D)
- +977
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