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Where do I start to find information about travel in Nepal?
We have summarized a set of guides and links to give you a head start to finding as much about travel in Nepal as you want.
Here is the breakdown by different stages of a travel journey.
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You might be interested to travel to Nepal for:
Trekking
Rafting, kayaking and boating
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Bungee Jumping, canyoning
Pargliding, parahawking
Sightseeing the ancient heritages, temples, stupas
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Where do I exchange money in Nepalese currency?
There are exchange counters at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. There are official money changing facilities in large towns like Kathmandu and Pokhara and you will also find this service in various border crossings. There will be a number of private banks willing to exchange foreign currency. For official exchange of money, you will
Can I exchange foreign currencies in Sunauli?
There are banks and money exchange centers in Sunauli. They exchange Nepali and Indian rupees at a fixed rate (NRS 1.6 = INRS 1) and cash travelers cheques in US dollars, UK pounds and euros. You can exchange your money in the border as well.
Where can I exchange foreign currency in Pokhara?
There are several foreign currency exchange offices in Pokhara. Besides, there are branches of various commercial banks to exchange foreign currencies.
Where can I exchange foreign currency in Bhaktapur?
There are money exchange offices in Taumadhi Tole and Tachupal Tole.
Where do I go to exchange foreign currency to Nepali currency?
There are a number of banks and licensed moneychangers which exchange foreign currency to Nepali currency and vice versa. If you are staying in Thamel you could visit the Himalayan Bank. Standard Chartered Bank in Lazimpat has an ATM for credit card withdrawals. There are two more Standard Chartered ATMs in Thamel- opposite the Third
Can I exchange foreign currency in the trekking routes in Nepal?
It is very difficult to exchange foreign currency in the trekking routes except in some highly popular trekking routes like Everst Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit treks. It is difficult to exchange Rs. 1,000 notes (for lower denominations) except in popular places like Namche and Jomsom.
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Can I exchange unused Nepalese currency before I leave Nepal?
Yes, you can exchange unused Nepalese currency to US$ at the branch office of Nabil Bank at the airport. For this you have to have unused foreign exchange encashment receipts (the bank will keep the exchange receipt for its records). If you are leaving for India, you can exchange between INRs. 500 to 2,000 after










