Nepal Safety & Alerts
Real-time road conditions, weather advisories, and travel warnings. Updated by our Nepal-based team.
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All clear
No active alerts at this time. Nepal is open for travel.
General Safety Tips
Altitude Sickness
Above 3,000m — ascend slowly, max 300–500m per day. Diamox helps. Descend immediately if symptoms worsen.
Emergency Numbers
Nepal Police: 100 · Tourist Police: 01-4247041 · Ambulance: 102 · Himalayan Rescue: 01-4440066
Monsoon Season
June–September brings heavy rain, landslides, and leeches on trails. Many high passes close. Check conditions before travel.
Trek Insurance
Always have travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation. Rescue can cost $5,000–$20,000 USD without coverage.
Water Safety
Never drink tap water. Use water purification tablets or a filter. Boil water above 4,000m for longer.
Connectivity
Mobile signal drops above 4,000m on most routes. Download offline maps before your trek. Inform someone of your itinerary.