The Swotah Journal
Route guides, permits, packing lists and dispatches from the trail.
264 articles
Nepal Adventures10 Best 2 week treks in Nepal
The best ~14-19 day treks in Nepal: Everest Base Camp, Three Passes, Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho, Nar Phu, Manaslu with Tsum Valley, and the far west.
Nepal AdventuresBest Treks to do in Nepal in Less than 14 Days
The best Nepal treks for 8-13 days: Annapurna Base Camp, Mardi Himal, EBC with a heli return, Langtang, and more, grouped by region with realistic durations.
Nepal Adventures10 Best One Week or Less Treks in Nepal
Short on time? The best 1-7 day treks in Nepal: Poon Hill, Mardi Himal, Royal Trek, and day hikes around Kathmandu and Pokhara, with days needed for each.
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Why NepalWhich Trek Should I do in Nepal?
How to pick your Nepal trek: matching routes to fitness and time, private vs group, and what to expect from an agency, with links to treks by duration.
Why NepalVolunteering in Nepal: Is it Something You Should Do?
Volunteering vs voluntourism in Nepal: what genuinely helps, the orphanage problem, what to avoid, and the honest alternatives that do more good than a stint.
Why NepalAutumn in Nepal: Your Guide to the Best Season
Autumn (September-November) is Nepal's peak season: the clearest skies, the big festivals, and the busiest trails. Month-by-month conditions and how to plan it.
Nepal ExperienceTrekking in Nepal with Children
Trekking Nepal with kids: the routes that work (Shivapuri-Nagarkot, Poon Hill, Royal Trek), what ages manage what, porters for little legs, and city add-ons.
Nepal ExperienceIs Nepal Safe for Female Travellers? A First-Hand Guide
Is Nepal safe for women travelling solo? A first-hand guide to trekking, transport, towns, dress norms, and the habits that keep trips smooth, from years on the trail.
Nepal ExperienceIs Nepal a Family Destination?
Is Nepal good for families? Trekking, rafting, wildlife, and festivals with kids, what ages suit what, and the safety picture parents actually want answered.
NepalHealth and Safety When Travelling in Nepal: A Complete Guide
Health and safety in Nepal: food and water rules, altitude, animals, theft, women's safety, natural hazards, and the trusted sources worth checking pre-trip.
Nepal ExperienceThree of Our Favourite and Unusual Trips in Nepal
Three unusual Nepal trips: the Millennium Homestay Trek, ethical wildlife at Tiger Tops, and the quiet trails most itineraries miss, and why they work so well.
Nepal ExperienceHow to Choose the Right Trip to Nepal
How to match a Nepal trip to your fitness, time, and budget: realistic daily costs, the questions to ask an operator, and which trek suits which traveller.