The Swotah Journal
Route guides, permits, packing lists and dispatches from the trail.
268 articles
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.
Nepal ExperienceCOMMON MISTAKES WHILE TRAVELLING IN NEPAL AND WAYS TO AVOID THEM
The most common Nepal travel mistakes, from overpacked itineraries and bargaining errors to picking the wrong trek, and the simple ways to avoid every one.
Why NepalWhy Small Group Tours Are the Best Way to Explore Nepal
Why 6-12 person groups beat big buses and going alone in Nepal: authentic encounters, lower impact, built-in safety, and what to look for in a small-group operator.
PhotographyBhutan As One Of The Safest Travel Destinations
Why Bhutan ranks among the world's safest destinations: near-zero crime, guided travel by design, and the 2026 costs (USD 100/night SDF) that keep crowds away.
Nepal9 Must-Read Books About Nepal That Will Give You Serious Wanderlust
Nine books that capture Nepal: The Snow Leopard, Into Thin Air, Annapurna: A Woman's Place, The Climb, and more, from mountaineering epics to village memoirs.
Why NepalDental Tourism in Nepal: A Patient's First-Hand Guide
Dental tourism in Nepal first-hand: real Kathmandu prices vs the West, how to verify clinics, what treatments make sense mid-trip, and the risks worth knowing.
Why NepalTop 10 Activities to Discover Himalaya Other Than Trekking
See the Himalaya without trekking: mountain flights, paragliding, hot-air ballooning, monastery stays, jeep tours, cable cars, and the Everest skydive.
What is Swotah?When Is the Right Time to Book Your Nepal Holiday?
When to book a Nepal trip: season-by-season advice, how far ahead to reserve treks, flights, and restricted-area permits, and what actually moves the prices.
Why NepalIs Nepal Safe to Travel? A Complete Guide for 2026
Is Nepal safe in 2026? Political stability, trekking risks, health precautions, natural hazards, and insurance, plus the rules that actually apply at entry today.