Nepal travel advise:
We hope you are aware of situation in Nepal. Nepal is a very hospitable country and Peoples are very friendly. Tourism in Nepal is safe and will remain safe. In this regard we like to mention that there is no report of any assaults to any Tourists by rebels. However there has been a few reports of extortion during trekking in remote area. The Popular tourism destination like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, Everest region, Annapurna region, Langtang region, etc. are considered very safe regions. Bandh is a strike called by any political party. Therefore some change in the itinerary must be expected if a Transport strike is called by a political party. Such strike has zero effect in sight seeing in Kathmandu valley or trekking or any tours in Tibet.
However for your convenience please find the security advises and Nepal travel advise from various Embassies in Nepal.
1. UK Citizen: http://www.britain.gov.np/traveladvice.htm
2. US Citizen: http://www.travel.state.gov/travel_warnings.html
3. Australia Citizen: http://www.dfat.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Nepal
With the conclusion of a political agreement in December 2007, Nepal was able to announce a new date for the Constituent Assembly Election. The election had took place on 10 April 2008. At the first session of the Constituent Assembly on 28 May, it voted to declare Nepal a federal democratic republic, thereby abolishing the monarchy. Five hundred sixty four members of the Constituent Assembly voted on this motion, with 560 in favor and four opposed.
Moreover the major parties agreed on the creation of the position of President, while the Prime Minister was to hold executive powers. Former King Gyanendrahas moved out Narayanhiti palce to his new home in Nagarjun. The New constitution is expected within two years.
So far there is no problem for any Toursist from Maoists or from any political outfits. We hope there will be no problem from Maoists when you are in Nepal. We beleive you will have enjoyable and peacefull holidays in Nepal. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email us.