Are you planning for trekking in Nepal himalaya? And searching a reliable service for hiring a guide for your trip? Want to know about hiring freelancer guide service or permit issue service? This article will help you to know all information about guide in Nepal.
Nepal is a beautiful country in southEast Asia known for its natural and cultural beauty. Nepal is the country of the high pass and mountains. Nepal is the best destination for travellers and trekkers to visit and explore. Nepal is famous for its unique arts, crafts, culture, traditions, birthplace of the Lord Buddha and Mata Sita. The highest mountain in the world Mount Everest with altitude of 8848m is situated in Nepal and not only Everest but the world's 14 highest mountains are situated in Nepal from Annapurna to Everest.
Kathmandu is the Capital city of Nepal which is known as the city of temples. Pokhara is another destination for the travellers to visit which is also the gateway to the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. There are other notable cities like Chitwan, Lumbini, Janakpur and many more. Every place you visit in Nepal is the unique destination itself. Nepal has a rich cultural heritage and the country is highly influenced by Hinduism and Buddhism.
You will see temples and monasteries all over the country. The country is also known for its deep Georges, deep valleys, fastest flowing rivers, and adventure spots and trekking. Whether you are a seasonal trekker or an explorer Nepal can be the destination for you. To explore Nepal and learn about its culture, traditions, architecture a guide is very necessary for it. If you are in Nepal for a trek and you want to trek to Everest, Annapurna, Lang tang, Manaslu or any other region a guide and porter is very necessary to hire and enjoy your trek to the fullest.
Trekking guide is a person who helps you and assists you through your trekking, hiking in Nepal Hiamalayas. She/he is a very professional & govt. licensed, has the knowledge about the local lifestyle, culture, history, geography and routes etc. Basically the Trekking Guide is the backbone of the trekking world; they will not only help but will make your travel journey better. They will make you feel comfortable, make you interact with the place and also take care of your safety while travelling.
Tour guide is a person who will help you, assist you through your sightseeing journey in city areas. She/he has the knowledge about the local popular destinations and they will explain to you about the local history, culture, societal norms and values, cultural and religious landmarks of a certain place etc. They will make your journey easy, comfortable and make you interact with the place by taking care of your safety.
A porteris a person who helps you to carry your luggage, bags and other stuff. They carry up to 15 to 25 kgs of your travelling stuff. They also have a good knowledge of easy routes and paths regarding the destination. They will also help you to set up your rents and other basic stuff during your trekking journey.
Nature Guide is a professional, government licensed guide who will help you, assist you about nature, helps you to understand the nature and the environment deeper and the importance as well of a particular place or a jungle. It will also help you to recognize and make you witness the stunning floras, biodiversity of the jungle and wild animal’s lifestyle, local environments and its surroundings. Since there are 4 types of Nature guides in the trekking world, you can choose according to your interest and preference.
Cultural Heritage Guide is a professional, government licensed guide who will help you, assist you, and educate you about the culture of Nepal. They will educate you about the cultural values, religion, heritage, history of a particular place. They have a good knowledge about the cultural values and norms, and their impact on the local people. It will also explain your belief in it. They will share information about the history, folktales, museums, temples, mythology of the god and goddess as well. You will get to witness how and why it is most important for people in Nepal. There are almost 4 types of Cultural Heritage guide, where you can choose according to your preference and interest.
There are certain restriceted areas in Nepal like upper Mustang, Tsum valley where you can not enter with out professional guide. A restricted Area Guide is the guide who guides you, assisting you into the restricted areas of trekking places of Nepal. They are government licensed guides and will guide you in the areas like Upper Mustang, Tsum Valley, Kanchenjunga Base Camp, Humla valley etc. These areas are restricted by the government so they can protect and save the area's local culture & tradition, and avoid the damage of their environment.
A professional Trekking Guide for the iconic trek for Everest Base Camp trek is very much crucial. Guide will help you with the correct information; make you understand the cultural values and norms of the people living around the EBC and also help you with the correct paths and directions. Guide will also support you on the difficult paths and directions of the Ebc while exploring. They will support you and help you to save yourself and make you prepare for unexpected situations, unpredictable weathers, altitude sickness etc. Guide will help you throughout your trekking journey. Guide will help you to reserve teahouses and lodges as well during the peak season. A guide is compulsory when you are trekking in Everest Base Camp because according to the law of Nepal on April 1st, 2023 you cannot trek alone.
A guide is very important when you are trekking to Annapurna base camp. You should hire a guide for your own safety and security. A guide will make you interact and understand more deeply about the local lifestyle of the Gurung and Magar community living around the Annapurna Region. Guide will make you explain about the cultural values, norms and tradition of local people and their beliefs. Guide will help you the correct directions and make it easy to tackle unexpected situations during the trekking. They will also help you with the permits and other ticketing procedures.
Manaslu is the most challenging trek, and there should be a professional guide to help you, assist you to make your trekking journey in Manaslu easy and less challenging. Guide during the trek will help you with the correct and easy directions and also make you prepared to tackle any kind of difficult situation. Guide will help you with the permits and support you during the trek. Guides are also very knowledgeable about culture, cultural norms, cuisine, mythology etc and they will teach and make you learn about it.
Starting February 15, 2025, the Nepal Government requires all Langtang Valley trekkers to have a licensed guide. This rule is for both international visitors and Nepalese citizens. It's enforced by Langtang National Park and the Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal (TAAN). Contact us to hire a professional trekking guide for your solo or group trekking in langtang.
You should hire a guide for your safety and for the cultural knowledge of a certain direction.
is a person who will guide throughout the trek with the safety, prevention and cultural and societal norms of a place whereas a porter is a person who carries your luggage.
Yes, because they will help you throughout your journey, health safety, altitude sickness management. And also with the reservation of teahouses and lodges during the trek.
It will cost you approximately $20 to $60 for a guide and a porter will cost you around $15 to 30.
You can book through trekking agencies which are officially registered.
She/he should be govt licensed. They must have their NTB/TAAN certificates.
Yes, you can from the trustworthy and officially registered trekking agency.
Yes, it depends on agencies. Sometimes most of the agencies require it.
Carrying licenses is a must along with permits, insurance, and documents are also important. And the porter should have a trekking permit.
Their responsibility is to make you reach your destination safely and make reservations for accommodation.
Up to 25kgs to 30 kgs can be carried by a Porter.
They will help you with documents like TIMS cards, permits, logistics, rooms etc.
Yes, they can speak in English and they also have good communication skills. Porter can also speak basic English as well.
You can tip $6 to $10 to a guide and for a porter $2 to $6 per day.
Yes, You can hire a female guide for solo travellers.
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