Should You Cancel Your Trip to Nepal? A Traveler’s Guide in Uncertain Times
We've always believed Nepal has a way of pulling people closer when the world feels heavy. The smell of incense drifting out of temples, the way the mountains glow gold at sunrise, and even the quiet kindness of a cup of tea, offered by a stranger - it’s hard not to fall in love. But if you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably felt torn. Protests by Gen Z in Nepal, curfews, and soldiers in the streets - it’s natural to wonder: Is it really the right time to visit?
This blog is meant to walk you through what’s happening, what the Nepal Army and the Nepal Tourism Board are saying, and how you can make an honest, informed decision about your trip.
What the Nepal Army Is Doing
In times like these, the Army’s presence may be noticed on street corners, heritage sites, public offices, the checkpoints you pass on your way to the airport, and the patrols that remind you things are different right now.
The Army has stepped in to guard places like Tribhuvan International Airport so travelers can still move in and out safely and enforce curfews that sound harsh on paper but are meant to keep everyone indoors and away from danger.
What the Nepal Tourism Board Wants You to Know
The NTB is quietly doing the work of taking care of travelers, even when the streets feel unsettled. Their Tourist Police stations in Thamel, Basantapur, and Bhrikutimandap are open for calls, and they really do pick up. If you’ve ever been lost in Kathmandu’s maze of alleys, you know what a relief it is when someone on the other end says, “We’ll help you.”
They remind visitors of the simple things that make a big difference:
- Carry photocopies of your passport and visa, not the originals
- Use authorized taxis and agencies, especially now
- Drink only sealed bottled water or boiled water (because stomach trouble is the last thing you need)
- Register with your embassy as soon as you arrive in Nepal
If You’re Already in Nepal
Your days may look a little different right now. During curfew hours, streets empty out, shops shutter, and even the usual honking of Kathmandu traffic dies down.
If you’re here:
- Stay indoors during curfews. Think of it as enforced downtime, catch up on your journal, learn a few Nepali phrases, or share stories with your homestay family.=
- Check in with the NTB or Tourist Police before making plans to move around. They’ll know which routes are safe.
- Avoid protest zones, even if curiosity tugs at you. It’s not worth the risk.
If You’re Still Deciding Whether to Come
It really comes down to your comfort level. Nepal will still be here, its temples, its mountains, its endless cups of chiya aren’t going anywhere. If uncertainty makes your stomach knot, there’s no shame in waiting a little while. If you do come now, come prepared, with patience, flexibility, and trust.
A Gentle Reminder
Crisis has a strange way of revealing the heartbeat of a place. Even when the streets feel tense, you’ll notice small acts of care everywhere, an old woman lighting butter lamps at a shrine, a shopkeeper pressing fruit into your hands, a soldier offering directions instead of just waving you away.
That’s the Nepal I know. And whether you travel tomorrow or a year from now, it’s the Nepal you’ll meet too.
Latest Updates on the Current Nepal Situation (Source: Nepal Tourism Board)
- Recent demonstrations led by Gen Z groups in Nepal have concluded with the resignation of the Prime Minister.
- While certain government offices and residences of political leaders were affected during the protests, the situation is now improving with the deployment of the Nepal Army.
- Now, Nepal has a new interim Prime Minister, Mrs. Sushila Karki. After this, the situation is getting normal in Kathmandu Valley and across the nation.
- Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) has resumed service effective from 3:30 PM today, Sept 10, 2025.
- All the domestic flights have resumed from 3:30 pm, Sept 11, 2025.
- Public transportation in Kathmandu resumed on September 13, 2025, after the lifting of the citywide curfew, gradually restoring daily life to normal.
- Buses, taxis, and other public vehicles are now running in full capacity, while intercity services to and from Kathmandu have also restarted.
- Please travel with your local guide while going to the mountains, trekking, hiking, and rural areas.
- All trekking trails, cultural sites, and major tourist destinations across Nepal remain safe and can be visited soon.
- Travelers are advised to stay alert, hire local guides, follow local advisories, and contact the following emergency numbers in case of any assistance:
(Updated on: 12:00 PM, Sept 13, 2025 Nepali Time)
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