How to Save on a Trip to Nepal – 10 Ways

19th September 2019

Whether you are a backpacker traveling on a shoestring budget, a family of lesser means or an elder citizen trying to cover your limited saving/pension that longed-for trip to Nepal, there are several ways to cut Nepal tour costs. Here’s a rundowns for how to plan a lower budget trip to Nepal.

Plan in Advance and be flexible – Time is money

Researching and planning ahead saves your time and money. Booking a travel package, accommodation and flight in advance is always cheaper than the last minute deal. “Time is money” but beware the law of diminishing returns!

Putting a cost-saving itinerary together requires compromise

It is quite impossible to do all the activities that you imagined on your budget but Nepal is full of alternatives value. For example – you may not be able to afford EBC trek but a trek Namche offers similar cultural and scenic attractions and is accessible with less cost and hassle.

Take advantage of low-season discounts: Winter and Monsoon

Consider visiting Nepal’s attraction in off-peak season. This typically means travelling in winter and monsoon. Many destination and hotels offer lower price and you can also save a lot on flight. Travelling Nepal in low-season has the added benefits that you will find less-crowds for a more tranquil and peaceful experience. Nepal’s winter through very clod are usually the driest time of the year but you can enjoy the mountain at its best attire. In monsoon, Nepal receives heavy downpour but it is real boon for keen botanist.

Use Lower – Price Forms of Transport – Local Buses

There is one best way to save huge amount of money while travelling in Nepal: ditch the plane and take a bus route instead. If you are okay with spending a bit more time between destinations local buses are a fraction of the price of domestic flights. In cities, always use public transport instead of taxis. Long distance buses are even lower price, though less-comfortable especially during night time. Using a local bus will save about 80% of your fare that you will be spending on air flights.

Limit your time in the big cities

No doubt everybody who travel Nepal wish to visit the main attractions: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan etc. Heck, you could spend weeks in each of these cities you had time and money. Note: 1 day of expenses in a major cities is equal to 2 – 3 days anywhere else in Nepal. We are not suggesting to skip the capital city Kathmandu but just don’t linger. Lodging, food and activities are much cheaper in small cities and trust us, you will experience the “real Nepal” instead of the “crowded cities”.

Stay in budget hotels

You are likely to get what you pay for. Stay in budget hotel instead of luxurious one. Luxurious hotels are way too costly for sustained living. In fact, you can get private rooms in a budget hotel and save pretty much compared to luxurious hotels. Luxurious hotels in Nepal will cost you USD. 40 – 100, while budget hotels are available in just USD. 3 – 7.

Find area wholesale markets

Find wholesale market – they are available in every cities and purchase your food and goods for them. They are much cheaper. You will save pretty much amount.

Walk Everywhere

It’s true that transportation means comfort and luxury but on crowded streets, it is bound to be opposite. Either way, walking is a great fun. Stretch your legs, burn some calories, explore your surroundings and immerse into local’s lifestyle.

Choose Activities Wisely

A lot of activities and attractions in Nepal are quite expensive. Visit less popular attractions and enjoy the facilities of hotels and restaurants in super low cost.

Consider an English Teaching Job

One of the best ways to travel around Nepal in cheapest cost is to work here. Though not high, teaching job can pay for your food and accommodation with a decent salary. It also provides opportunity to know the Nepalese on more intimate level. Quite Simple - visit nearby School and ask for the job!

Final Thoughts/ Travel Nepal on Budget

Apart from these tips, you can consider comparing the cost of independent travel with a group tour for all or part of your vacation. Though you lose privacy, you ought to gain in saving. Try group trip when you are out for multi-days trip to Nepal.