Trekking
How do you say left and right in Nepali?
"Debre" (देब्रे) is left, "daahine" (दाहिने) is right. For "go left" say "debre janus" (देब्रे जानुस्). Useful in taxis when the driver doesn't use Google Maps.
The Nepali
देब्रे · दाहिने
debre · daahine/d̪ebre · d̪əːɦine/
Related questions
How do you say how many hours in Nepali?
"Kati ghanta?" (कति घण्टा?) — used to ask trail times at lodges or porters. Far more useful than "kati tadha" (how far) because Nepali distances are notoriously elastic.
Do I need a guide for Everest Base Camp?
Since 2023, Nepal requires a government-licensed guide for trekking in national parks including Sagarmatha (Everest region). Enforcement is uneven — many solo trekkers still complete the trek — but at Namche checkpoint you can be retroactively required to hire one. Safest path: a porter-guide for the high-altitude segments.
What permits do I need for Everest Base Camp in 2026?
Two permits, both cash-on-arrival at trail checkpoints: (1) Sagarmatha National Park entry — NPR 3,000 at Monjo; (2) Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit — NPR 2,000 at Lukla. Total NPR 5,000 (~$37). The old TIMS card requirement was dropped in 2023 for this region.
How much does the Everest Base Camp trek cost?
Self-organised with a porter-guide: ~$1,600 inclusive of round-trip Lukla flights, permits, on-trail food and lodging, tips. Mid-tier agency package booked from abroad: $2,200-2,800. Premium all-inclusive: $3,500+. Plan for hidden costs at altitude — hot showers, wifi, charging, snacks all add up.