Health and Safety

Visit a travel clinic 6-8 weeks before departure. Recommended vaccines include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Rabies. Malaria prophylaxis is advised for Terai regions. Drink only bottled or purified water — never tap water. Wash hands frequently. Food safety — eat at busy restaurants where food is freshly cooked. Avoid raw salads and unpeeled fruit. Travel insurance is absolutely essential and must cover emergency helicopter evacuation which can cost $5000-15000. Keep emergency contacts handy — your embassy, your tour operator, and the nearest hospital.