The Journal
Field notes from the
Himalayas.
Long-form dispatches, trekking field notes, and slow-travel guides written by the same people who lead our trips. No press releases. Just things worth carrying with you.
Dispatches
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Filter by region, season, or theme. Every dispatch is anchored to a real route we run. Read first, then go.
06/06 dispatches
Travelling to Nepal Post-Protests: A Timely Return to Calm
Is Nepal safe after recent protests? Airports, trails, and booking notes from our Kathmandu desk for travellers planning autumn and winter trips.
Janai Purnima and its Significance
Janai Purnima in Nepal: sacred thread ceremony, Raksha Bandhan ties, Hindu and Buddhist meaning, and the best places to witness the full moon day.
Nepal's UNESCO World Heritage Sites: A Journey Through Time
All 10 Nepal UNESCO World Heritage Sites: seven Kathmandu Valley monuments, Lumbini, Chitwan, and Sagarmatha. Practical visitor notes from our guides.
Bibaha Panchami: A Divine Celebration in Janakpur
Bibaha Panchami in Janakpur: the divine wedding of Ram and Sita, festival dates, processions, rituals, and travel tips for Terai pilgrims.
Journey to Muktinath: A First-Time Pilgrim's Guide
First-person notes from Muktinath at 3710 m: helicopter vs road, the 108 waterspouts, dress code, altitude, and the best seasons for darshan.
Sadbiu Charne (Satbij Chharne): Nepal Festival Guide
Guide to Sadbiu Charne, also called Satbij Chharne, Nepal's festival of atonement: meaning, rituals, dates, and where to observe in the valley.
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