Travel Summary

• On 5 May an avalanche triggered a flood of the Seti river in Kaski district, north of Pokhara.  Travellers should follow the advice of local authorities and exercise extra caution when trekking in the area of Annapurna and Machapuchre. 
  
   
• The political situation in Nepal is changeable. There are frequent bandhs (shutdowns), rallies and demonstrations, which can be violent and cause widespread disruption. If you are travelling in Nepal, you should remain vigilant, avoid demonstrations, and stay in close touch with your tour operator. See Safety and Security - Political Situation and Safety and Security - Local Travel.
  
  
• On 30 April 2012, a bomb exploded during a political protest in Janakpur, south-east of Nepal, killing four people. The area is off the usual tourist track. You are advised to be vigilant while travelling in Nepal.  See  Safety and Security - Terrorism.
  
  
• Most visits to Nepal are trouble-free. 28 British nationals required consular assistance in Nepal in the period 01 April 2010 - 31 March 2011. See General - Consular Assistance.
  
  
• On 25 September 2011 a Buddha Air flight crashed in the Lalitpur district, south of Kathmandu. 19 people died in the accident. See Safety and Security - Air Travel.
  
  
• Nepal is considered to be at high risk of a major earthquake. See Natural Disasters - Earthquakes.
  
  
• You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.