How to Book Travel on Buddha Air

Buddha Air has established itself as one of the leaders of domestic air travel in Nepal. Based in Kathmandu, the carrier boasts a new fleet of Beech 1900 aircraft and has won kudos for its safety record.

Things You'll Need

• Passport
• Entry visa for Nepal

Instructions

Reserve Flights on Buddha Air

1. Call 011 ([phone] to book seats on Buddha Air's daily domestic flights. You can also reach ticket agents in each destination city. Prices for tickets on this regional carrier are in the moderate range.

2. Use the booking feature of Buddha Air's Web site to make flight reservations (see the Resources section below). Choose a flight from their list and provide your personal information; Buddha Air will reply to you regarding your itinerary.

3. E-mail any questions or requests to Buddha Air at [e-mail].

4. Contact a travel agent. They can book package deals that offer discounts on plane fares and hotel accommodations.

Travel Throughout Nepal on Buddha Air

1. Book flights on Buddha Air to popular tourist locations. Buddha Air offers daily flights to the natural parks of Bharatpur and round trip to Nepalgunj, the beginning point for many organized treks. In addition, Buddha Air conveniently offers six flights to Pokhara, an area famous for its lakes and mountain access.

2. Use Buddha Air to travel to historically significant locations. Daily flights are available to Janakpur, a sacred Hindu location and ancient capital city, as well as to Bhairahawa, near the location of the Buddha's birth.

3. Take advantage of Buddha Air's Everest Experience and view the top of the world without climbing a step. Each passenger gets a window seat and can take pictures of the tallest mountain in the world from the cockpit.

Take Care of Travel Necessities for Your Trip to Nepal

1. Have a valid passport and entry visa for Nepal. You can acquire a visa before you depart or buy one when you arrive in Kathmandu.

2. Exchange money as soon as you arrive in Nepal. Nepalese currency is not available outside the country, and you may need cash immediately.

Tips & Warnings

• 011 is the dialing prefix used for telephoning abroad from the United States. If you're calling from another country, check which international dialing prefix to use. All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.

• Travel throughout Nepal can be dangerous due to the presence of Maoist rebels. Despite negotiations between the insurgency and the government, violent activities still occur.