Trekking agencies have been requested to postpone trekking for the next three days (October 18, 19 and 20).
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Nepal Trekking Agencies Association (TAN) has requested its member trekking agencies to postpone trekking for the next three days (October 18, 19 and 20) and to carefully plan other tourism activities due to the ongoing heavy rains and possible risk of flooding across the country. Currently, 20,000 tourists have gone to various destinations across the country and are about to go.
TAN Secretary General Sonam Ganjen Sherpa issued a statement on Saturday citing the forecast of the Department of Water and Meteorology, saying that the safety of passengers, hikers, guides and helpers should be given first priority as the current weather conditions are highly unstable.
'Study the weather forecast issued by the Meteorological Department to adjust your schedule and do not start any new trek for the next three days . After Monday, the condition of the road and other infrastructures will be evaluated and the trek will be started," said the statement.
pulled Member agencies have been requested not to travel on the highways, follow the instructions of the local administration and especially on the Kavrevanjyang-Manthali route and other high-risk areas after 5 pm.
has instructed foreign native hikers, guides and support staff at various destinations to take all necessary safety measures after assessing the condition of local roads and infrastructure. The
association has also asked skilled trekking guides to coordinate with local communities, entrepreneurs and government agencies to assess weather conditions, assist in disaster relief and help protect local residents and property.
For emergencies, Tan has requested to contact General Secretary Sonam Ganjen Sherpa's mobile number 98510787480 and Chief Executive Officer Ramchandra Sedhain's mobile number 98436875480.
The association has asked all trekking agencies and tourism professionals to prioritize the lives and safety of travelers and act responsibly, and has suggested suspending trekking until the weather returns to normal. Other news related to
