How much data should I plan for a route through Kathmandu and Pokhara?

For a route through Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan, account for map use and whether you can download route details over Wi-Fi first. Estimate from your own use of maps, messaging, social uploads and Wi-Fi; video, hotspot use and photo backup can increase demand. The ranges on this page are seven-day examples, not a prediction for your trip.

What should I save offline for a trip to Nepal?

Save route maps, lodging details and transport confirmations for Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan before leaving an area with Wi-Fi. Service can vary with terrain and local network availability.

How do I compare plans for stops around Kathmandu and Pokhara?

Confirm that the offer includes Nepal. Network availability in Nepal can vary by exact location and terrain, so keep route details offline. Review the selected plan's current country or territory list, validity, data allowance and activation terms before purchase.

Destination travel eSIM

Get a Nepal eSIM for your trip.

One prepaid eSIM for your Nepal trip. Choose data and validity, then check out in your selected currency.

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Use this eSIM for mobile data. Your regular number may remain available for calls or texts, depending on your phone and carrier; roaming charges may apply.

Install on Wi-Fi

Install before departure, then follow your selected plan’s terms for when to enable it.

Before your trip

Keep the details you need close at hand.

Kathmandu accommodation and arrival details
Offline maps for Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan
Booking and transport confirmations
Emergency and insurance contacts

Data planning: Download trail maps and save permits, lodging and guide contacts before leaving a city. For trekking, use official local guidance and do not rely on mobile data as your only navigation resource.

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Networks used by Nepal plans

Ncell Nepal

Networks can vary by plan. Check the plan details before you buy. A travel eSIM can provide mobile data for maps, messaging and travel apps in Nepal. The offer's country or territory inclusion does not guarantee reception at every stop; local availability, partner networks, terrain and device settings affect service. Availability is not guaranteed at every location; verify the selected plan's terms.

Ideas for your trip

Nepal trip planning

Explore Kathmandu Valley in sections

The capital and nearby heritage towns have numerous sites; group visits by area and check current entry details.

Use Pokhara for a lakeside and mountain base

Choose day activities around your pace and the weather, and save pickup points before leaving the centre.

Arrange Chitwan through a confirmed stay

Park visits and community activities have specific local rules; check current information with official park or lodge sources.

Nepal trip planner

Plan your Nepal itinerary

For a trip limited to Nepal, compare the destination plan's data, validity and price with any regional option. For a multi-country route, choose a plan only if its current included-country list covers every stop.

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Start from Kathmandu
Use your first stop in Kathmandu to organize lodging, onward transport and maps for the rest of the route.
Check that the selected offer includes the destination country or territory. Save the route toward Pokhara; network service can vary with terrain and location.
02
Plan the route to Pokhara
A visit to Pokhara is a separate leg from Kathmandu; check the distance, transport and time needed for the route.
Save the route map, lodging address and confirmed transfer details before departure. Check that the selected offer includes the destination country or territory; local service varies.
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A separate stop in Chitwan
If Chitwan is part of the same trip, allow for the transfer and check whether your bookings depend on a live connection.
Keep essential confirmations offline. Check destination country or territory inclusion and treat service at the exact stop as variable.

Nepal data planning

How much data might your Nepal trip use?

The examples below describe different trip patterns and the assumptions behind each estimate. Your actual use depends on your apps, settings, trip length and access to Wi-Fi.

Seven-day light-use calculator example

3.6–5.5 GB

Assumes: Seven days of messaging, email, browsing and occasional maps, with streaming and video calls off, light social use and few photo uploads. Wi-Fi availability is not included in this activity estimate and may reduce mobile data used.

Seven-day typical-use calculator example

10.1–15.1 GB

Assumes: Seven days with light streaming and video calls, daily maps, moderate social use and photo uploads. Wi-Fi access is not modelled and may reduce mobile data used; hotspot, higher-resolution video and app updates can raise demand.

These are rough planning examples, not plan allowances or promises. Actual data use varies with apps, settings, trip length and Wi-Fi. Compare estimates with the live plan options above.

Estimate usage by activity

Good to know

Nepal eSIM questions

No plan guarantees service throughout mountain or remote areas in Nepal. Check the selected plan's available network information, and download maps and key contacts before leaving Kathmandu.