Travel Health Guide
With the highest mountain peaks in the world, it’s easy to see why Nepal has become a paradise for adventure lovers who flock here to trek through the Himalayas and bike through the Kathmandu valley. Paired with the rich culture of Nepalese cities, villages, temples, and monasteries, it’s no surprise Nepal is at the top of many travel wishlists.
Travel Health Guide
With the highest mountain peaks in the world, it’s easy to see why Nepal has become a paradise for adventure lovers who flock here to trek through the Himalayas and bike through the Kathmandu valley. Paired with the rich culture of Nepalese cities, villages, temples, and monasteries, it’s no surprise Nepal is at the top of many travel wishlists.
At Runway, we're looking to empower the traveler with information, resources and access to prescription travel medication. Runway Health Guides are compiled from government sources, local authorities and vetted by a team of licensed travel physicians. From vaccine requirements to medication recommendations, here’s everything you need to know.
If traveling directly from the US, Nepal does not require any vaccines to enter.
If your itinerary includes a visit to or a 12+ hour layover in another country before arrival in Nepal, a Yellow Fever vaccine and proof of vaccination may be required to enter. To see if you are stopping in a Yellow Fever Endemic country before arrival, click here:
Requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations change regularly. For the latest travel requirements, please refer to this interactive map developed by our friends at Sherpa.
when traveling from the US to Nepal
Covid 19
Childhood Vaccinations
Altitude Sickness Medication
as the country is mountainous, with many of the traditional highlights above 8,000ft.
Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics
to alleviate an intestinal infection resulting from eating or drinking contaminated food or water. It is the most common travel-related illness and can occur anywhere, but the highest-risk destinations are in Asia, Africa, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Middle East.
Select your destination for products that might be a good fit for your travel needs.
when traveling from the US to Nepal
Vaccines
Typhoid
if you are visiting rural or remote areas or enjoying an extended stay in the country.
Cholera
is rare for travelers, and vaccination is not routinely recommended. It may be considered if you are working in humanitarian settings or visiting friends or family in active transmission areas. Avoiding unsafe food or water and regularly washing your hands is your best bet for staying safe.
Medications
Malaria Medication
if traveling in low elevation areas (below 6,500 ft). Malaria is not found in the capital of Kathmandu or on most popular Himalayan Treks. Plan ahead- you may have to start taking medication for several days before and after you travel to ensure that it is effective.
Motion Sickness Medication
will ensure your travels by air, land or sea are more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.
Sleep Aid
may be a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress or time zone changes.
At Runway, we're looking to empower the traveler with information, resources and access to prescription travel medication. Runway Health Guides are compiled from government sources, local authorities and vetted by a team of licensed travel physicians. From vaccine requirements to medication recommendations, here’s everything you need to know.
Yellow Fever
If traveling directly from the US, Nepal does not require any vaccines to enter.
COVID-19
Requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations change regularly. For the latest travel requirements, please refer to this interactive map developed by our friends at Sherpa.
when traveling from the US to Nepal
Vaccines
Covid 19
Childhood Vaccinations
Altitude Sickness Medication
as the country is mountainous, with many of the traditional highlights above 8,000ft.
Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics
to alleviate an intestinal infection resulting from eating or drinking contaminated food or water. It is the most common travel-related illness and can occur anywhere, but the highest-risk destinations are in Asia, Africa, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Middle East.
when traveling from the US to Nepal
Vaccines
Typhoid
if you are visiting rural or remote areas or enjoying an extended stay in the country.
Cholera
is rare for travelers, and vaccination is not routinely recommended. It may be considered if you are working in humanitarian settings or visiting friends or family in active transmission areas. Avoiding unsafe food or water and regularly washing your hands is your best bet for staying safe.
Malaria Medication
if traveling in low elevation areas (below 6,500 ft). Malaria is not found in the capital of Kathmandu or on most popular Himalayan Treks. Plan ahead- you may have to start taking medication for several days before and after you travel to ensure that it is effective.
Motion Sickness Medication
will ensure your travels by air, land or sea are more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.
Sleep Aid
may be a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress or time zone changes.
Explore more
Altitude Sickness
Malaria Prevention
Traveler’s Diarrhea
Sleeplessness
Motion Sickness
Not sure what you need? Chat with a clinician today.