kathmandu clothing needs for november
Jan 15th, 2006, 06:43 PM
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kathmandu clothing needs for november
we will be touring, but not treking or hiking, in and around kathmandu in mid november....can you suggest the appropriate attire, i.e. weight of clothing...??
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Jan 15th, 2006, 06:50 PM
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I didn't know you were headed for Kathmandu! In the valley (Kathamandu, Baktapur, Patan and the surrounding area) it will be warm during the day and ool to old at night. We had frost at night almost every night in mid-December, but it was in the 65-75 degree range during the day. If you go to Nagarkot to see the sunrise, you'll need something warm - I about froze there!
Jan 15th, 2006, 07:14 PM
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And I "c" that I made a typo myself - your keyboard (not you keyboard). (I am definitely getting old - I'm sure I made fewer typos when I was younger!)
Bob - wow, Kathmandu? That sounds fabulous. I'll be monitoring all your questions and awaiting your trip report, because Nepal is also on my list!
Bob - wow, Kathmandu? That sounds fabulous. I'll be monitoring all your questions and awaiting your trip report, because Nepal is also on my list!
Jan 20th, 2006, 06:06 PM
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Hi bob-talk about planning in advance! Bet you've packed a bag already! Or are you taking a backpack! Ha ha ha!
The lonely planet (my trusty friend) says exactly what Kathie said-ool & old.
Take layers of clothing. i.e. thermal skivvies (2) they get smelly easily, a polyester vest, zip front fleece jacket, (made from coke bottles!)thermal socks if your feet get cold. Lightweight stuff.
Get along to a traveller's store-ours are called Kathmandu or Paddy Pallin-and buy a pair of lightweight Columbia travel pants and a goretex shell jacket to keep you dry, if you don't already have same. All this stuff can be had for around $700 US in Oz.
We took similar stuff to Alaska in April, 2000 & the Andes & down to the Chilean fjords in September-temps similar to Nepal. I'll post after we're there in April with some cheap hotels for you & Karen to stay at! Ha ha! I kill myself, sometimes!
The lonely planet (my trusty friend) says exactly what Kathie said-ool & old.
Take layers of clothing. i.e. thermal skivvies (2) they get smelly easily, a polyester vest, zip front fleece jacket, (made from coke bottles!)thermal socks if your feet get cold. Lightweight stuff.
Get along to a traveller's store-ours are called Kathmandu or Paddy Pallin-and buy a pair of lightweight Columbia travel pants and a goretex shell jacket to keep you dry, if you don't already have same. All this stuff can be had for around $700 US in Oz.
We took similar stuff to Alaska in April, 2000 & the Andes & down to the Chilean fjords in September-temps similar to Nepal. I'll post after we're there in April with some cheap hotels for you & Karen to stay at! Ha ha! I kill myself, sometimes!
Jan 20th, 2006, 06:24 PM
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i only know one old bag....no maybe two....one is from OZ....
how is life treating you....i heard from ratt this week and she said she is taking a month long vatation with you in OZ....i knew you would take the time to show her around...such a gem you are!!!
how is life treating you....i heard from ratt this week and she said she is taking a month long vatation with you in OZ....i knew you would take the time to show her around...such a gem you are!!!
Jan 20th, 2006, 06:42 PM
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She'll need to avoid the Ratsak!
Seriously, I am engrossed & submerged (so to speak) in trip planning. Rented the house out, booked the storage unit, arranged for mail to be collected, now waiting for flight on Feb 27. Waiting, waiting!
Will keep you updated with flea bag flophouses just in case you decide to go down market & live a little!
I can send you one of my spare backpacks (80 litres) and you can fill it with Boston phone books & make like you're a real backpacker!
Stay well. Buy the thermal socks, though, they are great for people with gout!
Seriously, I am engrossed & submerged (so to speak) in trip planning. Rented the house out, booked the storage unit, arranged for mail to be collected, now waiting for flight on Feb 27. Waiting, waiting!
Will keep you updated with flea bag flophouses just in case you decide to go down market & live a little!
I can send you one of my spare backpacks (80 litres) and you can fill it with Boston phone books & make like you're a real backpacker!
Stay well. Buy the thermal socks, though, they are great for people with gout!
Jan 20th, 2006, 07:41 PM
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Bob-if you can avoid paying upfront for your Nepal trip, I'd do so. November is a long way away, but Kathmandu is under curfew right now and many places are shut i.e restaurants, hotels etc.
We intend to wait until we get to India before we pay upfront for anything, other than rail bookings. Nepal has looked a unstable for a while and it's getting worse!
As are many countries we want to revisit or visit!!
We intend to wait until we get to India before we pay upfront for anything, other than rail bookings. Nepal has looked a unstable for a while and it's getting worse!
As are many countries we want to revisit or visit!!
Jan 20th, 2006, 08:21 PM
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Bob-If you should find yourself there without appropriate clothing you'll probably be able to buy what you need, unless you are an "XL". My husband had a very hard time finding a pair of wind proof pants when we were there (for trekking) and large size socks (for size 12 feet!)were impossible to find.
You should also be able to find some beautiful handmade sweaters.
I agree with Lyndie; the situation there is a bit unstable. Who know what it will be like in November?
However, should you find yourself in need of a guide I can certainly recommend one.
Granted, we were there 7 years ago (for the entire month of November), but we have stayed in touch with our guide and recommended him (happily) to many people. Even if you are not trekking, he could take you around the city.
If you're interested, you can see my trip (including 10 days in Kathmandu)and info about the guide we used, Hiran, on my website:
http://www.wired2theworld.com
go to the RTW trip and the Nepal pages.
BTW, I also liked the Kathmandu Guest House; it wasn't "fancy" but it was steeped in history and right smack in the middle of things.
You should also be able to find some beautiful handmade sweaters.
I agree with Lyndie; the situation there is a bit unstable. Who know what it will be like in November?
However, should you find yourself in need of a guide I can certainly recommend one.
Granted, we were there 7 years ago (for the entire month of November), but we have stayed in touch with our guide and recommended him (happily) to many people. Even if you are not trekking, he could take you around the city.
If you're interested, you can see my trip (including 10 days in Kathmandu)and info about the guide we used, Hiran, on my website:
http://www.wired2theworld.com
go to the RTW trip and the Nepal pages.
BTW, I also liked the Kathmandu Guest House; it wasn't "fancy" but it was steeped in history and right smack in the middle of things.
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