# Photography Tours in Nepal

## Photography tours in Nepal

Nepal is one of the most rewarding countries in the world to photograph. Catch **sunrise on the Himalaya** from **Nagarkot** and **Sarangkot**, shoot Everest from the window of a **mountain flight**, watch pilgrims circle **Swayambhunath** and **Boudhanath** at dawn, and capture the red cliffs and walled towns of **Upper Mustang**.

These trips are planned around the light: early starts, sunset viewpoints and time to wait for the shot. Our guides know where to go and how to photograph people respectfully. See our [Himalaya photography tips](/blog/himalaya-photography-tips).

- **Mountain light:** sunrise and sunset viewpoints
- **Culture:** temples, stupas and old bazaars
- **Best time:** October–November for clear skies

## Trips
- [Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour](https://himalayanhiking.com/everest-base-camp-helicopter-tour.md): 1 days, Easy, max About 5,545 m / 18,192 ft (landing near Kala Patthar), from US$1,100. The Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is a morning flight from Kathmandu into the heart of the Everest region, landing near Kala Patthar (5,545 m) or Everest Ba...
- [Everest Mountain Flight from Kathmandu](https://himalayanhiking.com/everest-mountain-flight.md): 1 days, Easy, max Flies at about 7,500–8,000 m (cabin pressurised), from US$240. The Everest mountain flight is a one-hour scenic flight from Kathmandu along the Himalaya to Mount Everest (8,848.86 m) and back. From a guaranteed window seat...
- [Upper Mustang Jeep Tour to Lo Manthang](https://himalayanhiking.com/upper-mustang-jeep-tour.md): 9 days, Easy to moderate, max 3,840 m / 12,598 ft (Lo Manthang), passes up to about 4,000 m, from US$1,690. The Upper Mustang jeep tour takes you by 4WD to Lo Manthang (3,840 m), the medieval walled capital of the former Kingdom of Lo, known as the "Forbidden Kingdom"...
- [Nepal Highlights Tour](https://himalayanhiking.com/nepal-highlights-tour.md): 12 days, Easy, max About 2,175 m / 7,136 ft (Nagarkot), from US$1,390. The Nepal highlights tour is a 12-day journey through the best of Nepal without a long trek. Explore Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, watch sunrise over the Hima...
- [Nagarkot Sunrise Overnight Tour](https://himalayanhiking.com/nagarkot-sunrise-overnight-tour.md): 2 days, Easy, max About 2,175 m / 7,136 ft, from US$140. The Nagarkot sunrise overnight tour is the easiest way to see the Himalaya from the Kathmandu Valley. Spend the afternoon in Bhaktapur, drive up to Nagarkot (ab...
- [Sarangkot Sunrise Tour](https://himalayanhiking.com/sarangkot-sunrise-tour.md): 1 days, Easy, max About 1,600 m / 5,250 ft, from US$25. The Sarangkot sunrise tour is the classic start to a day in Pokhara. Leave Lakeside before dawn, drive up to the Sarangkot viewpoint at about 1,600 m, and watch...
- [Upper Mustang Golf Tour: Golf at 4,645 m](https://himalayanhiking.com/upper-mustang-golf-tour.md): 11 days, Moderate, max About 4,645 m / 15,239 ft (Mustang Golf Course), from US$1,990. The Upper Mustang golf tour takes you by 4WD jeep to Lo Manthang (3,840 m), the walled capital of the former Kingdom of Lo, to play the nine-hole Mustang Golf C...
- [Swayambhunath Sunrise Walk](https://himalayanhiking.com/swayambhunath-sunrise-walk.md): 1 days, Easy, max About 1,420 m / 4,660 ft, from US$25. The Swayambhunath sunrise walk takes you to Kathmandu's oldest Buddhist stupa at the most beautiful time of day. Climb the steep eastern stairway past stone Bud...

## Frequently asked questions
### When is the best time for photography in Nepal?
**October–November** for the clearest mountain views; spring for rhododendrons and festivals.

### Can I photograph people?
Yes, but always ask first, especially at temples and cremation sites.

### Are drones allowed?
Drones need permission in Nepal and are banned at many heritage sites.

### Are photography tours private?
Yes, so we can wait for the best light.

### Which is the best sunrise viewpoint?
Sarangkot near Pokhara and Nagarkot near Kathmandu.


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