Kathmandu, March 11
The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office has said it has lifted a ban on “all but essential” travel to all parts of Nepal.
The office said that some trails and trekking infrastructure, including in Manaslu and Langtang national parks, were damaged by the earthquake and travellers ought to check with their tour company before trekking in these areas.
In its updated advice, the FCO says although some trails and trekking infrastructure were damaged by the earthquakes, some of these have now been rebuilt. “Check with your tour company before trekking in these areas. Aftershocks, landslides and avalanches remain a risk, particularly in these areas. Main roads across Nepal are open, but road conditions are poor,” it said.
“Nepal is in a major earthquake zone and remains at risk from further earthquakes, aftershocks, landslides and flooding across the country. You should familiarise yourself with safety procedures in the event of an earthquake.”
