Nepal sits at the roof of the world. Kathmandu's chaos, Pokhara's lakeside calm, Chitwan's jungle, and the Himalayas — Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit, Langtang. Mobile connectivity matters more here than almost anywhere: trail condition updates, weather forecasts, emergency contact.
Network Coverage in Nepal
Nepal has two main networks: Ncell (best for tourists, widest coverage) and Nepal Telecom (NTC, better in some remote areas). Our Global eSIM connects via international roaming. Kathmandu: good 4G throughout the city. Pokhara: good coverage. Trekking routes: signal at major stops (Namche Bazaar, Lukla, Thorong La area) but drops between villages and above 4,500m. Always download offline maps and trail GPX files before any trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek — Signal Reality
| Location | Altitude | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Lukla (start) | 2,840m | ✅ Good 4G |
| Namche Bazaar | 3,440m | ✅ Good signal |
| Tengboche Monastery | 3,860m | ⚠️ Partial |
| Dingboche | 4,410m | ⚠️ Limited |
| Everest Base Camp | 5,364m | ⚠️ Ncell partial — download maps in Kathmandu |
Essential Nepal Apps
- Maps.me offline Nepal — critical for trekking routes, works without signal
- Google Maps offline — download Kathmandu + Pokhara areas
- Trekking in Nepal app — trail guides and teahouse info
- Garmin inReach — satellite communicator for remote trekking (not a phone app, but worth mentioning)
🇳🇵 Get Connected in Nepal — Global eSIM
Kathmandu · Pokhara · Chitwan · Everest Base Camp trail · Annapurna Circuit
| Plan | Data | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 5GB / 30 days | $9.99 |
| Explorer | 10GB / 30 days | $17.99 |
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