Planning Nepal shouldn't feel like research
Plan Nepal with confidence. Book without second-guessing.
Planning a trip to Nepal often means juggling dozens of tabs, conflicting advice, and prices you can't verify. We're building a better way—bringing trusted local knowledge, fairly priced experiences, and instant answers together in one place.
Ravi (Guide) and Sarah (Traveler) near Khumjung · 3,440m
The Status Quo
Planning Nepal today feels like this.
Reddit / r/Nepal
Is this agency legit? Their reviews look fake.
Google Search
Annapurna vs Everest base camp which is better for beginners
Already have 14 tabs open
TripAdvisor Forum
How do I know if my porter is actually getting paid what I think?
TripAdvisor Review — 3 months ago
"Our guide was amazing but I later found out he only got $8/day. We had no idea. Felt sick about it."
Gov Website (PDF, last updated 2022)
TIMS permit not required for — [page not loading]
WhatsApp (day before flight)
Wait — do I need USD cash at the airport??
Facebook Group — Solo Female Travelers
"Anyone done Nepal in their 50s? Every itinerary I find assumes you can do 10 miles a day 😅"
Booking.com Confirmation Email
"Your reservation is confirmed. Payment accepted online."
Guesthouse at check-in: "Cash only, madam."
A Better Way
Imagine having one trusted place for every answer.
Instant Answers
Get reliable answers about visas, packing, cash flow, and weather without spending hours digging through outdated forums.
Local Perspective
Learn directly from neighborhood guides and hosts. No filtered travel agency sales speak — just honest, on-the-ground truths.
Compare with Confidence
Understand pricing transparency instantly. Know what's included, what's fair, and where your money goes before you commit.
Ready When You Are
Explore, sketch itineraries, and build confidence at your own pace. Book with verified locals only when you feel 100% ready.
"I spent three weeks second-guessing every blog post. I wish I'd had Sathi before planning my trip to the Annapurnas."
— Clara M., traveled Nov 2025
Our Mission
Travel should benefit everyone.
Too often, travelers struggle to know who to trust, while local operators and independent guides struggle to reach travelers directly. Big agency middlemen take massive cuts, leaving those on the ground underpaid.
We're building Sathi to bridge this gap. A simpler, transparent connection means fair wages for local experts and worry-free, authentic experiences for you.
The Outlook
Less time researching. More time exploring.
Find clear answers
Get instant answers designed around actual on-the-ground reality, tailored specifically to your group's experience level.
Choose confidently
Understand permits, safety standards, and weather charts so you can plan the ideal season without the typical anxiety.
Support local communities
100% transparent. Ensure the economic benefits of your trekking journey go directly to the mountain villages you walk through.
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