In Nepal, tipping is less about a fixed percentage and more about a thoughtful gesture of appreciation. Most workers here don’t earn much, so while tipping isn’t compulsory, it is warmly received when service has been good. Here’s a guide to tipping thoughtfully during your travels.

General Guidelines
Ideally, tips should be given in **Nepali Rupees** since the US dollar is not universally accepted. For a driver or tour guide, a tip of **4-6 USD per person per day** on a multi-day package tour is customary, or **8-10 USD per day** for single-day excursions. For taxi rides, tipping is unnecessary if you’ve negotiated a rate. However, if the taxi is metered, a small tip of about **10%** of the fare is appreciated.

In restaurants, if there’s a **10% service charge** on your bill, additional tipping is optional. Smaller establishments may not add this charge, so a tip of around **10% of the bill** is generally welcome.

Tipping on Long Guided Tours
For extended tours of four days or more, especially in the mountains, tipping is entirely up to you. Guides often go above and beyond, assisting on difficult trails and handling unexpected situations. In such cases, the tip amount is best left to your discretion based on the level of service and care provided.

Tipping on Treks
On treks, a thoughtful way to tip is by preparing **envelopes for each crew member** on the last evening. Label each envelope with the crew members’ names and pass them around for everyone in your group to add a personal amount based on the quality of service received. This approach keeps the gesture discreet, polite, and meaningful.