Nepal Uncovered: Travel Podcast
Join two engaging hosts and renowned guidebook author David Ways for an insider's look at Nepal. Each Monday episode unpacks essential travel topics through three unique perspectives, blending expert knowledge with real experiences.From arrival logistics to trekking tips,…
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A Technical Look At How The Flood Happened: Can Science Stop Nepal’s Next Flood? (opens the original)
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🌊 On August 26, a 50-million-ton wall of rock and ice collapsed off a Himalayan peak, melting from friction as it fell at 120 mph and wiping out border posts, bridges, and entire towns in minutes. It was called a "glacial lake flood," but there was no lake! In this episode, we unpack the terrifying real physics behind Nepal's recent catastrophic surge. We unpack the science behind the drama with step by step look at exactly what happened with a debris flow model How did part of a mountain collap
Should you still visit Nepal after the floods? (opens the original)
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It's been a really difficult year in Nepal for tourism. The election, the catastrophic flash flood, and recently extended monsoon damage. Nepal tourism promotion because soon after the flood, but was it too soon? They said Nepal was open, but the reality was the national highway was impassable, and yet another trek was closed. Add to this, tourist guilt about visiting a country after such a disaster. We unpack the reality of what to expect if you visit Nepal in September, October, November and b
Floods in Nepal: Manaslu Circuit closed, how to get around Nepal, updates (opens the original)
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Breaking news on September 6th a landslide near Namrung on the Manaslu trek caused a flash flood wiping away bridges. Authorities have asked that trekkers do not trek the Manaslu or Tsum Valley treks until further notice. With the catastrophic Bhote Koshi-Trishuli flash flood last month, Nepal is now season late monsoon damage causing more disruption. We look at the latest updates, plus David Ways supplies vital Manaslu information, and how to travel from Kathmandu to Pokahra and bypass the dama
Nepal Flood Rescues Underway: Closed Treks, bad drones, & real news (opens the original)
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We bring you ongoing coverage of the 2026 Nepal Glacial Flood. We look at how this occurred The areas affected, including areas not mentioned in mainstream media Langtang Treks are not accessible - do not go Langtang trekkers currently missing We look at how some in social media are trying to profit on the disaster Public use of drones causing problems with helicopter rescues We also look at where to get trustworthy news about the disaster 🔗 Resources & Official Info: https://www.thelongestwayho
The Deadly Flood in Nepal: Disaster, media ethics & how to help (opens the original)
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The current events surrounding the catastrophic flood in Nepal are unfolding as we recorded this. Events, data, and confirmations will change. We focus on the current knowledge in how and where this flood started. What happened during it. And, the media frenzy that followed. We acknowledge the Nepal Red Cross for supplying immediate aid to the areas along with the Nepali Army and supporting departments.
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