Nepal · Scam Patterns
Nepal — Scam Patterns & Local Risks
Trekking-related scams + Thamel tourist-zone scams.
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medium Overcharging · Kathmandu
Thamel "guide" markup
Self-described guides charge 5x normal for "introductions" and tours.
Mitigation: Walk Thamel yourself; no guide needed.
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Patterns curated April 2026 from community alerts, embassy advisories (UK FCDO, US State Dept), and forum reports. Refresh as the scam-alerts queue accumulates.