The short answer
Vegetarian food is easy to find. Jain meals without onion, garlic or root vegetables can be arranged, but they work best when requested in advance with your operator.
Key facts
- Vegetarian
- Widely available
- Jain
- Arrange in advance
- Tip
- Carry snacks and electrolytes
How it works
- Order pure vegetarian mealsDal bhat, vegetable curry and Thakali sets are widely available. Tell the lodge when you order.
- Request Jain meals in advanceNo onion, garlic or root vegetables needs notice. Tell your operator at enquiry, not on arrival.
- Carry snacksBiscuits, nuts and electrolyte sachets help on long jeep days.
What you can eat
Dal bhat is the staple and is usually vegetarian. Thakali sets, noodles, soups and fried rice are easy to find. Apple products from Marpha make a pleasant treat.
Jain meals without onion, garlic or root vegetables can be arranged with advance notice. Tell your operator early and carry snacks as backup.
Eating at altitude
Eat light, drink warm fluids and avoid heavy meals late at night. Alcohol and caffeine can worsen altitude effects, so go easy.
Insider tip
Tell your operator at enquiry, not on arrival.
Avoid this
Do not rely on tap water.
Related questions
Is the water safe?
Use bottled or boiled water, and avoid ice.
Is non-vegetarian food served?
In some lodges, yes. You can ask for a vegetarian-only kitchen.
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