The short answer
Massage and spa services are easy to find in Thamel in Kathmandu and Lakeside in Pokhara, from simple massage rooms to hotel spas with steam and treatment menus. Ayurvedic, Tibetan and Swedish-style treatments are all offered, and many shops advertise foot massage after a trek.
Choose a place that looks clean, shows a price list and has trained staff. Hotel and resort spas cost more but are more consistent. After a trek, a gentle massage is a good reward for tired legs.
Key facts
- Where
- Thamel, Lakeside, hotel spas
- Styles
- Ayurvedic, Tibetan, Swedish
- After trek
- Foot and leg massage
- Check
- Clean room, price list
How it works
- Choose a typeFoot, full body or spa.
- Pick a clean placeRead reviews.
- Agree the priceAnd duration.
- Say your pressureSoft or firm.
- Drink waterAfterwards.
Insider tip
Ask for the price before you start and agree the time in minutes.
Avoid this
Do not accept a massage in a place that feels unsafe or unclear about services.
Related questions
Is massage after a trek advisable?
Gentle massage is fine; avoid deep pressure on injuries.
Are couple treatments available?
Yes in many hotel spas.
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