British Royal Couple Arriving in Nepal Today.

Prajwal Dahal 04 February 2025

February 4 Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, are set to arrive in Nepal today as part of their six-day South Asia tour. The royal couple is scheduled to land separately at Tribhuvan International Airport around 10:30 AM.

During their visit, they will attend the badge distribution parade at the British Gurkha Camp in Pokhara, marking the formal induction of Nepali recruits into the British Army. Additionally, they will board on a scenic helicopter tour of the Annapurna mountain range.

The couple will also engage with organizations supporting healthcare, gender equality, and survivors of human trafficking. Buckingham Palace has highlighted this visit as a celebration of the longstanding ties between Nepal and the UK, fostering collaboration on shared priorities such as youth empowerment, healthcare, and environmental conservation.