1. What do I have to bring for the trek?
2. What is the best season to trek in Nepal?
3. What does mean by teahouse trek?
4. What does provide in camping trip?
5. What does mean by trek grades?
6. What kind of guide/porter/other staffs will be in trek?
8. Do you have First Aid Service in trek?
9. What do I have to do when I get altitude sickness? Who will be supporting when I get sick?
10. May I join with other group? Or can I do my private trip?
1. What do I have to bring for the trek?
Ans. The things need to bring are given bellow-
Rucksack, trekking boots, stick, water bottle, personal sleeping bag, sun glass, sun cap, sun cream, rain coat, down/Gore-Tex Jacket, thermal trousers, gloves, warm socks, shorts, sandles, T-shirts, pullover, flash light, personal toiletries, camera, binoculars, reading and writing materials, medicine recommended by your doctor.
2. What is the best season to trek in Nepal?
Ans. After the monsoon over in Nepal, autumn and spring seasons are the best season for the trek, however some places behind the Himalayan can be trekked in summer also and Tibet tour packages.
3. What does mean by teahouse trek?
Ans. Teahouse treks are led by one of our experienced local guides supported by porters to carry luggage and equipment. All our guides have undergone the trekking guide training conducted by the Tourism Training Institute of Nepal and are registered and licensed by the government. Additionally all our guides go through a rigorous training to make them better qualified to take care of our guests in every way possible.
4. What does provide in camping trip?
Ans. Our camping treks are managed by a team of professionally trained Sherpas with the Leader/guide responsible for all aspects of the running of the trek A trek-day starts around 6 a.m. with a cup of tea/coffee. Soon a bowl of warm water is provided for washing. After packing your duffel and daypack breakfast will be served. The day's trek starts around 7.30 a.m. Porter/pack animals carry all camp equipment, food and duffel bags. All you need to carry in your daypack are water bottle, rain/wind jacket, camera and other small items you may need on the trail all trekkers walk at their own pace with the lead and "sweep" Sherpa providing support throughout
5. What does mean by trek grades?
Ans. Trekking grades are given bellow as -
Grade 2:
Daily stages of 5 to 6 hour along good passable trails. Differences in altitude of up to 800m, below 4000m. Night temperature can drop below freezing point.
Grade 3:
Daily stages of 4 to 7 hour a day. The trails are usually well passable but some high altitude passes above 4000m can be steep. Possible snow on the high altitude passes can put your endurance to the test. A good condition is recommended.
Grade 4:
Treks of more than 15 day with daily stages of 4 to 8 hour. Differences in altitude of up to 1000m, below 4000m. One or more high altitude passes above 5000m. Most night's temperatures below freezing point. Sometimes-difficult camping sites. A good condition is a requirement.
Grade 5:
Treks and climbs of more than 15 day. Walking on very difficult grounds, basic mountaineering skills required. Night at very low temperature. A strong resistance and a very good physical condition are required.
Grade 6:
Most adventurous high altitude trekking, crossing one or more passes of over 6,000 meter of altitude. General knowledge of mountaineering required. Nights will be very cold, daily 4-8 hour of walk at mountaineer's pace.
6. What kind of guide/porter/other staffs will be in trek?
Ans. Each of our treks are managed by a team of professionally trained trek guides, cooks and sherpas. Our leaders/guides and trek crew are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable holiday to our clients and in an eco-friendly manner
7. How do I get visa to travel Nepal?
Ans. A visa is required to enter Nepal except SAARC* and Chinese nationals. One can get a visa at the Royal Nepalese Embassy or consulate or at the airport upon arrival. Two copies passport sized photograph are required to get visa.
Visa fee
Single Entry US$ 30 for 60 day.
Multiple Entry US$ 80 for 50 day.
Visa extension fee US$ 30 for 30 day.
Re entry visa fee US$ 30 for 30 day.
Children under 10 years need not pay visa fee.
If a visitor already visited Nepal and intend to visit again within same year (within Jan-Dec) can obtain entry visa paying US$ 30 for 30 day.
SAARC: South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation (represents Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka)
If a person stays in Nepal more than 15 day and wish to re-enter same year (Jan-Dec) will get free visa. (New visitor)
Transit passenger will get free transit visa for 72 hour. (New visitor)
8. Do you have First Aid Service in trek?
Ans. Yes we have First Aid Service in during the trek. We have guides trained about AR/CPR.
9. What do I have to do when I get altitude sickness? Who will be supporting when I get sick?
Ans. Most people will experience some of the minor symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness, until their body adjusts to the elevation. This can take from a few hours to couple of days, depending on the individual. Very rare cases of altitude sickness have been reported. Simple headache, fever, loss of appetite and stomach disorders can happen before the acclimatization. Advised, drink approx. 3 liter of water per day, do not strain yourself, move slowly, breathe deeply and take regular rests please do not smoke & do not drink alcohol.
Incase being sick our guide and staffs will be supporting you to look after.
10. May I join with other group? Or can I do my private trip?
Ans. If we have similar trek according to your program duration it is possible to join with other groups if not so, we do other trek separately for our guests' convenience.
If you have any question and then please do not hesitate to ask us. It will be our pleasure to answer each and every question relating to Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan.
