It is a journey from place to place
in the villages, foothills and mountains. Depending on
regions, it can be through forested ridges, villages,
along deep gorges and canons, hillside trails and also
across the snow passes. It is full of ascents and
descents and not necessarily more arduous or
uncomfortable than center-based sojourns as people think
but we say it is more interesting and rewarding.
How difficult are the treks and how long does it go for
?
The difficulty of our treks depend on where you want to
trek and how long you would like to go for. Your trek
can last anywhere from 3-8 days to an entire month or
longer if you wish. We can accommodate day hikes,
cultural visits to local villages, and relaxing rest
days on your trek. The decision is yours! The shorter
treks tend to be easier while the longer ones require
some physical fitness. Be prepared for some steep trails
leading to amazing view. You can go at your own pace
taking time! We have friendly and dependable staff to
look after you and porters to assist you with your
personal gears.
We assure you that you do not have to be very
experienced, or super fit to enjoy most of our treks.
Previous walking experience, though useful, is not
essential. The great majority of our treks could be
undertaken by anyone who is in good health, enjoys
outdoor life, and have spirit of adventure. Mental
preparedness is essential. Our treks vary from Easy to
Strenuous+ Alpine.
Trekking in Nepal can be undertaken
through out the year. There are four seasons in Nepal.
Each season has its distinct attraction to offer. The
seasons are classified as follows:
Autumn (September to November)
This season offers excellent weather and tantalizing
mountain views. Temperature are moderate, making it a
good time for any trekking. The skies are generally
clear with outstanding views. Occasionally short storms
may dump considerable snow at high altitudes.
Winter (December to February)
This season is noted for occasional snowfall only at
higher elevations. Hence it is ideal for trekking at
lower elevation, generally below 3000 meters.
Spring (March to May)
Different varieties if wild flowers, specially the
rhododendrons make the hillside above 3000 m. a hunting
paradise during this season. It is mildly warm at lower
elevations and at higher elevation, over 4000m, the
Mountain View are excellent while the temperature is
quite moderate.
Summer (June to August)
Summer months continue up to mid September making travel
wet and warm. These times are blessed for the keen
botanist as the higher valleys and meadows blossom with
flowers and lush vegetation. It is recommended to carry
insect repellents when trekking during these summer
months.
Rapid accent to high altitudes
often results in the syndrome known as acute mountain
sickness (AMS). At elevations between 2500m and 5000m,
about 20% to 90% of those who are not adapted to high
altitude will experience mild symptoms of AMS. In the
Mount Everest region, approximately 50% of trekkers who
walk to altitudes above 4000m over five days develop AMS.
Males and females are similarly affected. Anyone
regardless of age and fitness venturing to higher
altitudes can develop AMS. There is an increase in
breathing frequency when one is exposed to lower oxygen
environment. This natural response is known as the
hypoxic ventilatory response (HVR) and there is some
evidence to suggest that people with a low HVR are more
liable to develop AMS. However, the well-known
mountaineers Messner and Habeler, who were the first
ever to climb Everest without supplementary oxygen, both
had low HVR's and were interestingly not susceptible to
AMS. This makes it difficult to determine if you will
suffer from AMS or not.
The Symptoms of AMS
Headache / Nausea / Fatigue / Loss of Appetite /
Vomiting / Dizziness / Irritability / Disturbed Sleep
Prevention
Acclimatization (After 1000 m. ascent stay one more
night for Acclimatization)- Dont make RAPID Ascent
(Dont go too far too fast)
No Alcohol, Sleeping pills and Smoking.
Drink more fluid 3-4 Liters a day- clean water-boiled or
treated / tea / coffee / soup / juice etc.
Clothing :
Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers,
Sweater or fleece jacket, Warm cotton trousers, Shirts
and T-shirts, Shorts, long underwear, Wool hat, Sun hat,
Gloves, Bathing suit, Track suit
Other equipment :
Sleeping bag (4 seasons), Down jacket, Daypack, Water
bottle, Sun cream, Sunglasses, flashlight with spare
bulbs and batteries, Lip salve, Gaiters.
Optional :
Insect repellent, Toilet articles, Note book & pen,
Toilet roll, Laundry soap, Pocket knife, Towel, Sewing
kit, Plasters, Binoculars, Camera, film, Cards and
personal medical kit
