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Cultural Sensitivity:
Please respect the local culture of Nepal and all you will meet the appreciation. It is important to dress properly all the time.
Medical Insurance/Health: It is critical that you consult your doctor and dentist before venturing into the mountains. All trekkers must have adequate medical insurance to cover the possibility of helicopter evacuation.
Visas/Trekking Permits: We are happy to assist you in acquiring any necessary permits as required to enter areas mentioned in this brochure, please consult us prior to booking your trek.
Nepal extends trouble free issuance of visa to all citizens worldwide. The Nepalese Embassies or consulates abroad offices provide two months visa upon the presentation of a valid passport, two passport size photos and a payment of equivalent US $ as per rates given below:
Duration Type of visa Fee
- 60 days (1st time) Single Entry US $ 30.00
- 30 days Extension Single Entry US $ 50.00
- As per Visa Duration Single Re-entry US $ 25.00
- As per Visa Duration Double Re-entry US $ 40.00
- As per Visa Duration Multiple Entry US $ 60.00
Porter Protection: We are proud members of IPPG (International Porter Protection Group) and require that all of our staff be trained and equipped for their own, and your safety.
Security: Please be aware that the security of your personal valuables is your own responsibility all the time.
Environment: Take only photos leave only footprints. Please avoid bringing non- disposable plastics and any other non-biodegradable articles to Nepal.
Policy for those who have to cut their trek short:
1. Emergency
2. Sickness (not life threatening)
3. Complication
4. Other
PERSONAL TREKKING EQUIPMENTS (UP TO 5,500M/18,000FT.)
Your needs are not extensive and are easily (and cheaply) met. You can combine what you have with what you can hire in either Kathmandu or Pokhara. We will make sure you get the advice and assistance that you require. Normal trek hire cost would not exceed $US 2 per day. Items marked with * can be hired in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Items marked with (?) are optional.
- 1 Pair strong mountain/ hiking boots (walking shoes or trainers are sufficient for treks of 3,000m or below in Oct/Nov & Mar/Apr- or take boots and shoes)
- 1 Medium/large rucksack/backpack (carried by porters)
- 1 Small day pack (10-15 liters)
- 1 Four season sleeping bag (comfortable to minus 10c)
- 1 Down jacket/ all weather Anorak
- 1 Light water &windproof Jackets
- 2 Water bottles (1 liters)
- 1 Pair waterproof gaiters/over trousers
- 1 Inner sleeping sheet
- 1 Torch/flashlight & spare batteries
- 1 Swiss Army type knife
- 1 Swimming costume/bathing suit
- 1 Medium sized towel
- 1 Washing kit to include:
- Personal toiletries : Medicated talcum powder
- Moleskin for blisters (?) : Biodegradable soaps/shampoo
Any personal medication
- 2 Pairs lightweight trousers
- 1 Pairs shorts
- Fleece/warm sweaters
- 1 Sweatshirts/ light sweaters
- 2 T-shirts
- 2 Long-sleeve cotton (or Polypropylenes) shirts
- Pairs of heavy wool socks
- 2 Pairs light socks
- Underwear (including thermals)
- Cotton Headscarf/bandana
- Sunglass and sunhat
- Warm hat and gloves (preferably waterproof)
- Money belt (?)
Note: All ‘communal’ trekking equipment: tents, sleeping mats, first aid kit, toilet paper (at camp), private transportation to start of trek, trek permit etc. are provided by us.
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