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Q)What is a Trek?
A Trek is not a Mountain Climbing Trip. There are still only a few roads in Nepal extending deeply into the hills, so the only way to truly visit remote regions of the kingdom is walking. It requires more time and effort, but the rewards are also greater. Whether you begin your trek at a road head or fly into a remote mountain airstrip, a large part of it will be in the Middle Hills region at elevations between 500 and 3000 meters. While trekking you will see the great diversity of Nepal. Villages embrace many ethnic groups and cultures. The terrain changes from tropical jungle to high-glaciated peaks in only 150 km. You will experience unbeatable panoramic views of mountains, a diversity of landscape, flora and fauna, colorful cultures, friendly people and long gone ancient history. Trekkers leave Nepal with grand tales to share with their family and friends.
Q)When to Trek?
There are two major factors to decide when to go to Nepal: crowds and weather. As a general rule, the better the weather, the more people come to Nepal to go trekking. During the high tourist season in October and November, flights and hotels are fully booked and hotels and trails in the hills can be very busy. During autumn the nights are cold in the mountains, but the bright sun makes for pleasant day temperatures - in the high 20s° C, falling to 5° C at night, between 1000 meters and 3500 meters. At higher altitudes temperatures range from about 20° C down to -10° C. Mornings are usually clear with clouds building up during the afternoon, disappearing at night to reveal spectacular starry skies. During winter it is about 10 degrees colder.
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Many of the new treks to recently opened restricted areas are good summer treks. Mustang and Simikot are partially in the Himalayan rain shadow, so trekking conditions are good throughout the monsoon season. Most of the restricted area treks are impossible during the winter season.
Q)Can You decribe me types of Trek?
In Nepal there are numerous ways to arrange a trek due to two major factors. First it is inexpensive by Western standards to hire professional and nonprofessional labour to carry loads and to work as guides and camp staff. Second almost all supplies and accommodation are available locally because there are people living in even the most remote trekking areas. Hence there are two types of organized trekking. One is Teahouse Trekking and second one is Camp Trekking.
Teahouse trekking
Tea House accommodation: There are number of lodges along the popular trekking routes in Annapurna, Everest, and Langtang regions. These lodges are called Tea House Lodges and managed by local people. These lodges have basic requirements for over night accommodation like private rooms, dormitories, toilets, shower room with hot and cold water, and one attached restaurant. The quality of food offered might vary from lodge to lodge but most serve simple and hygienic meals. The teahouse trekking provides you an opportunity to feel the warm hospitality of friendly Nepali hosts. The money you spend goes to the local community.
Food: The trekking trip includes three basic meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day. Your meals in Nepal will be mostly local food with a few American and European-style touches. Breakfast and dinners are made available at the restaurant attached to the lodge. Lunches are made available at trailside teahouse around mid-day. Most lodges serve, Nepali meals - rice, lentil soup and curried vegetables or meat, soups, noodles, pancakes, chapattis, breads, etc.
CampingTrek
Accommodation: In a typical camp trekking, each pair of trekkers will sleep in a spacious mountain tent with a durable rain, fly, and full insect netting. The tent is fitted with foam mattresses. When your campsite is near villages or lodges you may be invited to sleep in the lodges or homes of local people.
Food: Mornings begin with a hot drink in your tent. Breakfast usually includes cereal, porridge, and eggs in different style, coffee, tea, and bread with jam and butter. Lunch typically includes Indian-style bread (chapatti) vegetable salads, French fries, fruits, beverages and local snack food. On other occasion lunch may be fried rice, noodles, macaroni, or sandwiches. You will have afternoon snack such as trail mix, popcorn, or cookies and tea. Dinner includes soup and a full hot meal including rice or potatoes, cooked fresh vegetables, and a lentil or other sauce followed by dessert.
The camping trekking is an ultimate trekking. You will be closest to the nature. Having your own tents and equipments give you the flexibility to camp where you wish for a good view or proximity to interesting natural features or you can also try to avoid large group camp around.
Q)How hard is Trekking ?
The grades are based on length, altitude, remoteness, walking conditions, weather and other factors. It is impossible to be precise about how hard a trek is. The grade of a trekking is a rough guide only. A grading provides a way for you to compare different treks. Remember that all trekking demands some physical efforts.
Grade 1 Easy, a day hike, sightseeing, and stay in a resort.
Grade 2 Leisurely, the trekking itinerary is about 4 - 10 days, elevation up to 3500 m. These trips can be enjoyed by anyone who leads a reasonably active life.
Grade 3 Moderate, the trekking itinerary is 10 days or more. Elevations up to 15.000 feet with ups and downs. Some previous experience is desirable.
Grade 4 Strenuous, difficult trekking conditions, covering long distance, and high passes. You need to have trekking experience posses a fair degree of stamina.
Grade 5 Technical: Climbing experience is required. You must be familiar with the use of mountaineering equipment. This grade is reserved for our most demanding treks, involving long days, often in isolated areas, at elevations above 18,000 feet.
Q) How about Altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness, often known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), is a particularly important medical consideration while trekking in Nepal. Altitude sickness means the effect of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevations above 3000 meters. The initial symptoms of AMS are as follows:
Nausea, vomiting
Loss of appetite
Insomnia/ sleeplessness
Persistent headaches
Dizziness, light headaches, confusion
Disorientation, drunken gait
Weakness, fatigue, lassitude, heavy legs Slight swelling of hands and face
Breathlessness and Breathing irregularly
Reduced urine output
These symptoms are to be taken very seriously. In case of the appearance of any of the above symptoms, any further ascent should be reconsidered; otherwise more serious problems can occur which can cause death, sometimes within a few hours. The only cure for the Altitude Sickness is to descend to lower elevations immediately. Acclimatization by ascending to no more than 300 to 500 meters per day above 3000 meters and the proper amount of rest are the best methods for prevention of AMS.
Q)Who's in-charge?
Our trekking guides are carefully selected for their ability and are generally from Sherpa, Tamang, Gurung, Magar, and other communities from remote mountain villages. Each guide is trained and has abilities in eco-friendly trekking methods and safety. They help to maintain your health and your happiness as well his crew members. Our guides are committed to making sure that all our trekkers have an enjoyable trek, comes back safe and are overwhelmed by their experience. Your guide will be a friend and companion, who takes pleasure in showing you his country's specialties and, perhaps, meet his home and family too. Experienced local leaders lead long treks into remote areas, “our belief is that no one knows the area better than a local”.
Q) who carries our Bags?
# Services of Porters and Pack-animals to Carry your Luggage and Equipment are hired at the beginning of a trek to make sure that most of the cost our clients pays goes directly into the local community where you trek.
Q)what will i carry?
# A day pack- this should fit comfortably. You will need to carry only the daily necessities such as water bottle (1 litre), camera, personal toiletries, and a jacket.
Q) How far do we walk each day?
# Rather than distance, time is a better way to measure- about 5-6 hours for a full day. In the morning we walk from about 8:00am-11:00am and in the afternoon from 1-3pm. We go extremely slow as we are to only to make a 300 meter or 1000 ft gain per day to help the acclimatization process
Q)CanIwalkbymyself?
# Yes.Al lweask is that you take it very slowly
Q)If I need help on the trail, can I get it?
The Sherpas and guides are your helpers. Their first priority is your safety
Q) what will the trail be like?
# Most of the trails that we follow are centuries old there for well maintained with rock steps placed at what seems to be the appropriate place and time. Where the trek follows rivers there will be bridges as the trail will often switch sides. The bridges are constructed with cables, wire, and plank and are strong enough for heavily laden pack animals
Q) How fit do I have to be?
# As long as your lifestyle is active and you are in good health we have a trek that will suit you. A positive mental attitude is as important as good health
Q) What if I am over 60 and reasonabley fit, will you take me trekking?
#We advise anyone over the age of 60 to have a full medical, this is not only a safe guard for yourself, but it will allow us to assess your level of fitness before undertaking a trek.
Q)What is the age of trekkers who travel with your company?
# The age varies between treks, our youngest has been 10 and eldest 70, however the average is 40 - 60. Each traveller has something wonderful to offer to the group so age is irrelevant
Q) What is the maximum size of the group?
# The minimum number on a group trek is 2 and maximum 21. Instytyt Nepalski ensures that everyone has personalised service
Q)If I am on my own, do you organise someone to share with me?
# of course, If you would like to share, we can arrange a suitable person.
Q) Can I contact someone who has travelled with you before for a reference.?
# We would be happy for anyone to speak to our clients so that they can relate their experiences.
Q)Once I have booked the trip, do you give out trip notes and an itinerary?
# As soon as you have inquired us, we forward Comprehensive Trip Notes. It is our suggestion that you read them thoroughly and advise us of any questions you may have regarding your trip.Then you can booked the trip with advance payment.
Q) What if I have special dietary requirements?
# We can arrange any type of food requirement. Most food whilst trekking is vegetarian and restaurants have either vegetarian or meat dishes
Q)Does Instytut Nepalski provide international flights?
# No. You will have to book your own international flight if you are planning the trip from your country or outside of Nepal. However, Instytut nepalski can arrange tickets Delhi to Kathamndu and kathamndu to Delhi which is the one possible route for polish people to travel in asia.
Q)Where can I book my international flight?
# Most of our clients get their ticket themselves and informed us the schudle,if you are in connect with us we will help you the best way in connection international flight in best price.
Q)What about domestic flights?
# Instytut nepalski will arrange any domestic flights in Nepal. We will require all information or documents needed to reserve your flight upon receipt of your booking
Q)Do you have Airport pickup facilities?
# Definitely! We do have free airport pick up facilities for our customers who booked our any packages. As the time you booked your trip, you should inform us, if you just join a trip only. In our full board package trip you should not inform us it is obviously informed and included. If you booked just trip join itinerary from Kathmandu to Kathmandu, should inform us we help you
Q)Can I get Nepal visa on arrival?
#Yes! Tourist entry visa can be obtained for the following duration from Nepal Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices in Nepal:
» Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
» Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
» Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
» Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
» Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
» Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
» Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
» Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa
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Visa Facility |
Duration |
Fee |
Multiple entry |
15 Days |
US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency |
Multiple entry |
30 Days |
US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency |
Multiple entry |
90 Days |
US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency |
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Q)Will we meet local people?
Trekking is a wonderfully relaxing pursuit in the company of like-minded people. It gives you a chance to make new friends, and enables you to interact with local people, who will surely invite you into their homes for yak-butter tea, or Chang (barley beer). Himalayan tribes-people are open hearted, generous and often display a mischievous sense of humor. The time in their company is often one of the fondest memories you bring home.
Q)By the way, how about the toilet situation?
# In the cities, Responsible Adventures guests stay in 4- and 5-star hotels that have Western-style private bathrooms. Guesthouse or yurt accommodations on some of the more adventuresome trips into rural areas may be more basic, such as shared bathroom facilities.
The group camping gear on our treks in Nepal and Tibet includes toilet tent, with improvised "Western Seats". These are secluded within a small tent, which is set away from camp. |
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